Israeli Prime Minister Benjamin Netanyahu thanked U.S. President Donald Trump and Secretary of State Marco Rubio for sanctioning four ICC judges.
He called the move a stand for Israel’s rights and condemned the judges as “politicised.”
Netanyahu posted his message of gratitude on social media Friday morning.
MSF: Nasser Hospital Closure a ‘Death Sentence’
Time: 04:24 AM
Doctors Without Borders (MSF) warned that Israel’s actions are crippling Gaza’s healthcare.
Displacement orders and movement restrictions have nearly shut down Nasser Hospital.
MSF said Israel’s tactics aim to close hospitals by limiting access and forbidding new patients.
Jose Mas of MSF called this a “death sentence” for the critically ill and wounded.
WHO also urged protection for Gaza’s remaining hospitals, including Nasser and al-Amal.
ICC Condemns U.S. Sanctions on Judges
Time: 02:57 AM
The International Criminal Court (ICC) strongly criticized the Trump administration’s sanctions.
It said the move threatens judicial independence and aims to intimidate international justice.
The ICC reaffirmed its support for its staff and vowed to continue its work without fear.
Trump Admin Targets ICC Judges
At the same time, the U.S. imposed sanctions on four ICC judges.
The targeted judges include officials from Uganda, Peru, Benin, and Slovenia.
Secretary Marco Rubio accused them of “illegitimate actions” against the U.S. and Israel.
The sanctions follow the ICC’s arrest warrant for Netanyahu and its investigation into U.S. war crimes in Afghanistan.
Israel Strikes Hezbollah Drone Sites in Beirut
Time: 01:16 AM – 01:14 AM
Israeli warplanes struck multiple Hezbollah drone factories in southern Beirut.
Three airstrikes hit the area late Thursday, triggering evacuations and heavy traffic.
The Israeli military warned civilians to flee just before the strikes began.
Live footage captured explosions in Beirut’s suburbs, showing smoke plumes over the city.
The IDF claimed the targets were underground UAV sites embedded in civilian zones.
Hamas Seeks Modifications to U.S. Ceasefire Plan
Time: 12:28 AM
Hamas leader Khalil al-Hayya said the group did not reject the U.S. ceasefire proposal.
He stated that Hamas requested changes to guarantee a full end to the war in Gaza.
Talks are ongoing with mediators.
Hamas demands Israeli troop withdrawal and a permanent ceasefire—conditions Israel opposes.
Gaza: 37 Dead in Israeli Strikes, Aid Resumes
Time: 11:21 PM – 10:00 PM
Gaza’s civil defence reported 37 deaths from Israeli airstrikes on Thursday.
The Israeli military has not responded to requests for comment.
Meanwhile, a U.S.-backed aid group reopened two sites in Rafah after a one-day closure.
The shutdown followed deadly shootings near distribution centers earlier this week.
