UK Doctor Barred from Entering Palestine
British-Palestinian doctor Mohammed Ibrahim prevented from entering Gaza via Rafah crossing. Read about the escalating medical crisis and international response.
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Freed Hamas hostage Emily Hand marks 11th birthday
Emily Hand celebrates her 11th birthday two years after being freed from 49 days of Hamas captivity. Her father Thomas reveals her remarkable recovery journey and their hopes for the future.
Israeli hostage reveals sexual abuse and torture by captors
An Israeli hostage has broken her silence about systematic sexual abuse during captivity, revealing horrific details of being forced to dance blindfolded with stones in her ears during weeks of torment she describes as 'meeting the devil'.
Mumbai fake audition hostage crisis: Children rescued
A shocking hostage situation unfolded in Mumbai's Powai area when a man posing as a casting director held children captive during what parents believed was a genuine audition.
Israel recovers hostage remains amid fresh Gaza strikes
Israeli forces retrieve bodies of two hostages from Hamas as fresh military strikes pound Gaza, escalating tensions in the ongoing conflict.
Gaza ceasefire collapses as Israel strikes Rafah
Fresh violence erupts in Gaza as Israel launches devastating airstrikes on Rafah following Hamas rocket attacks, threatening to derail fragile ceasefire negotiations and humanitarian efforts.
Gaza ceasefire fragile after overnight Israeli strikes
Fresh Israeli military operations in Gaza threaten to collapse the delicate ceasefire agreement, with overnight strikes raising fears of renewed full-scale conflict as diplomatic efforts intensify.
Israel rejects Hamas ceasefire, Rafah assault looms
Israeli PM Netanyahu dismisses Hamas ceasefire terms as 'delusional' while ordering military preparations for ground assault on Gaza's southern city of Rafah, where over 1.4 million displaced Palestinians shelter.
ICJ: Israel's Gaza blockade illegal, must allow aid
The International Court of Justice has delivered a landmark ruling declaring Israel's blockade of Gaza a breach of international law and ordering immediate humanitarian aid access to the besieged territory.
Gaza ceasefire on knife-edge as fears grow
As the temporary ceasefire enters its critical phase, civilians in Gaza describe living in constant fear that fighting could resume at any moment, with many still trapped under rubble and essential supplies failing to reach those in need.
Hamas hostage reveals torture: hung upside down, whipped
Exclusive testimony reveals the brutal treatment of a Hamas captive who endured systematic torture and psychological terror while being held prisoner by the militant group.
Hamas hostage reveals torture: hung upside down, whipped
Exclusive testimony reveals the brutal treatment of a Hamas captive who endured whippings, psychological torture and was forced into stress positions for 24 hours while being threatened with his mother and sister's rape.
Rafah Border Crossing Closed Indefinitely by Israel
Israel announces the Rafah border crossing between Gaza and Egypt will stay closed until further notice, citing ongoing security threats and complicating humanitarian aid efforts.
Hamas returns hostage bodies after Trump demands
In a significant development following Donald Trump's intervention, Hamas has released the remains of two hostages taken during the October 7 attacks, marking a crucial moment in the ongoing conflict resolution efforts.
Rafah Crossing Reopens for Gaza Aid Delivery
The vital Rafah border crossing between Gaza and Egypt has resumed operations, allowing desperately needed humanitarian aid to flow into the besieged territory after days of diplomatic deadlock.
Israeli hostage reveals 128 days of Hamas captivity horrors
Exclusive: Israeli music student Eliyahu Margalit reveals chilling details of his 128-day Hamas captivity in Gaza, describing brutal conditions and psychological torment before his dramatic rescue.
Israeli hostage details 121 days of Hamas captivity
Exclusive: Eliyahu Margalit recounts brutal treatment and psychological torture during four-month Gaza captivity in shocking testimony.
First Gaza Aid Convoy Arrives Via Rafah Crossing
Critical humanitarian aid begins flowing into Gaza through Rafah crossing as international mediators secure temporary access amid Israel's siege and escalating civilian crisis.
Gaza Ceasefire Talks Intensify as Rafah Crisis Worsens
Critical negotiations unfold as Israel and Hamas edge closer to potential ceasefire agreement, with mounting international pressure and complex hostage negotiations determining the fate of thousands in Gaza.
Widow faces second burial as Hamas withholds body
Ela, an Israeli widow, endures unimaginable torment as she awaits her husband's remains from Hamas, having already held one funeral with an empty coffin. Her children face the trauma of saying goodbye twice.
Gaza aid crisis deepens as crossings remain closed
Critical humanitarian situation escalates in Gaza as vital aid routes remain blocked and Israeli bombardment continues, leaving civilians in desperate need of food, water and medical supplies.
Aid trucks enter Gaza as humanitarian crisis deepens
Critical humanitarian assistance finally enters Gaza through Rafah crossing amid escalating conflict and dire shortages of essential supplies.
Hamas hostage torture revealed: 6ft5 commando beaten
Shocking details emerge about Noa Argamani's commando boyfriend who endured brutal torture at the hands of Hamas militants, including being kept chained in a 6ft cell and severely beaten after attempting escape during his year-long captivity.
Hamas hostage torture: Noa Argamani's boyfriend's ordeal
Shocking details emerge about Avinatan Or's 245-day captivity in Gaza, including brutal beatings, chains and solitary confinement in what hostages describe as 'hell on earth' under Hamas.
Hamas in Cairo for Gaza ceasefire talks
Hamas officials return to Cairo for intensified negotiations as Israel threatens Rafah offensive. International mediators push for breakthrough in stalled peace talks.
Gaza crisis deepens as Israel intensifies Rafah offensive
Exclusive report reveals catastrophic conditions in Gaza as Israeli military operations escalate in Rafah, with mounting civilian casualties and aid organisations warning of unprecedented humanitarian disaster.
Israel keeps Rafah crossing shut in hostage remains dispute
Tensions escalate as Israel maintains closure of key Gaza aid corridor amid ongoing negotiations for return of soldier remains, deepening humanitarian concerns.
Hamas returns bodies of four Israeli hostages
In a sobering development, Hamas has transferred the bodies of four Israeli hostages back to Israel, with authorities confirming identities after forensic examination. The tragic return marks another painful chapter in the ongoing Middle East conflict.
Hidden Health Crisis: Israeli Hostages' Medical Ordeal Revealed
Exclusive medical reports uncover the devastating physical and psychological trauma endured by Israeli hostages during their captivity in Gaza, revealing systematic neglect and abuse.
Israeli strikes kill five in Gaza escalation
Fresh violence erupts in Gaza as Israeli military operations target Hamas sites, leaving five Palestinians dead and multiple wounded in Rafah. The confrontation marks another bloody chapter in the ongoing conflict.
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