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Hamas rejects Trump threat, demands lasting truce for hostage release

Hamas has dismissed the latest warning from President Donald Trump and restated its position that the release of the remaining Israeli hostages will only happen as part of a broader agreement that guarantees a permanent ceasefire in Gaza. The militant group accused both Trump and Israeli Prime Minister Benjamin Netanyahu of attempting to walk away from the ceasefire deal agreed …

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Doha rejects Israeli claim linking Qatari aid to October 7 attack

Qatar has rejected accusations made by Israelโ€™s domestic security agency, Shin Bet, which alleged that financial aid from Qatar contributed to the strengthening of Hamasโ€™s military capabilities ahead of the October 7, 2023 attack. Qatar dismissed these claims as false and described them as politically motivated attempts to deflect blame. The statement from Qatarโ€™s International Media Office accused Israeli authorities …

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Hamas and Israel carry out fifth prisoner swap

Hamas conducted a public display on Saturday, parading three Israeli hostages before a gathered crowd in Gaza ahead of their official handover to the Red Cross. The three Israeli civilians were released in exchange for dozens of Palestinian detainees held by Israel as part of an ongoing ceasefire that has temporarily halted the conflict in Gaza. Unlike previous prisoner exchanges, …

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Israel and Hamas Move Closer to Ceasefire Deal

After months of stagnation, Israel and Hamas appear to be making progress toward a ceasefire to end their prolonged conflict, which has lasted for 14 months. Recently, key mediators from the U.S., Qatar, and Egypt have resumed talks, reporting increased willingness from both sides to reach an agreement. A significant development is Hamas’s willingness to show more flexibility on the …

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