Progress was made by international mediators on Wednesday to extend the Gaza truce, with encouraging signs that Hamas militants are releasing hostages and further relief from Israel’s offensive. The cease-fire is set to end soon unless extended. Israel has seen progress with the release of hostages and is willing to maintain the truce if Hamas …
The latest exchange between Hamas and Israel took place Tuesday, with a cease-fire extension looming on the horizon. Ten Israeli hostages and two Thais were returned to Israeli territory after being held by Hamas. Additionally, 30 Palestinian prisoners were released by Israel. This recent cease-fire could potentially allow for more aid into Gaza, where the …
Byn administration, which helped broker the deal allowing the deliveries, has pledged $100 million in humanitarian assistance to Palestinians amid the crisis triggered by the Israel-Hamas war. More could be released in response to a hostage-release deal announced last week. The government of the United States has acknowledged the challenges of ensuring that the aid …
Abigail Mor Edan, the youngest U.S. citizen held by Hamas, was among the hostages released back to Israel on Sunday, both President Biden and the Israeli military confirmed. Abigail, who turned 4 years old last week while in captivity, was kidnapped during the Oct. 7 attacks on Israel and held captive in Gaza. She was …
Second Group of 17 hostages Freed by Hamas A second group of 17 hostages that had been held captive in Gaza by Hamas militants since October 7 was freed late Saturday night. This release came after an afternoon of delays as part of a short-term cease-fire agreement brokered by the U.S., Qatar, and Egypt. This …
Israeli-Irish 9-year-old Emily Hand was initially believed to have been killed by Hamas but was among the 17 hostages freed from Gaza on Saturday, according to a statement from Israeli Prime Minister Benjamin Netanyahu’s office. Hand was released in the second batch of hostages, which included 13 Israelis and four Thai Nationals, following an initial …
Hamas reportedly confirmed to CBS News that they will soon release a second group of hostages after an hours-long delay on Saturday. According to Qatari and Egyptian mediators, the militant group agreed to free 13 Israelis and seven foreigners in exchange for 39 Palestinians held by Israel. Adrienne Watson, a spokesperson with the National Security …
GAZA STRIP, KHAN YOUNIS (AP) — On the second day of a much-needed cease-fire after seven weeks of war, Hamas was making arrangements to release over a dozen hostages. They will be exchanged for several dozen Palestinian prisoners held by Israel, marking the first major steps toward peace. This truce allowed vital humanitarian aid to …
GAZA CITY (TND) — Following an announcement from Israel’s military, it was revealed on Friday that an extensive network of tunnels used by Hamas terrorists had been completely eliminated. “The [Israeli Defense Force](IDF) has completed its operational preparations according to the defensive positions of the pause,” the IDF stated via X. “Earlier this morning, our …
Qatar’s brokered agreement has initiated a four-day cease-fire in the Israel-Hamas war on Gaza. This deal entails potent ships delivering supplies and fuel into Gaza – albeit it won’t fulfill the needs of 2.3 million Palestinians in Gaza that have suffered weeks of Israeli attacks according to aid groups. Additional releases of hostages and prisoners …