Hamas releases video of Israeli-American hostage pleading for Trump’s help in securing release
1 month, 1 week 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 said before she called on Israel's leaders to end the war in Gaza and make a deal with Hamas to release the hostages. The Israeli prime minister on Saturday said the video was cruel psychological warfare and that he had told Mr Alexander’s family in a phone call that Israel was working tirelessly to bring the hostages home. open image in gallery Protesters hold up photos of hostage Eden Alexander during a rally calling on Israeli prime minster Benjamin Netanyahu to end the war in Gaza US national security council spokesperson Sean Savett said the war in Gaza “would stop tomorrow and the suffering of Gazans would end immediately, and would have ended months ago, if Hamas agreed to release the hostages”. The Biden administration, in office until Mr Trump's 20 January inauguration, said it is working "around the clock" to secure the release of US citizens held hostage by Hamas.

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Israeli army finds hostage's body in Gaza tunnel, possibly next to son's remains
1 day, 13 hours ago

Israeli army finds hostage's body in Gaza tunnel, possibly next to son's remains

India Today  

Israeli soldiers recovered the body of a 53-year-old hostage in an underground tunnel in southern Gaza, the military said Wednesday, and the army was determining if another set of remains belongs to the man’s son. The discovery of Yosef AlZayadni’s body comes as Israel and Hamas are considering a ceasefire deal that would free the remaining hostages and halt the …

Israeli hostage's body found in Gaza tunnel, probe on to find son's remains
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2 days, 13 hours ago

Israeli hostage's body found in Gaza tunnel, probe on to find son's remains

India Today  

Israeli soldiers recovered the body of a 53-year-old hostage in an underground tunnel in southern Gaza, the military said on Wednesday, and the army was determining if another set of remains belongs to the man’s son. The discovery of Yosef AlZayadni’s body comes as Israel and Hamas are considering a ceasefire deal that would free the remaining hostages and halt …

Donald Trump warns Hamas: ‘All hell will break out if hostages in Gaza are not freed’
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3 days, 7 hours ago

Donald Trump warns Hamas: ‘All hell will break out if hostages in Gaza are not freed’

Live Mint  

US President-elect Donald Trump has warned that “all hell will break out in the Middle East” if the hostages being held by Hamas are not released by Inauguration Day. If those hostages aren’t back, I don’t want to hurt your negotiation, if they’re not back by the time I get into office, all hell will break out in the Middle …

Trump warns Hamas that all hell will break out if hostages not released before his inauguration
3 days, 11 hours ago

Trump warns Hamas that all hell will break out if hostages not released before his inauguration

The Hindu  

U.S. President-elect Donald Trump on Tuesday warned that “all hell will break out” if Hamas did not release hostages before January 20, when he will be sworn in as the 47th President of the United States. If those hostages aren’t back, I don’t want to hurt your negotiation, if they’re not back by the time I get into office, all …

Donald Trump says all hell will break out if hostages not released by Hamas before his inauguration
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3 days, 13 hours ago

Donald Trump says all hell will break out if hostages not released by Hamas before his inauguration

India TV News  

Florida: In a significant development, US President-elect Donald Trump on Wednesday warned that "all hell will break out in the Middle East" if hostages held by Hamas in Gaza are not released before his inauguration on January 20, CNN reported. Steve Witkoff, who has been chosen by Trump to serve as the special envoy to the Middle East, expressed an …

Trump warns ‘all hell will break out’ if Gaza hostages aren’t released before his inauguration
4 days, 13 hours ago

Trump warns ‘all hell will break out’ if Gaza hostages aren’t released before his inauguration

CNN  

CNN — President-elect Donald Trump warned that if the hostages whom Hamas is still holding in Gaza are not released by his inauguration on January 20, “all hell will break out in the Middle East” – offering one more stark indication of how much the incoming president would prefer to avoid inheriting the Israel-Hamas war as he prepares to take …

Hurdles remain as Israel and Hamas once again inch toward a ceasefire deal
4 days, 17 hours ago

Hurdles remain as Israel and Hamas once again inch toward a ceasefire deal

Associated Press  

JERUSALEM — Israel and Hamas once again appear to be inching toward a ceasefire that could wind down the 15-month war in Gaza and bring home dozens of Israelis held hostage there. Here’s a closer look at the key issues holding up a deal: The release of hostages from Gaza During its Oct. 7, 2023, attack on southern Israel, Hamas …

Hamas releases video of 19-year-old Israel hostage, family says 'it's time to…'
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5 days, 5 hours ago

Hamas releases video of 19-year-old Israel hostage, family says 'it's time to…'

Hindustan Times  

The armed wing of Hamas, the Ezzedine al-Qassam Brigades, released a video on Saturday of an Israeli hostage held in Gaza since its October 2023 attack. The Ezzedine al-Qassam Brigades, Hamas' military branch, published a video of an Israeli hostage who has been detained in Gaza since the group's October 2023 attack on Saturday. The Hostages and Missing Families Forum, …

Hamas and Israel are negotiating the release of 34 hostages from Gaza
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5 days, 13 hours ago

Hamas and Israel are negotiating the release of 34 hostages from Gaza

NPR  

Hamas and Israel are negotiating the release of 34 hostages from Gaza toggle caption Amir Levy/Getty Images TEL AVIV, Israel — Hamas has named 34 Israeli hostages in Gaza — including two dual U.S. citizens — it is willing to release in a ceasefire deal under negotiation with Israel. Sponsor Message In exchange for these hostages' release, according to the …

Hamas approves list of 34 Israeli hostages for ceasefire negotiations: report
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5 days, 16 hours ago

Hamas approves list of 34 Israeli hostages for ceasefire negotiations: report

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. Read our privacy policy Hamas has approved the release …

Hamas shares video of Israeli soldier, 19, held hostage by it
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6 days, 6 hours ago

Hamas shares video of Israeli soldier, 19, held hostage by it

Hindustan Times  

Hamas has shared a video of a 19-year-old Israeli female soldier, who has been in its captivity in Gaza since October 7, 2023, when Hamas fighters attacked southern Israel, killing more than 1,200 people and abducting 251 others. Family members of Liri Albag, an Israeli hostage taken captive by Palestinian militants to the Gaza Strip during the October 7 attacks, …

Hamas releases Israeli teen hostage's video, family says 'hearts torn to pieces'
6 days, 13 hours ago

Hamas releases Israeli teen hostage's video, family says 'hearts torn to pieces'

India Today  

Hamas has released a video of a 19-year-old Israeli soldier held captive by the Palestinian group for more than a year following their attacks on the Jewish nation on October 7, 2023. Liri Albag, a surveillance soldier with the Israel Defence Forces, was stationed at the Nahal Oz military base near the Gaza border when thousands of Hamas terrorists stormed …

Gaza peace deal in ‘decisive and final phase’, Israeli minister says it’s ‘closer than ever’
3 weeks, 4 days 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'
3 weeks, 4 days 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 …

Negotiators say Israel and Hamas are inching toward a ceasefire deal. This is what it may look like
3 weeks, 4 days 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 …

Netanyahu, Trump discuss release of Hamas-held hostages in Gaza, Syria unrest
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3 weeks, 5 days ago

Netanyahu, Trump discuss release of Hamas-held hostages in Gaza, Syria unrest

India Today  

Israeli Prime Minister Benjamin Netanyahu spoke with US President-elect Donald Trump about developments in Syria and a recent push to secure the release of Israeli and foreign hostages held by Hamas in Gaza, he said on Sunday. Trump's Middle East envoy, Steve Witkoff, warned last week during a visit to the region that it would "not be a pretty day" …

Trump's 'all hell to pay' warning 'pressured' Hamas to concede to Israeli demands: Report
4 weeks ago

Trump's 'all hell to pay' warning 'pressured' Hamas to concede to Israeli demands: Report

Firstpost  

The Wall Street Journal reported that Hamas has agreed to Israeli presence in Gaza after a ceasefire comes into motion. Arab mediators told the news outlet that Hamas, for the first time, has handed over a list of hostages it would release in the first phase of a new deal A senior US official has said that President-elect Donald Trump’s …

US National Security Adviser Sullivan signals possible breakthrough in Gaza hostage and ceasefire negotiations
4 weeks, 1 day ago

US National Security Adviser Sullivan signals possible breakthrough in Gaza hostage and ceasefire negotiations

Firstpost  

US National Security Adviser Jake Sullivan on Thursday said that a deal on a Gaza ceasefire and hostage release may be imminent as Israel had signalled it was ready and there were signs of movement from Hamas US National Security Advisor Jake Sullivan looks on during a press conference in Tel Aviv, Israel, on Thursday. Reuters US National Security Adviser …

Biden administration makes final diplomatic push for stability across a turbulent Mideast
4 weeks, 1 day 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 …

Katz updates Austin on Gaza hostage negotiations, says 'now a chance' for breakthrough
4 weeks, 2 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 …

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

Israel President dials Elon Musk for help to resolve Hamas hostage crisis
1 month ago

Israel President dials Elon Musk for help to resolve Hamas hostage crisis

Hindustan Times  

Israel has reportedly reached out to tech mogul Elon Musk in a bid to revive negotiations for the release of hostages held by Hamas, according to US media outlets. Israel President Isaac Herzog contacted Musk earlier this week, asking for his assistance in persuading Donald Trump to pursue a potential deal. According to CNN, Herzog’s request was part of Israel’s …

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

Israel concedes air strikes in southern Gaza may have prompted Hamas to kill six Israeli hostages
1 month ago

Israel concedes air strikes in southern Gaza may have prompted Hamas to kill six Israeli hostages

ABC  

Israel says it believes six hostages were likely executed by Hamas in southern Gaza in February because the Israeli military was hitting the area they were being held captive with air strikes. Hostage families say Israelis in Gaza face constant risks Advocates for hostages and their families said the report emphasised the risk ongoing military action in Gaza presents to …

Hamas threatens to 'neutralize' hostages if Israel launches rescue op, claims intelligence of planned action
1 month 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
1 month, 1 week 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 …

Trump warns there’ll be ‘ALL HELL TO PAY’ if Israeli hostages aren’t released before he takes office
1 month, 1 week ago

Trump warns there’ll be ‘ALL HELL TO PAY’ if Israeli hostages aren’t released before he takes office

The Independent  

Sign up for the daily Inside Washington email for exclusive US coverage and analysis sent to your inbox Get our free Inside Washington email Get our free Inside Washington email SIGN UP I would like to be emailed about offers, events and updates from The Independent. Read our privacy policy President-elect Donald Trump is demanding the immediate release of Israeli …

Donald Trump warns ‘there will be all hell to pay’ if Hamas hostages aren't released before he assumes office
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1 month, 1 week 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 …

Donald Trump's warning to Hamas on Israeli hostages in Gaza: ‘Hell to pay’
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1 month, 1 week ago

Donald Trump's warning to Hamas on Israeli hostages in Gaza: ‘Hell to pay’

Hindustan Times  

Donald Trump has issued a warning to Hamas over the immediate release of Israeli hostages still being held in Gaza. It was not immediately clear whether Donald Trump was threatening to directly involve the U.S. military in Israel’s ongoing campaign against Hamas in Gaza. While the Israeli Prime Minister Benjamin Netanyahu’s office declined comment on the statement, president Isaac Herzog …

Trump promises 'hell to pay' if Gaza hostages not promptly released
1 month, 1 week 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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1 month, 1 week 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
1 month, 1 week 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 …

'ALL HELL TO PAY': Donald Trump's ultimatum to Hamas on hostage situation in Middle East
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1 month, 1 week 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 …

There'll be hell to pay in Middle East: Trump's deadline for Gaza hostage release
1 month, 1 week 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 …

Trump issues ultimatum to Hamas if the hostages aren't released
1 month, 1 week ago

Trump issues ultimatum to Hamas if the hostages aren't released

Daily Mail  

President-elect Donald Trump issued an extraordinary threat to Hamas, saying if hostages are not released by his inauguration there will be 'hell to pay' in the Middle East. Trump issued the stark threat on his Truth Social site, on a day the Israel Defense Force confirmed the death of American-Israeli hostage Omer Maxim, saying he died defending a kibbutz during …

Trump demands immediate release of Oct. 7 hostages, says otherwise there will be ‘HELL TO PAY’
1 month, 1 week 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, …

'All hell to pay!' Trump issues direct threat to Hamas over Israeli hostages
1 month, 1 week ago

'All hell to pay!' Trump issues direct threat to Hamas over Israeli hostages

Raw Story  

Donald Trump warned there would be "all hell to pay" in the Middle East once he's inaugurated. "Everybody is talking about the hostages who are being held so violently, inhumanely, and against the will of the entire World, in the Middle East - But it’s all talk, and no action!" "Please let this TRUTH serve to represent that if the …

Hamas hostage Omer Maxim Neutra has been dead for over a year, IDF confirms
1 month, 1 week 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 …

Trump says ‘hell to pay’ if captives in Gaza not released
1 month, 1 week ago

Trump says ‘hell to pay’ if captives in Gaza not released

Al Jazeera  

Threat of escalation comes amid reports Trump seeking Israel-Hamas ceasefire before he takes office in January. United States President-elect Donald Trump has promised “there will be hell to pay” if captives held in Gaza during Israel’s ongoing war are not released by the time he takes office on January 20. In a post on Truth Social, Trump decried “all talk, …

Trump demands immediate release of Oct. 7 hostages, says otherwise there will be ‘HELL TO PAY’
1 month, 1 week ago

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

LA Times  

President-elect Donald Trump is demanding the immediate release of the Israeli hostages still being held in Gaza, saying that if they are not freed before he is sworn into office there will be “HELL TO PAY.” “Please let this TRUTH serve to represent that if the hostages are not released prior to January 20, 2025, the date that I proudly …

White House reacts as Hamas releases chilling video of US-Israeli hostage urging Trump to ‘not make mistake Biden…’
1 month, 1 week ago

White House reacts as Hamas releases chilling video of US-Israeli hostage urging Trump to ‘not make mistake Biden…’

Hindustan Times  

White House reacted to a chilling video released by Hamas on Saturday, where an Israeli-American hostage described the atrocities of being held captive for over 420 days. In over a 3-minute longer video, which was uploaded to Telegram, Hamas issued a stern message for US President-elect Donald Trump and Israeli Prime Minister Benjamin Netanyahu. Hamas video has a message for …

White House says 'not there yet' on Gaza ceasefire and hostage deal
1 month, 1 week ago

White House says 'not there yet' on Gaza ceasefire and hostage deal

New Indian Express  

WASHINGTON: The White House is working on a ceasefire and hostage release deal in Gaza but is "not there yet," the US National Security Advisor told NBC on Sunday, with fighting in the conflict raging on as regional leaders meet to discuss the crisis. Addressing that conflict, Sullivan lauded the ceasefire deal and said the US was working with Lebanon's …

Hamas releases hostage video as UNRWA halts aid deliveries to Gaza citing looting
1 month, 1 week ago

Hamas releases hostage video as UNRWA halts aid deliveries to Gaza citing looting

ABC  

Palestinian militant group Hamas has released a video of an Israeli-American hostage on Saturday, in which he pleads for US President-elect Donald Trump to secure his release. "My dear, beloved Edan, we miss you painfully," she said before she called on Israel's leaders to end the war in Gaza and make a deal with Hamas to release the hostages. Israeli …

Hamas releases video of US-Israeli hostage pleading for Donald Trump's help
1 month, 1 week ago

Hamas releases video of US-Israeli hostage pleading for Donald Trump's help

Hindustan Times  

Palestinian militant group Hamas published a video of an Israeli-American hostage on Saturday, in which he pleads for U.S. 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 …

Trump wants to seal Israel-Gaza ceasefire before he takes office, key Senate ally says
1 month, 1 week ago

Trump wants to seal Israel-Gaza ceasefire before he takes office, key Senate ally says

The Independent  

Sign up for the daily Inside Washington email for exclusive US coverage and analysis sent to your inbox Get our free Inside Washington email Get our free Inside Washington email SIGN UP I would like to be emailed about offers, events and updates from The Independent. Graham says Trump “wants a deal to free the hostages and end the war …

Hamas releases fresh video of Israeli hostage pleading for Trump's help in Gaza
1 month, 1 week 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 …

Edan Alexander: Mother of Israeli-American hostage ‘shaken’ by Hamas video of her son begging Netanyahu and Trump for deal
1 month, 1 week 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 …

Israel investigating after Hamas releases photos purportedly showing body of female hostage
1 month, 2 weeks 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. …

The family of Israeli-American hostage pleads with Biden and Trump to bring hostages home
1 month, 3 weeks ago

The family of Israeli-American hostage pleads with Biden and Trump to bring hostages home

Associated Press  

TEL AVIV, Israel — Over the past two weeks, the political landscape around the negotiations for a cease-fire in Gaza have undergone a dramatic transformation. “I think maybe there is new hope,” said Varda Ben Baruch, the grandmother of Israeli-American hostage Edan Alexander, 20, a soldier kidnapped from his base on the Gaza border during the Hamas attack on Oct. …

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