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Israel awaits release of last hostages by Hamas before Monday deadline elapses

Israeli government spokesperson told reporters in Tel Aviv that following their release, the hostages will then be transferred across the border into Israel and taken to Re'im military base.

Euronews

Deadly clashes between Hamas and rival militias in Gaza hours before 'historic' Israeli hostage release

Benjamin Netanyahu hailed the ‘beginning of a new path’, but warned ‘very big security challenges’ lie ahead

Evening Standard

Row breaks out over UK’s role in Gaza peace plan as cabinet minister labelled ‘delusional’

A row broke out after a cabinet minister claimed the UK played a ‘key role behind the scenes’ in securing a ceasefire

The Independent UK

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Israel rejects Phillipson’s claim UK played ‘key role’ securing Gaza ceasefire

Benjamin Netanyahu’s deputy foreign minister Sharren Haskel said she would ‘have to contradict’ the assertion.

Evening Standard

The Latest: Palestinians journey back home as aid convoys start to enter Gaza

A ceasefire in the war in Gaza is holding for the third day as aid agencies work to rush in more desperately needed aid into the besieged territory under the truce deal

The Independent UK

Countdown To Hostage Release As Trump To Host Gaza Peace Summit

Hamas will release its remaining hostages on Monday and will play no role in Gaza's future government, the group told AFP, as US President Donald Trump and other world leaders prepared to convene in Egypt for a major peace summit.

International Business Times

Israel expects all 20 living hostages to be freed from Gaza on Monday morning

Government says it is also preparing for release of 2,000 Palestinian detainees in crucial next phase of ceasefire deal

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Who are the hostages Israel believes are still alive?

Hamas is due to release the 48 hostages still being held in Gaza, most of them kidnapped during their 7 October 2023 attack on Israel. 20 of them are believed to be alive, with the fate of two more still unknown.

Euronews

Gaza truce ‘massive step forward’ but ‘only start of process’, minister says

Bridget Phillipson warned there is no ‘cast-iron guarantee’ of enduring peace and international efforts must continue.

Evening Standard

Will Trump’s ceasefire plan really lead to lasting peace in the Middle East? There’s still a long way to go

The first steps of the peace plan for Gaza are underway. Now both parties have agreed to terms, Hamas is obligated to release all hostages within 72 hours and the Israeli Defence Forces (IDF) will withdraw to an agreed-upon line within the strip.

The Conversation

Preparations begin to ramp up aid in Gaza as ceasefire brings hope for end to 2-year war

Preparations are underway for aid to enter Gaza and for the release of hostages under a new ceasefire deal

The Independent UK

Trump heads to Middle East for release of hostages – as it happened

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The Guardian - UK

Israelis cheer Trump at Tel Aviv rally as they brace for the return of hostages

Israelis applauded US President Donald Trump, and some booed Prime Minister Benjamin Netanyahu, as US envoy Steve Witkoff and Trump’s son-in-law Jared Kushner addressed a weekly rally in Tel Aviv that many hoped would be the last.

Euronews

For some Israelis, saving hostages held in Gaza means freeing militants who killed their loved ones

Survivors and family members of Palestinian attacks in Israel have faced a wrenching dilemma throughout the war

The Independent UK

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Mayor of Belgian municipality reportedly cancels Disturbed show over singer David Draiman's stance on Gaza conflict

Disturbed's David Draiman has been vocal in his support of Israel – and it now appears to be hurting his band's bottom line

Latin Times

Recovered Document From Slain Hamas Leader Directs Fighters To Set Fire To Israeli Villages: 'Burn, Burn'

A recovered document from a computer that belonged to Mohammed Sinwar, brother of Hamas leader Yahya Sinwar, contained instructions of what ended up being the October 7 attack against Israel.

The Guardian - UK

Donald Trump and Abdel Fatah al-Sisi to chair Gaza peace summit on Monday

Meeting will take place in Sharm el-Sheikh and include leaders of the UK, Italy, Spain and France

Evening Standard

Keir Starmer to hail Donald Trump's effort to end Gaza war at peace summit

The Prime Minister will pay ‘particular tribute’ to Donald Trump, who is set to attending the gathering on a wider visit to the Middle East

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The Independent UK

Starmer to fly to Egypt for summit to mark Gaza peace plan

Prime minister will pay ‘particular tribute’ to Donald Trump, who is reportedly attending the gathering on a wider visit to the Middle East

Evening Standard

Phillipson tells universities to take firm action to protect Jewish students

Some 600 training sessions will be offered to university staff over the coming weeks to help ‘identify harassment and hate’, the Government says.

The Independent UK

‘Bring them home now’: Thousands in Israel demand ceasefire holds and last hostages returned

Donald Trump’s top envoy, son-in-law and daughter addressed ecstatic crowds in Tel Aviv

The Independent UK

CNN host sees ‘character’ flaw in Nobel Peace Prize claims over snubbing Trump on Gaza

This year’s Nobel Peace Prize went to María Corina Machado, who dedicated her award to Trump

Evening Standard

Arrests as thousands gather for pro-Palestine march to mark two years since Gaza war

Hundreds of thousands gathered in London for a pro-Palestine march marking two years since the Gaza war

Benzinga

Ivanka Trump Praises Father and Husband for Israel-Hamas Ceasefire Role

Ivanka Trump, daughter of President Donald Trump, has praised her father and her husband, Jared Kushner, for their instrumental roles in the Israel-Hamas ceasefire agreement.

The Independent UK

‘Secretary of War’ Pete Hegseth reacts after Laura Loomer shreds Qatari air force base in US

Speaking alongside Qatar’s Minister of Defense Friday, Hegseth announced deal to build a Qatari Emiri Air Force facility at the Mountain Home Air Force Base in Idaho

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