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Hamas to Begin Releasing Israeli Hostages as Trump's Middle East Peace Summit Approaches
Oct 12, 2025 11:45 am CST
Hamas has confirmed it will begin releasing Israeli hostages on Monday morning as part of a negotiated agreement, ahead of an international peace summit chaired by US President Trump in Egypt. The deal includes the exchange of nearly 2,000 Palestinian prisoners and addresses the ongoing Gaza conflict that has claimed over 67,000 lives according to UN-verified figures.
Gaza Ceasefire Takes Effect: Palestinians Return Home as Israel and Hamas Implement Trump-Brokered Deal
Oct 10, 2025 08:19 pm CST
After two years of devastating conflict, Israel and Hamas have implemented a ceasefire agreement brokered by President Trump. The deal includes the release of all remaining hostages, withdrawal of Israeli troops, and the return of thousands of displaced Palestinians to their homes in northern Gaza. The agreement also establishes humanitarian corridors allowing 600 aid trucks daily and reopening of border crossings, though questions remain about Gaza's future governance and Hamas's disarmament.
Palestine Envoy Urges India to Lead Gaza Reconstruction Efforts: "If Not India, Who?"
Oct 10, 2025 06:26 pm CST
Palestine's Ambassador to India Abdullah Abu Shawesh appeals to New Delhi to leverage its unique diplomatic position and relationship with Israel to end Gaza's humanitarian crisis and lead reconstruction efforts. The envoy highlights India's moral authority as a champion of the Global South while providing a detailed account of the civilian suffering in Gaza and calling for a sustainable two-state solution that ensures security for Palestinians.
Trump's Gaza Peace Plan: Ceasefire, Hostage Release, and Humanitarian Aid Framework Agreed by Israel and Hamas
Oct 10, 2025 04:51 pm CST
Israel and Hamas have formally accepted President Donald Trump's "Comprehensive End of Gaza War" peace plan, establishing a framework for immediate ceasefire, phased withdrawal of Israeli forces, release of all hostages, and full-scale humanitarian aid access to Gaza under international supervision.
PM Modi Congratulates Trump and Netanyahu on Historic Gaza Peace Plan While Advancing India-US Trade Negotiations
Oct 10, 2025 01:11 am CST
Prime Minister Narendra Modi has congratulated US President Donald Trump and Israeli PM Benjamin Netanyahu on the successful Gaza peace plan, which includes a ceasefire agreement and hostage release. In his conversation with Trump, Modi also discussed progressing India-US trade negotiations, with both leaders agreeing to maintain close communication in the coming weeks as the bilateral trade relationship continues to strengthen.
Child Amputees from Gaza and Lebanon Find Friendship After Israeli Airstrikes Left Them Orphaned
Oct 09, 2025 03:58 pm CST
Two young amputee survivors of Israeli airstrikes - 6-year-old Omar from Gaza and 2-year-old Ali from Lebanon - have formed an unlikely friendship in Beirut after both lost their families and limbs. Now living together through the Ghassan Abu Sittah Children's Fund, they represent just two of the over 21,000 Palestinian children disabled by ongoing military operations in the region.
Trump Announces Gaza Ceasefire: All Hostages Set for Monday Release in Historic Middle East Peace Deal
Oct 09, 2025 11:54 am CST
US President Donald Trump has announced a breakthrough ceasefire between Israel and Hamas, with all Gaza hostages expected to be released on Monday. The 20-point peace plan includes Israeli troop withdrawal and promises reconstruction efforts in Gaza, potentially marking a significant step toward broader Middle East peace with implications for regional dynamics including Iran.
Breaking: Israel-Hamas Ceasefire Deal Includes Hostage Exchange and Troop Withdrawal
Oct 09, 2025 11:35 am CST
The first phase of a Gaza ceasefire agreement between Israel and Hamas has been brokered by the US, Qatar, Egypt, and Turkey. The deal includes the exchange of 20 Israeli hostages for 2,000 Palestinian prisoners, Israeli troop withdrawals, and the entry of 400 daily aid trucks into Gaza, with formal signing scheduled in Egypt. President Trump announced the agreement as a step toward "Strong, Durable, and Everlasting Peace."
Hamas Announces Peace Deal to End Gaza War, Calls on Trump to Ensure Israeli Compliance
Oct 09, 2025 07:57 am CST
Hamas has announced reaching a comprehensive agreement with Israel through Egyptian mediation that would end the Gaza war, facilitate Israeli withdrawal, allow humanitarian aid, and enable prisoner exchanges. The group has called on President Trump to ensure Israel fully implements the agreed terms without delay or evasion.
Israel Intercepts Gaza-Bound Humanitarian Flotilla in Mediterranean, Detains 145 International Activists
Oct 08, 2025 07:26 pm CST
Israeli forces intercepted a nine-vessel flotilla attempting to break the Gaza naval blockade, detaining 145 international activists including doctors, politicians, and European lawmakers. The Freedom Flotilla Coalition was carrying humanitarian supplies amid growing international criticism of Israel's Gaza campaign. This follows last week's larger interception of 450 activists, including Greta Thunberg, which sparked international protests. Turkey condemned the action as "piracy" in international waters while Israel defended the blockade as legally necessary.