May
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On May 1, Palestinian editors focused on Iran's dramatic accusations against six Arab states for complicity in the war, and the US defense of Israel's seizure of the Gaza flotilla. Early headlines highlighted the Pentagon's acknowledgment that Iran retains part of its naval fleet in the Strait of Hormuz, contradicting Trump's claims. By mid-morning, Iran threatened a 'painful' response while Washington considered military options. In the afternoon, Iran proposed new negotiations via Pakistan, but Trump expressed dissatisfaction. Meanwhile, Hezbollah drone attacks killed an Israeli soldier amid Israeli air raids on south Lebanon. Leaked maps showed Israeli control over two-thirds of Gaza. The day also saw ongoing settler attacks, a Christian nun assaulted in Jerusalem, and a poll showing Netanyahu no longer seen as most fit to lead.
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On May 2, Palestinian editors focused on Hezbollah's intensified FPV drone attacks, with Israeli forces admitting no real solution. The day began with Hezbollah revealing drone production and downing an Israeli Hermes, while Israeli strikes flattened neighborhoods in Lebanon, killing 23. By mid-morning, Hamas rejected moving to phase two of the Gaza ceasefire without Israeli commitments, as Cairo talks continued. In the afternoon, settler violence against Christians in Jerusalem and systematic West Bank attacks were highlighted, alongside a UN committee demanding Israel cancel the prisoner execution law. The US approved $8.6 billion in arms sales to Israel and Gulf states, bypassing Congress. Trump's contradictory statements on Iran—declaring war 'terminated' while praising Israel as a 'great ally'—dominated coverage, alongside CNN's revelation of extensive damage to US bases after Iranian strikes.
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On May 3, Palestinian editors focused on Iran's three-stage proposal to end the regional conflict within 30 days, which Trump was studying. The proposal, reported by multiple outlets, offered 'regional peace' in exchange for preserving Iran's nuclear program. Meanwhile, the Israeli cabinet meeting to discuss resuming war in Gaza was canceled and replaced with security consultations, amid military pressure to restart hostilities. Hezbollah continued operations against Israeli troops in Lebanon, while settler violence in the West Bank surged, with 799 attacks and 101 demolitions recorded in April. On World Press Freedom Day, journalists in Gaza vowed to continue reporting despite targeting, with over 260 journalists killed since the war began.
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On May 4, Palestinian editors focused on a major escalation in the Strait of Hormuz: Iranian missiles struck a US warship after it ignored warnings, prompting Trump to launch 'Project Freedom' to escort ships. This overshadowed the day's other developments, including continued Israeli ceasefire violations in Gaza and Lebanon, settler mobilization for the Flag March, and internal Palestinian politics (Hamas elections, Fatah conference). By evening, Iran also targeted the UAE and Oman with missiles, putting Israel on high alert. Editors highlighted the regionalization of the conflict, linking the Hormuz crisis to the Palestinian arena.
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On May 5, Palestinian editors focused on two parallel escalations: a drone attack on Fujairah oil zone and US destruction of Iranian boats in Hormuz, with Saudi Arabia calling for de-escalation as the US-Iran ceasefire falters. Domestically, an international probe revealed rising settler violence in the West Bank, while Gaza's health ministry reported 832 martyrs since October 11. By mid-morning, an Israeli brigade commander boasted of implementing an 'apartheid masters' policy in the West Bank, with unprecedented killing since 1967. In the afternoon, settlers defiled the Ibrahimi Mosque in al-Khalil, and Israeli officials incited storming of Al-Aqsa on Jerusalem occupation anniversary. By evening, renewed Israeli strikes in Gaza killed two, including a child, while Hezbollah operations caused Israeli casualties and phosphorus shelling targeted south Lebanon. The day ended with a dialysis crisis threatening hundreds in Gaza and Hamas rejecting an Arab channel's description of resistance clashes as internal fighting.
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On May 6, Palestinian editors focused on the rising death toll in Gaza, which surpassed 72,000, as Israeli violations continued despite a fragile ceasefire. In the morning, reports of four martyrs and home demolitions in Ramallah and Jerusalem set the tone. By early afternoon, the toll reached nine, including a police colonel, with a deadly ambush in Khan Younis highlighted by resistance sources. Simultaneously, Trump suspended 'Project Freedom' in the Strait of Hormuz after less than 48 hours, a major reversal from the previous day's escalation. Iran deepened coordination with Beijing ahead of a summit. Domestically, Fatah's internal disputes over conference membership persisted, and settler violence in the West Bank continued, with calls to storm Al-Aqsa on May 15. The day ended with an Israeli strike on Beirut's southern suburbs for the first time since the ceasefire, claiming to target a Hezbollah commander.
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On May 7, Palestinian editors focused on the death of Azzam al-Hayya, son of Hamas leader Khalil al-Hayya, from wounds sustained in an Israeli strike the previous day. The attack was widely framed as an assassination attempt targeting the negotiator's family to pressure Hamas in ceasefire talks. His mother later revealed military secrets about him. Throughout the day, Israeli violations continued in Gaza, with the death toll reaching 72,628. Hamas reportedly considered suspending negotiations, while settler provocations at Al-Aqsa and a new round of Lebanon-Israel talks in Washington were also covered. The day's coverage was dominated by the personal dimension of the conflict, with the al-Hayya family story symbolizing the broader toll.
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On May 8, Palestinian editors tracked a new phase of escalation in the Strait of Hormuz, with US strikes on Bandar Abbas and Qeshm Island, followed by Iranian retaliation against US warships. By afternoon, reports emerged of Saudi Arabia blocking US use of its bases for the Hormuz operation. Simultaneously, Hezbollah launched rockets toward Haifa for the first time since the ceasefire, wounding Israeli soldiers with drones. The day also saw the first Red Cross prison visits since October 7, though without meeting Palestinian prisoners. In Gaza, a medical initiative graduated hundreds of students under fire, while rats and disease deepened the health crisis. Hamas negotiator Khalil al-Hayya reiterated that assassinations would not break the resistance.
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On May 9, Palestinian editors focused on settler violence in the West Bank, with reports of settlers digging up a grave near Jenin and forcing a family to move the body (Ultra Palestine, Alwatan Voice). The UN reported 40,000 Palestinians displaced in the West Bank since 2025 (Palsawa News, Palestine Chronicle). In Gaza, Israeli violations continued, with nine civilians wounded in strikes on Gaza City (Felesteen News, Palestinian Information Center English) and the death toll reaching 72,736 (Al-Quds, Felesteen News). Hezbollah expanded operations in southern Lebanon, with Israel hitting 85 targets (Palestine News Network) and wounding soldiers (Palestine Chronicle). European moves to impose tariffs on settlement products and sanctions against Israeli ministers Ben Gvir and Smotrich were reported (Al-Quds). The day also saw diplomatic efforts to bring the Gaza management committee into the Strip before Eid al-Adha (Sama News, Palsawa News).
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The day's coverage was dominated by Netanyahu's threat to enter Iran militarily to seize enriched uranium, a statement echoed across multiple sources and framed as a major escalation. This came as Iran formally responded to the US proposal, demanding an end to war on all fronts, while Trump said US operations could continue for two more weeks. Earlier in the day, editors focused on the assassination of Khan Younis investigations director in Gaza, with the death toll reaching 72,737. Settler violence continued in the West Bank, including the demolition of Arab al-Khuli. By evening, attention shifted to Israeli ceasefire breaches in Gaza and assessments of resistance rebuilding in the West Bank.
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The day's coverage was dominated by the EU's decision to impose sanctions on violent Israeli settlers in the West Bank, reported by multiple sources in the afternoon and evening. This came as settler violence continued, including grave desecration near Jenin and demolition of structures in al-Eizariya. Earlier in the day, editors focused on the escalating Hezbollah drone attacks on northern Israel, which killed an Israeli soldier, and on Trump's rejection of Iran's nuclear counterproposal. By late morning, attention shifted to the looming collapse of the Gaza ceasefire, with UN envoy Mladenov reportedly close to declaring the agreement dead. Throughout the day, Israeli violations in Gaza persisted, with casualties and shrinking living space. Internal Fatah divisions ahead of its eighth conference were also highlighted.
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The day's dominant story was the Knesset's final approval of a law enabling the execution of Hamas 'elite' prisoners, reported by multiple sources from evening onward. This was framed as a major escalation by Hamas and human rights groups. Earlier, editors focused on the Knesset's preliminary approval of a bill to Judaize West Bank archaeological sites, and on Smotrich's land seizure plan. Hezbollah's defiance of surrender calls and a UNICEF report on child deaths in the West Bank also received sustained attention. By evening, coverage shifted to Israeli ceasefire violations in Gaza and the conscription crisis threatening Netanyahu's coalition.
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The day's dominant story was Hamas's readiness to hand over Gaza administration to a national committee, reported by multiple sources in the afternoon. This came as UN envoy Mladenov demanded Hamas disarm, not dissolve politically. Earlier, editors focused on the storming of Joseph's Tomb by thousands of settlers led by Minister Smotrich, which resulted in the killing of a Palestinian teenager in a related settler attack on Salfit villages. In the morning, the detention of a senior UN official at Ben Gurion Airport by Israeli security was highlighted. Hezbollah operations continued with drone swarms overwhelming Israeli positions, while Israeli strikes killed eight in Lebanon. By evening, an Israeli minister stormed Al-Aqsa Mosque, seen as an escalation of Judaization policy.
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The day's coverage was dominated by Minister Ben Gvir's storming of Al-Aqsa Mosque and raising the Israeli flag, reported by multiple sources in the early afternoon. This occurred ahead of the annual flag march, with hundreds of settlers already performing Talmudic prayers at the site earlier. The Mufti of Jerusalem condemned the act as an attempt to impose sovereignty. In parallel, Fatah's eighth conference opened in the morning, re-electing Mahmoud Abbas as leader by acclamation by evening. The conference was framed as a pivotal moment for the movement amid existential risks. Meanwhile, the 'Steadfast Fleet' launched from Turkey with over 50 vessels to break the Gaza siege, and settler violence continued in the West Bank with a youth killed near Nablus. Israeli ceasefire violations in Gaza persisted, with four reported dead in Jabalia.
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