According to reports, Israel has submitted a revised proposal to Hamas, signaling its willingness to agree to a ceasefire lasting up to 60 days. The updated terms largely reflect a phased approach discussed in August, but the focus has shifted to ensuring the immediate execution of the first phase. This phase is believed to prioritize the release of hostages and may include reciprocal concessions. The proposal aims to create a framework for broader negotiations while addressing urgent humanitarian and security concerns. Watch in for more details!

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The body of a hostage has been recovered from Gaza amid the ongoing Israel-Hamas conflict. This development adds to the tension and sorrow experienced by families and communities affected by the violence. Amnesty International has stated that Israel's actions in its war against Hamas in the Gaza Strip amount to genocide under international law. A report reviewing events in Gaza from October 2023 to July 2024 concluded that Israel has persistently and ruthlessly attacked the area, causing devastation to the Gaza Strip's 2.3 million residents, with total impunity.

Israel-Hamas War: Israel's War In Gaza Amounts To Genocide, Says Amnesty International

The body of a hostage has been recovered from Gaza amid the ongoing Israel-Hamas conflict. This development adds to the tension and sorrow experienced by families and communities affected by the violence. Gazan officials have said at least 21 people were killed in a displacement camp in Khan Younis, dozens were left injured. Earlier strikes on Central Gaza killed eight people including four children as Gazans remain beset by strikes all along about 100 Israeli hostages still remain inside Gaza a third of whom are believed to be dead. Watch in for more details!

Israel-Hamas War: At Least 21 Killed In Strike On Displacement Camp In Khan Younis

Trump has issued a stern warning to Hamas, stating that "there will be all hell to pay" if hostages are not freed. He criticized the lack of action taken regarding the hostages' release. Will this fasten the process of hostage release? Find out more here!

Donald Trump Warns ‘There Will Be All Hell To Pay’ If Hamas Hostages Aren't Released

The Israeli military has been expanding its presence in central Gaza in recent months, fortifying military bases and demolishing Palestinian buildings. Watch in for more details!

IDF Fortifies Military Bases in Central Gaza

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President-elect Donald Trump has warned that there would be 'hell to pay' in West Asia if hostages held in the Gaza Strip were not released prior to his inauguration in January. Meanwhile, the United Nations Chief Antonio Guterres has urged the international community to build a foundation for sustainable peace in the Gaza Strip. Guterres has stated that the situation in Gaza is both appalling and apocalyptic. He has also warned that the conditions faced by the Palestinians in the territory may amount to the gravest international crimes. Watch in for more details!

Israel-Hamas War: UN Says Gaza 'Nightmare' Is A 'Crisis Of Political Will' In Cairo

Gulf leaders have called for an immediate ceasefire in Gaza, urging an end to the violence and advocating for a resolution to the conflict. The demand reflects growing regional concern over the humanitarian crisis and escalating tensions.

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The missing US-Israeli soldier Omer Maxim Neutra was killed in the Hamas's attack on southern Israel on October 7 last year, and his body is being held hostage in the Gaza Strip, the Israeli Defence Forces (IDF) confirmed on Monday.&nbsp;

The 21-year-old lone soldier from New York served as a tank platoon commander in the 7th Armored Brigade's 77th Battalion.&nbsp;

He was called a "lone soldier" because his parents were not in Israel.&nbsp;

Until the IDF confirmed his killing, it was believed that Neutra was alive and being held hostage by Hamas.&nbsp;

<a href="https://www.wionews.com/world/hamas-publishes-video-of-israeli-american-hostage-pleading-for-trumps-help-in-securing-release-780558">Also read:&nbsp;Hamas publishes video of Israeli-American hostage pleading for Trump's help in securing release</a>

On the day of the attack last year, October 7, he was stationed in a tank on the Gaza border near the southern community of Nahal Oz.&nbsp;

During the attack, their tank was attacked by the Hamas group with RPG fire and explosive devices. Then, the four people, including Neutra, Sgt. Shaked Dahan, the driver, Sgt. Nimrod Cohen, the gunner, and Sgt. Oz Daniel, the loader, were abducted to Gaza.&nbsp;

Dahan's death was confirmed in November, while Daniel's death was confirmed in February.

Now, after 14 months of the deadly attack, Neutra's death has been confirmed by the Israeli military.&nbsp;

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However, nothing has been confirmed about Cohen. His father on Monday told Ynet news, "We have received indications that Nimrod is alive. I am sure my son is alive, and I am fighting.”

Neutra’s death was declared by the Military Rabbinate based on findings and new intelligence information, according to the IDF.

His family spoke with him last on October 6. Later, when his parents, Ronen and Orna, heard what was happening on October 7, Neutra's father tried contacting his son.&nbsp;

The mother of Neutra, Ronen, told CBS News that her&nbsp;son was interested in peace-building and had looked forward to returning to Long Island and college.&nbsp;

“They said that he’s been taken captive,” said Orna Neutra. “So many have died that it’s just insane that you feel relief to think that your son is not dead, you know?" Orna said.

Reportedly, 97 of the 251 hostages taken by Hamas on October 7, are still in Gaza, including the bodies of at least 35 confirmed dead by the Israeli military.&nbsp;

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The missing US-Israeli soldier Omer Maxim Neutra was killed in the Hamas's attack on southern Israel on October 7 last year, and his body is being held hostage in the Gaza Strip, the Israeli Defence Forces (IDF) confirmed on Monday.

The missing US-Israeli soldier Omer Maxim Neutra was killed in the Hamas's attack on southern Israel on October 7 last year, and his body is being held hostage in the Gaza Strip, the Israeli Defence Forces (IDF) confirmed on Monday. The 21-year-old lone soldier from New York served as a tank platoon commander in the 7th Armored Brigade's 77th Battalion. He was called a "lone soldier" because his parents were not in Israel. Until the IDF confirmed his killing, it was believed that Neutra was alive and being held hostage by Hamas. Also read: Hamas publishes video of Israeli-American hostage pleading for Trump's help in securing release On the day of the attack last year, October 7, he was stationed in a tank on the Gaza border near the southern community of Nahal Oz. During the attack, their tank was attacked by the Hamas group with RPG fire and explosive devices. Then, the four people, including Neutra, Sgt. Shaked Dahan, the driver, Sgt. Nimrod Cohen, the gunner, and Sgt. Oz Daniel, the loader, were abducted to Gaza. Dahan's death was confirmed in November, while Daniel's death was confirmed in February. Now, after 14 months of the deadly attack, Neutra's death has been confirmed by the Israeli military. Watch | Israel-Lebanon War: Thousands Protest In Tel Aviv Demanding Release Of Hostages × However, nothing has been confirmed about Cohen. His father on Monday told Ynet news, "We have received indications that Nimrod is alive. I am sure my son is alive, and I am fighting.” Neutra’s death was declared by the Military Rabbinate based on findings and new intelligence information, according to the IDF. His family spoke with him last on October 6. Later, when his parents, Ronen and Orna, heard what was happening on October 7, Neutra's father tried contacting his son. The mother of Neutra, Ronen, told CBS News that her son was interested in peace-building and had looked forward to returning to Long Island and college. “They said that he’s been taken captive,” said Orna Neutra. “So many have died that it’s just insane that you feel relief to think that your son is not dead, you know?" Orna said. Reportedly, 97 of the 251 hostages taken by Hamas on October 7, are still in Gaza, including the bodies of at least 35 confirmed dead by the Israeli military. Disclaimer: WION takes the utmost care to accurately and responsibly report conflicts in West Asia involving Israel, Iran, Syria, Iraq, and non-state actors like the Islamic State, among others. In this context, claims and counterclaims are being made online and offline. WION cannot independently verify the authenticity of all statements, social media posts, photos, and videos. (With inputs from agencies)

US-Israeli hostage Cpt Omer Neutra killed on Oct 7, body held by Hamas in Gaza, confirms IDF

The ceasefire between Israel and Hezbollah brought hope for normality back to many in southern Lebanon on Friday, including fishermen.

Ceasefire Brings Hope To Israel And Lebanon

Israel-Lebanon war: Thousands protest in Tel Aviv demanding release of hostages. Watch in to know more!

Israel-Lebanon War: Thousands Protest In Tel Aviv Demanding Release Of Hostages

Local health officials reported that more than 44,000 people have died in the 13-month-old conflict between Israel and Hamas in the Gaza Strip.

Gaza death toll from Israel-Hamas war crosses 44,000: Palestine officials

A Hamas delegation would arrive in Cairo today for talks with Egyptian officials. The visit comes days after the U.S. said it would begin new efforts with Qatar, Egypt, and Turkey to revive Gaza ceasefire talks. Months of efforts to negotiate a ceasefire in Gaza have yielded scant progress, and negotiations are now on hold. A ceasefire in the parallel conflict between Israel and Lebanon's Hezbollah, an ally of Hamas, took effect before dawn on Wednesday, bringing a halt to hostilities that had escalated sharply in recent months and had overshadowed the Gaza conflict. Announcing the Lebanon accord on Tuesday, U.S. President Joe Biden said he would now renew his push for a ceasefire agreement in Gaza and he urged Israel and Hamas to seize the moment. Watch in for more details!

Israel-Hamas War: Hamas Delegation To Hold Ceasefire Talks In Cairo: Report

Israel said that its ceasefire with Hezbollah was breached hours after Lebanese security sources said Israeli tanks attacked six areas of southern Lebanon, calling into question a truce reached after more than a year of fighting.

Israel Claims Hezbollah Ceasefire Violated

A ceasefire deal between Israel and Hezbollah in Lebanon is now in force, but many residents of Israel’s northern communities refuse to return home, while those who have remained say the deal is unlikely to bring permanent peace.

Israel Gaza War: Gaza Waits For A Ceasefire Amid Israeli Airstrikes | World News | WION

While many Palestinians celebrated a ceasefire in the neighbouring country of Lebanon, others feel forgotten and weared down by the war.

Gazans Feel Abandoned As Fighting Halts In Lebanon

Israel Gaza War: Israel Continues Gaza Strikes Amid Ceasefire With Lebanon

US President Joe Biden said that the US will make another push with regional powers for the Israel-Gaza ceasefire, which will involve the release of hostages and the removal of Hamas from power.&nbsp;

This comes a day after Netanyahu approved the Israel-Hezbollah ceasefire truce, ending nearly 14 months of conflict.&nbsp;

"Over the coming days, the United States will make another push with Turkey, Egypt, Qatar, Israel, and others to achieve a ceasefire in Gaza with the hostages released and an end to the war without Hamas in power," US President Biden said on X.

<a href="https://www.wionews.com/world/hamas-ready-for-gaza-ceasefire-after-israel-hezbollah-deal-779623">Also read:&nbsp;Hamas ready for Gaza ceasefire after Israel-Hezbollah deal</a>

US National Security Adviser Jake Sullivan said that Biden had agreed with Israeli PM Netanyahu right before the announcement of the Hezbollah ceasefire deal to try again for a Gaza agreement.&nbsp;

Earlier in the day, Hamas said it hoped for a similar deal in Gaza, but still continues to reject Israel's demand, which it takes as surrendering.&nbsp;

Hamas attacked southern Israel on October 7 last year, killing about 1200 people and taking 251 hostages, and triggering the Gaza war that threatened to spill over to a bigger conflict.&nbsp;

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Over 44,000 people have been killed and more than 104,000 were injured in Gaza since then, according to the territory's Hamas-run health ministry.

For long, the US and its Arab allies used to say that a ceasefire in Gaza would end the conflict with Hezbollah.&nbsp;

Recently, Qatar stopped making efforts to help mediate a ceasefire and hostage release deal in the Palestinian territory until both sides shifted their positions.&nbsp;

Hamas&nbsp;insists on ending the war but wants a full withdrawal of Israeli forces, while Israel&nbsp;remains determined to destroy Hamas after the Oct. 7 attack.

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US President Joe Biden said that the US will make another push with regional powers for the Israel-Gaza ceasefire, which will involve the release of hostages and the removal of Hamas from power.

US President Joe Biden said that the US will make another push with regional powers for the Israel-Gaza ceasefire, which will involve the release of hostages and the removal of Hamas from power. This comes a day after Netanyahu approved the Israel-Hezbollah ceasefire truce, ending nearly 14 months of conflict. "Over the coming days, the United States will make another push with Turkey, Egypt, Qatar, Israel, and others to achieve a ceasefire in Gaza with the hostages released and an end to the war without Hamas in power," US President Biden said on X. Also read: Hamas ready for Gaza ceasefire after Israel-Hezbollah deal US National Security Adviser Jake Sullivan said that Biden had agreed with Israeli PM Netanyahu right before the announcement of the Hezbollah ceasefire deal to try again for a Gaza agreement. Earlier in the day, Hamas said it hoped for a similar deal in Gaza, but still continues to reject Israel's demand, which it takes as surrendering. Hamas attacked southern Israel on October 7 last year, killing about 1200 people and taking 251 hostages, and triggering the Gaza war that threatened to spill over to a bigger conflict. Watch | Israel-Lebanon Ceasefire: Netanyahu Says, 'Deal To Allow Israel To Focus Attention On Hamas, Iran' × Over 44,000 people have been killed and more than 104,000 were injured in Gaza since then, according to the territory's Hamas-run health ministry. For long, the US and its Arab allies used to say that a ceasefire in Gaza would end the conflict with Hezbollah. Recently, Qatar stopped making efforts to help mediate a ceasefire and hostage release deal in the Palestinian territory until both sides shifted their positions. Hamas insists on ending the war but wants a full withdrawal of Israeli forces, while Israel remains determined to destroy Hamas after the Oct. 7 attack. Disclaimer: WION takes the utmost care to accurately and responsibly report conflicts in West Asia involving Israel, Iran, Syria, Iraq, and non-state actors like the Islamic State, among others. In this context, claims and counterclaims are being made online and offline. WION cannot independently verify the authenticity of all statements, social media posts, photos, and videos. (With inputs from agencies)

US President Biden to immediately push for Israel-Gaza ceasefire after Hezbollah deal

Ceasefire Deal Violated: Israel Strikes Lebanon, 35 Hours After Truce

Israel Launches Fresh Attack On South Lebanon. Watch in for more details!

Israel Launches Fresh Attack On South Lebanon

After more than a year of fighting and two months of full-scale conflict, a truce is declared in Lebanon. The Israeli cabinet has approved the ceasefire with Hezbollah in Lebanon, and Prime Minister Benjamin Netanyahu has praised US President Joe Biden for his part in arranging it. Watch this space for further details!

Israel-Hezbollah Ceasefire: Lebanese Military Starts Reinforcing Its Presence In South

Israel-Hezbollah Ceasefire: IDF Warns Hezbollah Against Truce Violation

Palestinian President Mahmoud Abbas announced plans for a transitional leadership framework to take effect once his position becomes vacant, explicitly excluding Hamas from any role in the future succession process. Watch to know more!

Middle East: Palestinian President Abbas Lays Ground For Succession With New Decree | World News

After more than a year of hostilities and two months of an all-out War, a ceasefire takes effect in Lebanon. The Israeli government has approved a truce with Hezbollah in Lebanon... Watch in for more details!

West Asia Crisis: Will Qatar Revive Mediation Efforts?

After more than a year of hostilities and two months of an allout War, a ceasefire takes effect in Lebanon. The Israeli government has approved a truce with Hezbollah in Lebanon, and Prime Minister Benjamin Netanyahu has thanked US President Joe Biden for his involvement in securing the agreement. Watch in for more details!

Israel Hezbollah War: Hundreds Return To Their Home In Lebanon

Latest: IDF And Hezbollah Exchange Fire, Israel-Lebanese Truce Takes Effect. Watch in for more details!

IDF And Hezbollah Exchange Fire, Israel-Lebanese Truce Takes Effect

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