South Africa says Gaza at 'new and horrific stage' as it urges UN court to order ceasefire

Hamas releases first hostage in Gaza with seven more set to be freed

Three Israeli hostages and five Thai nationals captured by Hamas are set to be freed on Thursday following a ceasefire agreement that came into effect this month.

What we know about the EU’s revived Rafah border mission

The EU’s top diplomat has said the civilian mission can play a “decisive role” in supporting the Gaza ceasefire. Euronews breaks down what we know about its mandate and operations.

Yemen Full Scale War After Gaza: Iran-Russia Major Drill Near U.S Military Bases in Mid East

Iran and Russia, strengthening their strategic partnership, conducted joint military exercises in the Strait of Hormuz, a critical global oil passage. This follows a recent cooperation pact signed by their presidents amid Western sanctions. Iran’s Revolutionary Guards led the naval drills as part of nationwide military exercises. The move signals Tehran and Moscow’s growing defense collaboration and defiance against Western pressure. These drills, occurring days after the agreement, highlight their shared military ambitions and strategic positioning in the region. The West is closely monitoring these developments. #Iran #Russia #MilitaryDrills #StraitOfHormuz #NavalExercise #Geopolitics #GlobalTensions #MiddleEast #Defense #IranRussiaAlliance #WesternSanctions #OilRoutes #Security #MilitaryPower #GulfTensions #StrategicWaters #IranianNavy #RussiaIran #GlobalAffairs #NavalManeuvers #Peripheral Also Read From Russia With Love: 7-Foot-Tall 'Muscular Baba' Draws Attention In Maha Kumbh With His Chiselled Physique :: https://www.oneindia.com/india/from-russia-with-love-7-foot-tall-muscular-baba-draws-attention-in-maha-kumbh-with-his-chiselled-4045243.html?ref=DMDesc After Latest Death, India Seeks Release of Citizens In Russian Military Forces :: https://www.oneindia.com/india/after-latest-death-india-seeks-release-of-citizens-in-russian-military-forces-4042229.html?ref=DMDesc Iran Cautions Italy on Bilateral Relations Amid US Demands Over Drone Suspect :: https://www.oneindia.com/international/iran-italy-bilateral-ties-risk-us-demands-drone-suspect-011-4032979.html?ref=DMDesc ~HT.334~

Israel's ban on UN's Palestinian aid agency has come into effect

M23 rebels aim is to overthrow Kinshasa administration, researcher says, as UN warns of regional war

Israeli ban on UN Palestinian aid agency comes into effect

The laws block the UNRWA from operating on Israeli territory and prohibit Israeli officials from having any contact with the agency.

FULL VIDEO of Hamas Parading IDF Woman, Thai Hostages Among Al-Qassam Fighters

Israeli hostage Agam Berger was reunited with the IDF in an emotional handover, while Arbel Yehud and Gadi Moses endured chaotic crowds. Arbel, the last known female civilian hostage alive, faced a delayed release that nearly disrupted a recent ceasefire. Their return is part of an ongoing Israel-Hamas prisoner exchange, as negotiations continue amid tense conditions. #IsraelHamas #HostageRelease #AgamBerger #PrisonerSwap #GazaConflict #IDF #MiddleEastCrisis #ArbelYehud #GadiMoses #CeasefireTalks ~PR.362~ED.194~HT.336~GR.124~

Watch: Emotional return for Israeli soldier Agam Berger, freed in third prisoner exchange

Hamas-led militants released the first of eight hostages on Thursday, marking the latest step in the ceasefire agreement that took hold earlier this month in the Gaza Strip.

Israel-Hamas Ceasefire Terms & Conditions Out: 98 Hostages to Be Freed, but What's Next for Gaza?

The terms of the Israel-Hamas ceasefire include the release of 98 hostages, including 33 Israelis, as part of a deal brokered by the US, Qatar, and Egypt. The release will occur in phases, with 3 American-Israeli hostages also being freed. In return, Israel will release Palestinian detainees, with the number increasing for female detainees. Israel has agreed to allow significant aid into Gaza and will withdraw troops from urban areas. There are also provisions for reopening the Rafah border crossing to Egypt, which will allow displaced Palestinians to return home. The ceasefire is seen as a significant step in the ongoing conflict, but it remains to be seen how the situation will evolve, particularly in Gaza, where humanitarian needs are critical. #IsraelHamasCeasefire #GazaCeasefire #PalestineCeasefire #SteveWitkoff #TrumpOnNetanyahu #HamasResponseToTrump #TrumpThreatToHamas #HostageExchange #PeaceInIsrael #HamasToReleasePrisoners #IsraelHamasCeasefireDeal #HostageRelease #IsraelGazaCeasefireDeal #IsraelAndHamasCeasefire #IsraelHamasWar #Netanyahu

Explosive Clashes in Gaza: Al-Quds Launches 107 Rockets on Israeli Soldiers:Resistance Release Video

In a shocking escalation, Saraya Al-Quds, the military wing of the Palestinian Islamic Jihad, launched a relentless barrage of 107 rockets and mortars targeting Israeli soldiers in Gaza. The attack, which took place on December 9, 2024, focused on Israeli troops stationed east of Rafah, particularly in the Jenina neighborhood. Intense ground clashes erupted between the Al-Quds Brigade and the Israeli Defense Forces (IDF), with both sides exchanging heavy fire. This marks yet another chapter in the ongoing conflict between Hamas-backed forces and Israel, following the October 7 attacks that escalated tensions in the region. #AlQuds #Israel #GazaConflict #IDF #PalestinianIslamicJihad #Rockets #GroundClashes #Jenina #Rafah #MiddleEast #GazaWar #ConflictEscalation #IDFClashes #Palestine #WarNews #MilitaryConfrontation

IDF Massacre in Rafah: Gazans Run for Life as Bomb Flame Engulfs Resident Buildings

In this heartbreaking footage, Israeli Defense Forces (IDF) airstrikes hit residential buildings in Rafah, southern Gaza, killing five civilians and causing widespread destruction. As the buildings go up in flames, residents are seen desperately fleeing for safety, further escalating the human toll of the ongoing conflict. The situation in Gaza continues to deteriorate, with death and injury tolls rising rapidly. Watch as these devastating scenes unfold in real-time. #Gaza #Rafah #IsraeliAirstrikes #IDF #GazaCrisis #PalestinianLivesMatter #WarCrimes #GazaUnderAttack #InnocentLives #StopTheWar #MiddleEastConflict #HumanRights Also Read UP: 52 injured in Mahakoshal Express train accident :: https://www.oneindia.com/india/8-coaches-of-mahakoshal-express-derailed-near-kulpahar-uttar-pradesh-2388780.html