President Donald Trump claims to be in "deep talks" with Hamas regarding the release of hostages in Gaza. Meanwhile, Hamas has released a new video showing hostages allegedly held in Gaza City, raising fresh concerns over their condition and safety.


Israel-Hamas war: Trump warns Hamas of 'tough' outcome if Israeli hostages are not freed

#GRAVITAS | Tomorrow will mark 700 days of the Gaza War and counting since Hamas carried out its attack-massacre in southern Israel on 7 October 2023. Over 63,000 Gazans have been killed since. Meanwhile, Israel has claimed over 40% of Gaza city territory has come under its control as it launched fresh strikes in Gaza City, killing nearly 30 people alone, and levelling high-storey buildings to ground. Watch this video to find out more. 


Hostage families hold protests, asking Israel to free hostages, end war 

A new film about the killing of a five-year-old Palestinian girl by Israeli forces in Gaza last year got screened at the Venice Film Festival on Wednesday, after drawing backing from Brad Pitt and Joaquin Phoenix.


Tunisian film on 'Hind Rajab' draws record 23-minute ovation at Venice

Israel controls 40% of Gaza City, a military spokesperson said on Thursday, as its bombardment forced more Palestinians from their homes there, while thousands of residents defied Israeli orders to leave, remaining behind in the ruins in the path of Israel's latest advance.



IDF Claims Israel Controls '40% of Gaza City' | Pope Leo Calls For End to The Violence | WION

Israeli leaders on Wednesday dismissed a statement from Hamas declaring its willingness to free all the hostages in an exchange for ending the war in Gaza, vowing to go ahead with the planned invasion of Gaza City if the Palestinian terror group doesn’t accept Jerusalem’s conditions to permanently halt the fighting. Now after Trump, Israel issues a warning to Hamas.


Israel-Hamas war: After Trump, Israel warns Hamas | IDF chief to warn Netanyahu 

Israeli leaders on Wednesday dismissed a statement from Hamas declaring its willingness to free all the hostages in an exchange for ending the war in Gaza, vowing to go ahead with the planned invasion of Gaza City if the Palestinian terror group doesn’t accept Jerusalem’s conditions to permanently halt the fighting.


Israel warns Hamas: Surrender or see Gaza City leveled

New satellite images show large-scale construction at Israel’s Dimona nuclear facility in the Negev desert. The site, long suspected of housing Israel’s nuclear weapons program, has sparked fresh global debate over regional security.

Israel Nuclear Reactor: Satellite Images Reveal New Construction; Experts Raise Alarm

Discontent is spreading among Israeli reservists as some refuse to report for duty, protesting Prime Minister Netanyahu’s Gaza strategy. Concerns over rising deaths off the battlefield are fueling wider opposition within the ranks.

Israel-Gaza War: Trump Tells Hamas To Give Back ‘All 20 Hostages’ And ‘It Will End’

Spain’s Prime Minister Pedro Sánchez, in an interview with The Guardian, accused Europe and the West of “double standards” over Ukraine and Gaza, warning it could undermine their global standing.
Calling Gaza one of the darkest episodes of the 21st century, Sánchez said that Europe had failed on Gaza response.



'Europe’s Gaza Response Is a Failure, U.S. Weakening World Order' - Spain’s PM

Discontent is spreading among Israeli reservists as some refuse to report for duty, protesting Prime Minister Netanyahu’s Gaza strategy. Concerns over rising deaths off the battlefield are fueling wider opposition within the ranks.


Israel-Hamas war: Israeli reservists protest Netanyahu’s Gaza plan as discontent grows deeper

A new film about the killing of a five-year-old Palestinian girl by Israeli forces in Gaza last year got screened at the Venice Film Festival on Wednesday, after drawing backing from Brad Pitt and Joaquin Phoenix.



'The Voice of Hind Rajab': New Film on Gaza War Premieres At Venice Film Festival | WION

Prime Minister Benjamin Netanyahu asserted that Israel’s war against Hamas “must end in Gaza,” calling the conflict a pivotal and decisive stage. Speaking at an event marking the legalization of West Bank settlements, he vowed to defeat Hamas completely, reclaim hostages, and ensure Gaza no longer poses a threat to Israel. Netanyahu also cited broader regional wins over Iran's influence and solidarity with Russian allies.


Israel-Hamas war: IDF claims senior operative Hazem Awni Naeem eliminated 

Prime Minister Benjamin Netanyahu asserted that Israel’s war against Hamas “must end in Gaza,” calling the conflict a pivotal and decisive stage. Speaking at an event marking the legalization of West Bank settlements, he vowed to defeat Hamas completely, reclaim hostages, and ensure Gaza no longer poses a threat to Israel. Netanyahu also cited broader regional wins over Iran's influence and solidarity with Russian allies.

'War started in Gaza, it will end in Gaza': Netanyahu reiterates his stance

#GRAVITAS | Speaking at a cabinet meeting in Tel Aviv called by Israeli Prime Minister Benjamin Netanyahu, the Chief of Israel Defense Forces has reportedly warned that Israel's plans to conquer Gaza City could lead to full-fledged occupation of the Gaza strip. The IDF chief pressed for discussion around the ceasefire and hostage deal, which remains opposed by the Israeli PM. Another Israeli Minister remarked that Planned expansion of the war could turn Gaza into 'Israel's Vietnam'. Watch this video to find out more. 


Israel-Gaza War: IDF chief warns Gaza Op could lad to Israel's 'full-fledged' occupation

Israel’s army chief has warned against a full takeover of Gaza, cautioning that such a move could deepen the conflict and complicate long-term security in Gaza. Watch the video to find out more on this!


Israel-Gaza war: Israeli army chief warns against Gaza takeover

Hamas has strongly rejected a reported proposal by the U.S. to turn Gaza into a trusteeship under American control, with the potential relocation of its population. The Washington Post cited a 38-page plan envisioning Gaza as a future tech hub and tourist destination. Hamas called the idea “a new occupation,” asserting that Gaza is not for sale and remains part of the Palestinian homeland. The U.S. has not officially confirmed the plan.

Hamas rejects reported plan for U.S. Gaza takeover, population relocation

Israel: IDF Chief of Staff Lt. Gen. Eyal Zamir warned in last night’s heated cabinet meeting that conquering Gaza City might lead to Israel fully occupying the Gaza Strip


Israel: IDF Chief Warns Gaza Conquest Could Result in ‘Military Government’

Israel-Gaza War: The International Association of Genocide Scholars (IAGS), a leading authority on mass atrocities, stated on September 1 that Israel’s conduct in Gaza qualifies as genocide under international law.


Israel-Gaza War: Israel Committing Genocide in Gaza, Says Leading Global Scholars’ Association

#Gravitas Public opinion regarding the war in Gaza is seeing a major shift. New polling data shows support for Israel slipping sharply, especially among America’s youngest voters.    


Israel-Gaza tensions: young America supports Hamas over Netanyahu

Israel has intensified its military operations in Gaza amid ongoing conflict, while US president Donald Trump likely to weigh in plan to pay Gazans to leave. Watch the video to know more on this!


Israel ramps up bombardment of Gaza city; Donald Trump weighing plan to Pay Gazans to leave?

Israeli ground forces in Gaza are facing intense Hamas guerrilla tactics, exposing deep challenges within the IDF as the war intensifies.

Israel-Hamas war: Greta Thunberg joins flotilla heading for Gaza with aid

Israel ramps up bombardment of Gaza city; Donald Trump weighing plan to pay Gazans to leave?

Israeli ground forces in Gaza are facing intense Hamas guerrilla tactics, exposing deep challenges within the IDF as the war intensifies.


Israel-Hamas War: IDF Says Hamas Spokesman Abu Obeida Killed In Gaza

Israeli Prime Minister Benjamin Netanyahu said earlier today that Ubaida had been targeted by the Israeli military on Friday.


Israel-Hamas war: Israel claims Hamas spokesperson dead in airstrike

Israel-Hamas war: Ground troops in Gaza expose crisis inside the IDF

The European Union remains divided when it comes to Gaza, EU High Representative Kaja Kallas said after the informal meeting of the bloc's foreign ministers in Copenhagen.



EU Member States Split Over Gaza at Their Copenhagen Meet; Calls for New Russia Sanctions

Israel-Gaza War: The Israeli military is advancing deeper into Gaza City, targeting entire neighborhoods and displacing Palestinian families with no safe refuge.



Israel-Gaza: Israel Continues to Pound Gaza, Protests Erupt in Tel Aviv Demanding Return of Hostages

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- Thousands rally in support of Gaza hostages
- Russia and China's pacific 'power play'
- 1,600 villages submerged & over 1 million affected
- J&K: 33 Killed in Landslide near Vaishno Devi shrine
- Ganesh Chaturthi celebrations across India



J&K: 33 Killed in Landslide Near Vaishno Devi Shrine

UN Secretary-General António Guterres has condemned the ongoing escalation in Gaza, calling it an "unfolding tragedy" marked by unprecedented destruction, famine, and civilian suffering. He renewed calls for a ceasefire, humanitarian access, and the release of all hostages, warning that Israel’s renewed military push into Gaza City could deepen the humanitarian catastrophe.



Israel-Gaza War: Half A Million Gazans Face Starvation Under Israeli Blockade | WION

The Israeli military is advancing deeper into Gaza City, targeting entire neighbourhoods and displacing Palestinian families with no safe refuge.

Israel-Gaza War: Israeli Military Pushes into Gaza City Amid Siege and Famine

Israel-Hamas War: Israel on Friday released a harrowing clip from the October 7 Hamas attack, highlighting the events that unfolded during the assault.


Israel-Hamas: "Remember October 7”, Israel Shares Shocking Clip Amid Gaza Crisis

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