Israel, at the urging of the Biden administration, withdraws some forces from combat in Gaza as fighting shifts to lower intensity. The Israeli military expects the war against Hamas to continue through 2024. Meanwhile, Hezbollah reports casualties in southern Lebanon due to ongoing clashes with Israel. The Israeli military retaliates by striking targets in Lebanon where Hezbollah operates. Both sides suffer losses in the exchanges. 

In Gaza, Hamas leader Yahya Sinwar falsely claims a high number of Israeli casualties and exaggerated destruction of Israeli military vehicles. The mainstream media fails to challenge his statements. 

In South Korea, opposition leader Lee Jae-Myung is stabbed in the neck during a press conference. The attacker, wearing a blue crown, is promptly arrested. 

Activists disrupt holidays, while Israeli musicians honor hostages. 

In Nigeria, there is a genocidal campaign by Muslims against Christians, resulting in numerous casualties and the destruction of churches. The Obama administration's support for Islamic rule in Africa is seen as contributing to this ongoing tragedy, which has been largely ignored by the media and human rights organizations. 

Lastly, the Israel Defense Forces release interrogation videos of captured Palestinian terrorists confirming the use of human shields by Hamas. Civilians are used as cover for Hamas operatives, even being brought to hospitals. The IDF targets areas where Hamas operates while striving to minimize civilian casualties.

The Digest, 1/1/2024 @930PM, CDT

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