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Israel begins release of nearly 2,000 Palestinian detainees under Gaza ceasefire deal

The process to release almost 2,000 Palestinian detainees began on Monday as part of the Gaza ceasefire agreement that also includes the return of Israeli hostages held by Hamas. The operation marks a critical stage in the implementation of the truce following two years of devastating conflict. According......

Hamas begins release of Israeli hostages under landmark ceasefire deal

Hamas has transferred the first group of Israeli hostages to the International Committee of the Red Cross (ICRC) as part of a long-awaited ceasefire agreement aimed at ending two years of war in Gaza. The move marks the first tangible step toward de-escalation after a conflict that has left the enclave......

Children fetching water killed in Israeli airstrike in Gaza, officials report

Ten people, including six children, were killed in an Israeli airstrike on Sunday while waiting to fill water containers in central Gaza, according to emergency service officials. The attack, which struck a water distribution point in the al-Nuseirat refugee camp, also injured 16 others, including seven......

Gaza ceasefire update: Three Israeli hostages released in latest prisoner exchange

Hamas has released three Israeli hostages as part of the ongoing ceasefire agreement established with Israel last month. The International Committee of the Red Cross (ICRC) facilitated the transfer of Eli Sharabi, 52, Or Levy, 34, and Ohad Ben Ami, 56, in Deir el-Balah, central Gaza. The exchange took......

Israel frees 183 Palestinian prisoners amid ongoing Gaza ceasefire exchange

In a significant development in the Gaza conflict, Israel has released 183 Palestinian prisoners, including 18 serving life sentences and 54 with extended prison terms, as part of a continuing ceasefire agreement with Hamas. This exchange followed Hamas's earlier release of three Israeli captives. According......

Algeria Releases 60 Moroccan Migrants in Significant Prisoner Transfer

In a notable humanitarian development, Algeria has released 60 young Moroccan migrants who had been detained in various detention facilities, some for over three years. The transfer, conducted at the Zouj Beghal border crossing, marks a significant step in ongoing efforts to address the complex migrant......

UK Halts 30 Arms Export Licences to Israel Following Comprehensive Review

In a significant move, the United Kingdom has suspended 30 arms export licences to Israel following a thorough review by the newly installed Labour government. The decision comes amid concerns that UK-supplied arms could be used in violation of international humanitarian law, particularly in relation......

Inside Israel's Prison System: Palestinian Detainees Allege Widespread Abuse

In the wake of the October 7 attacks, Israel's prison system has come under intense scrutiny. A recent report by B'tselem, Israel's prominent human rights organization, presents a troubling view of conditions faced by Palestinian detainees. Titled "Welcome to Hell," the report includes......

Border Breakthrough: Algeria Transfers 16 Detained Moroccans to Their Homeland

In an unexpected turn of events, the normally sealed Moroccan-Algerian border witnessed a rare opening to facilitate the return of 16 young Moroccans who had been detained in Algeria. This operation, carried out at the Zouj Beghal border crossing in Oujda and Colonel Lotfi in Maghnia, marks an unusual......