Palestinian media publishes first confirmed images of the celebrity seal after several days of sightings in the waters off Gaza

Israeli security sources say they were updated by Hamas authorities about Yulia’s arrival, noting that military liaison to Palestinians published instructions on how to act

Rare and endangered Mediterranean monk seal is spotted again on Sharon region shore before heading back into the water, extending her 2-week stay

Environmentalists urge public to keep their distance from celebrity Mediterranean monk seal as she makes short forays ashore to rest

Many hoping for return of marine sensation, who seemingly slithered into the water for good Tuesday, but others admit Israel probably a poor home for the endangered creature anyway

Seal cow is molting, a multi-day process of shedding her winter coat, authorities explain; the animal has been resting on shore since being spotted on Friday

Nature and Park Authority volunteers arrive to guard rare Mediterranean Monk Seal, urge public to keep distance until she returns to sea

Russian officials say they believe mass mortality was due to natural causes, no indications animals were killed or became entangled in nets