Over the weekend, Israeli ground forces entered Gaza as part of the “second stage” of its war against the militant group Hamas in response to the October 7 attack. Meanwhile, the United Nations is warning that there are signs “civil order is starting to break down” in Gaza as water, food, and fuel shortages continue to grip the enclave. In this episode, CNN’s Jeremy Diamond breaks down what we know about the ground operation thus far and if growing international pressure for a ceasefire is being heard.

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Tensions are mounting in the West Bank, where dozens of Palestinians have been killed in confrontations with both Israeli forces and settlers in the wake of the Oct. 7 Hamas terror attack. In this episode, we explore how the conflict has inflamed decades-old divisions in the occupied territory with CNN Anchor, Sara Sidner.

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Humanitarian aid operations and hospitals in Gaza are warning that conditions will further deteriorate without fuel deliveries, which Israel is refusing to send for fears it could end up in the hands of Hamas’ military operation. In this episode, we hear from CNN’s Clarissa Ward about how doctors in Gaza are coping and what it might take to free up further supplies.

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As the war between Israel and Hamas continues, more than a century of bitter history in the region is the backdrop for rising tensions between Jews, Palestinians, and Muslims around the world. In this episode, CNN’s Jerusalem-based correspondent Hadas Gold takes us through some of the milestones that led up to today’s conflict and the areas that could become key in the days ahead. 

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Note: this episode contains graphic descriptions of violence. 

Four hostages taken by Hamas on October 7 have been freed and talks to secure the release of more are ongoing between the US, Israel, Qatar, Egypt and Hamas. In this episode, CNN’s Kaitlan Collins breaks down where things stand on the diplomatic front and shares her conversation with one Israeli family anxiously waiting to hear about their son. 

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As Israel continues to pound Gaza with airstrikes as retaliation for the deadly Hamas terror attacks, many are wondering how soon it will launch a full ground offensive into the enclave. However, two sources briefed on the discussions tell CNN that the US is seeking to delay that operation in hopes of getting more hostages out and aid into Gaza. In this episode, we examine what a ground incursion could look like and its potential impact on civilians.

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Conditions on the ground in Gaza continue to deteriorate as Israel repeatedly bombards the strip with airstrikes in retaliation for the brutal Hamas terror attack. As the situation worsens, aid agencies are warning that hospitals are almost out of fuel. In this episode, we hear from four people on the ground who are fighting to survive the war: an aid worker running low on food and water, a 13-year-old girl, a woman who is nine months pregnant with her first child, and a translator who is housing over 50 other people in his small home.

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When Hamas launched its attack on Israel, many military experts were surprised by how well-organized it seemed. Now, CNN has reviewed documents that Israeli officials say were Hamas attack plans revealing granular details on its targets. This episode examines the context of those documents and how a group of volunteer guards in one kibbutz were able to help fight off a group of militants. 

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President Joe Biden’s trip to Tel Aviv was overshadowed by outrage over a devastating blast at a hospital in Gaza that is being highly contested in the region. In this episode, CNN’s International Diplomatic Editor, Nic Robertson explains how the US’ strong support for Israel could be tested, and what came out of this high stakes visit while the humanitarian situation in Gaza worsens. 

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As fighting intensifies between Israel and Gaza, Hezbollah’s the third player on the sidelines that could shift how things turn out for Israel. What happens if they get involved? What would the cost be for Israel if another front opens on its border with Lebanon? CNN’s Ben Wedeman explains what a double-sided war could mean for Israel.

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