Gaza conflict
Israeli Military Confirms One Body Returned by Hamas Not a Hostage Amid Fragile Ceasefire
Oct 15, 2025 07:20 pm CST
The Israeli military has announced that one of four bodies transferred by Hamas doesn't match any hostage, creating new tensions in the ceasefire agreement. While Israel released 2,000 Palestinian prisoners, complications continue over the return of hostage remains, with both sides accusing each other of violations as humanitarian aid deliveries resume after a brief pause.
Gaza's Powerful Clans Challenge Hamas Control Following Extended Conflict and Ceasefire
Oct 15, 2025 01:16 am CST
As the Gaza ceasefire takes hold, Hamas faces increasing resistance from powerful local clans including the Abu Shabab, Doghmosh, Al-Majayda, and Hellis families. These long-established clan networks with their own armed contingents have emerged as significant challengers to Hamas authority, prompting a violent crackdown as the group attempts to reassert control over the devastated territory.
Gaza Ceasefire Holds as Questions Remain About Hostages and Long-Term Peace Plan
Oct 15, 2025 01:02 am CST
The Israel-Hamas ceasefire continues despite unresolved issues, including the return of 24 deceased hostages still in Gaza. Following the exchange of 20 living hostages and hundreds of Palestinian prisoners, officials address immediate concerns while facing long-term challenges of Gaza's $70 billion reconstruction effort and the path to sustainable peace in the region.
Tragic Fate of Bipin Joshi: Nepalese Student Captured in Hamas Attack Confirmed Dead After Months in Captivity
Oct 14, 2025 02:55 pm CST
Bipin Joshi, a 23-year-old Nepalese agriculture student who traveled to Israel for the "Learn and Earn" program, has been confirmed dead while in Hamas captivity. Captured during the October 7, 2023 attack just 25 days after arriving in Israel, Joshi reportedly helped others escape before being taken hostage. His remains will be returned to Israeli authorities alongside three other deceased captives, according to an announcement by Hamas' Al-Qassam Brigades.
Pakistan PM Shehbaz Sharif Endorses Trump's Role in Preventing India-Pakistan War and Brokering Israel-Hamas Peace Deal
Oct 14, 2025 02:21 pm CST
Pakistan Prime Minister Shehbaz Sharif has publicly supported US President Donald Trump's claims of preventing an India-Pakistan conflict while praising his role in brokering the Israel-Hamas ceasefire. During an international gathering in Egypt, Sharif nominated Trump for the Nobel Peace Prize and credited him for averting potential nuclear escalation between the two South Asian nations, despite India maintaining that hostilities ceased through direct military communications.
Nepalese Hindu Student Bipin Joshi Confirmed Dead After Being Held Hostage By Hamas For Two Years
Oct 14, 2025 11:53 am CST
The body of Bipin Joshi, a Nepalese Hindu student who was taken hostage during Hamas' attack on Israel in October 2023, has been returned to Israeli authorities as part of a broader peace deal. Joshi, who was in Israel for an agricultural study program, heroically saved lives before his capture and would have turned 25 this October. His tragic fate serves as a reminder of the human cost of the Middle East conflict despite ongoing peace negotiations.
Hamas Welcomes Trump's Gaza War End Statement, Urges Monitoring of Israeli Actions
Oct 13, 2025 11:15 pm CST
Hamas has welcomed US President Trump's declaration on ending the Gaza conflict and called on international mediators to ensure Israel adheres to the ceasefire agreement. Spokesman Hazem Qassem urged continued monitoring of Israeli actions to prevent renewed aggression against Palestinians in Gaza.
India's Diplomatic Choice: Shashi Tharoor Questions PM Modi's Absence at Critical Egypt Peace Summit
Oct 13, 2025 10:55 pm CST
Congress MP Shashi Tharoor has questioned India's decision to send junior minister Kirti Vardhan Singh instead of Prime Minister Modi to the Egypt Peace Summit on Gaza, where 20 world leaders are gathering. Tharoor's remarks come amid speculation about his relationship with the Congress party following recent positive comments about PM Modi's leadership, though he maintains his loyalty to Congress while denying any intention to join the BJP.
Pakistan's Strategic Maneuvering: Using Gaza Protests to Avoid Israel Recognition Commitments
Oct 13, 2025 06:20 pm CST
Pakistan's military establishment has orchestrated protests through Tehreek e Labbaik Pakistan (TLP) to create internal instability, providing an excuse to back away from commitments to recognize Israel under the Abraham Accords. This calculated strategy risks undermining Pakistan's potential leadership role in West Asia being offered by President Trump, as the region moves toward resolving the Palestinian conflict despite Pakistan's street demonstrations.
Tel Aviv Beach Displays Giant "Thank You" Sign as Trump Arrives for Historic Israel-Hamas Peace Deal
Oct 13, 2025 03:19 pm CST
A massive thank you sign greeted President Trump on Tel Aviv's beach as he arrived in Israel to celebrate a landmark peace deal between Israel and Hamas. The agreement aims to secure the release of 48 hostages and end the Gaza conflict, while also addressing humanitarian aid access and prisoner exchanges, marking a significant diplomatic achievement in the region.