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Hostages held by Hamas in focus as UN Security Council meets for first time specifically on issue

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New York, NY – The United Nations Security Council recently conducted its first-ever meeting focused exclusively on the issue of hostages held by the militant group Hamas. This unprecedented event marks a significant shift in the Council’s attention towards the plight of those unlawfully detained by the Palestinian organization in the Gaza Strip. The meeting, held virtually, brought together representatives from member states to address the escalating crisis of hostage takings by Hamas. The Council …

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Cease-Fire Showdown: Anthony Blinken Urges Hamas to End Israel Offensive and Free Hostages – Time Is Now!

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Jerusalem, Israel – U.S. Secretary of State Antony Blinken has intensified pressure on Hamas to agree to a new cease-fire proposal with Israel, emphasizing the urgent need for an agreement to end the nearly seven months of conflict in Gaza. The proposal aims to release hostages and bring a temporary halt to the ongoing war. While negotiations have been ongoing, a major point of contention remains whether the deal will result in a complete cessation …

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Negotiations: Hamas Considers Releasing Hostages in Exchange for Peace – CNN Reports

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Riyadh, Saudi Arabia – Hamas is currently considering a proposal put forth by Egypt that could potentially lead to the release of up to 33 hostages abducted from Israel in exchange for a pause in hostilities in Gaza, as disclosed by an Israeli source and a foreign diplomatic source. The framework of the proposal consists of two phases – the initial phase involves the release of 20 to 33 hostages over several weeks in exchange …

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**Hostage Video**: Hamas Releases Proof of Life Footage of American Hostages – Families Demand Action

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Jerusalem, Israel – A recent video released by Hamas reveals the first proof of life of two hostages held in Gaza. The hostages, Omri Miran and Keith Siegel, were captured during Hamas’s attacks on October 7. In the video, Miran mentions being held for 202 days, while Siegel references the Passover holiday, suggesting that the footage is recent. The families of the hostages have vowed to continue fighting for their release and have urged the …

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Israeli Hostages Release Heartbreaking Video Pleading for Return: Watch Now!

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Gaza City, Gaza Strip – Hamas’ military wing, Al-Qassam Brigades, released a video on Saturday featuring Israeli hostages Keith Siegel and Omri Miran, expressing their anguish at being unable to celebrate Passover with their families due to their captivity. This comes as the second video of Israeli hostages released by Hamas this week, following the video of Israeli American Hersh Goldberg-Polin earlier in the week. The authenticity and current status of Siegel and Miran remain …

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Hostages Headline: Global Leaders Demand Immediate Release of Hostages Held by Hamas in Joint Statement

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WASHINGTON, D.C. – President Joe Biden and a coalition of 17 other world leaders have issued a joint statement calling for the immediate release of hostages held by Hamas. The statement emphasizes the importance of reaching a deal that would bring about a ceasefire in Gaza and allow for humanitarian aid to reach those in need. The leaders, representing countries such as France, Germany, and the UK, expressed their concern for the hostages’ well-being and …

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**Hostages Held in Gaza: Netanyahu Vows Military Operation to Free Them**

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Jerusalem, Israel – Prime Minister Benjamin Netanyahu addressed the nation, hinting at a potential military operation in Rafah to rescue the remaining 133 hostages held in Gaza. As the Passover holiday approached, Netanyahu vowed to increase pressure on Hamas to secure the release of the hostages. Netanyahu emphasized the need to escalate both military and political pressure on Hamas, citing the group’s refusal to accept any proposals for the hostages’ release. He accused Hamas of …

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Gaza Families Desperate for Return of Dead Hostages – Plea for Closure Now

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Toronto, Canada – Families of American hostages who were killed in Gaza are pleading for the return of their loved ones’ bodies. Iris Weinstein Haggai received the heartbreaking news that her parents, Gadi and Judi Haggai, were killed by Hamas during attacks. Their bodies are still being held by Hamas, leaving their family in anguish as they struggle to find closure. The Weinstein Haggai family, with roots in Toronto, gathered to mourn the loss of …

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Hostages Held in Gaza: Israeli Officials Seek Clarity on 100 Still Unaccounted For

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Tel Aviv, Israel – Israeli officials are pressing Hamas for information on the remaining hostages held in Gaza, eager to secure their release amidst ongoing negotiations for a cease-fire. However, the lack of a definitive list from Hamas has left Israeli negotiators unsure of the exact number of hostages still alive. According to Israeli reports, there are 133 hostages still in captivity, with 36 confirmed dead. The uncertainty surrounding the fate of around 100 hostages, …

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Hostages Crisis: Hamas Admits Lack of 40 Israeli Captives for Ceasefire Deal, Raises Concerns of More Deaths

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Jerusalem, Israel – Amidst ongoing negotiations for a ceasefire deal, Hamas has informed mediators that they are unable to locate 40 Israeli hostages required for the initial phase of the agreement. This revelation has raised concerns that there may be more hostages deceased than publicly reported. The framework proposed by negotiators entails the release of 40 hostages by Hamas during a six-week pause in the conflict. The hostages to be released include women, as well …

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