insert_link World Trump declares Gaza war ‘over’ as Hamas releases hostages U.S. President Donald Trump arrived in Israel on Monday, declaring that the war in Gaza “is over” after Hamas released the first group of Israeli hostages under a ceasefire agreement brokered by Washington. Under the deal, Israel will free hundreds of Palestinian prisoners in exchange for the release of 20 surviving hostages held in Gaza. The agreement is a diplomatic breakthrough after months of intense fighting that have devastated the […] today13 October, 2025
insert_link World Netanyahu Welcomes Released Hostages as Healing Begins Israeli Prime Minister Benjamin Netanyahu has stated that the hostages freed by Hamas have "returned home from the depths of hell in Gaza." In a negotiated exchange, six Israeli hostages were released in return for Israel freeing approximately 600 Palestinian prisoners. Netanyahu emphasized that these individuals can now begin their journey of healing and recovery alongside their families. Meanwhile, the body of Shiri Bibas was also returned, following confusion a […] today24 February, 2025
insert_link World Guterres Urges Gaza Ceasefire Compliance Amid Hostage Delay United Nations secretary-general, António Guterres, says the resumption of hostilities in Gaza that will lead to an immense tragedy must be avoided at all costs. Hamas has postponed Saturday’s scheduled release of Israeli hostages in Gaza, blaming what it says are Israeli violations of the ceasefire deal. Three hostages were set to be freed in exchange for more Palestinian prisoners held in Israel. Guterres says both sides must fully abide […] today12 February, 2025
insert_link South Africa South Africa welcomes temporary ceasefire agreement between Israel and Hamas South Africa has welcomed the temporary ceasefire agreement reached between Israel and Hamas, saying this is a crucial first step toward ending the severe humanitarian crisis faced by the 2.3-million Palestinians in the Gaza Strip. The ceasefire, which will come into effect on Sunday, will include the release of 33 hostages in exchange for Palestinian prisoners in Israeli jails. Minister of International Relations and Cooperation’s spokesperson, Chrispin Phiri, says […] today16 January, 2025
