Israel-Gaza War: Hamas frees 17 hostages, including 4-year-old American
1 year ago

Israel-Gaza War: Hamas frees 17 hostages, including 4-year-old American

Live Mint  

Hamas released 17 hostages in Gaza, including a 4-year-old American girl, as part of a truce with Israel as Israel freed 39 Palestinian prisoners on the third day of the ceasefire. However Netanyahu said he also told Biden that, at the end of the truce, “we will return with full force to achieve our goals: The elimination of Hamas, ensuring that Gaza does not return to what it was; and of course the release of all our hostages.” Reuters reported that Sunday's hostage release follows the liberation of 13 Israelis on Saturday - six of them women and seven of them teenagers or children. Violence has also flared in the West Bank, where Israeli forces killed seven Palestinians, including two minors and at least one gunman, late on Saturday and early Sunday, medics and local sources told Reuters. The agreement faced a previous challenge when Hamas' armed wing announced on Saturday that it would postpone hostage releases until Israel fulfilled all truce conditions, including a commitment to allowing aid trucks into northern Gaza.

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Pope slams 'cruelty' of strike killing Gaza children
2 days, 15 hours ago

Pope slams 'cruelty' of strike killing Gaza children

Deccan Chronicle  

The pontiff made his remarks a day after the rescue agency in Gaza said an Israeli air strike had killed seven children from one family. In a statement, an Israeli foreign ministry spokesman described the pope's remarks as "particularly disappointing as they are disconnected from the true and factual context of Israel's fight against jihadist terrorism -- a multi-front war …

Israel and Hamas appear close to a ceasefire deal. These are the sticking points
4 days, 23 hours ago

Israel and Hamas appear close to a ceasefire deal. These are the sticking points

Associated Press  

CAIRO — Israel and Hamas appear closer than they have been in months to agreeing to a ceasefire that could wind down the 14-month war in Gaza and bring home dozens of people held hostage there. Share Share Copy Link copied Email Facebook X Reddit LinkedIn Pinterest Flipboard Print Although Israel and Hamas have expressed optimism that a deal is …

Families of hostages endure uncertainty even as hopes rise for a ceasefire in Gaza
6 days, 5 hours ago

Families of hostages endure uncertainty even as hopes rise for a ceasefire in Gaza

Associated Press  

KIRYAT GAT, Israel — Ilana Gritzewsky is fighting a battle against time to save her boyfriend from Hamas captivity. Share Share Copy Link copied Email Facebook X Reddit LinkedIn Pinterest Flipboard Print FILE.- Families and supporters of Israeli hostages held by Hamas in Gaza hold their photos and shout slogans during a rally calling for their release, in Tel Aviv, …

Gaza ceasefire believed to be close as expectations grow over deal
6 days, 13 hours ago

Gaza ceasefire believed to be close as expectations grow over deal

The Independent  

For free real time breaking news alerts sent straight to your inbox sign up to our breaking news emails Sign up to our free breaking news emails Sign up to our free breaking news emails SIGN UP I would like to be emailed about offers, events and updates from The Independent. Two Egyptian security sources told Reuters that a meeting …

Gaza peace deal in ‘decisive and final phase’, Israeli minister says it’s ‘closer than ever’
1 week ago

Gaza peace deal in ‘decisive and final phase’, Israeli minister says it’s ‘closer than ever’

Firstpost  

After months of impasse, there are fresh indications that Israel and Hamas may be nearing a ceasefire agreement for Gaza and a deal on hostage releases by the end of the year, according to a report Israelis protest against Prime Minister Benjamin Netanyahu's government and call for the release of hostages held in the Gaza Strip by the Hamas militant …

Biden at White House Hanukkah party: 'Have got 100 hostages freed, will get each of them home'
1 week ago

Biden at White House Hanukkah party: 'Have got 100 hostages freed, will get each of them home'

Firstpost  

US President Joe Biden said that he “will not stop” until all the 100 hostages are free from Hamas’ captivity. Second Gentleman Doug Emhoff, who has led the Biden administration’s efforts to fight antisemitism said, “Tonight, I am rededicating myself to fighting antisemitism and hatred of all kinds” US President Joe Biden on Tuesday vowed to bring back the remaining …

Israel ‘closest ever’ to making a deal for release of hostages in Gaza? What defence minister said
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1 week ago

Israel ‘closest ever’ to making a deal for release of hostages in Gaza? What defence minister said

Hindustan Times  

Israel's defence minister Israel Katz has said that Israeli negotiators have “never been closer” to a deal for the release of hostages in Gaza since the November 2023 truce in the war between Israel and Palestinian militant group Hamas, news agency AFP has reported. This handout picture released by the Government Press Office shows Israel's Prime Minister Benjamin Netanyahu, Defence …

Negotiators say Israel and Hamas are inching toward a ceasefire deal. This is what it may look like
1 week ago

Negotiators say Israel and Hamas are inching toward a ceasefire deal. This is what it may look like

Associated Press  

After months of deadlock, Israel and Hamas appear to be moving closer toward a ceasefire to end their 14-month war. Share Share Copy Link copied Email Facebook X Reddit LinkedIn Pinterest Flipboard Print In the U.S., both the outgoing Biden administration and the incoming administration of President-elect Donald Trump have signaled they want a deal completed before the Jan. 20 …

Biden administration makes final diplomatic push for stability across a turbulent Mideast
1 week, 5 days ago

Biden administration makes final diplomatic push for stability across a turbulent Mideast

Associated Press  

AQABA, Jordan — Top U.S. officials were in the Middle East on Thursday, pushing for stability in Syria and an end to Israel’s 14-month war in the Gaza Strip in a last-ditch diplomatic push by the outgoing Biden administration before President-elect Donald Trump takes office in a few weeks. He said Israel’s ceasefire with Hezbollah last month, ending more than …

Hamas concedes on Israeli troops in Gaza, raising hopes for hostage deal
1 week, 5 days ago

Hamas concedes on Israeli troops in Gaza, raising hopes for hostage deal

Live Mint  

Hamas has yielded to two of Israel’s key demands for a cease-fire deal in Gaza, Arab mediators said, raising hopes of an agreement that could release some hostages within days despite the repeated collapse of previous negotiations. Hamas also handed over a list of hostages, including U.S. citizens, whom it would release under a cease-fire pact, something it hasn’t done …

Katz updates Austin on Gaza hostage negotiations, says 'now a chance' for breakthrough
1 week, 6 days ago

Katz updates Austin on Gaza hostage negotiations, says 'now a chance' for breakthrough

Firstpost  

Israeli Defence Minister Israel Katz on Wednesday told his US counterpart Lloyd Austin that there is “currently a chance” to secure a deal for the release of the remaining hostages taken in the October 2023 attack Israeli Defence Minister Israel Katz on Wednesday told his US counterpart Lloyd Austin over a call that there is “now a chance” to secure …

UN General Assembly to vote on 'unconditional' Gaza ceasefire resolution amid ongoing conflict
1 week, 6 days ago

UN General Assembly to vote on 'unconditional' Gaza ceasefire resolution amid ongoing conflict

Firstpost  

The resolution, which is non-binding, also demands ‘immediate access’ to widespread humanitarian aid for the citizens of Gaza, who have been subjected to more than a year of war with Israel, especially in the besieged north of the territory The UN General Assembly will vote Wednesday on a draft resolution that seeks an immediate ceasefire in Gaza, a symbolic gesture …

Gaza rescuers say at least 22 killed in overnight Israel strike
1 week, 6 days ago

Gaza rescuers say at least 22 killed in overnight Israel strike

New Indian Express  

Gaza's civil defence agency said Wednesday that an overnight Israeli air strike in the northern part of the Palestinian territory killed at least 22 people, including women and children. "At least 22 people were martyred in the massacre committed by the occupation military after it bombed a house belonging to the Abu al-Tarabish family near Kamal Adwan hospital in northern …

Israel, Hamas exchange names for release as Gaza ceasefire talks advance
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2 weeks, 1 day ago

Israel, Hamas exchange names for release as Gaza ceasefire talks advance

Firstpost  

Mediated negotiations between Israel and Hamas aimed at securing a ceasefire in the Gaza Strip, which would include the release of Israeli hostages, have made significant progress, with both the sides now discussing the specifics of those who would be released, according to a report Einav Zangauker, center, mother of Israeli hostage Matan Zangauker takes part in a protest following …

AP PHOTOS: After 15 months of abandonment, hostage homes are empty memorials
2 weeks, 4 days ago

AP PHOTOS: After 15 months of abandonment, hostage homes are empty memorials

Associated Press  

KIBBUTZ NIR OZ, Israel — After 15 months of war, the homes of Israeli hostages are like time capsules of a war zone. The home of the Bibas family, hostages who were pulled into Gaza by Hamas militants in their Oct. 7, 2023 attack, stands empty after nearly 15 months of war in kibbutz Nir Oz, southern Israel, Thursday Dec. …

Egypt floats new Israel-Hamas deal for release of hostage & extended ceasefire: Report
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2 weeks, 4 days ago

Egypt floats new Israel-Hamas deal for release of hostage & extended ceasefire: Report

Firstpost  

As indirect negotiations have resumed between Israel and Hamas in recent weeks, Egypt has floated a new proposal for the release of hostages and an extended ceasefire Egypt has floated a new proposal for the release of hostages held in the Gaza Strip and an extended ceasefire between Israel and Hamas, according to a report. The official said that the …

Israeli President Herzog called Elon Musk to discuss revival of hostage talks, source says
2 weeks, 4 days ago

Israeli President Herzog called Elon Musk to discuss revival of hostage talks, source says

CNN  

CNN — Israeli President Isaac Herzog called Elon Musk “in the last few days” to discuss a revival of talks to secure the release of hostages currently held in Gaza, according to a source close to President Herzog. The source told CNN Herzog had made the call at the request of hostage family members who hope Musk will be able …

Israeli military chief admits 'mistakes' as probe finds bombing hit hostages' tunnel in Gaza
2 weeks, 5 days ago

Israeli military chief admits 'mistakes' as probe finds bombing hit hostages' tunnel in Gaza

Firstpost  

An Israeli investigation has found that airstrikes would have killed six hostages held in Gaza Strip’s Khan Younis even if they would not have been executed by Hamas Israeli military chief, Lieutenant General Herzi Halevi, has admitted that mistakes in the war in the Gaza Strip after an investigation found that airstrikes had hit an area where hostages were kept …

Mother of British hostage held in Gaza disappointed by Lammy’s aid tweet
2 weeks, 5 days ago

Mother of British hostage held in Gaza disappointed by Lammy’s aid tweet

The Independent  

Get the free Morning Headlines email for news from our reporters across the world Sign up to our free Morning Headlines email Sign up to our free Morning Headlines email SIGN UP I would like to be emailed about offers, events and updates from The Independent. open image in gallery David Lammy holds a placard showing hostage Emily Tehila Damari …

Hamas threatens to 'neutralize' hostages if Israel launches rescue op, claims intelligence of planned action
2 weeks, 6 days ago

Hamas threatens to 'neutralize' hostages if Israel launches rescue op, claims intelligence of planned action

Firstpost  

Hamas has claimed that it had intelligence that Israel intended to carry out a hostage rescue operation similar to one conducted in Gaza’s Nuseirat camp in June and threatened to “neutralize” the hostages if such an operation took place, according to a report People rally to protest against the government and to show support for the hostages who were kidnapped …

Israeli military says strike in Gaza may have prompted Hamas to execute six hostages
2 weeks, 6 days ago

Israeli military says strike in Gaza may have prompted Hamas to execute six hostages

CNN  

CNN — The Israeli military on Wednesday said that a February strike on Khan Younis in southern Gaza may have led Hamas militants to execute six hostages. Speaking at a press briefing about an investigation into the hostages’ deaths, an IDF official said the Israeli military struck “a terror target” on February 14 in Khan Younis, but did not know …

Israeli strikes killed 33 hostages: Hamas
2 weeks, 6 days ago

Israeli strikes killed 33 hostages: Hamas

China Daily  

Updated: 2024-12-04 10:19 Clothes are hung to dry on a line in a heavily damaged building in the southern Gaza Strip on Monday following Israeli strikes. BASHAR TALEB / AFP GAZA/JERUSALEM — Hamas said on Monday that 33 Israeli hostages held in the Gaza Strip have been killed, with some others still missing, because of Israeli military operations. Hamas warned …

Israeli strikes killed 33 hostages: Hamas
2 weeks, 6 days ago

Israeli strikes killed 33 hostages: Hamas

China Daily  

Clothes are hung to dry on a line in a heavily damaged building in the southern Gaza Strip on Monday following Israeli strikes. BASHAR TALEB / AFP GAZA/JERUSALEM — Hamas said on Monday that 33 Israeli hostages held in the Gaza Strip have been killed, with some others still missing, because of Israeli military operations. Hamas warned that Israeli Prime …

Donald Trump warns ‘there will be all hell to pay’ if Hamas hostages aren't released before he assumes office
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3 weeks ago

Donald Trump warns ‘there will be all hell to pay’ if Hamas hostages aren't released before he assumes office

Hindustan Times  

Donald Trump has warned that “there will be all hell to pay in the Middle East” if the Hamas hostages are not released before he assumes office. Donald Trump warns ‘there will be all hell to pay’ if Hamas hostages aren't released before he assumes office In a Truth Social post, Trump wrote, “Everybody is talking about the hostages who …

Trump promises 'hell to pay' if Gaza hostages not promptly released
3 weeks ago

Trump promises 'hell to pay' if Gaza hostages not promptly released

Deccan Chronicle  

U.S. President-elect Donald Trump said on Monday there would be "hell to pay" in the Middle East if hostages held in the Gaza Strip were not released prior to his Jan. 20 inauguration.During their deadly 2023 attack on Israel, Hamas-led militants captured more than 250 people, according to Israeli tallies, including dual Israeli-American nationals.Around half of the 101 foreign and …

Trump Demands Immediate Release Of Israeli Hostages In Gaza Or Face ‘Hell' After He Joins Office
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3 weeks ago

Trump Demands Immediate Release Of Israeli Hostages In Gaza Or Face ‘Hell' After He Joins Office

ABP News  

US President-elect Donald Trump on Monday, demanded the immediate release of Israeli hostages still held in Gaza by Hamas. RELEASE THE HOSTAGES NOW!” According to an Associated Press report, it remains unclear whether Trump was suggesting a direct involvement in Israel’s ongoing campaign against Hamas in Gaza. According to Fox News, Alexander said he had been held hostage for 420 …

'All hell to pay': Trump vows to hit hard Hamas if hostages are not released by Jan 20
Top News
3 weeks ago

'All hell to pay': Trump vows to hit hard Hamas if hostages are not released by Jan 20

Firstpost  

US President-elect Donald Trump issued a stern warning to Palestinian terrorist group Hamas, demanding the release of hostages held captive in Gaza before his January 20, 2025 inauguration else face dire consequences US President-elect Donald Trump has issued a warning to Iran-backed Palestinian terrorist group – Hamas – demanding the release of all the hostages held in the Gaza strip …

There'll be hell to pay in Middle East: Trump's deadline for Gaza hostage release
3 weeks ago

There'll be hell to pay in Middle East: Trump's deadline for Gaza hostage release

India Today  

US President-elect Donald Trump said on Monday there would be "hell to pay" in the Middle East if hostages held in the Gaza Strip were not released prior to his January 20 inauguration. Making his most explicit comments on the fate of the hostages since his election in November, Trump said on social media: " the hostages are not released …

'ALL HELL TO PAY': Donald Trump's ultimatum to Hamas on hostage situation in Middle East
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3 weeks ago

'ALL HELL TO PAY': Donald Trump's ultimatum to Hamas on hostage situation in Middle East

India TV News  

US President-elect Donald Trump has issued a stern warning to Hamas regarding the ongoing hostage crisis in the Middle East, stating there will be "ALL HELL TO PAY" in the region if the hostages are not released before January 20, 2025, prior to the date he will assume office in the White House. "Please let this TRUTH serve to represent …

Trump demands immediate release of Oct. 7 hostages, says otherwise there will be ‘HELL TO PAY’
3 weeks ago

Trump demands immediate release of Oct. 7 hostages, says otherwise there will be ‘HELL TO PAY’

Associated Press  

NEW YORK — President-elect Donald Trump is demanding the immediate release of Israeli hostages still being held in Gaza, saying that if they are not freed before he is sworn into office for a second term there will be “HELL TO PAY.” “Please let this TRUTH serve to represent that if the hostages are not released prior to January 20, …

Hamas hostage Omer Maxim Neutra has been dead for over a year, IDF confirms
3 weeks, 1 day ago

Hamas hostage Omer Maxim Neutra has been dead for over a year, IDF confirms

Daily Mail  

The family of a 21-year-old New Yorker believed to have been taken hostage on October 7 has been given the heartbreaking news that he died over a year ago. Omer Maxim Neutra, a dual US-Israeli citizen, was believed to be one of the hostages still in Hamas captivity. Omer Maxim Neutra, a dual US-Israeli citizen, was believed to be one …

Hamas says 33 captives killed in Gaza as Palestinian factions hold talks
3 weeks, 1 day ago

Hamas says 33 captives killed in Gaza as Palestinian factions hold talks

Al Jazeera  

Hamas’s announcement comes as the group and Fatah discuss the Palestinian Authority’s management of post-war Gaza. Hamas says 33 captives held by the group in Gaza have been killed since the start of Israel’s nearly 14-month-old war in the besieged enclave. The group issued a video statement on Monday saying the captives were killed “because of the stubbornness of the …

Hamas releases video of Israeli-American hostage pleading for Trump’s help in securing release
3 weeks, 2 days ago

Hamas releases video of Israeli-American hostage pleading for Trump’s help in securing release

The Independent  

For free real time breaking news alerts sent straight to your inbox sign up to our breaking news emails Sign up to our free breaking news emails Sign up to our free breaking news emails SIGN UP I would like to be emailed about offers, events and updates from The Independent. "My dear, beloved Edan, we miss you painfully," she …

Hamas leaders talk to Egyptian officials in fresh push for Gaza ceasefire: Report
3 weeks, 2 days ago

Hamas leaders talk to Egyptian officials in fresh push for Gaza ceasefire: Report

India Today  

Hamas leaders held talks with Egyptian security officials on Sunday in a fresh push for a ceasefire in the Gaza war, two Hamas sources said, and Israeli Prime Minister Benjamin Netanyahu was set to hold security talks on the matter, two Israeli officials said. UNRWA's Lazzarini said it was Israel's responsibility "as occupying power" to protect aid workers and supplies, …

'They can't survive another winter in tunnels': Families of hostages to protest demanding ceasefire deal
3 weeks, 3 days ago

'They can't survive another winter in tunnels': Families of hostages to protest demanding ceasefire deal

Firstpost  

Ever since the Israel-Hezbollah ceasefire took effect last week, the world has turned its attention to the Gaza truce that will possibly end hostilities between Israel and Hamas. US President Joe Biden has said that Washington will push for the Israel-Hamas truce with Qatar and Egypt Protesters stand with portraits of Israeli hostages outside the Israeli Prime Minister's residence in …

Edan Alexander: Mother of Israeli-American hostage ‘shaken’ by Hamas video of her son begging Netanyahu and Trump for deal
3 weeks, 3 days ago

Edan Alexander: Mother of Israeli-American hostage ‘shaken’ by Hamas video of her son begging Netanyahu and Trump for deal

CNN  

CNN — The mother of Israeli-American hostage Edan Alexander says she has been assured by Prime Minister Benjamin Netanyahu that “conditions are ripe” for a hostage deal, just hours after Hamas released a video of her son begging the Israeli leader and US President-elect Donald Trump for his release. Yael Alexander, whose son Edan was kidnapped by militants on October …

Hamas releases fresh video of Israeli hostage pleading for Trump's help in Gaza
3 weeks, 3 days ago

Hamas releases fresh video of Israeli hostage pleading for Trump's help in Gaza

India Today  

Palestinian militant group Hamas published a video of an Israeli-American hostage on Saturday, in which he pleads for US President-elect Donald Trump to secure his release from captivity. The video shows a pale-looking Alexander sitting in a dark space against a wall, identifying himself, addressing his family, Israeli Prime Minister Benjamin Netanyahu and Trump. Netanyahu said in a statement that …

Gaza hostage deal: Israel PM Benjamin Netanyahu says conditions very much improved for possible ceasefire with Hamas
3 weeks, 4 days ago

Gaza hostage deal: Israel PM Benjamin Netanyahu says conditions very much improved for possible ceasefire with Hamas

India Today  

Prime Minister Benjamin Netanyahu said on Thursday that conditions for reaching a possible deal to secure the release of Israeli hostages in the Gaza Strip have considerably improved. Asked about a possible hostage deal in an interview with local Channel 14, Netanyahu said: "I think the conditions have very much changed for the better." Meanwhile, the Israeli military said in …

26 Palestinians killed after Israel launches strikes in central Gaza
3 weeks, 5 days ago

26 Palestinians killed after Israel launches strikes in central Gaza

India Today  

Israeli military strikes killed at least 26 Palestinians across the Gaza Strip on Thursday, medics said, as forces stepped up their bombardment of central areas and tanks pushed deeper into the north and south of the enclave. GAZA DEATHS Israel's campaign in Gaza has killed nearly 44,200 people and displaced nearly all the enclave's population at least once, Gaza officials …

'We're begging you': Relatives of hostages block entrance to Netanyahu's office, demand Gaza truce deal
3 weeks, 6 days ago

'We're begging you': Relatives of hostages block entrance to Netanyahu's office, demand Gaza truce deal

Firstpost  

Eli Albag, the father of a 19-year-old woman who was taken captive on October 7, says that Netanyahu should reach an agreement with Hamas just as he secured a deal with Hezbollah As Lebanon celebrates the culmination of the Israel-Hezbollah ceasefire deal with the displaced heading home after months of conflict, relatives of hostages held by Hamas in Gaza feel …

Biden OKs $680m Israel arms sale despite new Gaza ceasefire push: Reports
3 weeks, 6 days ago

Biden OKs $680m Israel arms sale despite new Gaza ceasefire push: Reports

Al Jazeera  

Approval comes despite US promise to renew efforts on long-elusive Gaza ceasefire after Israel-Hezbollah truce. On Tuesday, Biden – who has consistently supported Israel and portrays US arms sales to Israel as essential support for an ally – held an address at the White House announcing that a US-brokered ceasefire that would see Israel withdraw from Lebanon within 60 days …

Israel says it can't 'confirm or refute' Hamas's claims that a hostage has died in Gaza
1 month ago

Israel says it can't 'confirm or refute' Hamas's claims that a hostage has died in Gaza

ABC  

The Israeli Defense Forces says it is in contact with the family of a hostage who Hamas claims died in northern Gaza. Abu Obedia, a spokesman for the armed wing of Hamas known as the Ezzedine al-Qassam Brigades, said on Saturday that contact had been restored with the woman's captors after a break of several weeks and it was determined …

Israel investigating after Hamas releases photos purportedly showing body of female hostage
1 month ago

Israel investigating after Hamas releases photos purportedly showing body of female hostage

CNN  

CNN — Israel says it is investigating after Hamas released photos purportedly showing the body of a female hostage in Gaza. Hamas’ military wing claimed on Saturday that a female hostage had been killed in an area of northern Gaza that was “under Israeli aggression.” It did not identify her by name but shared two photos of the hostage’s body. …

Hamas says female captive killed in Israeli strike in northern Gaza
1 month ago

Hamas says female captive killed in Israeli strike in northern Gaza

Al Jazeera  

The Israeli army did not confirm or deny the claim as it continues to hit Gaza, killing dozens since Saturday. A female captive has been killed in an Israeli strike in northern Gaza, according to a statement by Hamas’s armed wing, as Israel continued its deadly military operation and ordered forced evacuation of Palestinians in Gaza City on Sunday. Qassam …

Israel offering $5 million reward for each Gaza hostage freed: Netanyahu
Top News
1 month ago

Israel offering $5 million reward for each Gaza hostage freed: Netanyahu

Deccan Chronicle  

Jerusalem: Prime Minister Benjamin Netanyahu said on Tuesday that Israel was offering a reward of $5 million to anybody who brings out a hostage held in Gaza. "Anybody who brings out a hostage will find with us a secure way for them and their family to leave" Gaza, Netanyahu said in a video filmed inside the Palestinian territory, according to …

Netanyahu makes rare visit to Gaza, offers $5 million for hostage release help
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1 month ago

Netanyahu makes rare visit to Gaza, offers $5 million for hostage release help

India Today  

Israeli Prime Minister Benjamin Netanyahu made a rare visit to Palestine's Gaza on Tuesday, where the Israeli military is engaged in a bloody war with Hamas militants. Netanyahu stressed that efforts to locate the 101 hostages still believed to be in Gaza had not ceased, and announced $5 million reward for each hostage's safe return. On Monday, Netanyahu, at the …

Netanyahu offers $5 million and safe passage out of Gaza to anyone returning a hostage
1 month ago

Netanyahu offers $5 million and safe passage out of Gaza to anyone returning a hostage

CNN  

CNN — Israeli Prime Minister Benjamin Netanyahu on Tuesday offered $5 million and safe passage out of Gaza to anyone returning a hostage. We will bring them all back.” Speaking at the Netzarim Corridor in central Gaza alongside Defense Minister Israel Katz, Netanyahu added that whoever harmed a hostage would “pay the price.” Critics of the prime minister have accused …

Hostages freed from Gaza meet with Pope Francis and press campaign to bring remaining captives home
1 month, 1 week ago

Hostages freed from Gaza meet with Pope Francis and press campaign to bring remaining captives home

Associated Press  

ROME — A delegation of former hostages held by Hamas in Gaza and their relatives met Thursday with Pope Francis and expressed hope that the incoming and outgoing U.S. administrations would work together to bring the remaining hostages home. The freed hostages included Yelena Troufanov, who was released last November but whose son Sasha remains in Gaza and appeared in …

Biden dismisses journalist’s question on reaching deal for Gaza captives
1 month, 1 week ago

Biden dismisses journalist’s question on reaching deal for Gaza captives

Al Jazeera  

As US president’s term ends, repeated attempts to secure a ceasefire and end Israel’s war have not yielded results. United States President Joe Biden avoided answering a question about whether he had any hope of reaching a ceasefire and bringing back Israeli captives in the Gaza Strip before the end of his term. Neria Kraus, the journalist who asked the …

Families of American hostages captured by Hamas turn to Donald Trump for new hope
1 month, 1 week ago

Families of American hostages captured by Hamas turn to Donald Trump for new hope

CNN  

Washington CNN — The families of US hostages captured by Hamas on October 7, 2023, remain in agony, waiting for any sign that their loved ones might finally come home to them. Chen, along with family members of a handful of other dual US-Israeli hostages – some of whom have been confirmed dead – plan to meet with President Joe …

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