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Hamas Hands Over Second Batch of Hostages to Red Cross

Hamas has handed over a second group of 13 hostages to the International Committee of the Red Cross (ICRC) in Gaza. This transfer, confirmed on Monday, is believed to include the last remaining living hostages held by the group. This follows the earlier release of seven Israeli hostages, which included one soldier and six civilians. The exchanges are part of a major ceasefire deal mediated by Egypt and Qatar, with the ICRC acting as the neutral intermediary. In return, Israel is set to release approximately 2,000 Palestinian detainees and prisoners. A separate handover of the bodies of deceased hostages is also expected to take place.

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Hamas Hands Over 7 Israeli Hostages to Red Cross as Trump Heads to Gaza Peace Summit

Hamas has handed over seven surviving Israeli hostages to the International Committee of the Red Cross (ICRC), marking the first stage of a major hostage-prisoner exchange under a newly brokered Gaza ceasefire deal. The Israeli military confirmed that a Red Cross convoy had entered northern Gaza on Monday to collect the hostages, in line with the terms of the agreement. The deal, mediated by the United States, Egypt, and Qatar, aims to bring an end to the devastating conflict that erupted following Hamas’s October 7, 2023 attack on Israel. Under the initial phase of the agreement, Hamas will release 47 Israeli hostages — both living and deceased — in exchange for 250 Palestinian prisoners and 1,700 Gazans detained by Israel since the war began. The group is also expected to return the remains of an Israeli soldier killed during the […]

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No Alternative to Trump’s Peace Initiative, Says Palestinian Ambassador Hammouri

The Ambassador of Palestine to Nigeria, Muhannad Hammouri, has declared that there is no alternative to the United States–brokered peace deal between Israel and Hamas, describing the initiative as the only viable path to end the two-year conflict in Gaza. Speaking in an interview with The PUNCH, Hammouri said the peace agreement—initiated by US President Donald Trump—offers the best chance to stop the bloodshed and restore stability in the region. “The peace deal announced by President Trump between Israel and Hamas marked a significant development in the two-year-old conflict,” Hammouri said. “It includes a prisoner-hostage swap and a partial withdrawal of Israeli forces from Gaza.” The deal, known as the Trump Initiative, outlines a 20-point framework featuring a complete ceasefire, the release of Israeli hostages in exchange for Palestinian prisoners, and the phased withdrawal of Israeli troops from Gaza. According […]

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Israel-Hamas Ceasefire Takes Effect in Gaza

A ceasefire between Israel and Hamas has officially taken effect in the Gaza Strip as of 12:00 local time (0900 GMT) on Friday. The Israeli military confirmed the truce, stating that its troops have begun repositioning along newly defined deployment lines. This move is in preparation for the implementation of the ceasefire agreement and the subsequent release of hostages. The deal, brokered through US-led negotiations, marks a significant step toward ending the nearly two-year-long conflict. The agreement includes a hostage and prisoner swap and is expected to allow a major influx of humanitarian aid into Gaza.

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 Key Points of the New Israel-Hamas Gaza Ceasefire Deal

Israel and Hamas have agreed to a ceasefire deal following indirect talks in Egypt. Here are the key points of the agreement: Hostage and Prisoner Swap: Hamas will release 20 living hostages in the first phase. Israel will release nearly 2,000 Palestinian prisoners, including 250 serving life sentences. Humanitarian Aid and Troop Withdrawal: A minimum of 400 aid trucks will enter Gaza daily. Displaced persons can return to northern Gaza. The deal includes a "scheduled withdrawal" of Israeli troops. What Happens Next?The deal is pending formal approval by the Israeli cabinet. If approved, a 72-hour countdown for the first phase will begin. Negotiations for the second phase of the ceasefire are set to start immediately after. The agreement is based on a US-backed peace plan, but key long-term issues, like the future governance of Gaza and Hamas's disarmament, remain unresolved.

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Israel, Hamas Begin Indirect Gaza Ceasefire Talks in Egypt

Indirect talks between Israel and Hamas have begun in Egypt, with mediators shuttling between the two delegations in an effort to end the nearly two-year war in Gaza. The negotiations come as US President Donald Trump urges all parties to "move fast." The Hamas delegation is led by Khalil al-Hayya, who survived an Israeli assassination attempt in Qatar last month. A Palestinian source close to the talks warned that the negotiations are expected to be "difficult and complex." The talks commenced on the eve of the second anniversary of the October 7th Hamas attack that sparked the conflict. While diplomacy continues, Israeli attacks on Gaza have persisted, with at least 10 Palestinians reported killed since dawn. The overall death toll in Gaza since October 2023 has reached at least 67,160, according to local health authorities.

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Qatar Says Israel Should Have Already Ceased Fire

Qatar has stated that Israel should have already implemented a ceasefire in Gaza, in line with the US-backed peace plan proposed by President Donald Trump. A spokesperson for Qatar's foreign ministry, Majed al-Ansari, said on Tuesday that the question of a ceasefire should be directed at Israel. He suggested that if Israeli Prime Minister Benjamin Netanyahu's commitment to the Trump plan was genuine, a cessation of hostilities should have already happened. The comments come as Hamas and Israel engage in indirect talks in Egypt this week regarding the 20-point proposal. Last Friday, President Trump himself called for Israel to "immediately stop the bombing" to facilitate a safe hostage release. While cautious about the ongoing negotiations, the Qatari official confirmed that his country would continue to host Hamas's political bureau as long as it remains a necessary channel for communication and […]

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Hamas Calls for Swift Prisoner Swap as Gaza Truce Talks Begin

As crucial ceasefire talks begin in Egypt, Hamas has called for a swift start to a hostage-prisoner exchange with Israel. The push follows the group's positive response to a US-backed peace plan proposed by President Donald Trump. A senior Hamas official stated the group is "very keen to reach an agreement to end the war and immediately begin the prisoner exchange process." The proposed deal would see 47 hostages held in Gaza released in return for 250 Palestinian prisoners serving life sentences and over 1,700 detainees arrested during the war. Ahead of the talks in Sharm El-Sheikh, US Secretary of State Marco Rubio urged Israel to stop its bombing campaign, noting that "you can’t release hostages in the middle of strikes." The White House has sent envoys to Egypt to support the negotiations, which all parties hope can end the […]

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 Israel, Hamas Set for Ceasefire Talks in Egypt Amid US Push

Delegations from Israel, Hamas, and the United States are set to begin ceasefire talks in Egypt on Monday, with President Donald Trump urging all sides to "move fast." The negotiations will focus on a temporary truce and the first phase of a US-backed peace plan. This initial stage involves the release of 47 hostages held by Hamas in exchange for hundreds of Palestinian prisoners in Israeli jails. Ahead of the talks, US Secretary of State Marco Rubio stated that Israel would have to stop its bombing campaign for a hostage release to be possible. President Trump expressed optimism, praising "positive discussions" and indicating the first phase could be completed within the week. While Israeli Prime Minister Benjamin Netanyahu hopes for a quick resolution, his military chief warned that if talks fail, the military will "return to fighting." The conflict, now […]

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Trump Tells Israel to Stop Bombing Gaza, Says Hamas Ready for Peace

In a significant shift, US President Donald Trump has called on Israel to "immediately stop the bombing of Gaza," stating he believes Hamas is ready for a "lasting peace." The statement, posted on his Truth Social platform, marks the first time Trump has explicitly told key ally Israel to halt its military campaign. He stated the cessation of bombing is necessary to safely and quickly free the hostages held by Hamas. Trump shared a Hamas declaration on his social media and posted a video from the Oval Office, calling it a "very special day, maybe unprecedented." He thanked mediating countries like Qatar and Egypt for their efforts. The announcement appears to have surprised the Israeli government. Reports indicate that Israeli Prime Minister Benjamin Netanyahu views Hamas's statement as insufficient and not fully aligned with the US peace plan. A senior […]

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