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"To see them come home is heartwarming": Israel Consul to South India Orli
Updated : 1 year, 1 month ago IST
The first phase of the ceasefire deal between Israel and Hamas has led to the return of three Israeli hostages after 471 days in Gaza. Israel views this as a step toward securing the release of all hostages, while hoping for an end to Hamas' control in Gaza.
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US President Biden welcomes release of three Israeli hostages under Gaza c
Updated : 1 year, 1 month ago IST
US President Joe Biden announced the release of three Israeli hostages as part of the first phase of the Gaza ceasefire agreement between Hamas and Israel. The deal, initiated in May, also includes provisions for humanitarian aid to Gaza and outlines steps for future negotiations
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Israeli envoy thanks India's "overwhelming support" after Israel-Hamas cea
Updated : 1 year, 1 month ago IST
Highligthing the regional security dynamics, he stressed on the need to stop Iran's "quest" for nuclear weapons. Ambassador Azar also warned that "peace won't prevail" if Hamas is allowed to rearm and regroup.
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IDF prepares for return of hostages as ceasefire agreement with Hamas set
Updated : 1 year, 1 month ago IST
Earlier on Friday, the Israeli security cabinet approved the hostage release-ceasefire deal with Hamas and recommended the government to adopt it, the Israeli Prime Minister's Office said. The government later approved the deal by a vote of 24-8 during the early hours on Saturday.
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Israel government approves ceasefire-hostage deal with Hamas
Updated : 1 year, 1 month ago IST
The Israeli government has approved the ceasefire and hostage release deal with Hamas, according to a report by Times of Israel. In a vote of 24-8, the cabinet approved the deal, which is set to take effect on Sunday. The deal was approved in the early hours of Saturday.
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Nepal welcomes Gaza ceasefire deal, urges release of its student held host
Updated : 1 year, 1 month ago IST
The Ministry also reiterated its call for the release of Nepali student Bipin Joshi from Hamas captivity. Joshi, an agriculture student from Nepal, was abducted by Hamas on October 7, 2023, while he was in Israel under the "learn and earn scheme."
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Israeli security cabinet approves ceasefire deal with Hamas
Updated : 1 year, 1 month ago IST
The full cabinet is expected to approve it by a large majority, following a meeting that extended into Shabbat. The full cabinet is expected to vote by a large majority to approve the deal, which was signed overnight in Qatar and is set to take effect on Sunday.
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Knesset opposition leader promises Netanyahu his support for hostage relea
Updated : 1 year, 1 month ago IST
Leader of the opposition in the Knesset Yair Lapid responded to the threat made by a coalition party to quit the government should it approve the proposed deal for the release of Israelis held hostage in Gaza by promising to support the government in this matter.
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Israel-Hamas ceasefire deal likely to take effect from January 19
Updated : 1 year, 1 month ago IST
Qatar, Egypt, and the United States in a joint statement on Wednesday confirmed that Israel and Hamas have reached a ceasefire and hostage release deal.
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Israeli lawmakers split on ceasefire deal, hostage release terms
Updated : 1 year, 1 month ago IST
Knesset members were divided over an emerging ceasefire and hostage agreement with Hamas on Tuesday. Supporters insisted it was necessary to bring the captives home as soon as possible while critics said the deal threatened Israeli security.
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Qatar talks show 'high likelihood' of hostage release, ceasefire
Updated : 1 year, 1 month ago IST
Talks in Qatar aimed at reaching a ceasefire and hostage release agreement between Israel and Hamas are progressing with an Arab source telling The Press Service of Israel on Tuesday there is a "high likelihood of success."
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US President Biden to host UK PM Starmer next week; Ukraine, Gaza to featu
Updated : 1 year, 6 months ago IST
Discussions between the leaders will include continuing robust support to Ukraine in its defence against "Russian aggression" and securing a hostage release and a ceasefire deal to end the war in Gaza.
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