Israel and Hamas Complete 2nd Day of Swaps After Tense Delay, Gaza Cease-Fire Holds
The late-night exchange was held up for several hours after Hamas accused Israel of violating the agreement.
Ukraine Needs More Air Defences To Protect Grain Exports, Says Zelenskiy
He was speaking after Russia attacked Ukraine with 75 drones overnight, the biggest drone assault of the war.
Russia Launches Largest Drone Attack on Ukraine Since Start of War
At least five civilians were wounded in the hours-long drone assault on Kyiv, which saw several buildings damaged, including a kindergarten.
Hamas Releases 24 Hostages on First Day of Gaza Truce
“Those released include 13 Israeli citizens, some of whom are dual citizens, in addition to 10 Thai citizens and a Filipino citizen,” said a Qatari spokesman.
Israel-Hamas War: Palestinian Envoy To Nigeria Says Hostage Exchange Should Be Without Timeline
He said it should encompass over 7,000 Palestinian hostages in Israeli cells.
Violent Clashes Break out in Dublin after Knife Attack That Injured 3 Children
Police said over 400 officers including many in riot gear, were deployed in Dublin city centre to contain the unrest.
4-Day Truce Begins in Israel-Hamas War, Sets Stage For Release of Dozens of Gaza-Held Hostages
Israel said the truce would be extended an extra day for every additional 10 hostages freed.
Gaza Ceasefire and Hostage Release to Start Friday
The truce applies for four days, starting from Friday morning, accompanied by the cessation of all military actions from the Qassam Brigades and the Palestinian resistance, as well as the Zionist enemy
Delayed Truce Agreement Between Israel and Hamas Raises Concerns
Tensions persist as Israel holds northern Gaza, having claimed to dismantle tunnels and much of Hamas’ infrastructure.
Israel Unveils ‘Major Hamas Militant Hideout’ Beneath Gaza’s Shifa Hospital
Dozens of soldiers escorted journalists through a narrow stone tunnel, which the military said stretched 150 metres, to a series of underground bunkers.
French Pilot Banned After Fatal Skydiving Accident
The tragic incident unfolded when Nicolas Galy, the skydiver, was struck by the wing of the plane shortly after jumping from it.
India Restores Electronic Visa Services For Canadians, Easing Diplomatic Tensions
The move comes two months after India introduced a visa ban on Canadian nationals.
Russian Actress Killed in Ukrainian Strike During Troop Performance
Gootage shows Menshikh on stage singing and playing the guitar, followed by an explosion.
South Korea Suspends Key Military Agreement with North After Spy Satellite Launch
North Korea’s achievement of a functioning spy satellite aligns with its five-year military plan outlined by leader Kim Jong Un in January 2021.
Israel and Hamas Agree To Pause Fighting For Release of 50 Hostages
The agreement also includes desperately needed humanitarian aid for Gaza following weeks of relentless Israeli attacks.
In Bizarre Reversal of Fortunes, Sam Altman Returns As OpenAI CEO
EXCERPT: The startup also agreed in principle to partly reconstitute the board of directors that had dismissed him.
Hamas Chief Says It’s Close To Truce Deal, Israel Yet To Comment
Both sides would free women and children and details will be announced by Qatar, which is mediating in the negotiations, he said.
Sacked OpenAI Boss Sam Altman To Join Microsoft
Meanwhile, ex-Twitch CEO Emmett Shear will become OpenAI’s new boss.
China Welcomes Arab and Muslim Foreign Ministers For Talks on Ending War in Gaza
It’s a testament to both China’s growing geopolitical influence and its longstanding support for the Palestinians.
Far-Right Outsider Milei Wins Argentina Presidential Run-Off Election
He rode a wave of voter anger with the political mainstream and won by a wider-than-expected margin.
