Mossad chief to join Gaza ceasefire talks in Qatar: A sign of progress?
Saturday, 11 January 2025 The Gaza war has dragged on for 15 months, with only one brief ceasefire achieved early in the conflict. Mediated by the United States, Egypt, and Qatar, talks have faced numerous deadlocks. Netanyahu remains adamant about dismantling Hamas' military capabilities, while Hamas demands a full withdrawal of Israeli troops from Gaza.
Israeli Minister Ben-Gvir threatens to withdraw from the coalition if the hostage deal with Hamas proceeds. The agreement, which would see Israel exchange prisoners for hostages, is deeply divisive within the Israeli government. Ben-Gvir’s call for collaboration with fellow Minister Smotrich...
Hamas Betrayed? Israeli Prime Minister Benjamin Netanyahu has indefinitely postponed the release of Palestinian detainees, citing Hamas’ “humiliating” hostage handover ceremonies as a violation..
Hamas Releases Avera Mengistu, Longest-held Israeli Captive. Hamas has released Avera Mengistu, the longest-held Israeli captive, as part of an ongoing ceasefire deal between Israel and Hamas...
In a surprising and highly unusual moment, freed Israeli hostage Omer Shem Tov was seen kissing the foreheads of Hamas fighters before his release in Gaza. The shocking video shows him smiling,..