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AP PHOTOS: Israeli-American hostage released by Hamas

Hamas on Monday released an Israeli-American soldier who had been held hostage in Gaza for more than 19 months, offering a goodwill gesture toward the Trump administration that could lay the groundwork for a new ceasefire with Israel.

The Independent UK

Hamas frees last living US citizen held in Gaza in what Trump calls a ‘good faith step’

American soldier Edan Alexander meets family at Israel border after masked fighters hand him over to Red Cross

The Guardian - UK

Voices: Independent readers join call to speak up on Gaza

YOUR VIEWS: Our community has echoed the call to end the silence on Gaza, condemning the ongoing humanitarian crisis and demanding action

The Independent UK

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Hamas frees soldier Edan Alexander as Gaza faces bombardment, famine risk

Hamas frees Edan Alexander as Israel presses on with its Gaza assault and 71-day blockade of all aid.

Al Jazeera

France urges EU to reassess Israel trade partnership over Gaza rights abuses

France has called for a review of the EU-Israel Association Agreement amid growing concern over Israel’s blockade of humanitarian aid to Gaza.

Radio France Internationale

Educate And Uplift: The Relentless Work Of Chaim Malespin To Serve Israel And The World

Born in the United States and raised in Israel, after immigrating at the age of 15, Malespin's life has been shaped by a deep-rooted conviction that helping others achieve their full potential is not an act of charity but a sacred obligation.

International Business Times

Netanyahu must now work for support of US as Trump tires of Israel’s war in Gaza

The US president will not visit Israel on a trip to the Middle East and his envoy has reportedly said Netanyahu’s government is drawing out the war

The Guardian - UK

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Watch: Edan Alexander’s family watches release of Israeli-US hostage from Hamas captivity

Watch as Edan Alexander's family and friends gathered to watch his release from Hamas captivity on Monday, 12 May.

The Independent UK

Food security experts warn Gaza at ‘critical risk of famine’ amid Israeli blockade

Report by UN-backed consortium of specialists tells of ‘major deterioration’ since its last assessment in October

The Guardian - UK

Hamas releases Israeli-US hostage Edan Alexander in 'goodwill gesture' to Trump

21-year-old Alexander was serving in a military unit on the Gaza border when he was captured during the Hamas-led attack on southern Israel on 7 October 2023.

Euronews

What the US deal with Hamas says about Trump’s spat with Netanyahu

ANALYSIS: The release of the last American held captive in Gaza, brokered directly between the US and Hamas, comes amid swirling rumours that relations between Benjamin Netanyahu and Donald Trump are at an all-time low

The Independent UK

Who is Edan Alexander, the Israeli-American hostage released by Hamas?

Edan Alexander was 19 when Hamas militants stormed the Israeli military base where the American-Israeli from New Jersey was a soldier and dragged him into the Gaza Strip

The Independent UK

American-Israeli hostage Edan Alexander released by Hamas

The 21-year-old was handed over to the Red Cross and will be transferred to an Israeli military base this afternoon

The Independent UK

Israeli-American Hostage Could Be Taken To Qatar To Meet Trump After Release From Hamas Captivity

Israeli-American hostage Edan Alexander, who is set to be released by Hamas from Gaza, is expected to fly to Qatar to meet with Trump later this week, Israeli media reported

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International Business Times

Israel Urges ICC To Drop Arrest Warrants Against PM

Israel has asked the International Criminal Court to dismiss its arrest warrants against Prime Minister Benjamin Netanyahu and former defence minister Yoav Gallant while ICC judges reconsider complex jurisdictional questions.

Al Jazeera

Trump visits Saudi Arabia, Qatar, UAE: What to know

Economic deals and security top the agenda on Trump trip to Middle East, the first state visit of his second term.

The Conversation

Trump heads to the Gulf aiming to bolster trade ties – but side talks on Tehran, Gaza could drive a wedge between US and Israel

President Donald Trump will sit down with the Saudi crown prince and Emirati and Qatari leaders on May 14, 2025, in what is being heavily touted as a high-stakes summit. Not invited, and watching warily, will be Israeli Prime Minister Benjamin Netanyahu.

The Guardian - UK

Is Britain breaking international law over Israel to avoid offending Trump? We may find out in court this week

The UK’s arms exports to Israel will be tested again as a Palestinian rights group challenges the government

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Evening Standard

Why are Israel and Australia participating in Eurovision?

Eurovision has been an Europe-wide party since 1956, so why are Israel and Australia allowed to take part?

Reason

"Alleged Discrimination at the University of Oregon School of Law," by Prof. Ofer Raban

Ofer Raban, who is a professor at the University of Oregon School of Law (but who, even more clearly than… The post "Alleged Discrimination at the University of Oregon School of Law," by Prof. Ofer Raban appeared first on Reason.com.

The National (Scotland)

Gaza at critical risk of famine if Israel doesn't end blockade, experts warn

The Gaza Strip is at critical risk of famine if Israel does not lift its blockade and stop its military campaign, food security experts have said…

The Independent UK

The Eurovision Song Contest is back. Here's how and who to watch

The Eurovision party is officially underway

Al Jazeera

Famine stalking across Gaza, 500,000 face starvation: Analysis

All 2.1 million people in the Gaza Strip at critical risk if Israeli blockade persists, says report.

The Conversation

Netanyahu’s occupation plan for Gaza means more suffering for Palestinians and less security for Israel

Israel’s prime minister, Benjamin Netanyahu, declared on May 5 that his government intends to intensify military operations and indefinitely reoccupy Gaza. The announcement has dashed hopes for a permanent ceasefire and the release of the remaining hostages held by Hamas.

International Business Times

With Israel Ties On The Table, UAE Offers Saudis An Example

US President Donald Trump's Gulf tour this week will take him to Saudi Arabia, which he would like see recognise Israel, and the neighbouring UAE which has benefitted from Israeli ties but also paid a price.

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