Tensions in Gaza escalate as Hamas shares a video of an Israeli hostage, prompting renewed pressure on Netanyahu from hostage families during Passover. Meanwhile, the IDF has captured the strategic Morag Corridor in southern Gaza and encircled Rafah. Israel also intercepted rockets from Gaza and struck a hospital in response.

Israel-Hamas war: Hamas releases video of Israeli hostage as IDF encircles Rafah

The Israel Defense Forces and Shin Bet said an airstrike targeted a Hamas command center in central Gaza&rsquo;s Deir al-Balah on Sunday (Apr 13).
According to Palestinian media, the strike hit the Deir al-Balah municipality building, killing at least three people.
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The Israeli military said several Hamas operatives were present at the site at the time of the attack. Hamas operatives used the compound to carry out attacks against Israel and its soldiers and were planning more attacks, said the IDF and Shin Bet.
<h2>Only functioning hospital in Gaza destroyed</h2>
The Palestinian civil defence agency said that the Israeli air force targeted the al-Ahli hospital, also known as the Baptist or Ahli Arab hospital. It is the only hospital still functioning in the Gaza city after the medical facilities in the northern area of the strip were destroyed.
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The agency said the strike &ldquo;led to the destruction of the surgery building and the oxygen generation station for the intensive care units&rdquo;.
Although no casualties were reported in the strike, the Gaza health ministry said that one child died during the evacuation as they were unable to provide urgent care.
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However, the Israel Defense Forces (IDF) alleged in a statement that the hospital was a command and control centre used by the Palestinian militant group Hamas.
&ldquo;The compound was used by Hamas terrorists to plan and execute terror attacks against Israeli civilians and IDF troops,&rdquo; the military said.
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The Palestinian civil defence agency said that doctors and patients were only given around 20 minutes to evacuate the building. While the IDF claimed it had taken steps to &ldquo;mitigate harm to civilians&rdquo; and issued &ldquo;advance warnings&rdquo;.
(With inputs from agencies)

World | The Israel Defense Forces (IDF) alleged in a statement that the hospital was a command and control centre used by the Palestinian militant group Hamas.

The Israel Defense Forces and Shin Bet said an airstrike targeted a Hamas command center in central Gaza’s Deir al-Balah on Sunday (Apr 13). According to Palestinian media, the strike hit the Deir al-Balah municipality building, killing at least three people. Also read | Hamas releases video showing Israeli-American hostage alive; captive slams Israeli govt for failing to secure his release The Israeli military said several Hamas operatives were present at the site at the time of the attack. Hamas operatives used the compound to carry out attacks against Israel and its soldiers and were planning more attacks, said the IDF and Shin Bet. Only functioning hospital in Gaza destroyed The Palestinian civil defence agency said that the Israeli air force targeted the al-Ahli hospital, also known as the Baptist or Ahli Arab hospital. It is the only hospital still functioning in the Gaza city after the medical facilities in the northern area of the strip were destroyed. Also read | US claims Israeli hostages in Gaza could be released soon The agency said the strike “led to the destruction of the surgery building and the oxygen generation station for the intensive care units”. Although no casualties were reported in the strike, the Gaza health ministry said that one child died during the evacuation as they were unable to provide urgent care. Also read | France says it may recognise Palestinian state in June amid Israel's Gaza offensive However, the Israel Defense Forces (IDF) alleged in a statement that the hospital was a command and control centre used by the Palestinian militant group Hamas. “The compound was used by Hamas terrorists to plan and execute terror attacks against Israeli civilians and IDF troops,” the military said. Also read | ‘We owe our lives to you’; Freed captives urge Trump to bring back remaining hostages in Gaza The Palestinian civil defence agency said that doctors and patients were only given around 20 minutes to evacuate the building. While the IDF claimed it had taken steps to “mitigate harm to civilians” and issued “advance warnings”. (With inputs from agencies)

Israeli airstrike targets Gaza’s only functioning hospital, Hamas command center in Deir al-Balah

Hamas's armed wing released a video on Saturday showing an Israeli-American hostage alive, in which he criticises the Israeli government for failing to secure his release.
Israeli campaign group the Hostages and Missing Families Forum identified him as Edan Alexander, a soldier in an elite infantry unit on the Gaza border when he was abducted by Palestinian militants during their October 7 attack on Israel.
AFP was unable to determine when the video was filmed.
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Hamas's armed wing, the Ezzedine al-Qassam Brigades, published the more than three-minute clip showing the hostage seated in a small, enclosed space.
In the video, he says he wants to return home to celebrate the holidays.
Israel is currently marking Passover, the holiday that commemorates the biblical liberation of the Israelites from slavery in Egypt.
Alexander, who turned 21 in captivity, was born in Tel Aviv and grew up in the US state of New Jersey, returning to Israel after high school to join the army.
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"As we begin the holiday evening in the USA, our family in Israel is preparing to sit around the Seder table," Alexander's family said in a statement released by the forum.
"Our Edan, a lone soldier who immigrated to Israel and enlisted in the Golani Brigade to defend the country and its citizens, is still being held captive by Hamas.
"When you sit down to mark Passover, remember that this is not a holiday of freedom as long as Edan and the other hostages are not home," the family added.
The family did not authorise media to broadcast the footage.
Alexander appears to be speaking under duress in the video, making frequent hand gestures as he criticises Prime Minister Benjamin Netanyahu's government for failing to secure his release.
The video was released hours after Defence Minister Israel Katz announced that Israel's military had seized the new Morag axis between the southern cities of Rafah and Khan Yunis.
Katz also outlined plans to expand Israel's ongoing offensive across much of the Gaza Strip.
In a separate statement earlier Saturday, Hamas said Israel's Gaza operations endangered not only Palestinian civilians but also the remaining hostages.
The offensive not only "kills defenceless civilians but also makes the fate of the occupation's prisoners (hostages) uncertain", Hamas said.
During their October 7, 2023 attack on Israel that triggered the war in the Gaza Strip, Palestinian militants took 251 hostages.
Fifty-eight hostages remain in captivity, including 34 whom the Israeli military says are dead.
During a recent ceasefire that ended on March 18 when Israel resumed air strikes on Gaza, militants released 33 hostages, among them eight bodies.
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world: Hamas's armed wing, the Ezzedine al-Qassam Brigades, published the more than three-minute clip showing the hostage seated in a small, enclosed space.

Hamas's armed wing released a video on Saturday showing an Israeli-American hostage alive, in which he criticises the Israeli government for failing to secure his release. Israeli campaign group the Hostages and Missing Families Forum identified him as Edan Alexander, a soldier in an elite infantry unit on the Gaza border when he was abducted by Palestinian militants during their October 7 attack on Israel. AFP was unable to determine when the video was filmed. Also read: US claims Israeli hostages in Gaza could be released soon Hamas's armed wing, the Ezzedine al-Qassam Brigades, published the more than three-minute clip showing the hostage seated in a small, enclosed space. In the video, he says he wants to return home to celebrate the holidays. Israel is currently marking Passover, the holiday that commemorates the biblical liberation of the Israelites from slavery in Egypt. Alexander, who turned 21 in captivity, was born in Tel Aviv and grew up in the US state of New Jersey, returning to Israel after high school to join the army. Also read: 'Ball is now in Israel, America’s court': Hamas agrees to release five hostages for Eid al-Fitr "As we begin the holiday evening in the USA, our family in Israel is preparing to sit around the Seder table," Alexander's family said in a statement released by the forum. "Our Edan, a lone soldier who immigrated to Israel and enlisted in the Golani Brigade to defend the country and its citizens, is still being held captive by Hamas. "When you sit down to mark Passover, remember that this is not a holiday of freedom as long as Edan and the other hostages are not home," the family added. The family did not authorise media to broadcast the footage. Alexander appears to be speaking under duress in the video, making frequent hand gestures as he criticises Prime Minister Benjamin Netanyahu's government for failing to secure his release. The video was released hours after Defence Minister Israel Katz announced that Israel's military had seized the new Morag axis between the southern cities of Rafah and Khan Yunis. Katz also outlined plans to expand Israel's ongoing offensive across much of the Gaza Strip. In a separate statement earlier Saturday, Hamas said Israel's Gaza operations endangered not only Palestinian civilians but also the remaining hostages. The offensive not only "kills defenceless civilians but also makes the fate of the occupation's prisoners (hostages) uncertain", Hamas said. During their October 7, 2023 attack on Israel that triggered the war in the Gaza Strip, Palestinian militants took 251 hostages. Fifty-eight hostages remain in captivity, including 34 whom the Israeli military says are dead. During a recent ceasefire that ended on March 18 when Israel resumed air strikes on Gaza, militants released 33 hostages, among them eight bodies. Disclaimer: This story has been published from a news agency feed with minimal edits to adhere to WION's style guide. The headline may have been changed to better reflect the content of the story or to make it more suitable for WION audience.

Hamas releases video showing Israeli-American hostage alive; captive slams Israeli govt for failing to secure his release

Hamas officials are in Cairo for urgent truce negotiations as Israel’s military campaign intensifies across Gaza. Israeli Minister Katz warned civilians to remove Hamas or face a final assault. The IDF has fully encircled Rafah and taken control of the key Morag Corridor.

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Israel's military to fire air force reservists who signed a letter condemning Gaza war. The letter claims, "The war serves political interests, not security interests." It demands immediate return of the hostages, even if it meant ending the fighting. Any active reservist who signed the letter will not be able to continue serving, Israeli Army said. It did not say how many people will be fired or if the firings had begun.

Israel-Hamas war: Israel's army says it will fire air force reservists who condemn Gaza war

Israeli airstrikes continue to pound Gaza, flattening homes and injuring civilians in areas like Shejaia. The death toll has surged to 1,500 in just three weeks since the bombardment resumed in March. Meanwhile, 10 Palestinian detainees have been released and transported to a Gaza hospital by the Red Cross, amid growing international concern.

Israel-Hamas war: Israel kills 1,500 Palestinians in 3 weeks

Israel is set to dismiss several Air Force pilots who signed a petition criticizing the Gaza war and calling for a ceasefire tied to a hostage deal. The move has sparked internal dissent, with Prime Minister Netanyahu backing the crackdown on reservists. Tensions grow within Israel’s defense ranks as public pressure mounts over the Gaza campaign.

Israel moves to fire air force pilots over anti-war petition on Gaza conflict

Hamas on Monday (April 07) accused US President <a href="https://www.wionews.com/donald-trump" rel="dofollow">Donald </a><a href="https://www.wionews.com/donald-trump" rel="dofollow">Trump's</a> administration of being complicit with Israel in what it claims is a cover-up of the killing of humanitarian workers in Gaza.
The group stated on Monday in response to comments by US National Security Council spokesperson Brian Hughes, who appeared to defend Israel&rsquo;s actions and placed blame on Hamas for the deaths of Red Crescent workers.
Hamas strongly rejected Hughes's comments, calling them "nothing but lies, lacking any evidence." In a statement posted on Telegram, the group condemned the White House&rsquo;s stance.
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&ldquo;The statements made by Brian Hughes, the spokesperson for the US National Security Council, expressing President Trump's and his administration's understanding of the crime of executing the Red Crescent and Civil Defense crews in Rafah, represent a horrific example of unethical solidarity with the Nazis of our time, in their brutal war against innocent civilians and humanitarian organizations.&rdquo;
&ldquo;Hughes' accusations against Hamas for using ambulances are nothing but lies, lacking any evidence. The US&nbsp;administration, along with the war criminal Netanyahu's government, is spreading these falsehoods to justify their horrific and documented crime against paramedics and rescue workers,&rdquo; the statement added.
Brian Hughes had earlier said that Hamas was responsible for the situation by allegedly using ambulances and civilians as shields.
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&ldquo;Hamas uses ambulances and more broadly human shields for terrorism. President Trump understands the impossible situation this tactic creates for Israel and holds Hamas entirely responsible,&rdquo; Hughes said, according to Reuters.
<h2>What happened?</h2>
At least 15 paramedics and emergency responders were killed in March during Israel&rsquo;s military operations in Rafah. Their bodies were later discovered in a shallow grave by officials from the United Nations and the Palestinian Red Crescent Society (PRCS).
Israel initially said the victims were suspected Hamas operatives. However, video footage reportedly retrieved from the phone of one of the victims has cast doubt on that claim. The Israeli military has since said it is investigating the incident.
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The incident has drawn international concern as scrutiny intensifies over the conduct of the Israeli military in Gaza.
(With inputs from agencies)

World: Hamas strongly rejected US comments, calling them "nothing but lies, lacking any evidence." In a statement posted on Telegram, the group condemned the White House’s stance.

Hamas on Monday (April 07) accused US President Donald Trump's administration of being complicit with Israel in what it claims is a cover-up of the killing of humanitarian workers in Gaza. The group stated on Monday in response to comments by US National Security Council spokesperson Brian Hughes, who appeared to defend Israel’s actions and placed blame on Hamas for the deaths of Red Crescent workers. Hamas strongly rejected Hughes's comments, calling them "nothing but lies, lacking any evidence." In a statement posted on Telegram, the group condemned the White House’s stance. Also read: What is Israeli ‘kill zone’ where IDF troops razed all structures for ‘clear line of sight’ “The statements made by Brian Hughes, the spokesperson for the US National Security Council, expressing President Trump's and his administration's understanding of the crime of executing the Red Crescent and Civil Defense crews in Rafah, represent a horrific example of unethical solidarity with the Nazis of our time, in their brutal war against innocent civilians and humanitarian organizations.” “Hughes' accusations against Hamas for using ambulances are nothing but lies, lacking any evidence. The US administration, along with the war criminal Netanyahu's government, is spreading these falsehoods to justify their horrific and documented crime against paramedics and rescue workers,” the statement added. Brian Hughes had earlier said that Hamas was responsible for the situation by allegedly using ambulances and civilians as shields. Also read: Israel kills Hamas 'commander' in Lebanon strike, expands ground offensive in Gaza “Hamas uses ambulances and more broadly human shields for terrorism. President Trump understands the impossible situation this tactic creates for Israel and holds Hamas entirely responsible,” Hughes said, according to Reuters. What happened? At least 15 paramedics and emergency responders were killed in March during Israel’s military operations in Rafah. Their bodies were later discovered in a shallow grave by officials from the United Nations and the Palestinian Red Crescent Society (PRCS). Israel initially said the victims were suspected Hamas operatives. However, video footage reportedly retrieved from the phone of one of the victims has cast doubt on that claim. The Israeli military has since said it is investigating the incident. Also read: Mexico ‘does not rule out’ reciprocal tariffs on US goods, says President Claudia Sheinbaum The incident has drawn international concern as scrutiny intensifies over the conduct of the Israeli military in Gaza. (With inputs from agencies)

‘Unethical solidarity’: Hamas slams Trump for backing 'Nazis' after White House defends Israel over Gaza paramedic killings

As the war rages on between Israel and Hamas, the Israeli Defense Forces have deployed troops to its new security corridor, Morag, in southern Gaza.

Israel-Hamas war: Israel continues military operations in Gaza City

Violence is surging across the Occupied West Bank and Gaza as Israeli forces intensify operations. The IDF has killed teenage stone-throwers, and a strike on Gaza City has left 30 dead. Hamas warns the offensive endangers hostage lives, while even Israeli generals condemn settler violence.

Hamas: Israeli offensive in Gaza 'highly dangerous' for hostages

Israeli air strikes killed at least 100 Palestinians across the Gaza Strip, including a strike in the north on a school serving as a shelter for displaced people.

Israel-Hamas war: 31 killed in Israeli strikes on Gaza school

Israeli Prime Minister Benjamin Netanyahu has said that his military is dissecting the Gaza Strip and seizing territory to pressure Hamas into freeing hostages still held there.

Israel-Hamas war: Israeli army 'dissecting' Gaza to retrieve hostages

The Palestinian militant group Hamas tortured a Palestinian man to death after he criticised the group publicly and participated in rare anti-Hamas protests in Gaza, his family said.&nbsp;
22-year-old Uday Rabie was taken last week by dozens of armed fighters with Hamas' military wing, the Al-Qassam Brigades, in the Tal al-Hawa neighbourhood of Gaza City, his brother Hassan Rabie told CNN.&nbsp;
Rabie had altercations with members of the group around a month before his death and had expressed fears that militants would come for him, his brother said.&nbsp;
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Uday also participated with thousands of others in anti-Hamas and anti-war protests that took place last week, his brother said.&nbsp;
Hassan said that his brother also chanted "No to Hamas" during a rally in the al-Rimal neighborhood of Gaza City.
<h2>What happened with Uday?</h2>
A group of armed men, affiliated with the Al-Qassam Brigades kidnapped Uday last Friday, and then tortured him, Hassan said.&nbsp;
He was then taken off the street, days after he protested.&nbsp;
&ldquo;They took him, they kept torturing him,&rdquo; Hassan told CNN. &ldquo;They then called me and said, come get your brother.&rdquo;
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Hassan continued that "his brother was still alive" when the group returned him. Rabie was only wearing underwear and the fighters had him &ldquo;tied by the neck with a rope, and were dragging him, beating him,&rdquo; Hassan said.
&ldquo;They handed him over to me, and told me, in these words: This is the fate of everyone who disrespects Al-Qassam Brigades and speaks ill of them,&rdquo; Hassan said.
He further said that he collected his injured brother and took him to a nearby hospital. According to footage shared on social media, Rabie was seen lying on a hospital bed, covered in large cuts and bruises that stretched along his arms, back and feet.&nbsp;
Later, Hassan confirmed the authenticity of the video, and said the man on the bed was indeed his brother.
After being taken to the hospital, Rabie died shortly, his brother said.&nbsp;
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A photo shared with CNN showed Rabie after he died, his face heavily bruised, with parts of his hair and one eyebrow shaved.&nbsp;
Hassan said that the family is &ldquo;sure&rdquo; Rabie was killed by members of the Al-Qassam Brigades, adding that &ldquo;we have half of their names.&rdquo;
However, the Al-Qassam Brigades has not yet publicly commented on the accusations.
Rabie&rsquo;s family published a statement on Facebook, saying that "a group claiming to be from Al-Qassam Brigades&rdquo; kidnapped Rabie at 8:30 p.m. on Friday. After hours of searching for Rabie, the statement said, his family was told he was in the hands of the group, who said he needed to be &ldquo;disciplined&rdquo; for &ldquo;cursing them.&rdquo;
Rabie was &ldquo;tortured in the most severe manner with all kinds of sharp and hard objects.&rdquo; He suffered &ldquo;internal bleeding,&rdquo; as well as several injuries to the head, pelvis and back, his family said, according to the statement.&nbsp;
Rabie's family demanded retribution, adding that Hamas brought those who killed him to justice.&nbsp;
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(With inputs from agencies)

World: Rabie had altercations with members of the group around a month before his death and had expressed fears that militants would come for him, his brother said.

The Palestinian militant group Hamas tortured a Palestinian man to death after he criticised the group publicly and participated in rare anti-Hamas protests in Gaza, his family said. 22-year-old Uday Rabie was taken last week by dozens of armed fighters with Hamas' military wing, the Al-Qassam Brigades, in the Tal al-Hawa neighbourhood of Gaza City, his brother Hassan Rabie told CNN. Rabie had altercations with members of the group around a month before his death and had expressed fears that militants would come for him, his brother said. Also read: 'Don't withhold explosive, bullet, knife, or stone': Hamas leader urges supporters to fight Trump's 'sinister' Gaza plan Uday also participated with thousands of others in anti-Hamas and anti-war protests that took place last week, his brother said. Hassan said that his brother also chanted "No to Hamas" during a rally in the al-Rimal neighborhood of Gaza City. What happened with Uday? A group of armed men, affiliated with the Al-Qassam Brigades kidnapped Uday last Friday, and then tortured him, Hassan said. He was then taken off the street, days after he protested. “They took him, they kept torturing him,” Hassan told CNN. “They then called me and said, come get your brother.” Also read: 'Lay down arms and leave': Netanyahu offers Hamas leaders way out of Gaza, but with one condition Hassan continued that "his brother was still alive" when the group returned him. Rabie was only wearing underwear and the fighters had him “tied by the neck with a rope, and were dragging him, beating him,” Hassan said. “They handed him over to me, and told me, in these words: This is the fate of everyone who disrespects Al-Qassam Brigades and speaks ill of them,” Hassan said. He further said that he collected his injured brother and took him to a nearby hospital. According to footage shared on social media, Rabie was seen lying on a hospital bed, covered in large cuts and bruises that stretched along his arms, back and feet. Later, Hassan confirmed the authenticity of the video, and said the man on the bed was indeed his brother. After being taken to the hospital, Rabie died shortly, his brother said. Also read: Hezbollah confirms top official Hassan Bdair among four dead in Israeli strike on Beirut A photo shared with CNN showed Rabie after he died, his face heavily bruised, with parts of his hair and one eyebrow shaved. Hassan said that the family is “sure” Rabie was killed by members of the Al-Qassam Brigades, adding that “we have half of their names.” However, the Al-Qassam Brigades has not yet publicly commented on the accusations. Rabie’s family published a statement on Facebook, saying that "a group claiming to be from Al-Qassam Brigades” kidnapped Rabie at 8:30 p.m. on Friday. After hours of searching for Rabie, the statement said, his family was told he was in the hands of the group, who said he needed to be “disciplined” for “cursing them.” Rabie was “tortured in the most severe manner with all kinds of sharp and hard objects.” He suffered “internal bleeding,” as well as several injuries to the head, pelvis and back, his family said, according to the statement. Rabie's family demanded retribution, adding that Hamas brought those who killed him to justice. Also read: Eid in Gaza amid food shortages and outrage over the killing of eight medics (With inputs from agencies)

'Tied, dragged and beaten to death': Hamas kills Palestinian man for criticising militant group

The Palestinian media reports indicate Israel has carried out airstrikes in the Gaza Strip. While there is no confirmation from the IDF yet, the airstrikes were reportedly carried out in the southern city of Khan Younis and Rafah. Watch in for more details!

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Israeli police on Monday arrested two of Prime Minister Benjamin Netanyahu’s senior aides as part of the widening "Qatargate" scandal, just hours before Netanyahu was questioned by investigators over the matter. Watch this report for more details!

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Israel-Hamas war: Netanyahu tightens grip on power amid political and security crisis

A senior Hamas official has called on supporters worldwide to take up arms in response to US President <a href="https://www.wionews.com/donald-trump" rel="dofollow noopener" target="_blank">Donald Trump's</a> proposal to relocate over two million Gazans to neighbouring countries, including Egypt and Jordan.
"In the face of this sinister plan, one that combines massacres with starvation, anyone who can bear arms, anywhere in the world, must take action," Sami Abu Zuhri said in a statement on Monday.
"Do not withhold an explosive, a bullet, a knife, or a stone. Let everyone break their silence," he added.
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Abu Zuhri&rsquo;s statement follows Israeli Prime Minister Benjamin Netanyahu&rsquo;s offer to allow Hamas leaders to leave Gaza, provided the group disarms as the war nears its final stages. While Hamas has shown openness to yielding control over Gaza&rsquo;s administration, it insists that its weapons remain a "red line".
Netanyahu confirmed that Israel was working to implement Trump&rsquo;s plan to displace Gazans to other countries. "After the war, Israel will maintain overall security in Gaza and enable the implementation of the Trump plan," Netanyahu said, referring to what had initially been described as a "voluntary migration plan" for all 2.4 million people in the Palestinian territory.
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Trump first suggested relocating Gaza's population shortly after returning to office in January, proposing that Egypt or Jordan take them in. However, both countries, along with other Arab nations and the Palestinians themselves, have firmly rejected the idea.
In mid-March, Trump appeared to backtrack, saying, "Nobody's expelling any Palestinians," in comments at the White House. These remarks were welcomed by Egypt, Jordan, and the Palestine Liberation Organization (PLO).
Since then, Arab nations have put forward an alternative plan for rebuilding Gaza without displacing its residents.
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(With inputs from agencies)

World: "In the face of this sinister plan, one that combines massacres with starvation, anyone who can bear arms, anywhere in the world, must take action," Sami Abu Zuhri said in a statement on Monday. Middle East

A senior Hamas official has called on supporters worldwide to take up arms in response to US President Donald Trump's proposal to relocate over two million Gazans to neighbouring countries, including Egypt and Jordan. "In the face of this sinister plan, one that combines massacres with starvation, anyone who can bear arms, anywhere in the world, must take action," Sami Abu Zuhri said in a statement on Monday. "Do not withhold an explosive, a bullet, a knife, or a stone. Let everyone break their silence," he added. Also read: 'Lay down arms and leave': Netanyahu offers Hamas leaders way out of Gaza, but with one condition Abu Zuhri’s statement follows Israeli Prime Minister Benjamin Netanyahu’s offer to allow Hamas leaders to leave Gaza, provided the group disarms as the war nears its final stages. While Hamas has shown openness to yielding control over Gaza’s administration, it insists that its weapons remain a "red line". Netanyahu confirmed that Israel was working to implement Trump’s plan to displace Gazans to other countries. "After the war, Israel will maintain overall security in Gaza and enable the implementation of the Trump plan," Netanyahu said, referring to what had initially been described as a "voluntary migration plan" for all 2.4 million people in the Palestinian territory. Also read: ‘Won’t allow any fire’: Netanyahu warns of strikes ‘everywhere in Lebanon’ after hitting Beirut Trump first suggested relocating Gaza's population shortly after returning to office in January, proposing that Egypt or Jordan take them in. However, both countries, along with other Arab nations and the Palestinians themselves, have firmly rejected the idea. In mid-March, Trump appeared to backtrack, saying, "Nobody's expelling any Palestinians," in comments at the White House. These remarks were welcomed by Egypt, Jordan, and the Palestine Liberation Organization (PLO). Since then, Arab nations have put forward an alternative plan for rebuilding Gaza without displacing its residents. Also read: Iran's missiles in ready-to-launch mode in underground facilities as Trump warns of military action (With inputs from agencies)

'Don't withhold explosive, bullet, knife, or stone': Hamas leader urges supporters to fight Trump's 'sinister' Gaza plan

Israeli Prime Minister Benjamin Netanyahu laid out new terms for Hamas, saying the leaders of the group would be allowed to leave the Gaza Strip if they “give up arms". Watch this report for more details!

Israel-hamas war: Netanyahu vows to crush Hamas to ensure release of hostages

For the second consecutive year in a row, Eid Al-Fitr in Gaza was marked by grief instead of joy, as Israeli airstrikes continued. Watch this report for more details!

Palestinians mark a bleak Eid under Israeli bombardment and dwindling supplies

Israeli Prime Minister <a href="https://www.wionews.com/benjamin-netanyahu" rel="dofollow noopener" target="_blank">Benjamin Netanyahu</a> has said he is willing to allow Hamas leaders to leave the Gaza Strip, but only if the group agrees to disarm. The announcement came as Israel continued its military operations in Gaza.
On Sunday morning, an Israeli airstrike hit a house and a tent sheltering displaced people in Khan Yunis, killing at least eight individuals, including five children, according to Gaza&rsquo;s civil defence agency. The attack occurred on the first day of Eid al-Fitr, the festival that marks the end of Ramadan.
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Israel restarted intense bombing across Gaza on 18 March, followed by a new ground assault. This ended nearly two months of ceasefire between Israel and Hamas.
At the start of a cabinet meeting on Sunday, Netanyahu dismissed claims that Israel was not engaged in talks to secure the release of hostages held in Gaza.
&ldquo;We are negotiating under fire... We can see cracks beginning to appear,&rdquo; he said. &ldquo;Hamas must lay down its arms. Its leaders will be allowed to leave,&rdquo; he added.
Netanyahu also stressed that Israel&rsquo;s military approach was yielding results. &ldquo;The military pressure is working,&rdquo; he added, noting that it was weakening Hamas and increasing the chances of hostage releases.
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While Hamas has shown a readiness to give up administrative control of Gaza, the group has warned that surrendering its weapons remains a &ldquo;red line&rdquo;.
Talks to reach another ceasefire and secure the release of Israeli hostages are ongoing, with Egypt, Qatar and the United States leading mediation efforts.
On Saturday, a senior Hamas official confirmed the group had accepted a new ceasefire proposal and called on Israel to do the same. Netanyahu&rsquo;s office later said Israel had received the proposal and had submitted a counteroffer.
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(With inputs from agencies)

World: At the start of a cabinet meeting on Sunday, Netanyahu dismissed claims that Israel was not engaged in talks to secure the release of hostages held in Gaza. Middle East

Israeli Prime Minister Benjamin Netanyahu has said he is willing to allow Hamas leaders to leave the Gaza Strip, but only if the group agrees to disarm. The announcement came as Israel continued its military operations in Gaza. On Sunday morning, an Israeli airstrike hit a house and a tent sheltering displaced people in Khan Yunis, killing at least eight individuals, including five children, according to Gaza’s civil defence agency. The attack occurred on the first day of Eid al-Fitr, the festival that marks the end of Ramadan. Also read: 'Ball is now in Israel, America’s court': Hamas agrees to release five hostages for Eid al-Fitr Israel restarted intense bombing across Gaza on 18 March, followed by a new ground assault. This ended nearly two months of ceasefire between Israel and Hamas. At the start of a cabinet meeting on Sunday, Netanyahu dismissed claims that Israel was not engaged in talks to secure the release of hostages held in Gaza. “We are negotiating under fire... We can see cracks beginning to appear,” he said. “Hamas must lay down its arms. Its leaders will be allowed to leave,” he added. Netanyahu also stressed that Israel’s military approach was yielding results. “The military pressure is working,” he added, noting that it was weakening Hamas and increasing the chances of hostage releases. Also read: The Academy apologises for not supporting No Other Land director Hamdan Ballal who was attacked and arrested by Israelis While Hamas has shown a readiness to give up administrative control of Gaza, the group has warned that surrendering its weapons remains a “red line”. Talks to reach another ceasefire and secure the release of Israeli hostages are ongoing, with Egypt, Qatar and the United States leading mediation efforts. On Saturday, a senior Hamas official confirmed the group had accepted a new ceasefire proposal and called on Israel to do the same. Netanyahu’s office later said Israel had received the proposal and had submitted a counteroffer. Also read: Naim Qassem slams Israeli attacks on Lebanon, says, 'Hezbollah will be forced to take other options if...' (With inputs from agencies)

'Lay down arms and leave': Netanyahu offers Hamas leaders way out of Gaza, but with one condition

Netanyahu: Hamas leaders are allowed to leave Gaza if they lay down arms

A day after a deadly earthquake jolted Myanmar, the ruling junta said that 1644 people have died so far, with over 3400 people injured. The junta's information team said that at least 139 people are still missing after the 7.7 magnitude earthquake jolted Myanmar on Friday.&nbsp;
Meanwhile, the Palestinian militant group Hamas has agreed to release five hostages in return for a ceasefire during the Eid al-Fitr holiday, according to Egyptian officials speaking to the Qatari news outlet, The New Arab.
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World: Hamas has agreed to release five hostages in return for a ceasefire during the Eid al-Fitr holiday, according to Egyptian officials speaking to Qatari media.

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Hamas has reportedly agreed to release five hostages in return for a ceasefire during the Eid al-Fitr holiday, according to Egyptian officials speaking to the Qatari news outlet, The New Arab.
&ldquo;The ball is now in the Israeli government and Americans&rsquo; court,&rdquo; the officials stated, suggesting the next move lies with Israel and the United States.
As part of the proposed deal, US-Israeli citizen Edan Alexander is expected to be among those freed. Both the United States and Qatar are said to be playing active roles in pushing the agreement forward.
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Eid al-Fitr is set to begin on Sunday and conclude on Wednesday.
Earlier, sources familiar with the talks told Lebanon&rsquo;s Al-Akhbar that Egypt&rsquo;s proposal includes a temporary ceasefire of around 50 days. In exchange, five Israeli hostages would be released, along with a number of Palestinian prisoners. The arrangement would also see the establishment of a mechanism to allow more humanitarian aid, such as food, medicine, and other essential supplies, to enter Gaza.
<h2>IDF admits mistakenly firing on ambulances in Rafah</h2>
Meanwhile, the Israeli military has admitted that its forces mistakenly fired on ambulances and fire trucks in Rafah, southern Gaza, during an operation last Sunday that targeted and killed several Hamas operatives.
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The incident occurred in the Tel Sultan area, where Hamas officials claim at least one rescue worker lost their life.
According to the Israel Defense Forces (IDF), troops initially targeted Hamas vehicles, eliminating several militants. &ldquo;A few minutes afterward, additional vehicles advanced suspiciously toward the troops&hellip; The troops responded by firing toward the suspicious vehicles, eliminating a number of Hamas and Islamic Jihad terrorists,&rdquo; the IDF said in a statement.
However, a preliminary investigation revealed that &ldquo;some of the suspicious vehicles&hellip; were ambulances and fire trucks.&rdquo; 
The military condemned what it called the repeated use of emergency vehicles by &ldquo;terrorist organisations in the Gaza Strip&rdquo; for militant activities. It did not confirm whether any of those vehicles had been firing at Israeli forces.
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On Friday, Hamas's civil defence service reported that the remains of the team leader and the damaged vehicles, an ambulance and a fire truck, had been recovered. They added that a vehicle belonging to the Palestine Red Crescent Society had also been destroyed, describing it as &ldquo;reduced to a pile of scrap metal.&rdquo;
(With inputs from agencies)

World: As part of the proposed deal, US-Israeli citizen Edan Alexander is expected to be among those freed. Both the United States and Qatar are said to be playing active roles in pushing the agreement forward. Middle East

Hamas has reportedly agreed to release five hostages in return for a ceasefire during the Eid al-Fitr holiday, according to Egyptian officials speaking to the Qatari news outlet, The New Arab. “The ball is now in the Israeli government and Americans’ court,” the officials stated, suggesting the next move lies with Israel and the United States. As part of the proposed deal, US-Israeli citizen Edan Alexander is expected to be among those freed. Both the United States and Qatar are said to be playing active roles in pushing the agreement forward. Also read: 'Visa to study, not to become social activist': US state secretary Rubio after detention of Turkish student for 'supporting' Hamas Eid al-Fitr is set to begin on Sunday and conclude on Wednesday. Earlier, sources familiar with the talks told Lebanon’s Al-Akhbar that Egypt’s proposal includes a temporary ceasefire of around 50 days. In exchange, five Israeli hostages would be released, along with a number of Palestinian prisoners. The arrangement would also see the establishment of a mechanism to allow more humanitarian aid, such as food, medicine, and other essential supplies, to enter Gaza. IDF admits mistakenly firing on ambulances in Rafah Meanwhile, the Israeli military has admitted that its forces mistakenly fired on ambulances and fire trucks in Rafah, southern Gaza, during an operation last Sunday that targeted and killed several Hamas operatives. Also read: Will return hostages ‘in coffins’ if Israel tries to release them by ‘force’, warns Hamas The incident occurred in the Tel Sultan area, where Hamas officials claim at least one rescue worker lost their life. According to the Israel Defense Forces (IDF), troops initially targeted Hamas vehicles, eliminating several militants. “A few minutes afterward, additional vehicles advanced suspiciously toward the troops… The troops responded by firing toward the suspicious vehicles, eliminating a number of Hamas and Islamic Jihad terrorists,” the IDF said in a statement. However, a preliminary investigation revealed that “some of the suspicious vehicles… were ambulances and fire trucks.” The military condemned what it called the repeated use of emergency vehicles by “terrorist organisations in the Gaza Strip” for militant activities. It did not confirm whether any of those vehicles had been firing at Israeli forces. Also read: Israeli strike hits Beirut for first time since Hezbollah ceasefire; Lebanon hunts those behind rocket attack on Israel On Friday, Hamas's civil defence service reported that the remains of the team leader and the damaged vehicles, an ambulance and a fire truck, had been recovered. They added that a vehicle belonging to the Palestine Red Crescent Society had also been destroyed, describing it as “reduced to a pile of scrap metal.” (With inputs from agencies)

'Ball is now in Israel, America’s court': Hamas agrees to release five hostages for Eid al-Fitr

Israel has launched airstrikes on Beirut, marking its first attack on the city since the ceasefire. The strikes come in retaliation for rockets fired into northern Israel. Meanwhile, the US has defended Israel’s actions, urging Lebanon to disarm Hezbollah. Washington has also imposed fresh sanctions targeting Hezbollah’s financial network.

Israel continues military offensive in Northern Gaza

Oscar-winning Palestinian filmmaker Hamdan Ballal was lynched by Israeli settlers in the occupied West Bank. The No Other Land director says the plan all along was to kill him.

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Egypt, one of the mediators in the Gaza ceasefire negotiations, has received positive indications from Israel over a new ceasefire proposal that would include a transitional phase. Watch this report for more details!

Egypt sees 'positive signals' in Gaza truce talks

Ranjani Srinivasan, an Indian student enrolled at Columbia University, who self-deported to Canada after her student visa was revoked for allegedly supporting Hamas, broke the silence about her ordeal on Thursday (March 27).&nbsp;
The 37-year-old Indian PhD student never imagined that her academic journey at the Ivy League university would come to such a drastic end.&nbsp;
She stressed that her university, Columbia University has "let her down", hoping that her enrolment at the university will be restored.&nbsp;
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Srinivasan was accused of being a supporter and sympathiser of the Palestinian militant group Hamas. She was about to complete her PhD when US President Donald Trump's administration revoked her student visa for her alleged involvement in propagating and aligning with Hamas.
Her student visa was renewed in December - just a month before Trump's inauguration at the White House.
"I spent five years at Columbia University, working, I don't know, maybe 100 hours a week sometimes. I never expected the institution to let me down. But it did," she told Al Jazeera in an interview.
"I hope Columbia comes to its senses and re-enrolls me," she said, hoping for fairness and justice from an institution of global repute.
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"All the requirements for my PhD are complete, and whatever is left, I don't even need to be in the US for it," she said, adding "So, I'm trying to appeal to Columbia" for them to do their bit.
<h2>How was she self deported?</h2>
Srinivasan received an email on March 6 when she woke up in her Columbia-owned apartment from the US consulate in Chennai, informing her that her visa had been cancelled.&nbsp;
She immediately checked the official immigration portal and found confirmation that her visa, which was renewed months earlier until 2029, was no longer valid.
As she panicked, Srinivasan contacted Columbia's International Students and Scholars Office (ISSO).&nbsp;
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Later, the office assured her that her student status (I-20) was still intact and scheduled a Zoom meeting for the next day.
The Next day, ten minutes into that Zoom call, there was a knock on her door.&nbsp;
US Immigration and Customs Enforcement were on the door, who without properly identifying themselves, demanded entry, and said they intended to place her in removal proceedings. Her roommate refused to open the door.
&ldquo;I freaked out. Why is ICE at my door?&rdquo; Srinivasan recalled. &ldquo;You live in Columbia housing, a place you&rsquo;d consider safe. The fact that they entered without a warrant was terrifying.&rdquo;
The ISSO adviser on the call, visibly shocked, muted herself to make frantic calls before providing Srinivasan with a list of lawyers. She said Columbia&rsquo;s Public Safety advised her not to open the door but offered little else.
The next day, the agents returned to her door, warning that they would keep coming "every day" until she was placed in removal proceedings.&nbsp;
It was the same day when Mahmoud Khalil, a Palestinian Green Card holder and protest leader, was arrested from Columbia housing.
Also read: <a href="https://www.wionews.com/india-news/how-indian-columbia-student-ranjani-srinivasan-doged-immigration-officials-before-self-deporting-8859224">&lsquo;Feared for my life&rsquo;: How Columbia student ai Srinivasan dodged immigration officials before &lsquo;self-deporting&rsquo;</a>
&ldquo;That&rsquo;s when I realized I have no rights in this system,&rdquo; Srinivasan said. &ldquo;Columbia knew ICE was operating on campus but seemed uninterested in intervening.&rdquo;
And, by March 9, Columbia revoked her student's status and ordered her to vacate university housing.&nbsp;
However, she did not wait for deportation and with no legal recourse, she packed a single bag, leaving behind her furniture, belongings, and even her cat, Cricket&mdash;and fled to Canada on March 11 using a visitor visa she had previously secured for academic workshops and conferences.
Three days later, Homeland Security Secretary Kristi Noem posted a photo of Srinivasan on X, calling her a "terrorist sympathiser" and claiming that she had "self-deported" using a border control app.&nbsp;
&ldquo;If supporting the idea of human rights or ending a genocide is equated with supporting Hamas, then anyone in proximity to me &ndash; without me having done anything &ndash; can just be picked up and made an example of,&rdquo; Srinivasan said.
(With inputs from agencies)

World: The 37-year-old Indian PhD student Ranjani Srinivasan never imagined that her academic journey at the Ivy League university would come to such a drastic end.

Ranjani Srinivasan, an Indian student enrolled at Columbia University, who self-deported to Canada after her student visa was revoked for allegedly supporting Hamas, broke the silence about her ordeal on Thursday (March 27). The 37-year-old Indian PhD student never imagined that her academic journey at the Ivy League university would come to such a drastic end. She stressed that her university, Columbia University has "let her down", hoping that her enrolment at the university will be restored. Also read: Trump admin targeting me for 'political beliefs': Mahmoud Khalil decries arrest in his first public statement Srinivasan was accused of being a supporter and sympathiser of the Palestinian militant group Hamas. She was about to complete her PhD when US President Donald Trump's administration revoked her student visa for her alleged involvement in propagating and aligning with Hamas. Her student visa was renewed in December - just a month before Trump's inauguration at the White House. "I spent five years at Columbia University, working, I don't know, maybe 100 hours a week sometimes. I never expected the institution to let me down. But it did," she told Al Jazeera in an interview. "I hope Columbia comes to its senses and re-enrolls me," she said, hoping for fairness and justice from an institution of global repute. Also read: Jewish protesters fill NY's Trump Tower demanding pro-Palestine activist Mahmoud Khalil's release, 98 arrested "All the requirements for my PhD are complete, and whatever is left, I don't even need to be in the US for it," she said, adding "So, I'm trying to appeal to Columbia" for them to do their bit. How was she self deported? Srinivasan received an email on March 6 when she woke up in her Columbia-owned apartment from the US consulate in Chennai, informing her that her visa had been cancelled. She immediately checked the official immigration portal and found confirmation that her visa, which was renewed months earlier until 2029, was no longer valid. As she panicked, Srinivasan contacted Columbia's International Students and Scholars Office (ISSO). Also read: Columbia University student, permanent US resident, sues Trump administration for trying to deport her Later, the office assured her that her student status (I-20) was still intact and scheduled a Zoom meeting for the next day. The Next day, ten minutes into that Zoom call, there was a knock on her door. US Immigration and Customs Enforcement were on the door, who without properly identifying themselves, demanded entry, and said they intended to place her in removal proceedings. Her roommate refused to open the door. “I freaked out. Why is ICE at my door?” Srinivasan recalled. “You live in Columbia housing, a place you’d consider safe. The fact that they entered without a warrant was terrifying.” The ISSO adviser on the call, visibly shocked, muted herself to make frantic calls before providing Srinivasan with a list of lawyers. She said Columbia’s Public Safety advised her not to open the door but offered little else. The next day, the agents returned to her door, warning that they would keep coming "every day" until she was placed in removal proceedings. It was the same day when Mahmoud Khalil, a Palestinian Green Card holder and protest leader, was arrested from Columbia housing. Also read: ‘Feared for my life’: How Columbia student ai Srinivasan dodged immigration officials before ‘self-deporting’ “That’s when I realized I have no rights in this system,” Srinivasan said. “Columbia knew ICE was operating on campus but seemed uninterested in intervening.” And, by March 9, Columbia revoked her student's status and ordered her to vacate university housing. However, she did not wait for deportation and with no legal recourse, she packed a single bag, leaving behind her furniture, belongings, and even her cat, Cricket—and fled to Canada on March 11 using a visitor visa she had previously secured for academic workshops and conferences. Three days later, Homeland Security Secretary Kristi Noem posted a photo of Srinivasan on X, calling her a "terrorist sympathiser" and claiming that she had "self-deported" using a border control app. “If supporting the idea of human rights or ending a genocide is equated with supporting Hamas, then anyone in proximity to me – without me having done anything – can just be picked up and made an example of,” Srinivasan said. (With inputs from agencies)

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