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"Israel committed to returning all of the hostages": Netanyahu after relea
Updated : 1 year, 2 months ago IST
Three women have been in captivity for 471 days since October 7, 2023, when Hamas militants attacked southern Israel killing over 1,200 people, mostly civilians, and abducting over 200 others.
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"They're home": Hamas returns three hostages to Israel in first phase of c
Updated : 1 year, 2 months ago IST
The three hostages --Romi Gnen, Emily Damari, and Doron Steinbrecher-- are set to be reunited with their families after 471 days of captivity in Gaza.
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"Looking to see Indian flag in Gaza...": Palestine envoy hopeful of India'
Updated : 1 year, 2 months ago IST
"We are looking to India to play an important role in sending humanitarian assistance to the people of Gaza...We are keen, we are interested...and we are looking to see the Indian flag in Gaza," Abu Jazer said.
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Israel PM Netanyahu thanks Trump for warning Hamas to release hostages
Updated : 1 year, 3 months ago IST
Israeli Prime Minister Benjamin Netanyahu expressed gratitude to US President-elect Donald Trump for his strong stance on securing the release of hostages held by Hamas. Trump's warning, posted on Truth Social, emphasised severe consequences for those responsible if the hostages are not r
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Thousands of anti-govt protesters rally across Israel, urge release of cap
Updated : 1 year, 6 months ago IST
Thousands of demonstrators against the Israeli government have assembled in the heart of Tel Aviv, demanding greater efforts to achieve the release of hostages held captive in Gaza, Al Jazeera reported.
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US President Biden urges Qatar to pressure Hamas into accepting cease-fire
Updated : 1 year, 9 months ago IST
Three days after US President Joe Biden announced Israel's proposal for a ceasefire with Hamas in Gaza, involving the release of hostages, the US President held a conversation with the Emir of Qatar on Tuesday and urged him to use all appropriate measures to secure Hamas' acceptance of th
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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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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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"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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