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Joe Biden Optimistic About Release of More American Hostages Amidst Hamas Accusations of Israeli Breach
A White House official announced that President Biden had successfully facilitated the release of two American citizens as part of a larger group of approximately 50 hostages during the four-day halt in hostilities. However, conflicting reports suggested that Hamas disputed Biden's assurances regarding further releases in the first phase.
Thailand Reports 20 Citizens Still Held by Hamas
Thailand has expressed its commitment to work towards the release of all its citizens held by Hamas. Iran is reported to have played a significant role in securing the release of the 10 Thai nationals and one Philippine national.
Israeli Military Pulls Out of Gaza's Largest Hospital
The Israeli forces had raided the hospital for over a week, and during their withdrawal, they reportedly detonated facilities within the complex, including power generators, oxygen pumps, and radiology equipment.
Thirteen Israeli Hostages Return Home in First Batch After 49 Day Ordeal
The Israel Defense Forces (IDF) announced on Friday that the 13 hostages have returned to Israeli territory.
Israeli Defence Minister Anticipates Minimum 2 More Months of Conflict Against Hamas
The hostage handover process has been characterized as complicated by the Israeli military, cautioning that changes in the deal could occur at any moment.
Gaza Death Toll Climbs, Surpassing 14,800 Amid Ongoing Conflict
Amidst this devastation, the number of injuries has surged to over 35,000, underscoring the widespread humanitarian crisis.
Hamas-Israel Humanitarian Pause, 4-Day Ceasefire Deal Takes Effect
Commencing at 7 a.m. local time on the 49th day of the conflict that began on October 7, the deal stipulated the release of 13 hostages by Hamas at 4 p.m. on Friday, to be handed over to Egypt. In return, Israel committed to releasing 150 Palestinians, including women and children, from its jails.
Ceasefire Set to Begin on Friday, Hamas to Release 13 Hostages in Qatar-Brokered Agreement
Scheduled to commence at 7 AM on Friday, the ceasefire is slated to endure for four days. Ansari specified that the release of the 13 hostages is set for 4 PM on the same day.
IDF Arrests Director of Gaza's Al-Shifa Hospital
Al-Shifa Hospital has been a significant focus during the Israeli military's ground offensive in Gaza, with the IDF alleging that Hamas operates a command center beneath the hospital and uses it as a base, including tunnel entry points.
Israeli Ministers Express Opposition to Hostage Swap Deal
Notably, Minister without Portfolio and former Chief of Armed Forces, Benny Gantz, questioned Smotrich's opposition, prompting him to reflect on whether he trusts Hamas leadership more than Israel's war cabinet.
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