Coffee and a ‘never-ending hug’ at return of mother abducted by Hamas Noam Sagi tells of relief at the end of the ‘brutal, inhumane’ ordeal Ada suffered after she was taken hostage on 7 October The Guardian - UK · Nov 29, 2023
Gazans In Midst Of 'Epic Humanitarian Catastrophe': UN Chief Gazans are "in the midst of an epic humanitarian catastrophe before the eyes of the world," UN Secretary-General Antonio Guterres said on Wednesday, while calling for an expansion of the current pause in the Israel-Hamas conflict. International Business Times · Nov 29, 2023
Elon Musk, Israel agree on use of SpaceX Starlink satellite internet in Gaza Elon Musk traveled to Israel on Monday (Nov. 27) and met with Israeli government officials, reaching an agreement about the use of Starlink internet satellites in Gaza. Space · Nov 29, 2023
Hamas says 10-month-old hostage killed along with his brother and mother Militants claim baby Kfir Bibas and two other family members died in Israeli air strike, as more hostages handed over The Independent UK · Nov 29, 2023
Jailed without charge: How Israel holds thousands of Palestinian prisoners Israel has called Palestinians released under a truce with Hamas violent ‘terrorists.’ But most haven’t been charged. Al Jazeera · Nov 29, 2023
Israeli hostage, 85, told Hamas chief he should be ‘ashamed of himself’ Peace activist Yocheved Lifshitz describes meeting Yahya Sinwar in Gaza tunnel network where she was held captive The Guardian - UK · Nov 29, 2023
Police claim US-Mexico border has ‘eerie parallel’ to Israel-Gaza American law enforcement continue training work in Israel despite escalating conflict and ‘apartheid’ allegations, Josh Marcus reports The Independent UK · Nov 29, 2023
Israel compares Hamas to the Islamic State group. But the comparison misses the mark in key ways It has become an Israeli mantra throughout the latest war in Gaza: Hamas is ISIS The Independent UK · Nov 29, 2023
A brief history of the US-Israel 'special relationship' shows how connections have shifted since long before the 1948 founding of the Jewish state In his first remarks after the Oct. 7, 2023, Hamas attacks on Israel, President Joe Biden affirmed the United States offered “rock solid and unwavering” support to Israel, “just as we have (done) from the moment the United States became the first nation to recognize Israel, 11 minutes after its… The Conversation · Nov 29, 2023
MP labels grey squirrels ‘Hamas of the squirrel world’ Jim Shannon likened the common rodent to Hamas who killed 1,200 civilians on October 7 The Independent UK · Nov 29, 2023
Israel-Premier Tech to issue unmarked training kit to riders and increase security due to Israel-Hamas war Team intends to race UAE Tour in February but considers safety ‘of the utmost importance’ Cycling News · Nov 29, 2023
Israel-Hamas war: All of the Israeli hostages released so far One hundred and three prisoners freed by Palestinian group in total, including 79 Israelis, before extended ceasefire ends and fighting returns to Gaza The Independent UK · Nov 29, 2023
Blinken seeks a new extension of the Gaza cease-fire as he heads again to the Middle East U.S. Secretary of State Antony Blinken says the Biden administration would like to see a new extension of the cease-fire agreement in Israel’s war with Hamas after the current one expires The Independent UK · Nov 29, 2023
'Welcome Back': Joy In West Bank As Freed Prisoners Return A red keffiyeh scarf around her neck and a beaming smile on her face, Rouba Assi fell into her friends' arms after being freed from an Israeli prison. International Business Times · Nov 29, 2023
The Guardian - UK · Nov 29, 2023 First Thing: Deal to keep 1.5C hopes alive is within reach, says Cop28 president Sultan Al Jaber says progress means ‘unprecedented outcome’ is possible. Plus, why the UK and Greece are arguing about marbles
The Walrus · Nov 29, 2023 What Does “Defence” Really Mean? The United Nations prohibits the use of force except in the case of self-defence—but that can too easily be moulded into a euphemism for retaliation, revenge, and punishment
Al Jazeera · Nov 29, 2023 Intensive talks under way to extend Israel-Hamas truce as deadline looms Mediators in tough talks to press for further extension of Gaza pause as regional leaders call for permanent ceasefire.
Cycling Weekly · Nov 29, 2023 Israel-Premier Tech riders to be issued with blank training kit due to safety concerns after Israel-Hamas war Riders issued with different kit for training alone if they deem it necessary
Fortune · Nov 29, 2023 How to talk about a war at work: Sometimes the bravest stance is not taking a stance In a divided, violent world, leaders’ humility, willingness to listen, and core values are what matter most.
The Hindu · Nov 29, 2023 India welcomes release of Israeli hostages by Hamas, calls for immediate, unconditional release of those remaining India welcomes release of Israeli hostages by Hamas, calls for immediate, unconditional release of those still held. India has a zero-tolerance approach to terrorism and supports a two-state solution, with Israel and Palestine living side-by-side in peace and security.
WEKU · Nov 29, 2023 Israel and Hamas extend temporary truce for another day Israel and Hamas confirmed that the pause in fighting will continue at least through Thursday, while more hostages and prisoners are exchanged.
International Business Times · Nov 29, 2023 Gaza Families Return To Homes In Ruins Tea and cheese sandwiches are on the breakfast menu for Taghrid al-Najjar's children.
WEKU · Nov 29, 2023 Where the Republican presidential candidates stand on Israel, Ukraine and China Foreign policy doesn't always make headlines in presidential campaigns, but with the U.S. involved in two foreign wars — and facing a rising adversary in China, voters are paying more attention.
International Business Times · Nov 29, 2023 Former Hamas Hostage, Aged Nine, Now Only 'Whispers': Father Emily Hand, the nine-year-old girl released after Hamas held her hostage for 50 days, will now only talk in whispers having been ordered to stay silent by her captors, her father told British tabloid The Sun in an interview published on Wednesday.
Evening Standard · Nov 29, 2023 Joe Biden says don't reward Hamas desire for war as Israel mulls ceasefire extension US president tweets on personal account as more hostages freed in Gaza