Tag: talks
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Massive Protests Erupt in Israel Demanding Release of Hostages Held by Hamas
Tens of thousands of demonstrators have taken to the streets across Israel, calling for a general strike in response to the government’s inability to secure the release of over a hundred hostages held by Hamas. The protests come after the Israeli Army recovered the bodies of six hostages in Gaza, with the IDF claiming they…
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Hamas Declines Participation in Doha Ceasefire Talks Amid New Israeli Conditions
A new round of ceasefire talks concerning Gaza is set to begin tomorrow in Doha. However, Hamas has announced it will not send negotiators to the talks, citing new conditions introduced by Israel, such as control over the corridor between Gaza and Egypt and additional screenings for Gazans returning home. The recent assassination of a…
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ANC Rejects Calls for Ramaphosa’s Resignation Amid Coalition Talks After Historic Election Loss
South Africa’s President Cyril Ramaphosa is facing increased pressure as the African National Congress (ANC) records its lowest election performance in three decades, securing around 40% of the vote. This outcome necessitates the ANC to consider coalition options for the first time since the end of apartheid in 1994. The party has ruled out any…
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Israel Demands Hostages List as Egypt Hosts Ceasefire Talks Amid Gaza Violence
Negotiations for a ceasefire in Gaza remain tentative as Israel requires a list of its live hostages before engaging in further discussions. Hamas contends that the withdrawal of Israeli forces is a prerequisite for any deal regarding hostages. The urgency for a ceasefire has been underscored by recent violence, including an airstrike in Rafa that…
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Envoys from Hamas, Qatar, and US Convene in Cairo for Cease-fire and Hostage Release Talks Amid Gaza Conflict
Hopes for a ceasefire and the release of hostages in the Gaza War have seen representatives from Hamas, Qatar, and the US convene in Cairo for talks. The discussions, spurred by the dire situation in Gaza and the high death toll since the conflict’s escalation, are pivotal. Israel has reportedly approved a ceasefire deal, but…
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Battle-Worn Town of Leman Reflects on Two Years of Conflict: BBC News Report on Ukraine’s Frontline Fatigue
In a somber reflection on the second anniversary of Russia’s invasion of Ukraine, BBC News reports from the front-line town of Lyman, which was recaptured by Ukrainian forces last year. The report describes a community grappling with the prolonged effects of war, where weariness and the desire for peace are palpable amidst the continuous conflict.…