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The police have increased security in the area. Six individuals were involved in the breach, with five arrested, and one, Lalit Jha, still at large, reportedly absconding with the mobile phones of the other accused from the Parliament premises.

Communication through Instagram persisted for over a year, indicating long-term coordination. Investigations are underway to determine if external directives were involved.

Four surrendered their phones to Lalit Jha, who fled, implying he too received instructions. One protester shouted anti-establishment slogans upon entering the Lok Sabha.

To ensure compliance, each district will establish a Flying Squad to monitor sound levels from loudspeakers and DJ systems in religious places.

The families, appreciative of President Joe Biden's and the U.S.'s support to Israel, urged continued efforts to pressurize Qatar and Egypt for the release of hostages in Gaza. Mayor Adams affirmed his commitment, declaring, "We are at a defining moment; Hamas must be destroyed." He stood in solidarity with the families, emphasizing the urgency of bringing the hostages home and addressing the ongoing challenges in Gaza.

The swearing-in ceremony for Tusk's cabinet is scheduled for Wednesday. The vote signals the end of eight years of rule by the Law and Justice (PiS) party, which fell short of a majority in the October elections.

Following the Hamas attack, 240 Israelis were initially taken hostage, and during the collapsed humanitarian pause from November 24-30, 86 Israeli and 24 foreign national hostages were released. Currently, around 137 people, including Israelis and foreign nationals, are estimated to remain captive in Gaza.

The Israeli military or government has not officially commented on this reported development. Earlier, Israel's army claimed to have destroyed over 500 tunnel shafts in Gaza, some located in civilian areas and structures. In 2021, Hamas asserted the construction of 500 km of tunnels, but the accuracy of this claim remains uncertain.

In contrast, the US vetoed a Security Council ceasefire resolution last week, while Russia and China vetoed others. A four-day humanitarian pause, extended for three days, was agreed upon by warring parties on November 24. Over 18,400 people have died in Gaza since October 7.

While Biden has consistently backed Israel publicly, domestic pressure, including from fellow Democrats, urges restraint in the ongoing Gaza offensive. Over 18,400 casualties have been reported since the Hamas attack on October 7.