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  "id": 8544661,
  "title": "Hamas says it’s in contact with mediators over escalated Israeli killings in Gaza",
  "url": "https://urgent.news/2026/09/19/hamas-says-its-in-contact-with-mediators-over-escalated-israeli",
  "topic": "world",
  "section": "World",
  "published": "2026-09-19T21:36:39.000Z",
  "source": {
    "name": "Middle East Eye",
    "slug": "middle-east-eye",
    "url": "https://www.middleeasteye.net/live-blog/live-blog-update/hamas-says-its-contact-mediators-over-escalated-israeli-killings-gaza"
  },
  "original_language": "en",
  "account": "Hamas has stated it is engaging with mediators concerning the surge in Israeli casualties within Gaza, alongside incidents in the West Bank and at the Al-Aqsa Mosque, as reported by Al Jazeera. The group's political bureau chief, Khalil al-Hayya, has been actively communicating with mediators regarding these developments.\n\nAccording to a statement from Hamas, the escalating violence is undermining the prospects for peace and indicates Israel's failure to adhere to the commitments outlined in Trump's plan, primarily due to limitations on aid and reconstruction efforts. Furthermore, al-Hayya has reportedly written to various nations, cautioning that the humanitarian situation in Gaza could deteriorate as winter nears. He emphasized that Israel is obstructing the import of essential machinery required for clearing debris and repairing damaged structures, as well as the delivery of tents and supplies meant to safeguard residents from cold and rain.\n\nThe organization is urging mediators to urge Israel to fulfill its obligations under the initial phase of the ceasefire agreement, specifically by halting the killings and permitting the unimpeded delivery of rescue and shelter equipment into Gaza.",
  "summary": "Hamas says it’s in contact with mediators over escalated Israeli killings in Gaza Hamas’ political bureau chief, Khalil al-Hayya, has been in close contact with mediators over the recent escalation in Israeli killings in Gaza, along with attacks in the occupied West Bank and at Al-Aqsa Mosque, the group said, according to Al Jazeera. In a statement, it said the killings are damaging chances for…",
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        "outlet": "Al Jazeera",
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        "url": "https://urgent.news/2026/09/19/child-among-three-palestinians-killed-in-israeli-attacks-across-gaza",
        "published": "2026-09-19T12:59:31.000Z"
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      {
        "outlet": "Al-Monitor",
        "title": "Israeli strikes kill three people in Gaza, medics say",
        "url": "https://urgent.news/2026/09/19/israeli-strikes-kill-three-people-in-gaza-medics-say",
        "published": "2026-09-19T14:46:32.000Z"
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        "outlet": "Middle East Eye",
        "title": "Death toll from Israeli strike on Gaza City vehicle rises to three",
        "url": "https://urgent.news/2026/09/19/death-toll-from-israeli-strike-on-gaza-city-vehicle-rises-to-three",
        "published": "2026-09-19T15:08:36.000Z"
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        "outlet": "Free Malaysia Today",
        "title": "Israeli strikes kill 3 people in Gaza",
        "url": "https://urgent.news/2026/09/19/israeli-strikes-kill-3-people-in-gaza",
        "published": "2026-09-19T15:33:04.000Z"
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      {
        "outlet": "MyJoyOnline Ghana",
        "title": "Israeli strikes kill three people in Gaza, medics say",
        "url": "https://urgent.news/2026/09/19/israeli-strikes-kill-three-people-in-gaza-medics-say-8503860",
        "published": "2026-09-19T17:20:35.000Z"
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      {
        "outlet": "Jerusalem Post",
        "title": "Israeli strikes reportedly kill three in Gaza, including son of Hamas-linked health ministry head",
        "url": "https://urgent.news/2026/09/19/israeli-strikes-reportedly-kill-three-in-gaza-including-son-of-hamas",
        "published": "2026-09-19T20:08:40.000Z"
      },
      {
        "outlet": "Hindustan Times - World News",
        "title": "Gaza health officials say 4 killed in Israeli strikes, including child",
        "url": "https://urgent.news/2026/09/19/gaza-health-officials-say-4-killed-in-israeli-strikes-including-child",
        "published": "2026-09-19T20:11:57.000Z"
      },
      {
        "outlet": "Ajel English",
        "title": "Gaza death toll rises to 73,910 since start of Israeli offensive",
        "url": "https://urgent.news/2026/09/19/gaza-death-toll-rises-to-73-910-since-start-of-israeli-offensive",
        "published": "2026-09-19T21:03:00.000Z"
      },
      {
        "outlet": "RTE News",
        "title": "Israeli attacks kill at least four in Gaza - medic",
        "url": "https://urgent.news/2026/09/19/israeli-attacks-kill-at-least-four-in-gaza-medic",
        "published": "2026-09-19T21:14:41.000Z"
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      {
        "outlet": "The Times of Israel",
        "title": "IDF says Oct. 7 invader killed in Gaza; strikes across Strip reportedly leave 5 dead",
        "url": "https://urgent.news/2026/09/19/idf-says-oct-7-invader-killed-in-gaza-strikes-across-strip-reportedly",
        "published": "2026-09-19T21:29:41.000Z"
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  "disclaimer": "Summaries, key points and the editor’s take are written by software from other outlets’ reporting and may contain errors — always check the linked original."
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