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Revealed: The Harrowing Captivity of Israeli Hostages in Gaza - Survivors Describe Cages, Starvation and Psychological Torture
Oct 20, 2025 02:02 am CST
Recently released Israeli hostages endured horrific conditions during their two-year captivity in Gaza, with families revealing they were kept in cramped cages, underground pits, and tunnels with minimal food. A US-brokered ceasefire has secured the release of all 20 surviving hostages, while Hamas disputes claims of mistreatment, stating captives were treated according to Islamic teachings.
Trump Calls for End to Ukraine War Following Productive Meeting with Zelensky at White House
Oct 18, 2025 10:14 am CST
President Donald Trump hosted Ukrainian President Volodymyr Zelensky at the White House, urging an end to the Russia-Ukraine conflict by suggesting both sides "stop where they are." After their extended discussions, Trump emphasized the need to halt bloodshed while Zelensky acknowledged the importance of achieving a ceasefire before negotiations. The meeting occurred shortly after Trump's conversation with Putin, highlighting his ongoing diplomatic efforts to resolve international tensions.
Hamas Refuses to Disarm While Maintaining Security Control in Gaza Despite Ceasefire Agreement
Oct 18, 2025 02:55 am CST
A senior Hamas official has revealed that the group intends to maintain security control in Gaza during the transitional period while being unable to commit to disarmament, creating significant obstacles to implementing President Trump's peace plan. Despite agreeing to release hostages and transfer civil governance to a technocratic committee, Hamas seeks a 3-5 year ceasefire to rebuild Gaza while pushing for Palestinian statehood guarantees, positions that conflict with Israeli demands for complete Hamas disarmament and removal.
Seven Pakistani Soldiers Killed in Suicide Attack Near Afghan Border Amid Fragile Pakistan-Afghanistan Truce
Oct 17, 2025 05:54 pm CST
A suicide attack at a military camp in North Waziristan near the Afghan border killed seven Pakistani soldiers and injured 13 others amid ongoing tensions between Pakistan and Afghanistan. The attack, attributed to Tehreek-e-Taliban Pakistan, occurred during a temporary ceasefire between the neighboring countries following recent cross-border hostilities that had resulted in numerous casualties.
India Reaffirms Commitment to Two-State Solution as Path to Middle East Peace
Oct 16, 2025 09:56 am CST
India's Minister of State Kirti Vardhan Singh reaffirmed the country's support for a negotiated two-state solution to achieve lasting peace in the Middle East during the NAM Ministerial Committee on Palestine. Singh highlighted India's humanitarian assistance of 135 metric tons of supplies since October 2023 and annual contributions to UNRWA while calling for immediate ceasefire, release of hostages, and unhindered access to necessities for Gaza civilians.
Hamas Conducts Public Executions in Gaza as Trump Demands Disarmament: Ceasefire Tensions Escalate
Oct 15, 2025 03:10 pm CST
Hamas is reasserting control in Gaza through public executions of alleged collaborators, while President Trump demands the group disarm or face forceful intervention. The militant group's power struggle with local armed factions threatens the fragile ceasefire with Israel as Netanyahu insists on complete dismantlement of Hamas before ending the conflict.
Hamas Crackdown in Gaza: Executions, Security Operations, and International Pressure for Disarmament
Oct 15, 2025 12:13 pm CST
Hamas has tightened control over Gaza following a US-brokered ceasefire with Israel, conducting security operations and executing alleged collaborators. While Palestinians report feeling safer with Hamas police returning to streets, Israel and the US insist on Hamas's disarmament and the return of all hostages. The 20-point plan endorsed by world powers requires Gaza's demilitarization and prohibits Hamas from future leadership roles.
Turkish President Erdogan Urges Italian PM Meloni to Quit Smoking During Gaza Peace Summit
Oct 14, 2025 02:29 pm CST
During a Gaza peace summit in Egypt, Turkish President Recep Tayyip Erdogan advised Italian Prime Minister Giorgia Meloni to quit smoking, highlighting his country's tobacco-free initiative. Meloni jokingly responded that quitting might affect her temperament, while Macron declared the effort "impossible." Both leaders attended the summit aimed at supporting the Gaza ceasefire and rebuilding Palestinian territories.
India's Diplomatic Role at Gaza Peace Summit: Minister Kirti Singh Meets Trump, Reaffirms Support for Middle East Peace
Oct 14, 2025 05:13 am CST
India's Minister of State Kirti Vardhan Singh participated in the Gaza Peace Summit in Egypt, meeting with Donald Trump and reaffirming India's support for peace efforts in the Middle East. The summit, co-hosted by the US and Egypt, focused on stabilizing the region following the ceasefire in Gaza, with India expressing continued commitment to a negotiated two-State solution and regional dialogue.
Fatal Clashes Erupt Between Hamas Security Forces and Doghmush Clan Following Gaza Ceasefire
Oct 14, 2025 03:06 am CST
Violent confrontations between Hamas security forces and the Doghmush clan in Gaza City resulted in multiple fatalities following the Israel-Hamas ceasefire. The Hamas-run Interior Ministry confirmed casualties on both sides, with approximately sixty clan members arrested amid accusations of collaboration with Israeli forces, which the family denies. The clashes highlight ongoing internal tensions in Gaza as Hamas reasserts control across the territory.