Over 6 months into Gaza conflict: How many Israelis are still being held hostage by Hamas?
Monday, 8 April 2024 () Israel faces challenges in freeing hostages taken during a Gaza infiltration attack by Hamas, resulting in 1,163 deaths and 33,000 Palestinian fatalities. 134 hostages, including 11 foreigners, remain amid intense IDF bombardment. Negotiations with Hamas demand ceasefire, IDF withdrawal, prisoner releases, and return of Gazans for release.
US President Biden criticizes Israeli PM Netanyahu's handling of the Gaza conflict, urging for increased humanitarian aid and an immediate cease-fire. Tensions deepen as the rift between the two allies widens, with Biden emphasizing the need for regional involvement in aid distribution. Israel faces...
US Secretary of State Blinken urges Hamas to accept Israel's ceasefire proposal swiftly in Riyadh. Hamas is yet to respond to the truce offer, despite it being termed "extraordinarily generous."..
U.S. Secretary of State Antony Blinken urged Hamas on Monday to promptly accept Israel's recent and notably generous proposal for a Gaza ceasefire to facilitate the release of hostages. This call comes..
Israeli airstrikes hit houses in Rafah and Gaza City, killing 13 and injuring many, amid talks for a ceasefire. The conflict, sparked by Hamas attacks, has led to extensive casualties and displacement...