PM Modi to visit Cairo's historic Al-Hakim Mosque restored with help of Dawoodi Bohra community

Fresh round of ceasefire talks expected in Cairo

Negotiators prepare for another round of talks on brokering a ceasefire and securing the release of remaining hostages.

Negotiators expected in Cairo as Israel-Hamas war nears six-month mark

Truce talks between Israel and Hamas resume in Cairo

All the latest developments from the Israel- Hamas war.

Blinken meets Sisi in Cairo amid Gaza ceasefire push

Gaza Ceasefire Talks Extended Despite Facing 'Difficulties'

Gaza Ceasefire , Talks Extended Despite , Facing 'Difficulties'. On March 5, a Hamas official said that ceasefire negotiations will continue following two days of talks without reaching a breakthrough. On March 5, a Hamas official said that ceasefire negotiations will continue following two days of talks without reaching a breakthrough. Reuters reports that the talks in Cairo have been touted as the final step in reaching an extended 40-day ceasefire between Hamas and Israel. The truce would see Israeli hostages released in exchange for aid being allowed to enter the besieged Gaza. . The delegation will remain in Cairo on Tuesday for more talks, they are expected to wrap up this round later today. , Hamas official, via Reuters. According to Egypt's Qahera television, the talks continue to face "difficulties.". Senior Hamas official Bassem Naim said that the militant group's latest offer for a ceasefire has been presented and is now awaiting Israel's response. However, Israeli officials have countered that their own agreement was awaiting Hamas' approval. . The United States, a sponsor of the talks and one of Israel's closest allies, supported Israel's assertion that the ball remains in Hamas' court. . At the same time, the U.S. has called on Israel to alleviate the humanitarian disaster in Gaza, where over 30,000 Palestinians have been killed since the recent wave of fighting began. Reuters reports that much of Gaza has been completely cut off from aid, including food, and that the few remaining hospitals have seen an influx of starvation, including children. . Reuters reports that much of Gaza has been completely cut off from aid, including food, and that the few remaining hospitals have seen an influx of starvation, including children.

Al Aqsa: Violence Rock the Holy site; Israeli Forces fire tear gas at Worshippers | Oneindia

Israeli police deployed tear gas to disperse worshippers at the Al-Aqsa Mosque compound in Jerusalem on Saturday (April 6). Similar unrest had occurred earlier during the final Friday prayers of Ramadan. Thousands had gathered for dawn prayers at the Mosque. Israeli authorities reported that some worshippers had begun chanting provocative slogans and setting off fireworks near police officers. Additionally, 16 Palestinians were detained outside the compound, according to the Israeli police statement. #AlAqsa #IsraeliForces #TearGas #Worshippers #HolySite #IsraelPalestineConflict #Jerusalem #Violence #ReligiousTensions #ConflictResolution ~PR.152~GR.125~ED.194~HT.96~

Egypt sends delegation to Israel to broker ceasefire in Gaza

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Israel's Military Intelligence Chief Resigns After October 7 Attack

Israel's Military Intelligence Chief , Resigns After October 7 Attack. On April 22, the head of Israel's military intelligence said he would step down after failing to prevent the October 7 Hamas attack. Associated Press reports that the announcement makes Major General Aharon Haliva the first senior figure to resign in the wake of the deadliest attack in Israel's history. Associated Press reports that the announcement makes Major General Aharon Haliva the first senior figure to resign in the wake of the deadliest attack in Israel's history. The intelligence directorate under my command did not live up to the task we were entrusted with, Major General Aharon Haliva, via Associated Press. I carry that black day with me ever since, day after day, night after night. I will carry the horrible pain of the war with me forever, Major General Aharon Haliva, via Associated Press. AP points out that resignations by security and military officials have been stalled by numerous Israeli conflicts. In addition to the ongoing war in Gaza, Israel faces conflict with both the Lebanese militant group Hezbollah and Iran, engaging in multiple fronts. In addition to the ongoing war in Gaza, Israel faces conflict with both the Lebanese militant group Hezbollah and Iran, engaging in multiple fronts. Following the October 7 Hamas attack, Haliva and other leaders publicly shouldered the blame for not being able to prevent or react to the unexpected attack. . Following the October 7 Hamas attack, Haliva and other leaders publicly shouldered the blame for not being able to prevent or react to the unexpected attack. . Other leaders, including Prime Minister Benjamin Netanyahu, have refused to acknowledge direct responsibility or step down, despite growing protests. Other leaders, including Prime Minister Benjamin Netanyahu, have refused to acknowledge direct responsibility or step down, despite growing protests. Havila's resignation came as the Jewish faith prepares to celebrate Passover, a major holiday that begins on April 22 and marks the biblical exodus of Jews from Egypt. . Havila's resignation came as the Jewish faith prepares to celebrate Passover, a major holiday that begins on April 22 and marks the biblical exodus of Jews from Egypt. . The October 7 attack sparked the ongoing war in Gaza, which has already killed over 34,000 Palestinians and displaced an estimated 80% of the population. . The October 7 attack sparked the ongoing war in Gaza, which has already killed over 34,000 Palestinians and displaced an estimated 80% of the population.

6 Facts About the Passover Holiday

6 Facts About the Passover Holiday. This year’s Passover celebration falls on April 5th and ends on April 13th. Whether you’re personally participating or not, it’s important to understand this significant Jewish holiday. Here are six key facts to help you out. 1. Why is Passover celebrated?, To remember and celebrate the biblical story of God freeing the Jewish people from slavery in Egypt. 2. When is Passover?, The Hebrew calendar doesn’t match the Gregorian calendar, so the date of Passover shifts every year. 3. What is a Haggadah?, A Haggadah is a book used during the seder to tell the story of Passover. 4. What is a seder?, The Hebrew word translates to “order” and is a ritual that involves food, song, storytelling and family. 5. What are traditional Passover foods?, There are ceremonial foods such as lamb shank, roasted egg, celery and bitter greens. 6. What foods cannot be eaten?, Foods made of fermented grains, known as “chametz,” are not permitted as well as foods not labeled "kosher."