Optimism around Gaza ceasefire deal - but there's a key sticking point

Hamas Releases Hostages With Creepy 'Gift Bags' With Photos Of Captivity, “Certificates Of Release”

In a chilling propaganda display, Hamas handed released hostages bizarre “gift bags” featuring photos of their captivity, a commemorative Gaza photo, and gold-gilded “certificates of release.” The released hostages, Romi Gonen, Emily Damari, and Doron Steinbrecher, described the gesture as a “cynical game” aimed at psychological manipulation. Video footage shared by Hamas shows the hostages being escorted through Gaza City by a motorcade of armed, masked terrorists, with crowds mobbing the vehicles. Eventually handed over to the Red Cross, the hostages were transported to safety, marking the first phase of a cease-fire deal. #HamasHostageRelease #HostageGiftBags #HamasPropaganda #PhotosOfCaptivity #CertificatesOfRelease #HostageCrisis #IsraelHamasCeasefire #BizarreGiftBags #GazaHostages #HamasTactics #PropagandaStunt #HostageExchange #HamasVideo #MiddleEastCrisis #CeasefireDeal ~HT.97~PR.152~ED.346~

Joy gives way to dismay as Palestinians in Gaza return to the ruins of their homes

15 months of the most intensive fighting ever seen between the IDF and Hamas have reduced vast swathes of Gaza to rubble and rebuilding is expected to take decades.

Israel frees 90 Palestinian women, minors from prison on day two of Gaza ceasefire

According to a list provided by the Palestinian Authority's Commission for Prisoners' Affairs all of those released are women or minors.

ISRAELI FINANCE MINISTER THREATENS TO TOPPLE GOVERNMENT

The Gaza ceasefire agreement has ignited a political crisis within Israel, as far-right ministers, led by Bezalel Smotrich, threaten to overthrow Prime Minister Netanyahu's government. Smotrich criticized the ceasefire as a "surrender to Hamas" and demanded that Israel continue its military operations in Gaza to defeat Hamas. He warned of the government's collapse unless it resumes military actions and establishes control over Gaza. Smotrich's party, along with National Security Minister Itamar Ben-Gvir's, has withdrawn from the coalition, heightening tensions. Despite the withdrawals, Netanyahu's government retains a narrow majority in the Knesset. The ongoing conflict has caused significant casualties, and international bodies have issued warrants and rulings against Israeli leaders over actions in Gaza. #GazaCeasefire #Netanyahu #BenGvir #Smotrich #IsraeliPolitics #NetanyahuCrisis #FarRightIsrael #PoliticalStorm #SmotrichThreatens #IsraelGovernment #GazaConflict #PoliticalTensions #IsraeliMinisters #HamasCeasefire #IsraelTruce #NetanyahuUnderFire #GazaWar #IsraelCrisis Also Read Three Israeli Hostages Return Home as Ceasefire Between Israel and Hamas Holds :: https://www.oneindia.com/international/three-israeli-hostages-arrive-in-israel-ceasefire-update-011-4047103.html?ref=DMDesc Hamas Releases First Three Israeli Hostages As Gaza Ceasefire Takes Effect :: https://www.oneindia.com/international/hamas-releases-first-israeli-hostages-as-gaza-ceasefire-takes-effect-4046999.html?ref=DMDesc Ceasefire Between Israel and Hamas Scheduled to Commence Sunday Morning Amid Ongoing Tensions :: https://www.oneindia.com/international/ceasefire-between-israel-and-hamas-to-begin-sunday-morning-011-4046373.html?ref=DMDesc ~HT.318~PR.152~ED.346~GR.344~

Israel-Hamas Ceasefire, Syria Under Assad, Trump's Sharp Eye: Glimpse into Middle East's New Chapter

The Middle East stands at a critical crossroads as the Israel-Hamas ceasefire takes hold, bringing temporary relief to a war-torn region. Meanwhile, Syria under Assad navigates a complex political landscape, and Donald Trump's bold stance on Middle Eastern affairs raises new questions about the future. What lies ahead for this volatile region? From the fragile truce in Gaza to Syria's next moves and Trump's potential influence, we dive deep into the shifting dynamics shaping the Middle East's near future. #MiddleEastConflict #IsraelHamasCeasefire #SyriaUnderAssad #DonaldTrump #MiddleEastPolitics #GazaConflict #SyriaNews #TrumpOnMiddleEast #IsraelPalestine #WorldNews Also Read After Nikhil Kamath, PM Narendra Modi To Appear On Lex Fridman's Podcast :: https://www.oneindia.com/india/after-zerodha-ceo-nikhil-kamath-prime-minister-narendra-modi-to-appear-on-lex-fridmans-podcast-011-4046459.html?ref=DMDesc TikTok Ban: What Every User And Creator Needs To Know :: https://www.oneindia.com/international/tiktok-ban-2025-what-users-and-creators-need-to-know-as-the-deadline-looms-for-the-popular-app-4046455.html?ref=DMDesc Whistleblower Suchir Balaji’s Mother Blames OpenAI for His Untimely Death :: https://www.oneindia.com/india/whistleblower-suchir-balaji-s-mother-blames-openai-for-his-untimely-death-011-4044745.html?ref=DMDesc ~PR.274~ED.346~HT.318~GR.344~

Journalist Sam Husseini removed from Blinken's presser for questioning US role in Gaza genocide

Veteran journalist Sam Husseini was forcibly removed from Secretary of State Antony Blinken's press conference after accusing the U.S. of complicity in alleged Israeli genocide in Gaza. Husseini repeatedly shouted, "Why aren't you in The Hague?" as he was escorted out. The incident highlights tensions between the U.S. government and journalists critical of its foreign policy. #SamHusseini #USPressFreedom #GazaGenocide #USForeignPolicy #Blinken #PressConference #StateDepartment #WarCrimes #USIsraelRelations #ICC Also Read Blinken Makes Case For Post-War Reconstruction, Security, Governance Of Gaza :: https://www.oneindia.com/international/blinken-makes-case-for-post-war-reconstruction-security-governance-of-gaza-4042459.html?ref=DMDesc US Efforts to Stabilise Post-Assad Syria Amid Regional Challenges :: https://www.oneindia.com/international/us-push-for-stability-in-post-assad-syria-011-4016053.html?ref=DMDesc Antony Blinken Lands in Haiti to Bolster US Support Against Gang Violence :: https://www.oneindia.com/international/blinken-visits-haiti-to-support-fight-against-gang-violence-011-3927009.html?ref=DMDesc ~HT.178~GR.121~PR.362~ED.102~

Blinken seeks to strengthen relations with Japan in final visit

There have been tensions in the Pacific region recently, with Russia allegedly providing North Korea with military equipment and training.

North Korea Fires Missile During Blinken's Visit to South Korea – Provocation Amid Political Turmoil

North Korea has conducted a ballistic missile test coinciding with U.S. Secretary of State Antony Blinken's visit to South Korea for high-level diplomatic talks. The missile, believed to be an intermediate-range ballistic missile (IRBM), traveled over 1,100 kilometers before landing in the sea. South Korea's military condemned the act as a "clear provocation," while the timing raises questions about Pyongyang's intent to influence the summit discussions. As tensions rise, South Korea, the U.S., and Japan are coordinating their response. Is this a strategic warning from North Korea, or a sign of further escalation to come? #NorthKorea #USSouthKoreaSummit #AntonyBlinken #BallisticMissile #Geopolitics #EastAsiaTensions #KimJongUn #SouthKoreaNews #USForeignPolicy #GlobalSecurity Also Read India Successfully Tests Nuclear-Capable K-4 Missile From INS Arighaat, Adds Teeth To Naval Deterrence :: https://www.oneindia.com/india/india-successfully-tests-nuclear-capable-k-4-missile-from-ins-arighaat-adds-teeth-to-naval-deterren-4000539.html?ref=DMDesc Russia Didn't Strike Ukraine With ICBM. It Was IRBM - ‘Oreshnik’ :: https://www.oneindia.com/international/russia-didnt-strike-ukraine-with-icbm-it-was-irbm-oreshnik-3994893.html?ref=DMDesc The World Holds Its Breath: What Will Be The Consequences Of Russia's ICBM Attack? :: https://www.oneindia.com/international/the-world-holds-its-breath-what-will-be-the-consequences-of-russias-icbm-attack-3994339.html?ref=DMDesc ~HT.318~PR.274~GR.121~

Blinken’s Shocking Reveal Angers Putin| US Supplied ‘Lot Of Weapons’ To Ukraine Before War Began

In a startling revelation, U.S. Secretary of State Antony Blinken confirmed that the U.S. had supplied a significant amount of weapons to Ukraine well before the conflict with Russia escalated. This disclosure has sparked outrage from Russian President Vladimir Putin, who views the U.S. involvement as a direct provocation. Blinken’s admission sheds new light on the extent of Western support for Ukraine in its ongoing war with Russia, amplifying tensions between the two nuclear powers. The statement has added fuel to the already heated geopolitical standoff, with Russia accusing the U.S. of exacerbating the conflict. #BlinkenReveals #USWeapons #UkraineConflict #PutinAngered #GeopoliticalTensions #UkraineWar #USInvolvement #RussiaUSRelations #BlinkenStatement #WeaponSupply #RussiaUkraineWar #USForeignPolicy #GlobalStandoff #USRussiaTensions #WestVsRussia Also Read Explained | Declining Support For Ukraine In Europe: What’s Behind The Shift? :: https://www.oneindia.com/international/explained-declining-support-for-ukraine-in-europe-what-s-behind-the-shift-4027415.html?ref=DMDesc 9/11 Like Attack Takes Place In Russia; All Flights At Kazan Airport Suspended :: https://www.oneindia.com/international/9-11-like-attack-takes-place-in-russia-all-flights-at-kazan-airport-suspended-011-4022565.html?ref=DMDesc NATO Chief Visits Bulgaria to Inspect Joint Military Unit and Urges Enhanced Support for Ukraine :: https://www.oneindia.com/international/nato-chief-inspects-joint-military-unit-bulgaria-support-ukraine-011-4021049.html?ref=DMDesc ~PR.152~ED.346~HT.336~GR.125~

Global Leaders & Media Honor Dr. Manmohan Singh for his Economic Reforms & Global Legacy

World leaders and global media have widely honored Dr. Manmohan Singh for his leadership and economic reforms. U.S. Secretary of State Antony Blinken, Maldivian President Abdulla Shahid, and Afghan President Hamid Karzai lauded his role in strengthening international ties. Media outlets like The Washington Post and Associated Press highlighted his transformative impact on India’s economy. Indian leaders, including PM Modi, Rahul Gandhi, and Rajnath Singh, recognized his legacy of dedication and progress. #antonyblinken #maldivianpresident #afghanpresident #thewashingtonpost #associatedpress #theguardian #aljazeera #pmnarendramodi #rahulgandhi #rajnathsingh #oneindia #OneindiaNews Also Read PM Modi, Amit Shah, Rahul Gandhi, Kharge Pay Tributes To Manmohan Singh At His Delhi Residence | WATCH :: https://www.oneindia.com/india/pm-modi-amit-shah-rahul-gandhi-kharge-pay-tributes-to-manmohan-singh-at-his-delhi-residence-wat-4027229.html?ref=DMDesc Why Dr Manmohan Singh Was Often Spotted Wearing Light Blue Turban? :: https://www.oneindia.com/india/why-dr-manmohan-singh-was-often-spotted-wearing-light-blue-turban-4027169.html?ref=DMDesc 'History Will Be Kinder To Me Than...': What Dr Manmohan Singh Said In His Last Presser As PM | WATCH :: https://www.oneindia.com/india/history-will-be-kinder-to-me-than-what-dr-manmohan-singh-said-in-his-last-presser-as-pm-watc-4027085.html?ref=DMDesc ~PR.362~ED.102~HT.318~GR.344~

From 'peace through strength' and pausing aid: day one of Trump's foreign policy

Trump signed a flurry of executive orders on his first day as US President, withdrawing the country from the Paris climate agreement and reversing sanctions on violent Israeli settlers.

World Leaders React to Trump’s Second Term: Praise,Concerns,and Renewed Focus on Global Partnerships

Global leaders expressed mixed reactions to Donald Trump’s second-term inauguration. Ukrainian President Zelensky emphasized peace through strength, while NATO highlighted increased defense spending. Israel’s Netanyahu celebrated a stronger alliance, and India’s Modi expressed enthusiasm for renewed collaboration. EU and Germany emphasized transatlantic ties, while Canada highlighted economic partnership amid tariff concerns. Trump’s return reignites international focus on diplomacy, alliances, and shared prosperity across the globe. #TrumpReturn #WorldReacts #GlobalLeaders #TrumpInauguration #PeaceThroughStrength #USAlliances #IsraelUS #NATOStrategy #IndiaUSFriendship #EUUSPartnership #TransatlanticRelations #TrumpPolicy #InternationalFocus #USGlobalLeadership #UkrainePeace #CanadaUSPartnership #TrumpGlobalImpact #DiplomacyMatters #SecondTermTrump #GlobalCooperation

Relatives of freed Israeli hostages call for the release of all remaining captives

The families of the released Israeli hostages delivered a joint statement expressing gratitude after being reunited with their loved ones.

Rabbi Berman Celebrates Israel, Netanyahu, and Jewish Faith at Trump's Inauguration - Full Video

Rabbi Ari Berman delivers a heartfelt benediction at President Donald Trump’s inauguration, celebrating Israel, Prime Minister Netanyahu, and the Jewish faith. His speech emphasizes the importance of faith, unity, and prosperity, calling for a nation united around core American values. In his inaugural address, President Trump also underscores the critical global issues, mentioning the plight of hostages and reinforcing America’s role in international affairs. The event marks a historic moment for both the Jewish community and the United States, as Trump commits to securing the nation's future and global leadership. #trumpinaugurationlive #trumpoathceremony #trumpoath #inaugurationday #trumpnews #usa #live #donaldtrump #uspresident #donaldtrumpspeech #trump #trumpinauguration #usatoday #usnews #trumpoath #oathceremony ~PR.274~ED.103~HT.334~

VIDEO| Hamas' Al-Qassam Celebrations Erupt As Freed Prisoners Meet Palestinian Families

Hamas’ military wing, the Al-Qassam Brigades, celebrated the release of 90 Palestinian prisoners with a powerful display of unity and defiance as the freed individuals reunited with their families. The video footage captures the emotional reunions, with Palestinians greeting their loved ones with tears and cheers in the streets. As part of the ongoing ceasefire agreement, these prisoners were released after years of incarceration. The scenes of celebration highlight the significance of this milestone in the Israel-Hamas conflict, underscoring the high stakes of the larger truce deal. #IsraelHamasWar #IsraelHamasCeasefire #HamasIsraelConflict #IsraelNews #HostageRelease #HamasIsraelCeasefire #GazaWar #IsraelVsHamas #IsraeliHostages #CeasefireDeal #HamasIsraelNews #IsraelCeasefireUpdate #GazaCeasefire #WarInIsrael #HamasHostageDeal Also Read Ceasefire Between Israel and Hamas Scheduled to Commence Sunday Morning Amid Ongoing Tensions :: https://www.oneindia.com/international/ceasefire-between-israel-and-hamas-to-begin-sunday-morning-011-4046373.html?ref=DMDesc Ceasefire Between Israel and Hamas Scheduled to Take Effect on Sunday Morning Amid Hostage Concerns :: https://www.oneindia.com/international/ceasefire-between-israel-hamas-effective-sunday-morning-011-4046311.html?ref=DMDesc Ahead Of Trump's Inauguration, Israel Government Approves Ceasefire-Hostage Deal With Hamas :: https://www.oneindia.com/international/israeli-govt-approves-ceasefire-prisoner-exchange-deal-with-hamas-days-before-trump-assumes-office-011-4045585.html?ref=DMDesc ~HT.178~GR.125~PR.152~