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Netanyahu Vows to Increase Pressure On Hamas Amid Ceasefire Talks

Israeli Prime Minister Benjamin Netanyahu vowed on Sunday to intensify military pressure on Hamas in Gaza while continuing efforts to secure the release of hostages and advance US President Donald Trump’s “voluntary emigration” plan, Reuters reported. Netanyahu’s comments came after Hamas announced it had agreed to a ceasefire proposal mediated...

Hamas Releases Three Israeli Hostages After 16 Months, Israel Frees Palestinian Prisoners In Truce Swap

In a significant development under the ongoing ceasefire agreement, Hamas released three Israeli men—Ohad Ben Ami, Or Levy, and Eli Sharabi—who had been held captive in the Gaza Strip for 16 months. The hostages, visibly emaciated and disoriented, were forced to address crowds during their handover in Deir al-Balah before...

Israel-Hamas Ceasefire: Gaza Cheers As First Hostages Released

The Gaza Strip saw a moment of relief on Sunday, January 19, 2025, as a ceasefire between Israel and Hamas took effect. This marked the beginning of a six-week pause in hostilities, raising hopes for peace and the release of hostages held in Gaza. However, delays and ongoing tensions highlighted...

Israel-Hamas Ceasefire: Hamas Hands Over 3 Israeli Hostages

After a delay of three hours, a much-anticipated ceasefire between Israel and Hamas was implemented on Sunday, following a dispute over the names of three female hostages Hamas had agreed to release. The ceasefire was initially scheduled to begin at 8:30 a.m. local time but was postponed until Hamas released...

Joe Biden Bids Adiu, Says ‘Thinking A Lot About Who We Are And Who We Should Be’

In a heartfelt farewell address delivered from the Oval Office on Wednesday night, U.S. President Joe Biden reflected on the essence of America and its aspirations for the future. As his presidency draws to a close, Biden spoke of his deep gratitude for the privilege of serving the nation for...