Hamas-Israel Ceasefire Nearing
A ceasefire deal between Hamas and Israel was nearing early Tuesday, ahead of the inauguration of Donald J. Trump as the 47th U.S. President, several officials confirm.
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Hamas Publishes Hostage Video As Biden Reveals Ceasefire Plan
Hamas, deemed a terrorist organization by Israel, has published a video featuring what is believed to be the voice of Gaza hostage Noa Argamani in captivity, Israeli sources confirmed Friday. It came as U.S. President Joe Biden unveiled an Israeli ceasefire plan in Gaza, but Hamas did not immediately react.
ICC Chief Pursues Arrest Warrants for Netanyahu and Hamas Leaders
The International Criminal Court (ICC) prosecutor’s office announced on Monday that it had requested arrest warrants for Israeli Prime Minister Benjamin Netanyahu, Israeli Defense Minister Yoav Gallant, and three Hamas leaders for alleged war crimes related to the Oct. 7 attacks on Israel and the subsequent war in Gaza.
Hamas Reviewing Israeli Ceasefire/Hostage Release Proposal
Hamas is understood to be considering a proposal by Israel for a cease-fire in the Gaza war triggered by the Islamic terror group’s massacre and kidnapping of Israelis on Oct. 7 last year, the Associated Press reports.
Netanyahu Vows Imminent ‘Painful Blows’ As Israel Enters Passover
Israeli Prime Minister Benjamin Netanyahu vowed that Hamas would experience “painful blows” as the Israel Defense Forces (IDF) gear up for a significant operation in Rafah, Hamas’ stronghold in southern Gaza. Netanyahu, referencing the Passover, called for the release of 133 hostages held by Hamas.
Israeli Airstrike in Gaza Killed Three Sons of Hamas Leader
An Israeli airstrike on Gaza resulted in the death of three sons of Hamas leader Ismail Haniyeh, according to a statement from the Hamas-affiliated news agency Shehab on Wednesday.
Iran, Syria Ordered To Pay $191 Million Over Hamas Killings In Israel
A U.S. court ordered Iran and Syria on Wednesday to pay $ 191 million over the 2018 Hamas killing of an American citizen living in Israel.
Israel Uncovers Largest Hamas Tunnel In Gaza, So Far
Israeli troops fighting against Hamas say they have uncovered the largest concrete and iron-girded tunnel so far to carry carloads of “terrorist fighters” from Gaza right up to the border.
Hamas Weaponized Rape of Israeli Women on Oct. 7, Advocates Say
Following weeks of silence by the United Nations concerning evidence that Hamas weaponized rape against Israeli women on Oct. 7, a special meeting was convened at the UN on Monday to raise awareness of the issue, the Times of Israel (TOI) reports. Monday’s meeting was organized by Israel’s Permanent Mission to the United Nations, the World Zionist Organization, and the National Council of Jewish Women.
Israel Destroys Hundreds Of Terror Sites As Truce Collapses
The Jewish sabbath was marred by bloodshed after a week-old truce between Israel and Hamas collapsed, with the Israeli army saying they struck over 400 “terror targets” in the Gaza Strip, including a controversial mosque.
Hamas To Release Additional Hostages
Hamas said Thursday that 10 more Israeli hostages would be released from the Gaza Strip late Thursday, two of them also holding Russian citizenship, as part of a one-day truce extension.
Sunday’s Hostage Release Frees 17 Individuals, Including 14 Israelis and 3 Foreign Nationals
Fourteen Israeli citizens who were taken hostage in Gaza were released by the Palestinian terror group Hamas and brought back into Israel by the Israel Defense Force (IDF) as confirmed by Israel on Sunday evening. Additionally, three Thai citizens were also released through the Rafah crossing on Sunday night.
Hamas Using Hostage Exchange Deals to Employ “Psychological Warfare” in Separating Families
In the recent hostage releases by Hamas, despite the explicit stipulation in the details of the release deal that families cannot be separated, several families have been split up in the first two batches. This action by Hamas is seen as a form of “psychological warfare” and a violation of the ceasefire agreement.
17 Hostages Freed By Hamas On Way To Israel
The Israel Defense Forces said Saturday that Hamas released 17 hostages, including 13 Israelis and 4 Thai citizens.
Israel’s Hostage Deal Back On Track As Aid Dispute Is Resolved
A Gaza hostage release deal was back on track Saturday night after a row with Hamas over aid supplies to the north of the Palestinian enclave was resolved following mediation by Qatar and Egypt, several sources confirmed.
German Forces Raid Hamas Properties
German authorities said Thursday that hundreds of police officers searched the properties of Hamas members and followers amid a broader crackdown on anti-Israel terror groups.
Iron Beam Used for First Time Successfully in War
Israel achieved a historic milestone by deploying its “Iron Beam” laser defense system for the first time in operational use during the conflict with Hamas, according to Israeli Channel 14 on Monday.
Hezbollah to Join Ceasefire Despite Not Being Part of the Deal
According to a Hezbollah source cited by Al Jazeera, Hezbollah will participate in the upcoming four-day ceasefire starting tomorrow, even though it was not part of the Israel-Hamas negotiation. The hostage deal made with Hamas may lead to the release of up to 50 hostages over the next four days.
Israel’s Government Agrees On Hostage Deal; First Group To Be Freed Thursday
Israel’s government has agreed on a controversial deal with Hamas that would ensure the release of more than 50 hostages, mostly women and children, within four days in exchange for a pause in the fighting and the release of Palestinian prisoners.
Iran Reluctant To Join Israel-Hamas War
Iran’s supreme leader has reportedly told the leader of Hamas that his nation won’t enter the Israel-Hamas war amid fears the armed conflict will spread throughout the Middle East.