UN torture expert visits Israeli scenes of Oct 7 Hamas attack
The United Nations' senior expert on torture visited the Israeli kibbutz communities attacked on Oct. 7, 2023, for the first time on Wednesday to offer...
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Hamas official: 34 hostages could be released in first phase of deal, Rafah Crossing would reopen
An anonymous Hamas official tells the Hezbollah-affiliated Al Mayadeen news outlet that there has been considerable progress in the negotiations for a phased hostage release...
Hamas wants 7-day truce before hostage release; Israel demands soldiers in first phase
Hamas officials told the Hezbollah-affiliated Al-Akhbar newspaper in Lebanon that negotiations in Doha are progressing well, with most issues resolved. However, two critical sticking points...
Reports: Israel to deport terrorist prisoners to Middle East destinations
Palestinian sources reported on Wednesday that negotiations for a deal to release the hostages are in their final stages, and that discussions are now revolving...
Gaza ceasefire talks in final stage, Palestinian negotiator tells BBC
After months of deadlock, there are new signs that Israel and Hamas could be moving closer to a Gaza ceasefire and hostage release deal. A...
Hamas agrees to terms for first-phase hostage release—Israeli official
Talks toward a hostage release deal have gained significant traction, an Israeli government official said on Monday evening. Recent negotiations have focused on bridging gaps,...
‘Imminent’: Hostage deal could be signed by end of week, Hamas official says – report
If no issues arise, a hostage deal could be signed by the end of this week, a Hamas official told the Saudi news outlet Asharq...