Turkish President Tayyip Erdogan discussed efforts to deliver humanitarian aid to Gaza and reach a fair and lasting peace in the region during a meeting with Hamas leader Ismail Haniyeh in Istanbul. Watch in for more details!

Erdogan meets Hamas leader Haniyeh in Turkey

Hamas leader Haniyeh meets Erdogan in Turkey

Amid the rising tensions between Israel and Iran, Turkish president met Hamas leader in Istanbul. It was the first meeting since Israel began its campaign in Gaza on the 7th of October. Watch in for more details!

Israel-Hamas war: Discussions on humanitarian aid with Haniyeh: Erdogan's office

<p>The family of Bipin Joshi, a Nepali student who was taken hostage by Hamas in Gaza, is now pleading&nbsp;international community for his release. The family arrived from over 500 km to the capital Kathmandu, to raise voice for their son.&nbsp;</p>

<p>Joshi's parents visited Kathmandu to meet Prime Minister Pushpa Kamal Dahal, marking one of the several occasions they have met with him. At the meeting, the family handed over a letter to the prime minister, urging the Nepal government to take action for the safe release of their son, whom they have not heard from since October 7, 2023.&nbsp;</p>

<p>“Our son Bipin Joshi, who participated in the Learn and Earn programme from Sudurpaschim University, embarked on a journey to Israel on September 12, 2023. Tragically, less than a month into his stay, on October 7, he was taken captive by the Hamas group during an incident involving Israel and Hamas. It's important to bring this to your attention. Bipin, along with his fellow classmates, ventured to Israel last year as part of his university studies, supported by governmental supervision. Their goal was to contribute to the agricultural sector back home by applying the skills acquired in Israel,” Joshi’s parents— Mahanand Joshi and Padma Joshi wrote in the letter.</p>

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<p>“With no end in sight to the ongoing conflict and turmoil in the region since the incident, we find ourselves grappling with the bleak reality of our son's uncertain fate, both physically and emotionally,” the letter included.&nbsp;</p>

<p>Speaking to WION, the family of Bipin Joshi expressed dissatisfaction, stating that the Nepal government is not exerting sufficient pressure for his release.</p>

<p>“It has been over 7 months since the tragic incident unfolded. Despite reaching out to various Nepali authorities, we remain without any updates regarding his whereabouts. I urge the Nepali government and the international community to take action to secure his release,” said Prakash Joshi, brother of Bipin.&nbsp;</p>

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<p>Prakash further added they have not been able to get in contact with Bipin since the attack, “We became aware of his hostage situation through CCTV footage released by the IDF (Israeli Defense Forces). His health and well-being remain unknown to us.”</p>

<p>The family implores the authorities to ascertain Bipin's condition, expressing concern over his numerous health issues and questioning whether he is receiving adequate food and medication.</p>

<p>“For more than half a year, we've been tirelessly reaching out to various authorities. We've engaged with the Prime Minister, Foreign Minister, President, and even the Israel Embassy. While the feedback has been encouraging, there has been tangible progress. Despite this, we persist in our daily meetings with officials, with hope and determination,” Pushpa Joshi, sister of Bipin Joshi told WION.&nbsp;</p>

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<p>Mahanand Joshi, father of Bipin Joshi is optimistic that during the upcoming visit of the Emir of Qatar, Sheikh Tamim bin Hamad Al Thani to Nepal on April 23, they may receive an update or some progress regarding the status of his son.</p>

<p>Nepal has earlier made several attempts seeking assistance from Qatar and the officials continue to meet with the Ambassador in Nepal.&nbsp;</p>

<p>On March 20, Qatar Ambassador Mishal Mohammed Ali Al-Ansari paid a courtesy call on the Deputy Prime Minister and Foreign Minister Narayan Kaji Shrestha, and the release of Bipin Joshi was discussed.&nbsp;</p>

<p>Qatari Prime Minister Sheikh Mohammed bin Abdulrahman Al-Thani had told then Foreign Minister NP Saud that all efforts were being made for the release, during Saud’s visit to Doha to attend the 21st Doha Forum.&nbsp;</p>

<p>The October 7 attack left 10 Nepali students dead and four others injured, who had reached the West Asian country under the ‘Learn and Earn Programme’.&nbsp;</p>

<p>Joshi is one of the 17 Nepali students who were living at Kibbutz Alumim in southern Israel, close to the Palestinian enclave Gaza, and came under attack from the Islamist group that rules the strip, as per Nepal’s Foreign Ministry.</p>

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The family of Bipin Joshi, a Nepali student who was taken hostage by Hamas in Gaza, is now pleading international community for his release. The family arrived from over 500 km to the capital Kathmandu, to raise voice for their son.

The family of Bipin Joshi, a Nepali student who was taken hostage by Hamas in Gaza, is now pleading international community for his release. The family arrived from over 500 km to the capital Kathmandu, to raise voice for their son. Joshi's parents visited Kathmandu to meet Prime Minister Pushpa Kamal Dahal, marking one of the several occasions they have met with him. At the meeting, the family handed over a letter to the prime minister, urging the Nepal government to take action for the safe release of their son, whom they have not heard from since October 7, 2023. “Our son Bipin Joshi, who participated in the Learn and Earn programme from Sudurpaschim University, embarked on a journey to Israel on September 12, 2023. Tragically, less than a month into his stay, on October 7, he was taken captive by the Hamas group during an incident involving Israel and Hamas. It's important to bring this to your attention. Bipin, along with his fellow classmates, ventured to Israel last year as part of his university studies, supported by governmental supervision. Their goal was to contribute to the agricultural sector back home by applying the skills acquired in Israel,” Joshi’s parents— Mahanand Joshi and Padma Joshi wrote in the letter. Also Read | Israel to summon envoys for voting in favour of Palestine's full UN membership “With no end in sight to the ongoing conflict and turmoil in the region since the incident, we find ourselves grappling with the bleak reality of our son's uncertain fate, both physically and emotionally,” the letter included. Speaking to WION, the family of Bipin Joshi expressed dissatisfaction, stating that the Nepal government is not exerting sufficient pressure for his release. “It has been over 7 months since the tragic incident unfolded. Despite reaching out to various Nepali authorities, we remain without any updates regarding his whereabouts. I urge the Nepali government and the international community to take action to secure his release,” said Prakash Joshi, brother of Bipin. Also Read | IDF jets hit Hezbollah targets in southern Lebanon overnight, kill operatives Prakash further added they have not been able to get in contact with Bipin since the attack, “We became aware of his hostage situation through CCTV footage released by the IDF (Israeli Defense Forces). His health and well-being remain unknown to us.” The family implores the authorities to ascertain Bipin's condition, expressing concern over his numerous health issues and questioning whether he is receiving adequate food and medication. “For more than half a year, we've been tirelessly reaching out to various authorities. We've engaged with the Prime Minister, Foreign Minister, President, and even the Israel Embassy. While the feedback has been encouraging, there has been tangible progress. Despite this, we persist in our daily meetings with officials, with hope and determination,” Pushpa Joshi, sister of Bipin Joshi told WION. Watch | Israel war: US expected to sanction IDF's battalion for violations in West Bank: Report × Mahanand Joshi, father of Bipin Joshi is optimistic that during the upcoming visit of the Emir of Qatar, Sheikh Tamim bin Hamad Al Thani to Nepal on April 23, they may receive an update or some progress regarding the status of his son. Nepal has earlier made several attempts seeking assistance from Qatar and the officials continue to meet with the Ambassador in Nepal. On March 20, Qatar Ambassador Mishal Mohammed Ali Al-Ansari paid a courtesy call on the Deputy Prime Minister and Foreign Minister Narayan Kaji Shrestha, and the release of Bipin Joshi was discussed. Qatari Prime Minister Sheikh Mohammed bin Abdulrahman Al-Thani had told then Foreign Minister NP Saud that all efforts were being made for the release, during Saud’s visit to Doha to attend the 21st Doha Forum. The October 7 attack left 10 Nepali students dead and four others injured, who had reached the West Asian country under the ‘Learn and Earn Programme’. Joshi is one of the 17 Nepali students who were living at Kibbutz Alumim in southern Israel, close to the Palestinian enclave Gaza, and came under attack from the Islamist group that rules the strip, as per Nepal’s Foreign Ministry.

Family of Nepali student held captive by Hamas turns to international community, as faith in Nepal govt wanes

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With no signs of de-escalation in the Israel Gaza War protesters in New York and the Yemeni capital of Sanaa took to the streets to display solidarity with Gaza. Watch in for more details!

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Israel-Hamas war: Israeli PM Netanyahu faces pressure to resign

<p>Israeli Prime Minister Benjamin Netanyahu on Wednesday (April 17) said that the country will make its own decisions on how they will defend themselves as well as retaliate against Iran's attack.&nbsp;</p>

<p>The prime minister made the statement as Western countries called for restraint in responding to a barrage of missiles and drones launched by Iran.</p>

<p>The United States, the G7 group of industrialised nations and the European Union announced that they will impose tougher sanctions on Iran, with the hope that Israel will avoid any retaliatory attack.</p>

<p>German and British Foreign Ministers, Annalena Baerbock and David Cameron, respectively,&nbsp;also travelled to Israel to stop the confrontation between Israel and Iran from escalating.&nbsp;</p>

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<p>Addressing a meeting of his Cabinet on Wednesday (April 17), Netanyahu thanked both visiting foreign ministers for extending their support.</p>

<p>However, he said that Israel will make the call on its own on how it will respond despite “all sorts of suggestions and advice” coming from Israel’s allies, which include the United States, the United Kingdom and France.</p>

<p>“I want to be clear: we will make our decisions ourselves. The state of Israel will do whatever is necessary to defend itself,” said Netanyahu.</p>

<p>During his meetings with the German and British foreign ministers, Netanyahu’s office had earlier said that the prime minister “reiterated that Israel would maintain its right to self-defence.”</p>

<p>Israel has promised to respond to the unprecedented attack by Iran amid calls from other countries to exercise restraint.</p>

<h2><strong>Iran vows 'massive and harsh' response amid deteriorating ties</strong></h2>

<p>Amid increasing diplomatic pressure on Israel, Iran’s president warned that even the “tiniest” invasion of its territory by Tel Aviv will see a “massive and harsh” response.&nbsp;</p>

<p>Meanwhile, violence escalated between Israel and the Iran-backed Lebanese militant Hezbollah group on Wednesday (April 17) after the latter fired a volley of rockets and drones on northern Israel.&nbsp;</p>

<p><strong>Watch:&nbsp;Iran attacks Israel: Does the West have a plan to stop the war?</strong></p>

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<p>In the attack, nearly 14 Israeli soldiers suffered injuries out of which six were in a serious condition, said the army. The military said that it hit Hezbollah targets&nbsp;in Lebanon&nbsp;in response.</p>

<p>Tensions between Iran and Israel escalated after its embassy in Damascus was allegedly hit by an Israeli airstrike on April 1.&nbsp;</p>

<p>In response, Iran launched more than 300 missiles and drones at Israel, most of which were shot down and no deaths were reported.&nbsp;</p>

<p>However, Israel argues that it should retaliate to the attack to preserve the credibility of its deterrents. According to Iran, the matter is closed as of now but they will retaliate again if Israel attacks.</p>

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Israeli Prime Minister Benjamin Netanyahu on Wednesday (April 17) said that the country will make its own decisions on how they will defend themselves as well as retaliate against Iran's attack.

Israeli Prime Minister Benjamin Netanyahu on Wednesday (April 17) said that the country will make its own decisions on how they will defend themselves as well as retaliate against Iran's attack. The prime minister made the statement as Western countries called for restraint in responding to a barrage of missiles and drones launched by Iran. The United States, the G7 group of industrialised nations and the European Union announced that they will impose tougher sanctions on Iran, with the hope that Israel will avoid any retaliatory attack. German and British Foreign Ministers, Annalena Baerbock and David Cameron, respectively, also travelled to Israel to stop the confrontation between Israel and Iran from escalating. Also Read: Qatar reassessing its role as mediator between Israel and Hamas Addressing a meeting of his Cabinet on Wednesday (April 17), Netanyahu thanked both visiting foreign ministers for extending their support. However, he said that Israel will make the call on its own on how it will respond despite “all sorts of suggestions and advice” coming from Israel’s allies, which include the United States, the United Kingdom and France. “I want to be clear: we will make our decisions ourselves. The state of Israel will do whatever is necessary to defend itself,” said Netanyahu. During his meetings with the German and British foreign ministers, Netanyahu’s office had earlier said that the prime minister “reiterated that Israel would maintain its right to self-defence.” Israel has promised to respond to the unprecedented attack by Iran amid calls from other countries to exercise restraint. Iran vows 'massive and harsh' response amid deteriorating ties Amid increasing diplomatic pressure on Israel, Iran’s president warned that even the “tiniest” invasion of its territory by Tel Aviv will see a “massive and harsh” response. Meanwhile, violence escalated between Israel and the Iran-backed Lebanese militant Hezbollah group on Wednesday (April 17) after the latter fired a volley of rockets and drones on northern Israel. Watch: Iran attacks Israel: Does the West have a plan to stop the war? In the attack, nearly 14 Israeli soldiers suffered injuries out of which six were in a serious condition, said the army. The military said that it hit Hezbollah targets in Lebanon in response. Tensions between Iran and Israel escalated after its embassy in Damascus was allegedly hit by an Israeli airstrike on April 1. In response, Iran launched more than 300 missiles and drones at Israel, most of which were shot down and no deaths were reported. However, Israel argues that it should retaliate to the attack to preserve the credibility of its deterrents. According to Iran, the matter is closed as of now but they will retaliate again if Israel attacks. (With inputs from agencies)

Israel says will make its 'own decisions', hints at inevitable response to Iran attacks

Republican Speaker Mike Johnson announced on Wednesday that the long-awaited vote on aid for Ukraine, Israel, and the Indo-Pacific region might take place as soon as Saturday.

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Palestinian militant group Hamas is calling Iran's weekend attack on Israel a legitimate and deserved response to a strike on the Islamic Republic's Consulate in Syria. This is Hamas's first reaction to the Iranian attack. Watch to know more!

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Airstrikes by Israel in southern Lebanon killed three individuals, including a commander from Hezbollah, as per Lebanese security sources. Watch to know more.

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<p>An Israeli airstrike at a refugee camp in central Gaza on Tuesday (Apr 16) claimed the lives of 11 Palestinians, including children.</p>

<p>The airstrike, as per Palestinian health officials and Hamas media, hit the Al-Maghazi refugee camp.</p>

<h2><strong>Horror stories emerge from Al-Maghazi refugee camp</strong></h2>

<p>Crying over the body of her son Mohammad, Wafaa Issa Al-Nouri, whose husband was also killed in the airstrike, said: "My brothers were sitting by the door, my brother was wounded, and his cousin too, and I lost my son, I do not have a house, nor a husband, nor anything anymore".</p>

<p>"He was playing by the door. We didn't do anything. I swear we didn't do anything," she said sobbing.</p>

<p>In another refugee camp in the central Gaza Strip, the Al-Nusseirat camp, residents, as per Reuters, said Israeli planes bombed and destroyed four multi-storey residential buildings the same day.</p>

<h2><strong>Rafah trembles in fear</strong></h2>

<p>This comes, as on Tuesday (Apr 16), Israeli tanks pushed into parts of the northern Gaza Strip. Warplanes conducted airstrikes on Rafah, the Palestinians' last refuge in the south of the territory, killing and wounding several people, reports Reuters citing medics and residents.</p>

<p>In Rafah, another Israeli airstrike killed four people and wounded several others, said the health authorities.</p>

<p>Just before midnight, an airstrike on a house in Rafah also claimed the lives of seven people, including children, and wounded many others.</p>

<p>The city which borders Egypt is currently sheltering over half of Gaza's 2.3 million people, who as per reports are bracing for a planned Israeli ground offensive.</p>

<h2><strong>Israel - Hamas peace talks&nbsp;</strong></h2>

<p>Six months into the war between Israel and militant group Hamas, there is still no sign of any breakthrough in the US-backed, Qatar- and Egypt-led talks to clinch a ceasefire deal in Gaza. This is because both Israel and Hamas continue to stick to their mutually irreconcilable conditions.</p>

<p>As per data from the Palestinian health ministry, since the start of the conflict on Oct 7, 2023, more than 33,000 Palestinians, including 46 in the past 24 hours, have been killed by Israeli fire.</p>

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An Israeli airstrike at a refugee camp in central Gaza on Tuesday (Apr 16) claimed the lives of 11 Palestinians, including children. The airstrike, as per Palestinian health officials and Hamas media, hit the Al-Maghazi refugee camp.

An Israeli airstrike at a refugee camp in central Gaza on Tuesday (Apr 16) claimed the lives of 11 Palestinians, including children. The airstrike, as per Palestinian health officials and Hamas media, hit the Al-Maghazi refugee camp. Horror stories emerge from Al-Maghazi refugee camp Crying over the body of her son Mohammad, Wafaa Issa Al-Nouri, whose husband was also killed in the airstrike, said: "My brothers were sitting by the door, my brother was wounded, and his cousin too, and I lost my son, I do not have a house, nor a husband, nor anything anymore". "He was playing by the door. We didn't do anything. I swear we didn't do anything," she said sobbing. In another refugee camp in the central Gaza Strip, the Al-Nusseirat camp, residents, as per Reuters, said Israeli planes bombed and destroyed four multi-storey residential buildings the same day. Rafah trembles in fear This comes, as on Tuesday (Apr 16), Israeli tanks pushed into parts of the northern Gaza Strip. Warplanes conducted airstrikes on Rafah, the Palestinians' last refuge in the south of the territory, killing and wounding several people, reports Reuters citing medics and residents. In Rafah, another Israeli airstrike killed four people and wounded several others, said the health authorities. Just before midnight, an airstrike on a house in Rafah also claimed the lives of seven people, including children, and wounded many others. The city which borders Egypt is currently sheltering over half of Gaza's 2.3 million people, who as per reports are bracing for a planned Israeli ground offensive. Israel - Hamas peace talks Six months into the war between Israel and militant group Hamas, there is still no sign of any breakthrough in the US-backed, Qatar- and Egypt-led talks to clinch a ceasefire deal in Gaza. This is because both Israel and Hamas continue to stick to their mutually irreconcilable conditions. As per data from the Palestinian health ministry, since the start of the conflict on Oct 7, 2023, more than 33,000 Palestinians, including 46 in the past 24 hours, have been killed by Israeli fire.

Israel targeting refugee camps? 11, including children, dead in airstrike on Al-Maghazi refugee camp

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<p>Pro-Palestinian protesters across the United States, on Monday (Apr 15) blocked roadways and disrupted traffic in major cities including the Golden Gate Bridge in San Francisco, a highway Chicago’s O’Hare International Airport, and even attempted to close down the Ambassador Bridge to Canada.&nbsp;</p>

<h2><strong>WATCH: Pro-Palestinian protesters block major bridges, highways</strong></h2>

<p><strong>Golden Gate Bridge&nbsp;</strong></p>

<p>San Francisco’s Golden Gate Bridge was shut down for hours, on Monday morning during rush hour, after pro-Palestinian activists protested the ongoing war between Israel and the Palestinian militant group Hamas in Gaza.&nbsp;</p>

<p>The traffic was halted in both directions of the six-lane suspension bridge and came to a standstill after protesters chained themselves to parked vehicles. According to the California Highway Patrol, more than 30 people were arrested.&nbsp;</p>

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<p dir="ltr" lang="en">Pro-Palestinian protesters shut down &amp; are blocking the Golden Gate Bridge.<br />
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If anyone can get to the bridge, bring California voter registrations &amp; your phone.<br />
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Register all of the angry drivers as Republicans. <a href="https://t.co/pwzO6Gf2G8">pic.twitter.com/pwzO6Gf2G8</a></p>
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<p>The California Highway Patrol Chief Don Goodbrand called the protests an “orchestrated event,” saying that they “blocked three separate locations on freeways”.&nbsp;</p>

<p><strong>Ambassador Bridge</strong></p>

<p>Pro-Palestinian protesters attempted to block the Ambassador Bridge which is an international suspension bridge that connects the US and Canada from the American city of Detroit, Michigan, to Canada’s Windsor, Ontario.&nbsp;</p>

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<p>However, the police officers in Detroit moved quickly to stop the convoy of Palestinian activists headed for the bridge in what is being seen as an attempt to shut it down.&nbsp;</p>

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<p>“We had units from the Detroit Police Department following this convoy,” said the Detroit Police Commander Ryan Connor, as quoted by WXYZ Channel 7.&nbsp;</p>

<p>He added, “They actively went through red lights in the city of Detroit. They blocked off intersections. They caused numerous safety violations driving down the street.”</p>

<p><strong>O’Hare International Airport&nbsp;</strong></p>

<p>Images and videos shared on social media showed many people getting vehicles and walking to the O’Hare International Airport &nbsp;– one of the busiest and largest airports in the US – after protesters linked arms and blocked lanes of Interstate 190 which leads to the airport around 7:00 am (local time).&nbsp;</p>

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<p dir="ltr" lang="en">Today “Free Palestine” protesters blocked the main entrance to O’Hare Airport in Chicago, as hundreds of passengers dragged their suitcases on the side of the highway, walking to the airport.<br />
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<p>The demonstration is a global “economic blockade to free Palestine,” on April 15, Tax Day, said Rifqa Falaneh, one of the organisers, according to the Associated Press. About 40 people were taken into custody, said the Chicago police.&nbsp;</p>

<p><strong>Seattle’s International Airport</strong></p>

<p>In Seattle, at least 46 protesters who appeared to block the expressway leading to Seattle-Tacoma International Airport for three hours were arrested by the police on Monday afternoon.&nbsp;</p>

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<p><strong>Oregon</strong></p>

<p>At least 52 people were arrested for disorderly conduct after dozens of law enforcement officers responded to a pro-Palestinian protest which blocked lanes of Interstate 5. The local police also towed six vehicles after the protest and the southbound lanes reopened around 12:15 pm (local time). &nbsp;</p>

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<p>In New York dozens of pro-Palestinian protesters gathered on Wall Street, carrying flags and holding signs, while others gathered near the Brooklyn Bridge. At least 68 people were arrested in Philadelphia, a spokesperson for the police department told CNN.</p>

<h2><strong>Protests in US</strong></h2>

<p>There have been sporadic but major pro-Palestinian protests across the US since the beginning of the Israel-Hamas war in Gaza sparked by the Palestinian militant group’s October 7 attack on southern Israel where at least 1,200 people were killed, according to Israeli officials.&nbsp;</p>

<p>The Israeli offensive in Gaza has killed more than 33,700 Palestinians, mostly women and children, according to the Hamas-run health ministry.&nbsp;</p>

<p><em>(With inputs from agencies)</em><br />
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Pro-Palestinian protesters across the United States, on Monday (Apr 15) blocked roadways and disrupted traffic in major cities including the Golden Gate Bridge in San Francisco, a highway Chicago’s O’Hare International Airport, and even attempted to close down the Ambassador Bridge to Canada.

Pro-Palestinian protesters across the United States, on Monday (Apr 15) blocked roadways and disrupted traffic in major cities including the Golden Gate Bridge in San Francisco, a highway Chicago’s O’Hare International Airport, and even attempted to close down the Ambassador Bridge to Canada. WATCH: Pro-Palestinian protesters block major bridges, highways Golden Gate Bridge San Francisco’s Golden Gate Bridge was shut down for hours, on Monday morning during rush hour, after pro-Palestinian activists protested the ongoing war between Israel and the Palestinian militant group Hamas in Gaza. The traffic was halted in both directions of the six-lane suspension bridge and came to a standstill after protesters chained themselves to parked vehicles. According to the California Highway Patrol, more than 30 people were arrested. Disclaimer: WION cannot independently verify the authenticity of photos, videos and information shared on social media. Pro-Palestinian protesters shut down & are blocking the Golden Gate Bridge. If anyone can get to the bridge, bring California voter registrations & your phone. Register all of the angry drivers as Republicans. pic.twitter.com/pwzO6Gf2G8 — ThePersistence (@ScottPresler) April 15, 2024 × The California Highway Patrol Chief Don Goodbrand called the protests an “orchestrated event,” saying that they “blocked three separate locations on freeways”. Ambassador Bridge Pro-Palestinian protesters attempted to block the Ambassador Bridge which is an international suspension bridge that connects the US and Canada from the American city of Detroit, Michigan, to Canada’s Windsor, Ontario. Also Read | Iran willing to exercise restraint, has no intention of escalating situation, Tehran tells Beijing However, the police officers in Detroit moved quickly to stop the convoy of Palestinian activists headed for the bridge in what is being seen as an attempt to shut it down. Detroit police were ready. Pro-Palestinian protesters were chased down and arrested as they attempted to shut down the Ambassador bridge to Canada. pic.twitter.com/y1JZrNKZku — Citizen Free Press (@CitizenFreePres) April 16, 2024 × “We had units from the Detroit Police Department following this convoy,” said the Detroit Police Commander Ryan Connor, as quoted by WXYZ Channel 7. He added, “They actively went through red lights in the city of Detroit. They blocked off intersections. They caused numerous safety violations driving down the street.” O’Hare International Airport Images and videos shared on social media showed many people getting vehicles and walking to the O’Hare International Airport – one of the busiest and largest airports in the US – after protesters linked arms and blocked lanes of Interstate 190 which leads to the airport around 7:00 am (local time). Also Read | British PM Sunak's Rwanda scheme set to pass parliament but challenges await Today “Free Palestine” protesters blocked the main entrance to O’Hare Airport in Chicago, as hundreds of passengers dragged their suitcases on the side of the highway, walking to the airport. Absolutely what in the hell does this accomplish pic.twitter.com/C4W7yaPi4p — Emily (@emilyshar1) April 15, 2024 × The demonstration is a global “economic blockade to free Palestine,” on April 15, Tax Day, said Rifqa Falaneh, one of the organisers, according to the Associated Press. About 40 people were taken into custody, said the Chicago police. Seattle’s International Airport In Seattle, at least 46 protesters who appeared to block the expressway leading to Seattle-Tacoma International Airport for three hours were arrested by the police on Monday afternoon. Pro-Palestinian protesters are blocking the entrance to Seattle’s International Airport. pic.twitter.com/Y1kTwoJteU — Visegrád 24 (@visegrad24) April 15, 2024 × Oregon At least 52 people were arrested for disorderly conduct after dozens of law enforcement officers responded to a pro-Palestinian protest which blocked lanes of Interstate 5. The local police also towed six vehicles after the protest and the southbound lanes reopened around 12:15 pm (local time). Interstate 5 protest today blocked traffic for 43 minutes. Oregon state police say they heard rumors of something like this happening as early as Wednesday. Today was targeted because of tax day they say. pic.twitter.com/exKrrgfUwW — Chelsea Deffenbacher (@ChelseaDeffenB) April 15, 2024 × New York In New York dozens of pro-Palestinian protesters gathered on Wall Street, carrying flags and holding signs, while others gathered near the Brooklyn Bridge. At least 68 people were arrested in Philadelphia, a spokesperson for the police department told CNN. Protests in US There have been sporadic but major pro-Palestinian protests across the US since the beginning of the Israel-Hamas war in Gaza sparked by the Palestinian militant group’s October 7 attack on southern Israel where at least 1,200 people were killed, according to Israeli officials. The Israeli offensive in Gaza has killed more than 33,700 Palestinians, mostly women and children, according to the Hamas-run health ministry. (With inputs from agencies)

WATCH: Pro-Palestinian protesters block traffic on Golden Gate Bridge, airport highways in major US cities

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<p>In the latest development from the ongoing conflict between Israel and Hamas, the&nbsp;Palestinian militant group is now ready to release up to 20 hostages in exchange for a six-week truce, the Times of Israel said citing Channel 12 reports.</p>

<p>The militant group is also seeking the release of Palestinian security prisoners in return.</p>

<p>According to the report, the militant group has also demanded an international guarantee in the first phase of the deal which would ensure that Israel halts the ongoing war and withdraws&nbsp;IDF (Israel Defense Forces) from Gaza.</p>

<p>They also seek the return of northern Gazans back to their respective homes.</p>

<p>An Israeli official, as per the report, said that the leader of the Palestinian militant group, Yahya Sinwar does not want an agreement and was seeking an escalation of conflict in the region.</p>

<p><strong>Also read:</strong>&nbsp;<a href="https://www.wionews.com/world/russia-expresses-concerns-over-escalation-of-tensions-in-middle-east-urges-restraint-711532">Russia concerned over escalation of tensions in Middle East, urges restraint</a></p>

<h2><strong>'Hamas remains barrier to Gaza hostage deal,' says US</strong></h2>

<p>Meanwhile, US State Department spokesperson Matthew Miller on Monday (Apr 15) said that Israel has made significant progress in the truce deal.</p>

<p>However, he said that Hamas was the "barrier and the obstacle to a ceasefire in Gaza."</p>

<p>“There is an incredibly significant proposal that went from the United States and Egypt and Qatar and Israel to Hamas last week. And Israel moved in a significant way in submitting that proposal. And there's a deal on the table that would achieve much of what Hamas claims it wants to achieve. And they have not taken that deal," Miller told a press briefing.</p>

<p>“Hamas needs to take that deal and they need to explain to the world and to the Palestinian people why they aren't taking it. Because it is the Hamas, it is Hamas right now that is the barrier and the obstacle to a ceasefire in Gaza,” he added.</p>

<p>The United States is currently pursuing a deal that would allow a truce deal lasting at least six weeks and let more aid into Gaza, added Miller.</p>

<p><em>(With inputs from agencies)</em></p>


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

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

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