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Topic: Hamas hostage

‘Disarm or be disarmed’, Trump issues ultimatum to Hamas after hostage release

Despite the final hostage exchange with Israel under a ceasefire deal brokered by US President Donald Trump, Hamas has not publicly committed to downing its weapons.

Al Jazeera reporter Israel claimed was Hamas leader, 4 colleagues killed in Israeli strike in Gaza

The attack took place near Shifa Hospital in eastern Gaza. Israel has claimed Al Sharif led a Hamas cell, advancing rocket attacks on IDF, citing intelligence and seized documents.

Netanyahu hopes hostage deal will be done soon amid Gaza ceasefire negotiations with Hamas

Netanyahu alleges only 20 out of 50 Hamas-held hostages are believed to be alive. The Israeli PM aims for a 60-day ceasefire, which could lead to a permanent end to the conflict.

Netanyahu to prioritise return of Israeli hostages in Gaza after 12-day war with Iran

The Israeli PM's remarks have given rise to speculation that progress may be made to end Gaza conflict and secure the hostages’ release.

Israeli Military recovered bodies of two hostages held by Hamas, says PM Netanyahu

According to official estimates 56 Israelis are still held hostage by the Palestinian armed group, fewer than half of them believed to be alive.

Hamas expected to release first round of Israeli hostages on 19 January in Gaza ceasefire deal

Despite Israel’s delays and reluctance, Hamas said it was committed to the deal. Prime Minister Benjamin Netanyahu’s office said the cabinet would meet to give final approval to the accord.

How Israel won battles but lost public trust in 2024—from Hamas attacks to Nasrallah’s death

At the start of 2024, Israel was apprehensive and under severe doubts, but by year-end, it seems self-assured and upbeat about handling military challenges in the Middle East.

‘4 hostages rescued from Gaza,’ says Israeli military

The 4 hostages, 3 males and a female were kidnapped by Hamas-led militants from Nova music festival in southern Israel, 7 October 2023.

Thousands gather in multiple protests in Israel against Netanyahu after Hamas hostage video

Amid an impending hostage deal, a video released by Hamas showed Israeli hostages sharing their ordeal, addressing loved ones.

Hamas issues ceasefire proposal detailing exchange of Israeli hostages & Palestinian prisoners

Hamas said initial release of Israelis would include women, children, elderly, and ill hostages in exchange for release of 700-1000 Palestinian prisoners, according to proposal.

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From Binodini to Mitin—Bengali cinema scripting its comeback this Christmas

As Park Street now anticipates the Christmas lights, Bangla cinema eyes a harmony. Colliding heritage, devotion and some detective grit, the year-ender comes with a rediscovery.

Niti Aayog CEO has a message for power stakeholders. Buckle up for surge to feed EVs, data centres

Clean energy is “no longer the sideshow, it is the show”, BVR Subrahmanyam told the Odisha summit, warning India to lead the global shift or risk others’ tech dominance.

Dubai Tejas crash revives focus on advanced, fully automated safety systems

Dubai airshow crash & pilot death have rekindled concerns over pilot safety, and need for smarter automated systems that can step in when G-forces, temporary loss of consciousness hit the pilot.

Asim Munir & Pakistan’s Failed Marshal Doctrine

None of Pakistan’s PMs has lasted 5 years. That the current PM has given Asim Munir 5 years shows that of all military dictatorships history has seen, Pakistan’s is most creative.