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  1. Hamas Frees 24 Hostages, Triggers Israel's Release of 39 Prisoners in Qatar-Brokered Truce

    Nigeria Hamas Frees 24 Hostages, Triggers Israel's Release of 39 Prisoners in Qatar-Brokered Truce

    Hamas, the Palestinian armed group, has released 24 hostages held captive in Gaza for almost seven weeks. In a reciprocal move, Israel released 39 Palestinian prisoners following an Israel-Hamas truce mediated by Qatar. The release includes 13 Israelis, 10 Thai nationals, and one Filipino...
  2. Cease-Fire Commences in Israeli-Hamas Conflict, Paving the Way for Aid, Hostage Release, and Signs of Progress in Peace Talks

    Nigeria Cease-Fire Commences in Israeli-Hamas Conflict, Paving the Way for Aid, Hostage Release, and Signs of Progress in Peace Talks

    In a pivotal development, a four-day cease-fire between Israel and Hamas commenced today, providing much-needed respite for the war-torn Gaza Strip and signaling potential progress toward resolving the conflict. The truce not only allows for the delivery of crucial humanitarian aid to Gaza but...
  3. Israel and Hamas Reach Agreement on Hostage Release, Humanitarian Aid

    Middle East Israel and Hamas Reach Agreement on Hostage Release, Humanitarian Aid

    Israel and Hamas have agreed to a four-day truce to facilitate the release of 50 hostages held in Gaza. The deal also involves the exchange of 150 Palestinians imprisoned in Israel. The negotiation, mediated by Qatar, signals a temporary pause in the ongoing conflict. Under the agreement, 50...
  4. South African Parliament Votes to Suspend Ties with Israel, Closes Embassy Amid Gaza Conflict

    Africa South African Parliament Votes to Suspend Ties with Israel, Closes Embassy Amid Gaza Conflict

    Image Credit: Downing Street South Africa's Parliament has voted to shut down the country's embassy in Pretoria and suspend diplomatic relations with Israel. The decision comes amidst escalating tensions over Israel's assault on Gaza. While the motion, passed with 248 votes in favor and 91...
  5. President Macron Advocates Ceasefire in Gaza, Calls on Israel to End Bombing of Civilians

    Middle East President Macron Advocates Ceasefire in Gaza, Calls on Israel to End Bombing of Civilians

    Image Credit: Quirinale.it French President Emmanuel Macron has called on Israel to cease its bombing in Gaza, specifically urging an end to the killing of women and babies. In an exclusive interview at the Élysée Palace, Macron stressed that while Israel has the right to protect...
  6. Senate Calls for Immediate Ceasefire and Two-State Solution in Israel-Hamas Conflict

    Nigeria Senate Calls for Immediate Ceasefire and Two-State Solution in Israel-Hamas Conflict

    The Senate urged the federal government to work with the United Nations to ensure an immediate ceasefire in the ongoing Israel-Hamas conflict. They also called for a two-state solution to end the violence in which thousands, including women, children, and aid workers, have been killed.
  7. Zelensky Acknowledges Israel-Gaza War Diverting Focus from Ukraine

    Middle East Zelensky Acknowledges Israel-Gaza War Diverting Focus from Ukraine

    Image Credit:President Of Ukraine Ukraine's President Volodymyr Zelensky has acknowledged that the Israel-Gaza war is diverting international attention from the ongoing conflict in Ukraine. He suggested that Russia's intention is to weaken the focus on Ukraine, as they...
  8. Pope Francis Pushes for Two-State Solution, Proposes Special Status for Jerusalem

    Middle East Pope Francis Pushes for Two-State Solution, Proposes Special Status for Jerusalem

    Image Credit: Quirinale.it In a significant development, Pope Francis has called for a two-state solution, including a special status for Jerusalem. The statement signals his support for resolving the Israeli-Palestinian conflict through diplomacy, emphasizing the...
  9. US President Joe Biden Arrives in Israel on Solidarity Visit Amid Rising Tensions

    Middle East US President Joe Biden Arrives in Israel on Solidarity Visit Amid Rising Tensions

    Image Credit: Hananya Naftali US President Joe Biden arrived in Israel on a solidarity visit amid escalating tensions in the region. His visit comes in the wake of deadly attacks by the Palestinian group Hamas and a recent explosion at a Gaza hospital, which...
  10. Saudi Arabia Calls Emergency Meeting with Nigeria and OIC Nations to Tackle Israel-Hamas Conflict

    Nigeria Saudi Arabia Calls Emergency Meeting with Nigeria and OIC Nations to Tackle Israel-Hamas Conflict

    Image Credit: Ron Przysucha Salman bin Abdulaziz, the ruler of Saudi Arabia, has urgently summoned member states of the Organisation of Islamic Cooperation (OIC) to address the ongoing Israel-Hamas conflict. The OIC, comprising 57 member states, will convene in Jeddah, Saudi Arabia, on October...
  11. Hamas Commander Ali Qadi Killed in Israeli Airstrike, Escalating Conflict in the Region

    Middle East Hamas Commander Ali Qadi Killed in Israeli Airstrike, Escalating Conflict in the Region

    The Israeli military reported the killing of Hamas commander Ali Qadi in an airstrike. Qadi was responsible for orchestrating a devastating attack on Southern Israel in early October, which resulted in over 1,000 casualties and the taking of 120 hostages. In response, Israel declared war on...
  12. Israel's military has given the Al-Awda Hospital in Gaza two hours to evacuate

    Middle East Israel's military has given the Al-Awda Hospital in Gaza two hours to evacuate

    JERUSALEM, October 13, 2023 — A mass exodus occurred in northern Gaza as Israel's military instructed approximately 1 million residents to evacuate to the southern region of the besieged territory in anticipation of a ground invasion. This move follows the surprise attack by Hamas, which had...
  13. Pastor Adeboye Expresses Solidarity with Israel in Video Message

    Nigeria Pastor Adeboye Expresses Solidarity with Israel in Video Message

    In a recent video message posted on his verified social media account, General Overseer of the Redeemed Christian Church of God (RCCG), Pastor Enoch Adeboye, expressed his support for Israel amid the ongoing conflict with Hamas. Pastor Adeboye's message extended to all members of RCCG worldwide...
  14. Israel's War with Hamas - What We Know So Far

    Middle East Israel's War with Hamas - What We Know So Far

    In a tumultuous turn of events, Israel and Hamas find themselves embroiled in a brutal conflict that has left thousands dead and the world on edge. Here's what we know about this ongoing crisis: How the Assault Unfolded Last week, hundreds of Hamas militants launched a shocking assault on...
  15. Israel-Palestine Conflict Death Toll Soars to 2,300 Amid Escalating Tensions

    Middle East Israel-Palestine Conflict Death Toll Soars to 2,300 Amid Escalating Tensions

    The Israel-Palestine war continued to exact a heavy toll, with the death count escalating four days after Hamas launched a brutal attack on Israel from the tiny Gaza Strip. Israel Defense Forces (IDF) confirmed over 1,200 lives lost in Israel, including more than 250 people who had attended a...
  16. Putin Blames US for Ongoing Middle East Crisis, Citing Failed Conflict Resolution Policies

    Middle East Putin Blames US for Ongoing Middle East Crisis, Citing Failed Conflict Resolution Policies

    Image Credit: Поздравление с Днём медицинского работника Russian President Vladimir Putin has attributed the ongoing crisis in the Middle East, following Hamas' incursion into southern Israel, to the United States' inability to resolve conflicts. Putin argued that the crisis is a...
  17. Israeli Ambassador Assures Safety of Nigerians Amidst Conflict

    Nigeria Israeli Ambassador Assures Safety of Nigerians Amidst Conflict

    Israeli Ambassador to Nigeria, Michael Freeman, reassures the safety of Nigerians and other nationals in Israel amidst the ongoing conflict with Hamas. Freeman, during a press conference in Abuja, condemned the recent attack by Hamas, which resulted in a high death toll, comparing it to the...
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