Israel-Hamas War: Palestinian Envoy Condemns U.S. Veto on Gaza Resolution

Israeli strikes killed 15 people including five children in Palestine's Gaza Strip. A school turn shelter was hit in Nuseirat refugee camp killing six people including two women and one child. Meanwhile, the United States vetoed a UN resolution demanding an immediate ceasefire in the war in Gaza saying that the resolution was not linked to an immediate release of hostages taken captive by Hamas in Israel in October 2023. Watch in for more details!

Israel-Hamas War: Palestinian Envoy Slams US Decision To Veto Gaza Resolution

US special envoy Amos Hochstein said on a visit to Beirut that an end to the Israel-Hezbollah war was "now within our grasp" as he met with officials to discuss a truce plan largely endorsed by Lebanon. Watch this report for more details!

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Israeli Prime Minister Benjamin Netanyahu offered Palestinians money and a path to safety in exchange for the release of Israeli hostages. Watch this report for more details!

Israel-Hamas War: Netanyahu Announces $5 Million Reward for Each Hostage Freed in Gaza

Israeli Prime Minister Benjamin Netanyahu made a rare visit to the city on Tuesday (Nov. 19) and said that Hamas will never rule again in Gaza. He also announced a $5 million reward for the return of each hostage.

Netanyahu also repeated his pledge to "destroy" the Palestinian militant group and claimed that Israeli forces have destroyed Hamas' military capabilities.

Netanyahu published a video on his X account in which he is seen wearing a battle vest and a ballistic helmet, as he says in Hebrew, "Hamas shall not return."&nbsp;

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The Israeli PM also talked about the Israeli hostages in Gaza and said the search for 101 hostages is continuing.&nbsp;

In a big move, Netanyahu even announced a sum of $5 million as a reward for the return of each hostage.

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"Whoever brings us a hostage will find a safe way. We will also give them a reward of $5 million for each hostage. So, the choice is yours, but the result will be the same. We'll get them (hostages) all back," he further added.&nbsp;

After offering a reward and assuring a safe way out, Netanyahu issued a warning&nbsp;without mincing any words and said,&nbsp;"Anyone who dares to harm our hostages will have blood on their head. We will hunt you down and get you."

Netanyahu reportedly visited Gaza to get first-hand updates on Israeli operations in the territory.

The video also showed Netanyahu accompanied by Israeli Defence Minister Israel Katz.&nbsp;

Netanyahu's Gaza visit came a day after he slammed the Biden administration for its policies against Israel.&nbsp;

In his first address in the Knesset after the US election, the Israeli PM said, “The US had reservations and suggested that we not enter Gaza. It had reservations about entering Gaza City, Khan Younis, and, most critically, strongly opposed entry into Rafah.”

The Times of Israel reported on November 18 that&nbsp;Netanyahu also revealed in his speech in the Israeli parliament that he was told by the US to not react after Iran attacked Israel.

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He further claimed that the counterattack by Israel on Iran in October damaged "specific components" of the Islamic nation's nuclear programme.

“It’s not a secret, it has been published&nbsp;that a certain component of their nuclear programme was hit in this attack," Netanyahu told the Israeli parliament.

(With inputs from agencies)

Israeli Prime Minister Benjamin Netanyahu made a rare visit to the city on Tuesday (Nov. 19) and said that Hamas will never rule again in Gaza. He also announced a $5 million reward for the return of each hostage.

Israeli Prime Minister Benjamin Netanyahu made a rare visit to the city on Tuesday (Nov. 19) and said that Hamas will never rule again in Gaza. He also announced a $5 million reward for the return of each hostage. Netanyahu also repeated his pledge to "destroy" the Palestinian militant group and claimed that Israeli forces have destroyed Hamas' military capabilities. Netanyahu published a video on his X account in which he is seen wearing a battle vest and a ballistic helmet, as he says in Hebrew, "Hamas shall not return." החמאס לא ישלוט בעזה. מי שיעז לפגוע בחטופינו - דמו בראשו. אנחנו נרדוף אתכם, ואנחנו נשיג אתכם. pic.twitter.com/6Coj7l410O — Benjamin Netanyahu - בנימין נתניהו (@netanyahu) November 19, 2024 × The Israeli PM also talked about the Israeli hostages in Gaza and said the search for 101 hostages is continuing. In a big move, Netanyahu even announced a sum of $5 million as a reward for the return of each hostage. Also read | Trump appoints Wall Street investor Howard Lutnick as US commerce secretary "Whoever brings us a hostage will find a safe way. We will also give them a reward of $5 million for each hostage. So, the choice is yours, but the result will be the same. We'll get them (hostages) all back," he further added. After offering a reward and assuring a safe way out, Netanyahu issued a warning without mincing any words and said, "Anyone who dares to harm our hostages will have blood on their head. We will hunt you down and get you." Netanyahu reportedly visited Gaza to get first-hand updates on Israeli operations in the territory. The video also showed Netanyahu accompanied by Israeli Defence Minister Israel Katz. Netanyahu's Gaza visit came a day after he slammed the Biden administration for its policies against Israel. In his first address in the Knesset after the US election, the Israeli PM said, “The US had reservations and suggested that we not enter Gaza. It had reservations about entering Gaza City, Khan Younis, and, most critically, strongly opposed entry into Rafah.” The Times of Israel reported on November 18 that Netanyahu also revealed in his speech in the Israeli parliament that he was told by the US to not react after Iran attacked Israel. Also read | Another billionaire in Team Trump 2.0? Marc Rowan a top contender for treasury secretary He further claimed that the counterattack by Israel on Iran in October damaged "specific components" of the Islamic nation's nuclear programme. “It’s not a secret, it has been published that a certain component of their nuclear programme was hit in this attack," Netanyahu told the Israeli parliament. (With inputs from agencies)

Netanyahu makes rare Gaza visit, announces $5 million reward for each hostage returned

Gaza's Hamas-run interior ministry said Monday (Nov 18) that at least 20 people were killed in an operation targeting "gangs" that looted trucks bringing aid into the war-torn territory threatened with famine.

The Guardian reported that gunmen attacked and looted around 100 trucks carrying desperately needed supplies in the war-hit zone. The attack was reported to be the biggest during 13 months of the Israel-Hamas war.&nbsp;

"More than 20 members of gangs involved in stealing aid trucks were killed in a security operation carried out by security forces in cooperation with tribal committees," the ministry said in a statement, according to AFP.

"Today's security operation will not be the last," it said, adding that "the phenomenon of truck thefts... has severely impacted society and led to signs of famine in southern Gaza".

The statement called the operation "the beginning of a broad security campaign that has been long planned and will expand to include everyone involved in the theft of aid trucks".

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A source from the European hospital in the southern Gaza city of Khan Yunis told AFP it had received the bodies of 15 people killed in connection with Monday's anti-looter operation.

An interior ministry source told AFP that 20 were killed in connection with the looting on Saturday of a World Food Programme convoy bringing aid into Gaza.

UN spokesman Stephane Dujarric said in a press briefing in New York Monday that only 11 of the convoy's 109 trucks made it to the warehouse after entering through the Kerem Shalom crossing near the Egyptian border.

He said there was "severe damage to the trucks and in some cases, total loss of cargo on the trucks".

Dujarric called the incident the worst instance of looting in Gaza "in terms of volume".

He said the convoy had been initially planned for Sunday, but Israel's military told it "to depart on short notice via an alternate, unfamiliar route".

Israel, which imposed a total siege on the Hamas-ruled territory in the early stages of the war last year, often blames the inability of relief organisations to handle and distribute large quantities of aid.

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Aid distribution is further complicated by shortages of fuel, war-damaged roads and looting, as well as fighting in densely populated areas and the repeated displacement of much of Gaza's 2.4 million people.

Several humanitarian officials told AFP on condition of anonymity that almost half the aid that enters Gaza is looted, especially basic supplies.

(With inputs from agencies)

Gaza's Hamas-run interior ministry said Monday (Nov 18) that at least 20 people were killed in an operation targeting "gangs" that looted trucks bringing aid into the war-torn territory threatened with famine.

Gaza's Hamas-run interior ministry said Monday (Nov 18) that at least 20 people were killed in an operation targeting "gangs" that looted trucks bringing aid into the war-torn territory threatened with famine. The Guardian reported that gunmen attacked and looted around 100 trucks carrying desperately needed supplies in the war-hit zone. The attack was reported to be the biggest during 13 months of the Israel-Hamas war. "More than 20 members of gangs involved in stealing aid trucks were killed in a security operation carried out by security forces in cooperation with tribal committees," the ministry said in a statement, according to AFP. "Today's security operation will not be the last," it said, adding that "the phenomenon of truck thefts... has severely impacted society and led to signs of famine in southern Gaza". The statement called the operation "the beginning of a broad security campaign that has been long planned and will expand to include everyone involved in the theft of aid trucks". Also read | Israel-Hamas war: Ex-IDF chief Gadi Eisenkot loses third close family member in conflict A source from the European hospital in the southern Gaza city of Khan Yunis told AFP it had received the bodies of 15 people killed in connection with Monday's anti-looter operation. An interior ministry source told AFP that 20 were killed in connection with the looting on Saturday of a World Food Programme convoy bringing aid into Gaza. UN spokesman Stephane Dujarric said in a press briefing in New York Monday that only 11 of the convoy's 109 trucks made it to the warehouse after entering through the Kerem Shalom crossing near the Egyptian border. He said there was "severe damage to the trucks and in some cases, total loss of cargo on the trucks". Dujarric called the incident the worst instance of looting in Gaza "in terms of volume". He said the convoy had been initially planned for Sunday, but Israel's military told it "to depart on short notice via an alternate, unfamiliar route". Israel, which imposed a total siege on the Hamas-ruled territory in the early stages of the war last year, often blames the inability of relief organisations to handle and distribute large quantities of aid. Also read | ‘If War Comes’: Sweden, Finland issue survival guides as threat of WW3 looms Aid distribution is further complicated by shortages of fuel, war-damaged roads and looting, as well as fighting in densely populated areas and the repeated displacement of much of Gaza's 2.4 million people. Several humanitarian officials told AFP on condition of anonymity that almost half the aid that enters Gaza is looted, especially basic supplies. (With inputs from agencies)

20 killed in anti-'gang' operation after looting of aid convoy: Gaza ministry

#Gravitas | Hezbollah is evaluating a US-Israeli ceasefire proposal as diplomatic efforts to end the conflict increase. U.S. ambassador Lisa Johnson conveyed the proposal to the Lebanese authorities on Thursday night. Officials are “hopeful” Hezbollah will accept the terms and plan to respond by next Monday. While ceasefire talks continue, Israeli strikes have intensified, targeting Shia-majority areas where Hezbollah is influential, as well as buildings sheltering displaced families outside those regions.

Israel Increases Attacks on Hezbollah Amid Lebanon Ceasefire Talks

Israeli latest airstrikes in Lebanon caused at least 11 people to be killed and 48 others injured. The strikes are part of a series of escalating attacks between Israel and Hezbollah, following earlier military operations in the area.

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Israel has claimed striking over 200 targets in Lebanon since Saturday morning. Dozens have lost lives and many are still missing. Watch in for more details!

Israel-Lebanon War: Hit Over 200 Targets In Lebanon In 36 Hours: IDF

The Palestinian Civil Emergency said around 70 people were living in the property but the Gaza government media office put the number of those killed at 72. Watch in for more details!

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Israeli forces launched fresh strikes across southern & central Lebanon, including the suburb of Beirut. The strike occurred after the Israeli army told residents of parts of the south suburbs to leave. Watch this report for more details!

Israel-Lebanon War: Israeli Strikes Hits Beirut's Southern Suburbs

Around 70 per cent of Israelis want a hostage deal with Hamas, even if that requires ending the war, a poll by Channel 12 on Friday (Nov 15) suggested.&nbsp;

The poll asked Israelis what is more important, a hostage deal or continuing the war in Gaza?&nbsp;

Close to 69 per cent of Israelis said the hostage deal is more important whereas 20 per cent of respondents said continuing the war holds more importance.&nbsp;

A slim majority said in the poll that a hostage deal has not been yet on the table primarily because of political reasons.&nbsp;

The Times of Israel reported that even a few Likud voters, among 46 per cent, also said in the poll that they support a hostage deal that ends the war.&nbsp;

36 per cent of the respondents said they prefer that the war continues whereas 18 per cent said they were unsure.&nbsp;

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The poll asked Israelis why they thought a hostage deal was still not on the table even after around thirteen months into the war since October 7, 2023. &nbsp;

52 per cent of respondents said according to them the prime reason behind this was politics.&nbsp;

Some 36 per cent said the deal had not been reached because of substantive reasons.&nbsp;

In October, Israeli Prime Minister Benjamin Netanyahu was reported telling Likud lawmakers that Israel could not accept Hamas' demand to end the war in exchange for the hostage deal, according to The Times of Israel.&nbsp;

Netanyahu claimed that a hostage deal would allow Hamas to retain in Gaza in some form.&nbsp;

But the Israeli prime minister is expected to make way for the deal due to the constant political pressure from far-right political partners to ignore which can make him lose power, The Times of Israel reported.&nbsp;

The poll also asked Israelis who could be the better replacement for Netanyahu.&nbsp;

Around 37 per cent of respondents said they would prefer former Israeli prime minister Naftali Bennett whereas 35 per cent remained Netanyahu supporter.&nbsp;

25 per cent of respondents said they preferred neither of them as Israel's ideal prime minister.&nbsp;

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When the poll asked who was more suitable as prime minister, Netanyahu or National Unity Party leader Benny Gantz, 37 per cent picked Netanyahu and 30 per cent picked Gantz, while&nbsp;30 per cent chose neither of them.&nbsp;

The poll results came amid the unverified reports that Attorney General Gali Baharav-Miara may try to sideline Netanyahu from the post of prime minister as he will undergo a corruption trial next month.

The poll had a question on Netanyahu's corruption trial as well in which it asked Israelis if they thought Netanyahu could serve as prime minister and manage his criminal case at the same time.

Around 50 per cent said he could not, but 42 per cent said he could manage both.&nbsp;

(With inputs from agencies)

Around 70 per cent of Israelis want a hostage deal with Hamas, even if that requires ending the war, a poll by Channel 12 on Friday (Nov 15) suggested. The poll asked Israelis what is more important, a hostage deal or continuing the war in Gaza?

Around 70 per cent of Israelis want a hostage deal with Hamas, even if that requires ending the war, a poll by Channel 12 on Friday (Nov 15) suggested. The poll asked Israelis what is more important, a hostage deal or continuing the war in Gaza? Close to 69 per cent of Israelis said the hostage deal is more important whereas 20 per cent of respondents said continuing the war holds more importance. A slim majority said in the poll that a hostage deal has not been yet on the table primarily because of political reasons. The Times of Israel reported that even a few Likud voters, among 46 per cent, also said in the poll that they support a hostage deal that ends the war. 36 per cent of the respondents said they prefer that the war continues whereas 18 per cent said they were unsure. Also read | Online uproar over Trump's Defence Secretary pick Pete Hegseth's tattoo The poll asked Israelis why they thought a hostage deal was still not on the table even after around thirteen months into the war since October 7, 2023. 52 per cent of respondents said according to them the prime reason behind this was politics. Some 36 per cent said the deal had not been reached because of substantive reasons. In October, Israeli Prime Minister Benjamin Netanyahu was reported telling Likud lawmakers that Israel could not accept Hamas' demand to end the war in exchange for the hostage deal, according to The Times of Israel. Netanyahu claimed that a hostage deal would allow Hamas to retain in Gaza in some form. But the Israeli prime minister is expected to make way for the deal due to the constant political pressure from far-right political partners to ignore which can make him lose power, The Times of Israel reported. The poll also asked Israelis who could be the better replacement for Netanyahu. Around 37 per cent of respondents said they would prefer former Israeli prime minister Naftali Bennett whereas 35 per cent remained Netanyahu supporter. 25 per cent of respondents said they preferred neither of them as Israel's ideal prime minister. Also read | West Asia crisis: Lebanon says it's studying US truce proposal in Israel-Hezbollah conflict When the poll asked who was more suitable as prime minister, Netanyahu or National Unity Party leader Benny Gantz, 37 per cent picked Netanyahu and 30 per cent picked Gantz, while 30 per cent chose neither of them. The poll results came amid the unverified reports that Attorney General Gali Baharav-Miara may try to sideline Netanyahu from the post of prime minister as he will undergo a corruption trial next month. The poll had a question on Netanyahu's corruption trial as well in which it asked Israelis if they thought Netanyahu could serve as prime minister and manage his criminal case at the same time. Around 50 per cent said he could not, but 42 per cent said he could manage both. (With inputs from agencies)

Nearly 70% Israelis favour hostage deal over continuing Gaza war: Poll

A senior Hamas official said Friday (Nov 15) the Palestinian militant group was “ready for a ceasefire” in besieged Gaza. Hamas political bureau member Bassem Naim told news agency AFP that he wanted US President-elect Donald Trump to press Israel to “end the aggression”.

“Hamas is ready to reach a ceasefire in the Gaza Strip if a ceasefire proposal is presented and on the condition that it is respected” by Israel, said the Hamas official. “We call on the US administration and Trump to pressure the Israeli government to end the aggression,” he added.

Naim added that he was in favour of a proposal that would achieve two things:

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Naim’s statement comes after the latest round of negotiations collapsed in mid-October. Israel has long maintained it will not agree to longer truces, with more disagreements revolving around the future role of Hamas and Israel’s military presence in Gaza.

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Although Trump has said he is in favour of ending conflicts in Gaza and Lebanon, Israeli PM Benjamin Netanyahu may now take even bolder steps that could lead to further intensification of the war.

<h2>Hamas ally releases new hostage video</h2>

Meanwhile, Hamas ally Islamic Jihad on Friday shared another clip showing a Russian-Israeli citizen Sasha Trupanov, following the first clip shared earlier this week.

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Trupanov, 29, was detained by Hamas along with his girlfriend Sapir Cohen. Russia has called on Hamas to release Trupanov as well as another hostage named Maxim Herkin, who was kidnapped by Hamas during the October 2023 terror attack on Israel.

<h2>Gaza aid access ‘at low point’</h2>

The UN office for humanitarian affairs earlier said that aid access in Gaza was at a low point, as making deliveries to the northern parts of the territory had become nearly impossible.

“From our perspective, on all indicators you can possibly think of in a humanitarian response, all of them are going in the wrong direction,” said Jens Laerke, spokesperson for the UN office.

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A senior Hamas official said Friday (Nov 15) the Palestinian militant group was “ready for a ceasefire” in besieged Gaza. Hamas political bureau member Bassem Naim told news agency AFP that he wanted US President-elect Donald Trump to press Israel to “end the aggression”.

A senior Hamas official said Friday (Nov 15) the Palestinian militant group was “ready for a ceasefire” in besieged Gaza. Hamas political bureau member Bassem Naim told news agency AFP that he wanted US President-elect Donald Trump to press Israel to “end the aggression”. “Hamas is ready to reach a ceasefire in the Gaza Strip if a ceasefire proposal is presented and on the condition that it is respected” by Israel, said the Hamas official. “We call on the US administration and Trump to pressure the Israeli government to end the aggression,” he added. Naim added that he was in favour of a proposal that would achieve two things: A definitive ceasefire in the Gaza Withdrawal of the Israeli military from the Palestinian territory Naim’s statement comes after the latest round of negotiations collapsed in mid-October. Israel has long maintained it will not agree to longer truces, with more disagreements revolving around the future role of Hamas and Israel’s military presence in Gaza. Also read: Qatar confirms suspension of Gaza mediation, says will only resume talks when... Although Trump has said he is in favour of ending conflicts in Gaza and Lebanon, Israeli PM Benjamin Netanyahu may now take even bolder steps that could lead to further intensification of the war. Hamas ally releases new hostage video Meanwhile, Hamas ally Islamic Jihad on Friday shared another clip showing a Russian-Israeli citizen Sasha Trupanov, following the first clip shared earlier this week. Also read: Israeli hostage calls for pressure on Netanyahu government in video shared by Hamas ally Trupanov, 29, was detained by Hamas along with his girlfriend Sapir Cohen. Russia has called on Hamas to release Trupanov as well as another hostage named Maxim Herkin, who was kidnapped by Hamas during the October 2023 terror attack on Israel. Gaza aid access ‘at low point’ The UN office for humanitarian affairs earlier said that aid access in Gaza was at a low point, as making deliveries to the northern parts of the territory had become nearly impossible. “From our perspective, on all indicators you can possibly think of in a humanitarian response, all of them are going in the wrong direction,” said Jens Laerke, spokesperson for the UN office. 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)

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Israel carried out airstrikes in Syria on Thursday (Nov 14), targeting several buildings and command centres belonging to the Palestinian Islamic Jihad militant group, the Israeli Defence Forces (IDF) said.

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The IDF has announced that six Israeli troops were killed during fighting in southern Lebanon early today. Watch to know more.

Israel-Hezbollah War: 6 Israeli Soldiers Killed In Fighting With Hezbollah In Southern Lebanon

The United Nations has stated that Israel's actions in Gaza may be consistent with reports of genocide, amid escalating violence in the ongoing Israel-Gaza conflict. The UN’s comments come after increasing concern over civilian casualties and the destruction of infrastructure in Gaza. Israel has denied the allegations, defending its military operations as necessary to combat terrorism.

Israel-Gaza War: Israel's Actions In Gaza Consistent With Genocide Reports UN

Hezbollah claims to have launched missiles and drones at Israel’s Kirya military base. Housing Israel’s military headquarters, the Defence ministry, the war command Centre, general staff, and the air force's critical command posts.

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Israel not in violation of U.S. law, but Gaza aid situation will be monitored: State Dept.

Israel Not In Violation Of Law In Gaza Aid: U.S State Dept

Islamic Jihad militant group released a video of Israeli hostage Sasha Trufanov on Wednesday (Nov 13), marking the third video released by the Palestinian militants.&nbsp;

In the video, Trufanov was seen speaking about Israeli military operations in Lebanon. He also said that he and the other hostages were running out of food and hygiene products.&nbsp;

The hostage also called on Israelis to increase pressure on Israeli Prime Minister Benjamin Netanyahu's government to secure the release of hostages.

In the shared video, Trufanov said that he is 28 years old, however, the video was released two days after he turned 29.

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Trufanov is an engineer employed at Annapurna Labs, an Israeli microelectronics company owned by Amazon.&nbsp;

Earlier also, the Palestinian militant groups shared similar videos of hostages, which have been labelled as deplorable psychological violence by Israel.&nbsp;

Trufanov was taken hostage along with three other members of his family, including his grandmother Irena Tati, mother Yelena, and his girlfriend Sapir Cohen, from Kibbutz Nir Oz during the October 7 Hamas attack, The Times of Israel reported.

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However, his mother and Tati were released by Hamas on November 29 at the request of Russian President Vladimir Putin. Later Cohen was also released on November 30 as part of a temporary ceasefire between Israel and Hamas.&nbsp;

Trufanov and Cohen recently moved in together when the Gaza border communities were attacked by Hamas militants.&nbsp;

Last month, Hamas said Trufanov and another hostage with Russian citizenship, Maxim Herkin, would be among the first to be released during the hostage deal.

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Islamic Jihad militant group released a video of Israeli hostage Sasha Trufanov on Wednesday (Nov 13), marking the third video released by the Palestinian militants.

Islamic Jihad militant group released a video of Israeli hostage Sasha Trufanov on Wednesday (Nov 13), marking the third video released by the Palestinian militants. In the video, Trufanov was seen speaking about Israeli military operations in Lebanon. He also said that he and the other hostages were running out of food and hygiene products. The hostage also called on Israelis to increase pressure on Israeli Prime Minister Benjamin Netanyahu's government to secure the release of hostages. In the shared video, Trufanov said that he is 28 years old, however, the video was released two days after he turned 29. Also read: Israel's Gaza aid efforts in 'right direction,' says US, but urges further action Trufanov is an engineer employed at Annapurna Labs, an Israeli microelectronics company owned by Amazon. Earlier also, the Palestinian militant groups shared similar videos of hostages, which have been labelled as deplorable psychological violence by Israel. Trufanov was taken hostage along with three other members of his family, including his grandmother Irena Tati, mother Yelena, and his girlfriend Sapir Cohen, from Kibbutz Nir Oz during the October 7 Hamas attack, The Times of Israel reported. Watch | Israel-Hamas War: Has Israel Missed U.S.' Gaza Aid Deadline? × However, his mother and Tati were released by Hamas on November 29 at the request of Russian President Vladimir Putin. Later Cohen was also released on November 30 as part of a temporary ceasefire between Israel and Hamas. Trufanov and Cohen recently moved in together when the Gaza border communities were attacked by Hamas militants. Last month, Hamas said Trufanov and another hostage with Russian citizenship, Maxim Herkin, would be among the first to be released during the hostage deal. 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)

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Saudi Crown Prince Mohammed bin Salman condemned Israel's "genocide" in Gaza on Monday (Nov 11) while talking at an Arab and Muslim summit.&nbsp;

“The Kingdom renews its call and categorical rejection of the genocide committed by Israel against the brotherly Palestinian people," he said.&nbsp;

State leaders met in Riyadh on November 11 for an Arab and Islamic summit on the situation in Gaza and Lebanon, with the aim of unifying visions and positions and following up on the outcomes of a similar joint summit held last year before the conflict in the region expanded.

Late in October, the Saudi Foreign Minister called for an immediate ceasefire during a 'Global Alliance' meeting that was held in Riyadh in a push for a two-state solution to the Israeli-Palestinian conflict.

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In September, the crown prince said that Saudi would not recognise Israel unless a Palestinian state was created.&nbsp;

Soon after attending the summit, Arab League Secretary-General Ahmed Aboul Gheit spoke to the media and said the freezing of Israel's UN membership might happen soon.&nbsp;

“I trust that a lot of states will support freezing the membership. This freezing is not under the U.N. Security Council's vision, meaning the UNSC is the only party concerned with expelling and joining members but we are not speaking about expelling or joining, we are talking about freezing. Accordingly, we might witness soon the freezing of the membership through a UNGA majority vote. Accordingly, it is a step that puts things in the right place," Aboul Gheit said.

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"To be quite honest, the two-state solution was dying a slow death and with the conflict in Gaza and the activities of Israel in the West Bank that death was accelerating," he further added. &nbsp;

Gaza's war has kindled wider conflict in the West Asia, with Israel bombing Lebanon and sending forces into its south to disable Iran-backed Hezbollah, a Hamas ally.

(With inputs from agencies)

Saudi Crown Prince Mohammed bin Salman condemned Israel's "genocide" in Gaza on Monday (Nov 11) while talking at an Arab and Muslim summit. “The Kingdom renews its call and categorical rejection of the genocide committed by Israel against the brotherly Palestinian people," he said.

Saudi Crown Prince Mohammed bin Salman condemned Israel's "genocide" in Gaza on Monday (Nov 11) while talking at an Arab and Muslim summit. “The Kingdom renews its call and categorical rejection of the genocide committed by Israel against the brotherly Palestinian people," he said. State leaders met in Riyadh on November 11 for an Arab and Islamic summit on the situation in Gaza and Lebanon, with the aim of unifying visions and positions and following up on the outcomes of a similar joint summit held last year before the conflict in the region expanded. Late in October, the Saudi Foreign Minister called for an immediate ceasefire during a 'Global Alliance' meeting that was held in Riyadh in a push for a two-state solution to the Israeli-Palestinian conflict. Also read | Hezbollah launches over 90 rockets at Israel's Haifa Bay area; four injured, vehicles and homes damaged In September, the crown prince said that Saudi would not recognise Israel unless a Palestinian state was created. Soon after attending the summit, Arab League Secretary-General Ahmed Aboul Gheit spoke to the media and said the freezing of Israel's UN membership might happen soon. “I trust that a lot of states will support freezing the membership. This freezing is not under the U.N. Security Council's vision, meaning the UNSC is the only party concerned with expelling and joining members but we are not speaking about expelling or joining, we are talking about freezing. Accordingly, we might witness soon the freezing of the membership through a UNGA majority vote. Accordingly, it is a step that puts things in the right place," Aboul Gheit said. Also read | Netanyahu not invited to largest annual gathering of North American Jewish leaders in US "To be quite honest, the two-state solution was dying a slow death and with the conflict in Gaza and the activities of Israel in the West Bank that death was accelerating," he further added. Gaza's war has kindled wider conflict in the West Asia, with Israel bombing Lebanon and sending forces into its south to disable Iran-backed Hezbollah, a Hamas ally. (With inputs from agencies)

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