In the latest development from the ongoing conflict between Israel and Hamas, the&nbsp;Palestinian militant group is now ready to release up to 20 hostages in exchange for a six-week truce, the Times of Israel said citing Channel 12 reports.

The militant group is also seeking the release of Palestinian security prisoners in return.

According to the report, the militant group has also demanded an international guarantee in the first phase of the deal which would ensure that Israel halts the ongoing war and withdraws&nbsp;IDF (Israel Defense Forces) from Gaza.

They also seek the return of northern Gazans back to their respective homes.

An Israeli official, as per the report, said that the leader of the Palestinian militant group, Yahya Sinwar does not want an agreement and was seeking an escalation of conflict in the region.

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<h2>'Hamas remains barrier to Gaza hostage deal,' says US</h2>

Meanwhile, US State Department spokesperson Matthew Miller on Monday (Apr 15) said that Israel has made significant progress in the truce deal.

However, he said that Hamas was the "barrier and the obstacle to a ceasefire in Gaza."

“There is an incredibly significant proposal that went from the United States and Egypt and Qatar and Israel to Hamas last week. And Israel moved in a significant way in submitting that proposal. And there's a deal on the table that would achieve much of what Hamas claims it wants to achieve. And they have not taken that deal," Miller told a press briefing.

“Hamas needs to take that deal and they need to explain to the world and to the Palestinian people why they aren't taking it. Because it is the Hamas, it is Hamas right now that is the barrier and the obstacle to a ceasefire in Gaza,” he added.

The United States is currently pursuing a deal that would allow a truce deal lasting at least six weeks and let more aid into Gaza, added Miller.

(With inputs from agencies)

In the latest development from the ongoing conflict between Israel and Hamas, the Palestinian militant group is now ready to release up to 20 hostages in exchange for a six-week truce, the Times of Israel said citing Channel 12 reports.

In the latest development from the ongoing conflict between Israel and Hamas, the Palestinian militant group is now ready to release up to 20 hostages in exchange for a six-week truce, the Times of Israel said citing Channel 12 reports. The militant group is also seeking the release of Palestinian security prisoners in return. According to the report, the militant group has also demanded an international guarantee in the first phase of the deal which would ensure that Israel halts the ongoing war and withdraws IDF (Israel Defense Forces) from Gaza. They also seek the return of northern Gazans back to their respective homes. An Israeli official, as per the report, said that the leader of the Palestinian militant group, Yahya Sinwar does not want an agreement and was seeking an escalation of conflict in the region. Also read: Russia concerned over escalation of tensions in Middle East, urges restraint 'Hamas remains barrier to Gaza hostage deal,' says US Meanwhile, US State Department spokesperson Matthew Miller on Monday (Apr 15) said that Israel has made significant progress in the truce deal. However, he said that Hamas was the "barrier and the obstacle to a ceasefire in Gaza." “There is an incredibly significant proposal that went from the United States and Egypt and Qatar and Israel to Hamas last week. And Israel moved in a significant way in submitting that proposal. And there's a deal on the table that would achieve much of what Hamas claims it wants to achieve. And they have not taken that deal," Miller told a press briefing. “Hamas needs to take that deal and they need to explain to the world and to the Palestinian people why they aren't taking it. Because it is the Hamas, it is Hamas right now that is the barrier and the obstacle to a ceasefire in Gaza,” he added. The United States is currently pursuing a deal that would allow a truce deal lasting at least six weeks and let more aid into Gaza, added Miller. (With inputs from agencies)

Hamas says will release around 20 hostages in exchange for 6-week truce: Report

In the latest development from the ongoing conflict between Israel and Hamas, the Palestinian militant group is now ready to release up to 20 hostages in exchange for a six-week truce, the Times of Israel said citing Channel 12 reports. Watch to know more.

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According to a report, India has decided to suspend sending a second batch of construction workers to Israel following Iran's strike on the country on April 13 until the situation calms down.

Israel construction jobs on hold for Indian workers

Israeli retaliation against Iran after Saturday's drone and missile attack could take many forms despite the country's reliance on air power. Watch to know more.

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Israel called off on Saturday school trips and other youth activities planned for the coming days, the beginning of the Passover festival, and placed the armed forces on full alert due to a possible attack by Iran.

Announcing the measures in a televised briefing, chief military spokesperson Rear Admiral Daniel Hagari said dozens of combat planes were airborne as part of the state of readiness.

Earlier in the day, Israel chief military spokesman Rear Admiral Daniel Hagari said in a statement released by the Israeli army on Saturday&nbsp;that Iran would bear consequences for any escalation in the region.

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"Iran will bear the consequences for choosing to escalate the situation any further," Hagari said, "Israel is on high alert. We have increased our readiness to protect Israel from further Iranian aggression. We are also prepared to respond."

The statement was sent after the statement was made in reference to the seizure of a vessel between the United Arab Emirates and Iran.

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United States President Joe Biden said on Friday (Apr 12) that he expected Iran to attack Israel "sooner, rather than later" and warned Tehran not to proceed, the news agency Reuters reported. On being asked by reporters about his message to Iran, President Biden said, "Don't," and underlined Washington's commitment to defend Israel.&nbsp;

"We are devoted to the defence of Israel. We will support Israel. We will help defend Israel and Iran will not succeed," he added.

Israel called off on Saturday school trips and other youth activities planned for the coming days, the beginning of the Passover festival, and placed the armed forces on full alert due to a possible attack by Iran.

Israel called off on Saturday school trips and other youth activities planned for the coming days, the beginning of the Passover festival, and placed the armed forces on full alert due to a possible attack by Iran. Announcing the measures in a televised briefing, chief military spokesperson Rear Admiral Daniel Hagari said dozens of combat planes were airborne as part of the state of readiness. Earlier in the day, Israel chief military spokesman Rear Admiral Daniel Hagari said in a statement released by the Israeli army on Saturday that Iran would bear consequences for any escalation in the region. Also read: Israeli teen found dead in West Bank; IDF claims he was murdered in terror attack "Iran will bear the consequences for choosing to escalate the situation any further," Hagari said, "Israel is on high alert. We have increased our readiness to protect Israel from further Iranian aggression. We are also prepared to respond." The statement was sent after the statement was made in reference to the seizure of a vessel between the United Arab Emirates and Iran. Also read | Middle East crisis: List of countries that have issued advisory against travel to Israel, Palestine & Iran United States President Joe Biden said on Friday (Apr 12) that he expected Iran to attack Israel "sooner, rather than later" and warned Tehran not to proceed, the news agency Reuters reported. On being asked by reporters about his message to Iran, President Biden said, "Don't," and underlined Washington's commitment to defend Israel. "We are devoted to the defence of Israel. We will support Israel. We will help defend Israel and Iran will not succeed," he added.

Israel calls off school trips, puts forces on full alert amid Iran threat

The Israel-Palestine conflict has been going on for 2 long months. The number of civilian deaths have crossed huge numbers. The UN security council vote on Gaza has been delayed for second day. The Hamas Chief is expected to travel to Egypt for negotiations on a cease-fire.

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Hamas chief Ismail Haniyeh said on Wednesday that his Palestinian Islamist movement at war with Israel was sticking to its conditions for a ceasefire in Gaza, including an Israeli military withdrawal. Watch in for more details!

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Israel's war against Hamas violence in the West Bank has seen an uptake. Israeli settlers on Saturday rampaged through a village near the occupied city of Ramallah. The incident led to the death of one Palestinian.

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Iran's Islamic Revolutionary Guard Corps (IRGC) has seized the MSC Aries, an Israel-linked Portuguese-flagged commercial vessel in the strategic Strait of Hormuz. The ship, en route from the United Arab Emirates to India's Jawaharlal Nehru Port Trust (JNPT), was intercepted by IRGC forces.

In other news,&nbsp;six people were killed and&nbsp;several others injured when an attacker wielding a knife went on a stabbing spree at a crowded shopping centre in Sydney.

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India is in touch with the Iranian authorities both in Tehran and in Delhi to "ensure security, welfare and early release of Indian nationals", say sources on 17 Indian nationals onboard MSC Aries seized by Iran's IRGC.&nbsp;

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Six people were killed and a nine-month-old baby&nbsp;was among several others injured when an attacker wielding a knife went on a stabbing spree at a crowded shopping centre in Sydney, Australia on Saturday (Apr 13) afternoon, till a woman police officer acted alone, confronted the accused and shot him dead, said the New South Wales police.&nbsp;

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Following Taiwan Foreign Minister Joseph Wu's interview with WION, the Chinese embassy has said that it "strongly deplores and firmly opposed" the interview. The reaction, in the form of a release, has been put on the Chinese embassy website and a copy of it has been sent to our diplomatic correspondent Sidhant Sibal asking him to take it "seriously".&nbsp;

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One individual was killed while seven others sustained injuries following a collision between a cable car cabin and a damaged pole, media reports said citing the interior ministry of Turkey on Saturday (Apr 13). The incident took place in Antalya, Turkey when on Friday (Apr 12) at 5:23 pm local time, 24 cabins were left stranded mid-air due to the collision.

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Israeli military on Saturday (April 13) said the body of a missing Israeli teenager, who went missing,&nbsp;was found&nbsp;in the West Bank. The 14-year-old Jerusalem resident Benjamin Achimeir was likely killed in a Palestinian attack in the occupied West Bank.

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Bengaluru cafe blast accused reportedly used tens of fake Aadhaar cards, driving licences and other government documents to evade law enforcement agencies for over a month, media reports said citing sources.

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The Indian government has ordered e-commerce websites to remove Bournvita and other beverages from the 'health drink' category. In an advisory, the Ministry of Commerce and Industry clarified that the term 'health drink' is not defined under the Food Safety and Standards (FSS) Act 2006 or its rules.

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Italian fashion designer&nbsp;Roberto&nbsp;Cavalli, known for his animal-print designs loved by showbusiness stars, has died at the age of 83, his company said.

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Both students and professionals from the Indian diaspora residing in the UK are feeling anxious about the recent revisions in the country's visa policies which are aimed at managing immigration numbers.

Iran's Islamic Revolutionary Guard Corps (IRGC) has seized the MSC Aries, an Israel-linked Portuguese-flagged commercial vessel in the strategic Strait of Hormuz.

Iran's Islamic Revolutionary Guard Corps (IRGC) has seized the MSC Aries, an Israel-linked Portuguese-flagged commercial vessel in the strategic Strait of Hormuz. The ship, en route from the United Arab Emirates to India's Jawaharlal Nehru Port Trust (JNPT), was intercepted by IRGC forces. In other news, six people were killed and several others injured when an attacker wielding a knife went on a stabbing spree at a crowded shopping centre in Sydney. India in touch with Iranian authorities to ensure release of Indian nationals India is in touch with the Iranian authorities both in Tehran and in Delhi to "ensure security, welfare and early release of Indian nationals", say sources on 17 Indian nationals onboard MSC Aries seized by Iran's IRGC. Six killed, 8 hurt in stabbing at Sydney shopping centre; attacker shot dead Six people were killed and a nine-month-old baby was among several others injured when an attacker wielding a knife went on a stabbing spree at a crowded shopping centre in Sydney, Australia on Saturday (Apr 13) afternoon, till a woman police officer acted alone, confronted the accused and shot him dead, said the New South Wales police. West Asia crisis: 'Iran will bear consequences,' says IDF “Iran will bear the consequences for choosing to escalate the situation any further.” Watch IDF Spokesperson RAdm. Daniel Hagari’s statement regarding Iranian involvement in the war and its effect on the Middle East: Chinese embassy fumes over WION’s interview with Taiwan FM Joseph Wu Following Taiwan Foreign Minister Joseph Wu's interview with WION, the Chinese embassy has said that it "strongly deplores and firmly opposed" the interview. The reaction, in the form of a release, has been put on the Chinese embassy website and a copy of it has been sent to our diplomatic correspondent Sidhant Sibal asking him to take it "seriously". Turkey: One killed, 7 injured in cable car collision at Antalya; over 40 still stranded One individual was killed while seven others sustained injuries following a collision between a cable car cabin and a damaged pole, media reports said citing the interior ministry of Turkey on Saturday (Apr 13). The incident took place in Antalya, Turkey when on Friday (Apr 12) at 5:23 pm local time, 24 cabins were left stranded mid-air due to the collision. Israeli teen found dead in West Bank; IDF claims he was murdered in terror attack Israeli military on Saturday (April 13) said the body of a missing Israeli teenager, who went missing, was found in the West Bank. The 14-year-old Jerusalem resident Benjamin Achimeir was likely killed in a Palestinian attack in the occupied West Bank. Bengaluru cafe blast: Accused used 35 SIM cards, fake Aadhaar IDs to evade authorities Bengaluru cafe blast accused reportedly used tens of fake Aadhaar cards, driving licences and other government documents to evade law enforcement agencies for over a month, media reports said citing sources. India orders e-commerce websites to remove Bournvita from 'health drink' category The Indian government has ordered e-commerce websites to remove Bournvita and other beverages from the 'health drink' category. In an advisory, the Ministry of Commerce and Industry clarified that the term 'health drink' is not defined under the Food Safety and Standards (FSS) Act 2006 or its rules. Italian fashion designer Roberto Cavalli dies aged 83 Italian fashion designer Roberto Cavalli, known for his animal-print designs loved by showbusiness stars, has died at the age of 83, his company said. EXCLUSIVE | UK visa policy changes stir anxiety among Indian diaspora Both students and professionals from the Indian diaspora residing in the UK are feeling anxious about the recent revisions in the country's visa policies which are aimed at managing immigration numbers.

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West Asia is on edge bracing for an Iranian attack over what form it will take. The next few hours are critical as the possibility of a wider War expanding in the region is increasing. Iran is reportedly preparing to launch an attack on Israel as what it calls retaliation for the attack on its Embassy in Syria on the 1st of April.

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The death of an Israeli teenager has triggered violence in the occupied Palestinian territory of the West Bank. The Israeli Defence Forces found the body of a 14-year-old boy who went missing while sheepherding in the region.

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Israel's longtime Ally the US is now repositioning its two Destroyer warships in West Asia in anticipation of the Iranian attack on Israel. According to a US official one Destroyer warship which has been repositioned was already there in the region while the other warship has been redirected there.

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Amid the threat of an imminent attack from Iran, Israel's northern border was in for a barrage of rockets coming from the Lebanese side. Israeli Defense Forces said around 40 Rockets were launched from Lebanese territory.

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