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Israel opts out of Cairo talks on Gaza ceasefire, hostage release
Updated : 2 years ago IST
The decision stems from Hamas's failure to respond to two key demands presented by Israel.
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Paris truce talks come to "understanding" on potential Hamas hostage deal;
Updated : 2 years, 1 month ago IST
United States National Security Advisor Jake Sullivan highlighted that the negotiators have come to an "understanding" on the basic contours of a hostage deal to release hostages held by the Hamas terror group in exchange for a temporary ceasefire in Gaza, as reported by CNN.
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Israel confirms captive soldier killed in Gaza
Updated : 2 years, 1 month ago IST
The Israel Defense Forces confirmed on Sunday that 19-year-old Sgt. Oz Daniel, who was captured by Hamas and taken to Gaza on October 7, was killed in captivity.
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Tunnel used by senior Hamas figures, hostages found in Khan Yunis
Updated : 2 years, 1 month ago IST
The tunnel, over one kilometer in length, was located in a civilian area of Khan Yunis, Gaza's second-largest city, the IDF said.
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Hamas appears to reject new hostage deal offer, insists on full pullout of
Updated : 2 years, 1 month ago IST
Hamas, along with the Popular Front for the Liberation of Palestine, issued a joint statement insisting that any agreement must include an end to the ongoing conflict and a complete withdrawal of Israeli troops from Gaza.
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CIA, Mossad, Qatar PM lead high-stakes talks in Paris on Gaza hostage rele
Updated : 2 years, 1 month ago IST
The closed-door talks involve key figures such as CIA Chief William Burns, Mossad Chief David Barnea, Shin Bet Chief Ronen Bar, Qatari Prime Minister Mohammed Al-Thani, and the head of Egyptian Intelligence Services Abbas Kamel.
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"United States and our partners have not given up": Joe Biden marks 100 da
Updated : 2 years, 2 months ago IST
US Secretary of State Antony Blinken also released a statement on Sunday saying US officials were working "around the clock" to secure the release of every hostage.
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Israel offers Hamas week-long ceasefire as part of new hostage deal
Updated : 2 years, 3 months ago IST
The hostages, including women, the elderly, and those in urgent need, would be part of the deal presented to Hamas through Qatari mediators.
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"India has zero-tolerance approach to terrorism": Ruchira Kamboj reaffirms
Updated : 2 years, 3 months ago IST
On the occasion of the International Day of Solidarity with the Palestinian People, India's permanent representative to the United Nations, Ruchira Kamboj reaffirmed India's long-standing relationship with the Palestinian people and its support for a negotiated two-state solution, adding,
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Hamas releases 12 more hostages on first day of extended truce deal
Updated : 2 years, 3 months ago IST
Hamas on Tuesday released 12 more hostages including two foreign nationals on the first day of the extended truce between Israel and Hamas.
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CIA Director, Mossad chief in secret talks to expand Israel-Hamas hostage
Updated : 2 years, 3 months ago IST
CIA Director Burns, valued by President Biden for his extensive Middle East contacts, plays a central role in the hostage crisis, given Israel's reliance on Mossad Chief David Barnea.
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Israel approves list of 50 women prisoners to be released for extended tru
Updated : 2 years, 3 months ago IST
The Israeli government has approved the inclusion of 50 women prisoners in the list of prisoners eligible for release as part of an agreement to extend a temporary truce with Hamas in Gaza.
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