Israeli military vehicles advanced towards remaining shelter centers in northern Gaza, firing at Kamal Adwan Hospital, according to a report shared on X at approximately 3:15 PM UTC on September 17th, 2025. The sound of shooting was described as "terrifying" by a source observing the events. This development follows earlier reports of Israeli forces advancing into Gaza City neighborhoods, including Rimal and along Al-Rashid Road, between 4:01 AM UTC and 4:46 AM UTC on September 17th, 2025, amidst ongoing ground operations. Connectivity disruptions were confirmed in Gaza's northern sector, affecting an estimated 400,000 displaced Palestinians. Earlier on September 17th, Israeli occupation forces reportedly demolished the remaining structures of the village of Khillet al-Dabaa in Masafer Yatta, south of Hebron, for the second time. The demolition destroyed caves, residential tents, a water network, sanitation units, and solar panels, according to the head of the village council in Al-Tuwani, Mohammed Rabee. In parallel diplomatic activity, Fiji officially opened its embassy in Jerusalem on September 17th, 2025, with Prime Minister Benjamin Netanyahu attending. Turkish President Recep Tayyip Erdogan criticized Prime Minister Netanyahu's stance on Jerusalem, referencing Turkey's historical role in the city. Pope Francis reiterated his call for a ceasefire in Gaza, expressing solidarity with the Palestinian people. False alarms for suspected drone infiltration were reported in Be'er Ora, southern Israel, around 5:05 AM UTC and were attributed by the IDF to false identification. Prime Minister Netanyahu stated earlier that the Israeli economy remains strong and requested a meeting with U.S. President Donald Trump.
