The Israel Defense Forces (IDF) stated today, July 22, that there is no hunger phenomenon in the Gaza Strip, despite increasing international pressure and allegations of hunger and fatalities at food distribution centers. This claim comes as 950 truckloads of aid are reportedly awaiting distribution by international organizations within Gaza, according to a post on X by Osint613. Simultaneously, US Ambassador to Israel Mike Huckby met with Palestinian Vice President Hussein al-Sheikh in Ramallah today, July 22, to discuss the situation in Gaza and the West Bank. This marks the first time the Palestinian Authority has hosted an Israeli ambassador in Ramallah since the Trump administration, with al-Sheikh stating the meeting aimed "in support of efforts to stop the war in the Gaza Strip, release the hostages and introduce urgent aid to the Palestinian people there." The economic crisis in the West Bank was also a topic of discussion, as reported by Barak Ravid on X. In military operations, an IDF non-commissioned officer from the Golani Brigade's reconnaissance unit was seriously wounded by anti-tank fire in the Deir al-Balah area of the central Gaza Strip earlier today, July 22, as announced by the military. Additionally, during overnight operations, Etzion Brigade fighters confiscated 20 pipe chargers and arrested individuals in Beit and Fordis villages, while cherry unit fighters arrested four suspects in Kfar Tzurif for attacking Israeli civilians. Tabor Battalion fighters operated in Tubas, arresting two terrorists and confiscating weapons, and IDF forces in the Benjamin Brigade arrested two individuals suspected of weapons trading and stone throwing, according to statements posted on X by @idfonline. Diplomatic efforts continue regarding a potential ceasefire, with American and Arab diplomatic officials reporting that an outline for an agreement is "almost agreed." However, Hamas has delayed its response due to internal disagreements, with its military arm in Gaza reportedly pressing for an agreement while political leadership is influenced by Iran to harden its stance, as stated by @IsraelHayomHeb on X. Separately, the foreign ministries of 25 countries have demanded an immediate ceasefire in Gaza, though Greece, Cyprus, and Germany did not sign this demand, according to a report by @dw_greek on X. Earlier today, July 22, hundreds of Israeli citizens onboard a Mano ship were diverted to Cyprus from Greece due to a pro-Palestinian demonstration at the entrance to Greece, as reported by N12. In other developments, Israeli Foreign Minister Sa'ar conducted a political visit to Ukraine, and Gila Gamliel posted on X about a "voluntary immigration program from Gaza," linking to a cabinet proposal from October 13, 2023. The IDF also continues "Okov 98" operations in the Gaza Strip, focusing on eliminating terrorists and destroying Hamas terror infrastructure, as announced on their official X account. Meanwhile, MiddleEastBuka on X reported on November 21, 2023, that Assem Adly Al-Barsh, a sound engineer for Al Rai Radio and the Government Media Office, was killed in Jabalia, described in later obituaries as a "mujahid."
