Israeli Prime Minister Benjamin Netanyahu has confirmed that his government is providing weapons to groups in Gaza that oppose the Palestinian militant group Hamas. Earlier, it was reported that Netanyahu personally approved the transfer of the weapons to a Gaza-based faction led by Yasser Abu Shabab, a controversial figure linked to a local clan in Rafah. Netanyahu’s move has drawn massive criticism and warnings from former Israeli officials and defense analysts.&nbsp;Meanwhile, the Israeli PM defended his move with a video on social media in which he said, “On the advice of security officials, we activated clans in Gaza that oppose Hamas. What’s wrong with that?”&nbsp;“It only saves the lives of Israeli soldiers, and publicising this only benefits Hamas, he added.&nbsp;Meanwhile, Netanyahu's office said on Thursday (June 5) that Israel “was working to defeat Hamas through various means, based on the recommendations of all the heads of the security establishment”.&nbsp;Controversies around Abu Shabab&nbsp;Abu Shabab’s group has previously been accused of involvement in smuggling operations linked to Egyptian jihadi groups.&nbsp;Last week, several videos were circulated on social media confirming Abu Shabab’s involvement with the IDF.Meanwhile, his family also issued a statement disowning him by accusing him of collaborating with Israeli forces.&nbsp;“We, like everyone else, were surprised by video footage broadcast by the resistance showing the involvement of Yasser’s groups within a dangerous security framework, reaching the point of operating within undercover units and supporting the Zionist occupation forces, who are brutally killing our people,” the family said in the statement.&nbsp;

Netanyahu confirms arming anti-Hamas groups in Gaza, asks what’s wrong with that? after facing criticism 


Israeli Prime Minister Benjamin Netanyahu has confirmed that his government is providing weapons to groups in Gaza that oppose the Palestinian militant group Hamas. Earlier, it was reported that Netanyahu personally approved the transfer of the weapons to a Gaza-based faction led by Yasser Abu Shabab, a controversial figure linked to a local clan in Rafah. Netanyahu’s move has drawn massive criticism and warnings from former Israeli officials and defense analysts. Meanwhile, the Israeli PM defended his move with a video on social media in which he said, “On the advice of security officials, we activated clans in Gaza that oppose Hamas. What’s wrong with that?” “It only saves the lives of Israeli soldiers, and publicising this only benefits Hamas, he added. Meanwhile, Netanyahu's office said on Thursday (June 5) that Israel “was working to defeat Hamas through various means, based on the recommendations of all the heads of the security establishment”. Controversies around Abu Shabab Abu Shabab’s group has previously been accused of involvement in smuggling operations linked to Egyptian jihadi groups. Last week, several videos were circulated on social media confirming Abu Shabab’s involvement with the IDF. Meanwhile, his family also issued a statement disowning him by accusing him of collaborating with Israeli forces. “We, like everyone else, were surprised by video footage broadcast by the resistance showing the involvement of Yasser’s groups within a dangerous security framework, reaching the point of operating within undercover units and supporting the Zionist occupation forces, who are brutally killing our people,” the family said in the statement.

Israeli Prime Minister Benjamin Netanyahu has confirmed that his government is providing weapons to groups in Gaza that oppose the Palestinian militant group Hamas.&nbsp;

Netanyahu confirms arming anti-Hamas groups in Gaza, asks, ‘what’s wrong with that?’ after facing criticism

Hamas on Sunday (Jun 1) said it was prepared to immediately begin a new round of talks with Israel to resolve “points of contention” in the US-led ceasefire and hostage deal proposal. This comes despite Washington branding its latest list of demands and counter proposals as “totally unacceptable.”Also read | <a href="https://www.wionews.com/world/israel-or-hamas-who-shot-hungry-gazans-while-they-were-receiving-aid-idf-shares-footage-with-latest-claims-1748838778405">Israel or Hamas, who shot hungry Gazans while they were receiving aid? IDF shares footage with latest claims</a>The Palestinian group's revised proposal, submitted Saturday (Jun 1), demands gradual hostage releases and would make it harder for Israel to resume fighting, with changes that US envoy Steve Witkoff says “take us backwards.”<h2>What did Hamas say?</h2>Hamas, in its statement, said that the goals of these new talks would be to reach a deal that "ensures relief for our people and an end to the humanitarian catastrophe, ultimately leading to a permanent ceasefire and the complete withdrawal of the occupation forces."However, the group did not say if it has rescinded its Saturday proposal.The proposed deal, backed by Israel and the US, would see a 60-day pause in fighting in exchange for the release of 10 living hostages and 18 bodies held by Hamas and a staged withdrawal of IDF troops from parts of Gaza. In return, Israel would release 125 terror convicts, over 1,100 Gazan detainees, and the bodies of 180 Palestinians.Also read | <a href="https://www.wionews.com/world/-false-and-fabricated-reports-israel-denies-deadly-rafah-aid-centre-strike-that-killed-31-hamas-open-for-fresh-ceasefire-talks-1748809359984">'False and fabricated reports': Israel denies deadly Rafah aid centre strike that killed 31; Hamas open for fresh ceasefire talks</a> In Israel, the Netanyahu government has signalled a tentative approval of the US deal; however, the far-right ministers, as per reports, are pushing back. Meanwhile, Israel’s ground offensive also continues, with Israeli Defense Minister Israel Katz on Sunday revealing that “regardless of any negotiations”, he instructed the IDF “to continue forward in Gaza” and achieve all objectives.&nbsp;

Hamas, in its statement, said that the goals of these new talks would be to reach a deal that "ensures relief for our people and an end to the humanitarian catastrophe, ultimately leading to a permanent ceasefire and the complete withdrawal of the occupation forces."

Hamas on Sunday (Jun 1) said it was prepared to immediately begin a new round of talks with Israel to resolve “points of contention” in the US-led ceasefire and hostage deal proposal. This comes despite Washington branding its latest list of demands and counter proposals as “totally unacceptable.” Also read | Israel or Hamas, who shot hungry Gazans while they were receiving aid? IDF shares footage with latest claims The Palestinian group's revised proposal, submitted Saturday (Jun 1), demands gradual hostage releases and would make it harder for Israel to resume fighting, with changes that US envoy Steve Witkoff says “take us backwards.” What did Hamas say? Hamas, in its statement, said that the goals of these new talks would be to reach a deal that "ensures relief for our people and an end to the humanitarian catastrophe, ultimately leading to a permanent ceasefire and the complete withdrawal of the occupation forces." However, the group did not say if it has rescinded its Saturday proposal. The proposed deal, backed by Israel and the US, would see a 60-day pause in fighting in exchange for the release of 10 living hostages and 18 bodies held by Hamas and a staged withdrawal of IDF troops from parts of Gaza. In return, Israel would release 125 terror convicts, over 1,100 Gazan detainees, and the bodies of 180 Palestinians. Also read | 'False and fabricated reports': Israel denies deadly Rafah aid centre strike that killed 31; Hamas open for fresh ceasefire talks In Israel, the Netanyahu government has signalled a tentative approval of the US deal; however, the far-right ministers, as per reports, are pushing back. Meanwhile, Israel’s ground offensive also continues, with Israeli Defense Minister Israel Katz on Sunday revealing that “regardless of any negotiations”, he instructed the IDF “to continue forward in Gaza” and achieve all objectives.

Hamas, in its statement, said that the goals of these new talks would be to reach a deal that "ensures relief for our people and an end to the humanitarian catastrophe, ultimately leading to a permanent ceasefire and the complete withdrawal of the occupation forces."

Hamas ready for fresh Gaza talks as US-led ceasefire push fails

After being accused of firing at hungry Gazans while they were receiving aid, Israel shared a footage accusing that a Hamas gunman shot the civilians. Israel claimed that Hamas is doing "everything in its power" to stop the humanitarian aid to reach to civilians. This after Israel strongly denied the accusation of shooting at least 31 Palestinians in Rafah, southern Gaza on Sunday (June 1). The footage released by the Israel Defence Forces (IDF) showed a gunman &nbsp;firing at the crowd, while the hungry Gazans were receiving aid.&nbsp; "Drone footage shows gunmen in Gaza shooting at civilians going to collect aid. Hamas is doing everything in its power to prevent the successful distribution of food in Gaza," IDF said.&nbsp;After reports that Israel killed Gazans, the IDF took to social media platform X and wrote, “False reports have been spread In recent hours, including serious allegations against the IDF regarding fire toward Gazan residents in the area of the humanitarian aid distribution site in Gaza. Findings from an initial inquiry indicate that the IDF did not fire at civilians while they were near or within the humanitarian aid distribution site and that reports to this effect are false.”&nbsp; “The IDF is cooperating with the GHF and international aid organizations in order to enable the distribution of aid to Gazan residents—and not to Hamas,” it added.&nbsp;

<blockquote class="twitter-tweet">False reports have been spread In recent hours, including serious allegations against the IDF regarding fire toward Gazan residents in the area of the humanitarian aid distribution site in Gaza. Findings from an initial inquiry indicate that 𝘁𝗵𝗲 𝗜𝗗𝗙 𝗱𝗶𝗱 𝗻𝗼𝘁 𝗳𝗶𝗿𝗲…&mdash; Israel Defense Forces (@IDF) <a href="https://twitter.com/IDF/status/1929205105242394756?ref_src=twsrc%5Etfw">June 1, 2025</a></blockquote> <script async src="https://platform.twitter.com/widgets.js" charset="utf-8"></script>

<blockquote class="twitter-tweet">“I urge you not believe every rumor spread by Hamas.” IDF Spokesperson BG Effie Defrin directly from Rafah, on the humanitarian aid situation: <a href="https://t.co/pCTmy3KFeF">https://t.co/pCTmy3KFeF</a>&mdash; Israel Defense Forces (@IDF) <a href="https://twitter.com/IDF/status/1929217873408348168?ref_src=twsrc%5Etfw">June 1, 2025</a></blockquote> <script async src="https://platform.twitter.com/widgets.js" charset="utf-8"></script>

The IDF calls on the media to be cautious with information published by the Hamas terrorist organization, as proven in many previous incidents."&nbsp;Also, IDF Spokesperson BG Effie Defrin said, “I urge you not believe every rumor spread by Hamas.”<h2>31 deaths reported by Gaza health ministry</h2>Despite the denials, the Hamas-run health ministry in Gaza said that at least 31 people were killed in the attack near the aid center.&nbsp;Israel has insisted it had no role in the casualties, instead suggesting that gunmen had opened fire on civilians at the site. The full details surrounding the incident remain unclear. &nbsp;

Israel or Hamas, who shot hungry Gazans while they were receiving aid? IDF shares footage with latest claims

After being accused of firing at hungry Gazans while they were receiving aid, Israel shared a footage accusing that a Hamas gunman shot the civilians. Israel claimed that Hamas is doing "everything in its power" to stop the humanitarian aid to reach to civilians. This after Israel strongly denied the accusation of shooting at least 31 Palestinians in Rafah, southern Gaza on Sunday (June 1). The footage released by the Israel Defence Forces (IDF) showed a gunman firing at the crowd, while the hungry Gazans were receiving aid. "Drone footage shows gunmen in Gaza shooting at civilians going to collect aid. Hamas is doing everything in its power to prevent the successful distribution of food in Gaza," IDF said. After reports that Israel killed Gazans, the IDF took to social media platform X and wrote, “False reports have been spread In recent hours, including serious allegations against the IDF regarding fire toward Gazan residents in the area of the humanitarian aid distribution site in Gaza. Findings from an initial inquiry indicate that the IDF did not fire at civilians while they were near or within the humanitarian aid distribution site and that reports to this effect are false.” “The IDF is cooperating with the GHF and international aid organizations in order to enable the distribution of aid to Gazan residents—and not to Hamas,” it added.

After being accused of firing at hungry Gazans while they were receiving aid, Israel shared a footage accusing that a Hamas gunman shot the civilians.&nbsp;

Israel has strongly denied claims that its forces were behind a deadly incident at a US-backed aid centre in Rafah, Gaza, where 31 people reportedly died on Sunday.In a post shared on social media, the Israeli Defence Forces (IDF) rejected what it described as “false and fabricated reports” that alleged Israeli troops had opened fire on civilians gathering for humanitarian aid.“False reports have been spread in recent hours, including serious allegations against the IDF regarding fire toward Gazan residents in the area of the humanitarian aid distribution site in Gaza,” read the statement.“Findings from an initial inquiry indicate that the IDF did not fire at civilians while they were near or within the humanitarian aid distribution site and that reports to this effect are false,” it added.<h2>US-backed group also denies any incident or injuries</h2>The Gaza Humanitarian Foundation (GHF), which is based in the United States and runs the aid centre in Rafah, also pushed back against the reports.“It is false and fabricated. All aid was distributed today without incident,” the group said in a statement accessed by the BBC.GHF also accused Hamas of spreading misinformation. “We have heard that these fake reports have been actively fomented by Hamas. They are untrue and fabricated,” the foundation said.This follows earlier comments made by the GHF to the Associated Press, where it had acknowledged that Israeli forces “fired warning shots” near the centre.<h2>31 deaths reported by Gaza health ministry</h2>Despite the denials, the Hamas-run health ministry in Gaza said that at least 31 people were killed in the attack near the aid centre.Israel has insisted it had no role in the casualties, instead suggesting that gunmen had opened fire on civilians at the site. The full details surrounding the incident remain unclear.<h2>UN condemns growing danger at aid distribution points</h2>The United Nations expressed alarm over rising violence near humanitarian zones and shelters across Gaza.Calling the enclave the “hungriest place on earth,” the UN criticised the newly created aid distribution networks, run in part by the US and Israel, describing them as “death traps” for innocent civilians.<h3>Hamas says it is open to new round of ceasefire talks</h3>Meanwhile, Hamas has announced that it is prepared to begin a new round of indirect negotiations with Israel to resolve key issues surrounding a ceasefire and hostage release.The group said the aim was to reach a deal that “ensures relief for our people and an end to the humanitarian catastrophe, ultimately leading to a permanent ceasefire and the complete withdrawal of the occupation forces.”However, Hamas did not clarify whether it was withdrawing a recent ceasefire proposal that US envoy Steve Witkoff had described as “totally unacceptable” and accused of setting back progress.

“False reports have been spread in recent hours, including serious allegations against the IDF regarding fire toward Gazan residents in the area of the humanitarian aid distribution site in Gaza,” read the statement.

Israel has strongly denied claims that its forces were behind a deadly incident at a US-backed aid centre in Rafah, Gaza, where 31 people reportedly died on Sunday. In a post shared on social media, the Israeli Defence Forces (IDF) rejected what it described as “false and fabricated reports” that alleged Israeli troops had opened fire on civilians gathering for humanitarian aid. “False reports have been spread in recent hours, including serious allegations against the IDF regarding fire toward Gazan residents in the area of the humanitarian aid distribution site in Gaza,” read the statement. “Findings from an initial inquiry indicate that the IDF did not fire at civilians while they were near or within the humanitarian aid distribution site and that reports to this effect are false,” it added. US-backed group also denies any incident or injuries The Gaza Humanitarian Foundation (GHF), which is based in the United States and runs the aid centre in Rafah, also pushed back against the reports. “It is false and fabricated. All aid was distributed today without incident,” the group said in a statement accessed by the BBC. GHF also accused Hamas of spreading misinformation. “We have heard that these fake reports have been actively fomented by Hamas. They are untrue and fabricated,” the foundation said. This follows earlier comments made by the GHF to the Associated Press, where it had acknowledged that Israeli forces “fired warning shots” near the centre. 31 deaths reported by Gaza health ministry Despite the denials, the Hamas-run health ministry in Gaza said that at least 31 people were killed in the attack near the aid centre. Israel has insisted it had no role in the casualties, instead suggesting that gunmen had opened fire on civilians at the site. The full details surrounding the incident remain unclear. UN condemns growing danger at aid distribution points The United Nations expressed alarm over rising violence near humanitarian zones and shelters across Gaza. Calling the enclave the “hungriest place on earth,” the UN criticised the newly created aid distribution networks, run in part by the US and Israel, describing them as “death traps” for innocent civilians. Hamas says it is open to new round of ceasefire talks Meanwhile, Hamas has announced that it is prepared to begin a new round of indirect negotiations with Israel to resolve key issues surrounding a ceasefire and hostage release. The group said the aim was to reach a deal that “ensures relief for our people and an end to the humanitarian catastrophe, ultimately leading to a permanent ceasefire and the complete withdrawal of the occupation forces.” However, Hamas did not clarify whether it was withdrawing a recent ceasefire proposal that US envoy Steve Witkoff had described as “totally unacceptable” and accused of setting back progress.

“False reports have been spread in recent hours, including serious allegations against the IDF regarding fire toward Gazan residents in the area of the humanitarian aid distribution site in Gaza,” read the statement.

'False and fabricated reports': Israel denies deadly Rafah aid centre strike that killed 31; Hamas open for fresh ceasefire talks

Israel Defense Forces on Saturday (May 31) said that it has eliminated the Hamas chief again, and ‘he is a Sinwar too.’ This came days after Israeli Prime Minister Benjamin Netanyahu announced that the Israeli military had killed Hamas Gaza chief Muhammad Sinwar in an air strike on May 13. It is unclear if the Israeli Defense Forces, in its post on X, was referring to Muhammad Sinwar or any other Hamas chief. Israel had killed former Hamas chief Yahya Sinwar - the mastermind of the October 7 terror attack - in October 2024. <img src="https://cdn1.wionews.com/prod/wion/images/2025/20250531/image-1748713391976.png">&nbsp;After the killing of Yahya Sinwar, Israel made Muhammad Sinwar one of the most wanted men in Gaza, placing a $300,000 bounty on him. Hamas escalated its attacks and recruitment efforts under Muhammad Sinwar and all major Gaza operations were handled by him.<h2>Who was Muhammad Sinwar?</h2>Muhammad Sinwar, nicknamed ‘the shadow’ by the Israeli Defence Forces (IDF), was born in 1975 in a Khan Younis refugee camp. Sinwar's family fled from Al-Majdal Asqalan during the 1948 Arab–Israeli War. He joined the military movement of Hamas in 1991 and in 2005, he became the commander of Hamas' Khan Younis brigade. &nbsp;However, Muhammad Sinwar came into prominence after the abduction of the Israeli soldier Gilad Shalit in 2006. This led to the Gilad Shalit prisoner exchange deal between Israel and Hamas, in which 1027 prisoners were released in exchange for Shalit. The prisoners included Yahya Sinwar, who was serving a life sentence for the kidnapping of two Israeli soldiers in 1989.&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;

Israel Defense Forces on Saturday said that they have eliminated the Hamas chief again and he is a Sinwar too.

Israel Defense Forces on Saturday (May 31) said that it has eliminated the Hamas chief again, and ‘he is a Sinwar too.’ This came days after Israeli Prime Minister Benjamin Netanyahu announced that the Israeli military had killed Hamas Gaza chief Muhammad Sinwar in an air strike on May 13. It is unclear if the Israeli Defense Forces, in its post on X, was referring to Muhammad Sinwar or any other Hamas chief. Israel had killed former Hamas chief Yahya Sinwar - the mastermind of the October 7 terror attack - in October 2024. After the killing of Yahya Sinwar, Israel made Muhammad Sinwar one of the most wanted men in Gaza, placing a $300,000 bounty on him. Hamas escalated its attacks and recruitment efforts under Muhammad Sinwar and all major Gaza operations were handled by him. Who was Muhammad Sinwar? Muhammad Sinwar, nicknamed ‘the shadow’ by the Israeli Defence Forces (IDF), was born in 1975 in a Khan Younis refugee camp. Sinwar's family fled from Al-Majdal Asqalan during the 1948 Arab–Israeli War. He joined the military movement of Hamas in 1991 and in 2005, he became the commander of Hamas' Khan Younis brigade. However, Muhammad Sinwar came into prominence after the abduction of the Israeli soldier Gilad Shalit in 2006. This led to the Gilad Shalit prisoner exchange deal between Israel and Hamas, in which 1027 prisoners were released in exchange for Shalit. The prisoners included Yahya Sinwar, who was serving a life sentence for the kidnapping of two Israeli soldiers in 1989.

Israel Defense Forces on Saturday (May 31) said that they have eliminated the Hamas chief again, and he is a Sinwar too.

IDF eliminates Hamas head again, says 'he is a Sinwar too'

The foreign ministers of five Arab countries who had planned to visit the occupied West Bank this weekend on Saturday condemned Israel's decision to block their plans. The ministers condemned "Israel's decision to ban the delegation's visit to Ramallah (on Sunday) to meet with the president of the State of Palestine, Mahmud Abbas", the Jordanian foreign ministry said.&nbsp;&nbsp;Ministers from Egypt, Jordan, Qatar, Saudi Arabia and the United Arab Emirates had been expected to take part alongside Turkey and the secretary-general of the Arab League.&nbsp;&nbsp;Israel had announced late Friday that it would not cooperate, effectively blocking the visit as it controls the territory's borders and airspace. Abbas "intended to host in Ramallah a provocative meeting of foreign ministers from Arab countries to discuss the promotion of the establishment of a Palestinian state," said a statement attributed to an unidentified official. "Such a state would undoubtedly become a terrorist state in the heart of the Land of Israel. Israel will not cooperate with such moves aimed at harming it and its security."&nbsp;&nbsp;Had the visit gone ahead, the delegation's head Prince Faisal bin Farhan would have become the first Saudi foreign minister to visit the West Bank. Israel this week announced the creation of 22 new Jewish settlements in the West Bank, regarded by the United Nations as illegal under international law and one of the main obstacles to a lasting peace between Israelis and Palestinians.

The foreign ministers of five Arab countries who had planned to visit the occupied West Bank this weekend on Saturday condemned Israel's decision to block their plans

The foreign ministers of five Arab countries who had planned to visit the occupied West Bank this weekend on Saturday condemned Israel's decision to block their plans. The ministers condemned "Israel's decision to ban the delegation's visit to Ramallah (on Sunday) to meet with the president of the State of Palestine, Mahmud Abbas", the Jordanian foreign ministry said. Ministers from Egypt, Jordan, Qatar, Saudi Arabia and the United Arab Emirates had been expected to take part alongside Turkey and the secretary-general of the Arab League. Israel had announced late Friday that it would not cooperate, effectively blocking the visit as it controls the territory's borders and airspace. Abbas "intended to host in Ramallah a provocative meeting of foreign ministers from Arab countries to discuss the promotion of the establishment of a Palestinian state," said a statement attributed to an unidentified official. "Such a state would undoubtedly become a terrorist state in the heart of the Land of Israel. Israel will not cooperate with such moves aimed at harming it and its security." Had the visit gone ahead, the delegation's head Prince Faisal bin Farhan would have become the first Saudi foreign minister to visit the West Bank. Israel this week announced the creation of 22 new Jewish settlements in the West Bank, regarded by the United Nations as illegal under international law and one of the main obstacles to a lasting peace between Israelis and Palestinians.

The foreign ministers of five Arab countries who had planned to visit the occupied West Bank this weekend on Saturday condemned Israel's decision to block their plans

'Will not cooperate': Israel blocks Arab ministers planned visit to West Bank; Arab countries condemn ban

United Nations has said that Gaza has become the “hungriest place on Earth” as the Palestinian territory is at the risk of famine after Israeli offensive. Gaza is “the only defined area – a country or defined territory within a country – where you have the entire population at risk of famine. One hundred per cent of the population at risk of famine,” a UN Office for the Coordination of Humanitarian Affairs, Jens Laerke, said on Friday (May 30).&nbsp;“Gaza is the hungriest place on Earth,” he said, The Guardian reported.&nbsp;Laerke talked about the issues UN is facing in delivering humanitarian aid to Gaza. He informed that 900 trucks of aid were authorised by Israel but so far, only 600 have been off-loaded on the Gaza side of the border.&nbsp;The UN employee said the aim of the aid delivering was “in an operational straitjacket that makes it one of the most obstructed aid operations not only in the world today, but in recent history”. After Laerke’s statement, Israeli UN ambassador rejected the claim saying UN agencies “cherrypick the facts to paint an alternative version of reality and demonise Israel”.&nbsp;“In a desperate effort to remain relevant, they lambast the best efforts of Israel and its partners to facilitate delivery of humanitarian aid to the civilian population. UN feeds Hamas, we make sure aid gets to those in need,” Daniel Meron said.&nbsp;This comes after Hamas said on Friday (May 30) that the Palestinian militant group was &nbsp;“thoroughly reviewing” Israel’s response to a US proposal for a Gaza ceasefire deal by Steve Witkof.&nbsp;

Hungriest place on Earth? It's Gaza. UN warns entire population of Palestinian territory is at risk of famine

United Nations has said that Gaza has become the “hungriest place on Earth” as the Palestinian territory is at the risk of famine after Israeli offensive. Gaza is “the only defined area – a country or defined territory within a country – where you have the entire population at risk of famine. One hundred per cent of the population at risk of famine,” a UN Office for the Coordination of Humanitarian Affairs, Jens Laerke, said on Friday (May 30). “Gaza is the hungriest place on Earth,” he said, The Guardian reported. Laerke talked about the issues UN is facing in delivering humanitarian aid to Gaza. He informed that 900 trucks of aid were authorised by Israel but so far, only 600 have been off-loaded on the Gaza side of the border. The UN employee said the aim of the aid delivering was “in an operational straitjacket that makes it one of the most obstructed aid operations not only in the world today, but in recent history”. After Laerke’s statement, Israeli UN ambassador rejected the claim saying UN agencies “cherrypick the facts to paint an alternative version of reality and demonise Israel”. “In a desperate effort to remain relevant, they lambast the best efforts of Israel and its partners to facilitate delivery of humanitarian aid to the civilian population. UN feeds Hamas, we make sure aid gets to those in need,” Daniel Meron said. This comes after Hamas said on Friday (May 30) that the Palestinian militant group was “thoroughly reviewing” Israel’s response to a US proposal for a Gaza ceasefire deal by Steve Witkof.

United Nations has said that Gaza has become the “hungriest place on Earth” as the Palestinian territory is at the risk of famine after Israeli offensive.&nbsp;

Israel on Friday (May 30) issued a stark warning to Hamas: accept the ceasefire deal brokered by US envoy Steve Witkoff "or be annihilated".The proposed deal, backed by Israel and the US, would see a 60-day pause in fighting in exchange for the release of 10 living hostages and 18 bodies held by Hamas, while Israel would free over 1,100 Palestinian prisoners.<h2>Israel's warning</h2>In a statement, Israel's Defence Minister, Israel Katz, said that Israel's military was functioning "with full force" and was carrying out attacks by air, land, and sea on an unprecedented scale "for maximum protection of our soldiers in preparation for the entry of the manoeuvring forces in each area." He stressed that the "Hamas murderers will now be forced to choose: accept the terms of the 'Witkoff Deal' for the release of the hostages – or be annihilated."This comes as Hamas, in a statement earlier on Friday, said it was still reviewing the temporary ceasefire deal, even as airstrikes in Gaza killed at least 27 people on Friday, including children. Citing unmet demands, Hamas said it was holding consultations with Palestinian factions. &nbsp;Meanwhile, US President Donald Trump has expressed optimism, saying a ceasefire deal is "very close".Speaking during a joint press conference marking X CEO Elon Musk's exit from DOGE, Trump said, "They're very close to an agreement on Gaza.""We'll let you know about it during the day or maybe tomorrow. And we have a chance of that," he added.For 19 months, Gaza has been embroiled in a war that started with the Hamas launching an attack on Israel on October 7, 2023. In the attack, 1,200 people were killed and 251 were taken hostage. Israel's military retaliatory campaign in Gaza has since then killed over 54,000 people, according to Gaza health authorities. &nbsp;

In a statement, Israel's Defence Minister, Israel Katz, said that the "Hamas murderers will now be forced to choose: accept the terms of the 'Witkoff Deal' for the release of the hostages – or be annihilated."

Israel on Friday (May 30) issued a stark warning to Hamas: accept the ceasefire deal brokered by US envoy Steve Witkoff "or be annihilated". The proposed deal, backed by Israel and the US, would see a 60-day pause in fighting in exchange for the release of 10 living hostages and 18 bodies held by Hamas, while Israel would free over 1,100 Palestinian prisoners. Israel's warning In a statement, Israel's Defence Minister, Israel Katz, said that Israel's military was functioning "with full force" and was carrying out attacks by air, land, and sea on an unprecedented scale "for maximum protection of our soldiers in preparation for the entry of the manoeuvring forces in each area." He stressed that the "Hamas murderers will now be forced to choose: accept the terms of the 'Witkoff Deal' for the release of the hostages – or be annihilated." This comes as Hamas, in a statement earlier on Friday, said it was still reviewing the temporary ceasefire deal, even as airstrikes in Gaza killed at least 27 people on Friday, including children. Citing unmet demands, Hamas said it was holding consultations with Palestinian factions. Meanwhile, US President Donald Trump has expressed optimism, saying a ceasefire deal is "very close". Speaking during a joint press conference marking X CEO Elon Musk's exit from DOGE, Trump said, "They're very close to an agreement on Gaza." "We'll let you know about it during the day or maybe tomorrow. And we have a chance of that," he added. For 19 months, Gaza has been embroiled in a war that started with the Hamas launching an attack on Israel on October 7, 2023. In the attack, 1,200 people were killed and 251 were taken hostage. Israel's military retaliatory campaign in Gaza has since then killed over 54,000 people, according to Gaza health authorities.

In a statement, Israel's Defence Minister, Israel Katz, said that the "Hamas murderers will now be forced to choose: accept the terms of the 'Witkoff Deal' for the release of the hostages – or be annihilated."

Israel warns Hamas: Accept US ceasefire deal or face 'annihilation'

French President Emmanuel Macron slammed Israel over the war with Hamas in Gaza, amid an escalating war of words between Jerusalem and Paris. Speaking at a summit in Singapore on Friday (May 30), President Emmanuel Macron said European countries should 'harden' their position on Israel, and that recognizing a Palestinian state, with some conditions, was 'a moral duty.'&nbsp;“If we abandon Gaza, if we consider there is a free pass for Israel, even if we do condemn the terrorist attacks, we will kill our credibility…And this is why we do reject double standard," Macron said.&nbsp;This comes after Israeli Defence Minister Israel Katz declared his government’s intention to build a “Jewish Israeli state” in the occupied West Bank.&nbsp;“This is a decisive response to the terrorist organisations that are trying to harm and weaken our hold on this land – and it is also a clear message to (French President Emmanuel) Macron and his associates: they will recognise a Palestinian state on paper – but we will build the Jewish Israeli state here on the ground,” Katz said in a statement, as per AFP.&nbsp;The French leader also said Europe and the United States were unable to solve crises around the world, including in Gaza and Ukraine.&nbsp;"I think the credibility of both the US and the Europeans to pretend to fix the crises in these regions is very low," Macron told the Shangri-la Dialogue at the end of his Southeast Asian tour.&nbsp;<h2>Israel's response to Macron</h2>In response, Israel's foreign ministry, said in a statement, "There is no humanitarian blockade. That is a blatant lie," defending its efforts to allow aid to enter the enclave. "But instead of applying pressure on the jihadist terrorists, Macron wants to reward them with a Palestinian state. No doubt its national day will be October 7," it added. Last week, Israel partially lifted a more than two-month blockade on supplies entering Gaza.&nbsp;“It is against Israel — under attack on multiple fronts in an attempt to destroy it — that Macron seeks to impose sanctions…“Hamas, for its part, has already praised Macron’s statements. Hamas knows why,” added the Foreign Ministry. &nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;

French President Emmanuel Macron slammed Israel over the war with Hamas in Gaza amid an escalating war of words between Jerusalem and Paris. 

French President Emmanuel Macron slammed Israel over the war with Hamas in Gaza, amid an escalating war of words between Jerusalem and Paris. Speaking at a summit in Singapore on Friday (May 30), President Emmanuel Macron said European countries should 'harden' their position on Israel, and that recognizing a Palestinian state, with some conditions, was 'a moral duty.' “If we abandon Gaza, if we consider there is a free pass for Israel, even if we do condemn the terrorist attacks, we will kill our credibility…And this is why we do reject double standard," Macron said. This comes after Israeli Defence Minister Israel Katz declared his government’s intention to build a “Jewish Israeli state” in the occupied West Bank. “This is a decisive response to the terrorist organisations that are trying to harm and weaken our hold on this land – and it is also a clear message to (French President Emmanuel) Macron and his associates: they will recognise a Palestinian state on paper – but we will build the Jewish Israeli state here on the ground,” Katz said in a statement, as per AFP. The French leader also said Europe and the United States were unable to solve crises around the world, including in Gaza and Ukraine. "I think the credibility of both the US and the Europeans to pretend to fix the crises in these regions is very low," Macron told the Shangri-la Dialogue at the end of his Southeast Asian tour. Israel's response to Macron In response, Israel's foreign ministry, said in a statement, "There is no humanitarian blockade. That is a blatant lie," defending its efforts to allow aid to enter the enclave. "But instead of applying pressure on the jihadist terrorists, Macron wants to reward them with a Palestinian state. No doubt its national day will be October 7," it added. Last week, Israel partially lifted a more than two-month blockade on supplies entering Gaza. “It is against Israel — under attack on multiple fronts in an attempt to destroy it — that Macron seeks to impose sanctions…“Hamas, for its part, has already praised Macron’s statements. Hamas knows why,” added the Foreign Ministry.

French President Emmanuel Macron slammed Israel over the war with Hamas in Gaza, amid an escalating war of words between Jerusalem and Paris.&nbsp;

'If we abandon Gaza...': Macron's remark draws Israeli ire, Israel says 'Hamas praises him you know why'

An Indian-American student at Massachusetts Institute of Technology (MIT), identified as Megha Vemuri, delivered a speech supporting Palestine on graduation day. &nbsp;Wearing a red keffiyeh, a scarf that shows support for Palestine, she addressed to fellow graduates, families, and faculty, saying, “You showed the world that MIT wants a free Palestine.” She criticised MIT’s links with the Israeli military, calling it a serious concern. &nbsp;“As scientists, engineers, academics, and leaders, we have a commitment to support life, support aid efforts, call for an arms embargo, and keep demanding now, as alumni, that MIT cuts the ties,” she said. &nbsp;Vemuri's speech comes at a time when Trump administration has tightened its visa rules and launched a crackdown on those promoting anti-semitism, groups like Hamas and even China.<h2>Vemuri's speech</h2>“The Israeli occupation forces are the only foreign military that MIT has research ties with; this means that Israel’s assault on the Palestinian people is not only aided and abetted by our country, but our school,” Vemuri said. She also added, “We are watching Israel try to wipe Palestine off the face of the earth, and it is a shame that MIT is a part of it.” &nbsp;Vemuri further praised students who have stood up in support of Palestine. &nbsp;“Last spring, MIT's undergraduate body and Graduate Student Union voted overwhelmingly to cut ties with the genocidal Israeli military. You called for a permanent ceasefire in Gaza, and you stood in solidarity with the pro-Palestine activists on campus," She said, praising students for standing their ground despite facing “threat, intimidation, and suppression coming from all directions, especially your university officials."

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She compared the situation of MIT graduates with students in Gaza: “While we prepare to graduate and move forward with our lives, there are no universities left in Gaza.” At the end of her speech, Vemuri asked her classmates to turn their class rings outward, a tradition that represents graduates stepping into the world.&nbsp;She ended her speech saying, “We carry with us the obligation to do everything we can to stop it.”&nbsp;

We are watching Israel try to wipe Palestine off the face of the earth and it is a shame that MIT is a part of it says Indian-American student at MIT

An Indian-American student at Massachusetts Institute of Technology (MIT), identified as Megha Vemuri, delivered a speech supporting Palestine on graduation day. Wearing a red keffiyeh, a scarf that shows support for Palestine, she addressed to fellow graduates, families, and faculty, saying, “You showed the world that MIT wants a free Palestine.” She criticised MIT’s links with the Israeli military, calling it a serious concern. “As scientists, engineers, academics, and leaders, we have a commitment to support life, support aid efforts, call for an arms embargo, and keep demanding now, as alumni, that MIT cuts the ties,” she said. Vemuri's speech comes at a time when Trump administration has tightened its visa rules and launched a crackdown on those promoting anti-semitism, groups like Hamas and even China. Vemuri's speech “The Israeli occupation forces are the only foreign military that MIT has research ties with; this means that Israel’s assault on the Palestinian people is not only aided and abetted by our country, but our school,” Vemuri said. She also added, “We are watching Israel try to wipe Palestine off the face of the earth, and it is a shame that MIT is a part of it.” Vemuri further praised students who have stood up in support of Palestine. “Last spring, MIT's undergraduate body and Graduate Student Union voted overwhelmingly to cut ties with the genocidal Israeli military. You called for a permanent ceasefire in Gaza, and you stood in solidarity with the pro-Palestine activists on campus," She said, praising students for standing their ground despite facing “threat, intimidation, and suppression coming from all directions, especially your university officials."

We are watching Israel try to wipe Palestine off the face of the earth, and it is a shame that MIT is a part of it, says Indian-American student at MIT

Indian-American student delivers graduation speech supporting Palestine at MIT: 'We are watching Israel try to wipe off...'

US has claimed that Israel has agreed to a ceasefire proposal for Gaza by &nbsp;Trump’s Middle East envoy Steve Witkoff. Although, there is no official statement from Israel yet. On the other hand, the Palestinian militant group Hamas, that has agreed to the proposal, said that the proposed deal is not aimed at ending the war but to free Israeli hostages.&nbsp;Here's an elaborate version of the proposed deal by Witkoff:&nbsp;The duration of the plan &nbsp;&nbsp;The proposed plan has mentioned a 60-day ceasefire. In the proposed deal, Donald Trump has promised to end the ongoing war within the agreed-upon period.&nbsp;Situation of hostages&nbsp;As per the proposed deal, from the list of 58 hostages: 10 &nbsp;live &nbsp;and 18 deceased will be released. They wil be released in two batches: 5 living and 9 deceased on day 1 of the ceasefire and remaining half on day 7.&nbsp;Humanitarian assistance&nbsp;The proposed plan said humanitarian aid will be sent into Gaza immediately once Hamas agrees to the ceasefire agreement, Times of Israel reported. Aid will be distributed through agreed upon channels that will include the United Nations and Red Crescent.&nbsp;Israeli military activities As the agreement will come into effect, all Israeli offensive military activities in Gaza will be stopped. As per the plan, there will be a cessation of aerial movement (military and surveillance) in the Gaza Strip for 10 hours daily, or 12 hours daily during days when exchange of hostages and prisoners take place. Deployment of Israeli Defence Force&nbsp;As per the plan, on the day 1 of the ceasefire, when the Israeli hostages will be free, redeployment in the northern part of the Gaza Strip and in Netzarim corridor, in accordance with article 3 regarding the &nbsp;humanitarian aid and base on maps will be agreed upon.On the day 7 of the deal, when other half of the hostage batch will be released, redeployment in southern part of the Gaza Strip in accordance with article 3 regarding the humanitarian aid and based on maps to be agreed upon.&nbsp;Release of Palestinian Prisoners&nbsp;In exchange of the release of the Israeli hostages, Israel will release 125 “life sentence” prisoners and 1,111 Gazan detainees who were detained after 7 October 2023.&nbsp;

Duration, hostages, and humanitarian aid: Everything you need to know about Witkoff’s 60-day Gaza ceasefire plan 


US has claimed that Israel has agreed to a ceasefire proposal for Gaza by Trump’s Middle East envoy Steve Witkoff. Although, there is no official statement from Israel yet. On the other hand, the Palestinian militant group Hamas, that has agreed to the proposal, said that the proposed deal is not aimed at ending the war but to free Israeli hostages. Here's an elaborate version of the proposed deal by Witkoff: The duration of the plan The proposed plan has mentioned a 60-day ceasefire. In the proposed deal, Donald Trump has promised to end the ongoing war within the agreed-upon period. Situation of hostages As per the proposed deal, from the list of 58 hostages: 10 live and 18 deceased will be released. They wil be released in two batches: 5 living and 9 deceased on day 1 of the ceasefire and remaining half on day 7. Humanitarian assistance The proposed plan said humanitarian aid will be sent into Gaza immediately once Hamas agrees to the ceasefire agreement, Times of Israel reported. Aid will be distributed through agreed upon channels that will include the United Nations and Red Crescent. Israeli military activities As the agreement will come into effect, all Israeli offensive military activities in Gaza will be stopped. As per the plan, there will be a cessation of aerial movement (military and surveillance) in the Gaza Strip for 10 hours daily, or 12 hours daily during days when exchange of hostages and prisoners take place. Deployment of Israeli Defence Force As per the plan, on the day 1 of the ceasefire, when the Israeli hostages will be free, redeployment in the northern part of the Gaza Strip and in Netzarim corridor, in accordance with article 3 regarding the humanitarian aid and base on maps will be agreed upon. On the day 7 of the deal, when other half of the hostage batch will be released, redeployment in southern part of the Gaza Strip in accordance with article 3 regarding the humanitarian aid and based on maps to be agreed upon. Release of Palestinian Prisoners In exchange of the release of the Israeli hostages, Israel will release 125 “life sentence” prisoners and 1,111 Gazan detainees who were detained after 7 October 2023.

Although, there is no official statement from Israel yet. On the other hand, the Palestinian militant group Hamas, that has agreed to the proposal, said that the proposed deal is not aimed at ending the war but to free Israeli hostages.

Duration, hostages, and humanitarian aid: Everything you need to know about Witkoff’s 60-day Gaza ceasefire plan

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Top 10 world news: Hamas Gaza chief Muhammad Sinwar killed; 3 Indians go missing in Iran, and more

Israeli Prime Minister Benjamin Netanyahu on Wednesday (May 28) announced that the Israeli military had killed Hamas Gaza chief Muhammad Sinwar in an air strike on May 13. His confirmation came days after Israel's Defence Minister Israel Katz said that Sinwar was "likely killed" in an airstrike on Gaza. Muhammad Sinwar, Hamas Gaza chief and brother of slain former chief Yahya Sinwar, had taken over the group after Yahya's death in October 2024. &nbsp;Yahya Sinwar was killed by the Israeli military in a firefight in the Palestine enclave.<h2>Who is Muhammad Sinwar?</h2>Muhammad Sinwar, nicknamed ‘the shadow’ by the Israeli Defence Forces (IDF), was born in 1975 in a Khan Younis refugee camp. Sinwar's family fled from Al-Majdal Asqalan during the 1948 Arab–Israeli War. He joined the military movement of Hamas in 1991 and in 2005, he became the commander of Hamas' Khan Younis brigade.&nbsp;&nbsp;However, Muhammad Sinwar came into prominence after the abduction of the Israeli soldier Gilad Shalit in 2006. This led to the Gilad Shalit prisoner exchange deal between Israel and Hamas in which 1027 prisoners were released in exchange for Shalit. The prisoners included Yahya Sinwar, who was serving a life sentence for the kidnapping of two Israeli soldiers in 1989.&nbsp;Prior to this, Sinwar was arrested by Israel in 1991 for suspected terrorism, serving only less than a year in custody before being released. He was also arrested by the Palestinian Authority in Ramallah in the 1990s. The IDF named him ‘the shadow’ because of his presence “behind the scenes.” The IDF has long been trying to eliminate Sinwar and reports state that he survived as many as six assassination attempts by Israel till May 2021. In 2014, Hamas had falsely announced that he was killed.&nbsp;After the killing of Yahya Sinwar, Israel made Muhammad Sinwar one of the most wanted men in Gaza, placing a $300,000 bounty on him. Hamas escalated its attacks and recruitment efforts under Muhammad Sinwar and all major Gaza operations were handle by him.&nbsp;&nbsp;<h2>&nbsp;</h2>&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp; &nbsp;

Muhammad Sinwar Hamas Gaza chief and brother of slain former chief Yahya Sinwar had taken over the group after Yahya's death in October 2024

Israeli Prime Minister Benjamin Netanyahu on Wednesday (May 28) announced that the Israeli military had killed Hamas Gaza chief Muhammad Sinwar in an air strike on May 13. His confirmation came days after Israel's Defence Minister Israel Katz said that Sinwar was "likely killed" in an airstrike on Gaza. Muhammad Sinwar, Hamas Gaza chief and brother of slain former chief Yahya Sinwar, had taken over the group after Yahya's death in October 2024. Yahya Sinwar was killed by the Israeli military in a firefight in the Palestine enclave. Who is Muhammad Sinwar? Muhammad Sinwar, nicknamed ‘the shadow’ by the Israeli Defence Forces (IDF), was born in 1975 in a Khan Younis refugee camp. Sinwar's family fled from Al-Majdal Asqalan during the 1948 Arab–Israeli War. He joined the military movement of Hamas in 1991 and in 2005, he became the commander of Hamas' Khan Younis brigade. However, Muhammad Sinwar came into prominence after the abduction of the Israeli soldier Gilad Shalit in 2006. This led to the Gilad Shalit prisoner exchange deal between Israel and Hamas in which 1027 prisoners were released in exchange for Shalit. The prisoners included Yahya Sinwar, who was serving a life sentence for the kidnapping of two Israeli soldiers in 1989. Prior to this, Sinwar was arrested by Israel in 1991 for suspected terrorism, serving only less than a year in custody before being released. He was also arrested by the Palestinian Authority in Ramallah in the 1990s. The IDF named him ‘the shadow’ because of his presence “behind the scenes.” The IDF has long been trying to eliminate Sinwar and reports state that he survived as many as six assassination attempts by Israel till May 2021. In 2014, Hamas had falsely announced that he was killed. After the killing of Yahya Sinwar, Israel made Muhammad Sinwar one of the most wanted men in Gaza, placing a $300,000 bounty on him. Hamas escalated its attacks and recruitment efforts under Muhammad Sinwar and all major Gaza operations were handle by him.

Muhammad Sinwar, Hamas Gaza chief and brother of slain former chief Yahya Sinwar, had taken over the group after Yahya's death in October 2024.

Who is Mohammad Sinwar, nicknamed 'the shadow' by IDF, now killed by Israel

Israeli Prime Minister Benjamin Netanyahu on Wednesday (May 28) announced that the Israeli military had killed Hamas Gaza chief and brother of slain former chief Muhammad Sinwar."We eliminated Mohammed Sinwar," Netanyahu told a parliament plenary session.Israeli media reported that Sinwar was targeted in Israeli air strikes in southern Gaza earlier this month.Sinwar was elevated to the top ranks of the Hamas terror group last year after Israel killed his brother Yahya Sinwar.&nbsp;<a href="https://www.wionews.com/videos/hamas-leader-muhammad-sinwar-killed-by-idf-in-gaza-reports-1747571810571">WATCH | Hamas leader Muhammad Sinwar killed by IDF in Gaza: reports</a>&nbsp;Earlier this month, Israel's Defence Minister, Israel Katz said that Mohammed Sinwar, a top Hamas commander and younger brother of Yahya Sinwar, was "likely killed" in an airstrike on Gaza last week.Speaking during a closed-door meeting with parliamentarians, Katz said, “Based on all indications, Mohammed Sinwar was killed.”The Israeli military had targeted underground infrastructure beneath the European Hospital in Khan Younis, believing Hamas was operating there, according to The Wall Street Journal.Saudi broadcaster Al-Hadath reported that Sinwar's body was found in a tunnel under Khan Younis, along with the bodies of ten of his aides.&nbsp;<a href="https://www.wionews.com/world/israel-hamas-leader-mohammed-sinwar-body-gaza-1747566717396">Also read: Israel says Hamas leader Mohammed Sinwar likely dead; body found in tunnel</a><h2>Who is Mohammed Sinwar?</h2>Mohammed Sinwar, born in Khan Younis in 1975, followed in his brother’s footsteps and joined Hamas in the late 1980s or early 1990s. He was arrested by Israeli forces in 1991 for suspected militant activity and spent less than a year in jail.Sinwar stepped up as a key figure in Gaza after Israel reportedly killed his brother, Yahya Sinwar, last October.Notably, Yahya was the mastermind behind the 7 October 2023 Hamas-led attack on Israel that ignited the ongoing war in Gaza.&nbsp;<a href="https://www.wionews.com/world/israel-hit-sanaa-international-airport-in-yemen-again-last-plane-used-by-houthis-destroyed-1748434438394">Also read: Israel hit Sanaa international airport in Yemen AGAIN, last plane used by Houthis destroyed - Video</a>

Sinwar was elevated to the top ranks of the Hamas terror group last year after Israel killed his brother Yahya Sinwar.

Israeli Prime Minister Benjamin Netanyahu on Wednesday (May 28) announced that the Israeli military had killed Hamas Gaza chief and brother of slain former chief Muhammad Sinwar. "We eliminated Mohammed Sinwar," Netanyahu told a parliament plenary session. Israeli media reported that Sinwar was targeted in Israeli air strikes in southern Gaza earlier this month. Sinwar was elevated to the top ranks of the Hamas terror group last year after Israel killed his brother Yahya Sinwar. WATCH | Hamas leader Muhammad Sinwar killed by IDF in Gaza: reports Earlier this month, Israel's Defence Minister, Israel Katz said that Mohammed Sinwar, a top Hamas commander and younger brother of Yahya Sinwar, was "likely killed" in an airstrike on Gaza last week. Speaking during a closed-door meeting with parliamentarians, Katz said, “Based on all indications, Mohammed Sinwar was killed.” The Israeli military had targeted underground infrastructure beneath the European Hospital in Khan Younis, believing Hamas was operating there, according to The Wall Street Journal. Saudi broadcaster Al-Hadath reported that Sinwar's body was found in a tunnel under Khan Younis, along with the bodies of ten of his aides. Also read: Israel says Hamas leader Mohammed Sinwar likely dead; body found in tunnel Who is Mohammed Sinwar? Mohammed Sinwar, born in Khan Younis in 1975, followed in his brother’s footsteps and joined Hamas in the late 1980s or early 1990s. He was arrested by Israeli forces in 1991 for suspected militant activity and spent less than a year in jail. Sinwar stepped up as a key figure in Gaza after Israel reportedly killed his brother, Yahya Sinwar, last October. Notably, Yahya was the mastermind behind the 7 October 2023 Hamas-led attack on Israel that ignited the ongoing war in Gaza. Also read: Israel hit Sanaa international airport in Yemen AGAIN, last plane used by Houthis destroyed - Video

Sinwar was elevated to the top ranks of the Hamas terror group last year after Israel killed his brother Yahya Sinwar.

Hamas Gaza chief Muhammad Sinwar killed, announces Israeli PM Netanyahu

It has been 600 days since the Hamas terror group attacked Israel. Families in Israel protested in Tel Aviv with the hope of bringing back the remaining hostages who are currently under Hamas captive.

It has been 600 days since the Hamas terror group attacked Israel. Families in Israel protested in Tel Aviv with the hope of bringing back the remaining hostages who are currently under Hamas captive.

Hope, tears and pain: Israel marks 600 days since October 7 Hamas attack

Israeli PM Benjamin Netanyahu has spoken against the claims of mass starvation in Gaza. Speaking at the International Holocaust Remembrance Alliance (IHRA) Conference, chaired by Israel in Jerusalem, Netanyahu said &nbsp;'there cannot be mass starvation at all' in Gaza as Israel has supplied about 1.8 million tons of food and humanitarian aid to the region.&nbsp;He justified his argument by giving an example of Palestinian prisoners, who according to him are never emaciated.&nbsp;"So we supply them with about 1.8 million tons 1.8 million tons of food and aid. That's an enormous amount and that's why people didn't have mass starvation at all," said Netanyahu.&nbsp;"In fact I'll give you one simple indication of that. We take thousands of prisoners. We sort them out into civilians and into combatants and we photograph them. You can see those photographs, those videos. What's the first thing you do when you take a prisoner in Gaza? First thing you do is you tell them, take your shirt off we want to see that there's no suicide vest.&nbsp;“Thousands and thousands of prisoners have taken their shirt off. And you don't see one, not one emaciated, not a single case from the beginning of the war till the present. In fact you see the opposite, you don't get enough exercise,” he further added.&nbsp;Earlier, the WHO Director-General Dr Tedros Adhanom Ghebreyesus had alleged starvation in Gaza and had urged Israel to allow &nbsp;humanitarian aid, including food, in the ongoing blockade.&nbsp;US-backed aid model in Gaza faces backlash&nbsp;Meanwhile, the head of the UN agency for Palestinian refugees has hit out at the new US-backed aid model in Gaza after Israeli forces fired in the air to disperse crowd that had rushed into a GHF aid distribution centre in Rafah in southern Gaza on Tuesday.&nbsp;"We have seen yesterday the shocking images of hungry people pushing against fences, desperate for food. It was chaotic, undignified and unsafe," UNRWA chief Philippe Lazzarini said in Japan, as reported by AFP.&nbsp;"I believe it is a waste of resources and a distraction from atrocities. We already have an aid distribution system that is fit for purpose," the head of the United Nations Relief and Works Agency for Palestine Refugees said. In early May, the United States sidelined the United Nations and created the Gaza Humanitarian Foundation (GHF), to provide aid to Palestinians. &nbsp;

Netanyahu justified his argument by giving an example of Palestinian prisoners, who according to him are never emaciated.

Israeli PM Benjamin Netanyahu has spoken against the claims of mass starvation in Gaza. Speaking at the International Holocaust Remembrance Alliance (IHRA) Conference, chaired by Israel in Jerusalem, Netanyahu said 'there cannot be mass starvation at all' in Gaza as Israel has supplied about 1.8 million tons of food and humanitarian aid to the region. He justified his argument by giving an example of Palestinian prisoners, who according to him are never emaciated. "So we supply them with about 1.8 million tons 1.8 million tons of food and aid. That's an enormous amount and that's why people didn't have mass starvation at all," said Netanyahu. "In fact I'll give you one simple indication of that. We take thousands of prisoners. We sort them out into civilians and into combatants and we photograph them. You can see those photographs, those videos. What's the first thing you do when you take a prisoner in Gaza? First thing you do is you tell them, take your shirt off we want to see that there's no suicide vest. “Thousands and thousands of prisoners have taken their shirt off. And you don't see one, not one emaciated, not a single case from the beginning of the war till the present. In fact you see the opposite, you don't get enough exercise,” he further added. Earlier, the WHO Director-General Dr Tedros Adhanom Ghebreyesus had alleged starvation in Gaza and had urged Israel to allow humanitarian aid, including food, in the ongoing blockade. US-backed aid model in Gaza faces backlash Meanwhile, the head of the UN agency for Palestinian refugees has hit out at the new US-backed aid model in Gaza after Israeli forces fired in the air to disperse crowd that had rushed into a GHF aid distribution centre in Rafah in southern Gaza on Tuesday. "We have seen yesterday the shocking images of hungry people pushing against fences, desperate for food. It was chaotic, undignified and unsafe," UNRWA chief Philippe Lazzarini said in Japan, as reported by AFP. "I believe it is a waste of resources and a distraction from atrocities. We already have an aid distribution system that is fit for purpose," the head of the United Nations Relief and Works Agency for Palestine Refugees said. In early May, the United States sidelined the United Nations and created the Gaza Humanitarian Foundation (GHF), to provide aid to Palestinians.

Netanyahu justified his argument by giving an example of Palestinian prisoners, who according to him are never emaciated.

Netanyahu shuns claims of mass starvation in Gaza, says 'they don't exercise'

After almost two years of the Hamas attack, a new report has emerged, stating that the terror group aimed to derail "normalisation" talks between Israel and Saudi Arabia by launching October 7 attacks and pushing Gaza into war.Hamas chief and Oct. 7 mastermind Yahya Sinwar allegedly told his men that an “extraordinary act” was needed to stop Israel and Saudi Arabia from reaching an agreement, The Wall Street Journal report revealed.Notably, Sinwar was killed last year by the Israeli military. He feared that such a deal between Israel and Saudi would undermine Hamas' cause for the destruction of Israel and the creation of a Palestinian state.The terror group chief ordered his men to immediately prepare for the attack they have been waiting on for two years, according to the new set of documents recovered by the Israeli army.The documents were allegedly found in a tunnel beneath Gaza. According to that, a deal between the two nations would be a game-changer for political dynamics in the Middle East.It further pointed to a pivotal meeting of Hamas's political leadership that took place just five days before the attack.“There is no doubt that the Saudi-Zionist normalization agreement is progressing significantly,” Sinwar allegedly said at the time, warning that the deal would “open the door for the majority of Arab and Islamic countries to follow the same path.”He added, the goal is "to bring about a major move or a strategic shift in the paths and balances of the region with regard to the Palestinian cause".Notably, Saudi officials have been pushing for a two-state solution as a condition for formally recognising Israel as an ally nation, which would mean that the Palestinian territory would be recognised as an independent entity.Hamas' October 7 attack killed over 1000 people in Israel and the retaliatory attacks on Gaza killed more than 53,000 people on the other side.&nbsp;&nbsp;<a href="https://www.wionews.com/world/hamas-nods-gaza-ceasefire-proposal-by-us-envoy-israel-hamas-war-1748268291513">Also read: Hamas agrees to Gaza ceasefire proposal by US envoy</a>

The terror group chief ordered his men to immediately prepare for the attack they have been waiting on for two years

After almost two years of the Hamas attack, a new report has emerged, stating that the terror group aimed to derail "normalisation" talks between Israel and Saudi Arabia by launching October 7 attacks and pushing Gaza into war. Hamas chief and Oct. 7 mastermind Yahya Sinwar allegedly told his men that an “extraordinary act” was needed to stop Israel and Saudi Arabia from reaching an agreement, The Wall Street Journal report revealed. Notably, Sinwar was killed last year by the Israeli military. He feared that such a deal between Israel and Saudi would undermine Hamas' cause for the destruction of Israel and the creation of a Palestinian state. The terror group chief ordered his men to immediately prepare for the attack they have been waiting on for two years, according to the new set of documents recovered by the Israeli army. The documents were allegedly found in a tunnel beneath Gaza. According to that, a deal between the two nations would be a game-changer for political dynamics in the Middle East. It further pointed to a pivotal meeting of Hamas's political leadership that took place just five days before the attack. “There is no doubt that the Saudi-Zionist normalization agreement is progressing significantly,” Sinwar allegedly said at the time, warning that the deal would “open the door for the majority of Arab and Islamic countries to follow the same path.” He added, the goal is "to bring about a major move or a strategic shift in the paths and balances of the region with regard to the Palestinian cause". Notably, Saudi officials have been pushing for a two-state solution as a condition for formally recognising Israel as an ally nation, which would mean that the Palestinian territory would be recognised as an independent entity. Hamas' October 7 attack killed over 1000 people in Israel and the retaliatory attacks on Gaza killed more than 53,000 people on the other side. Also read: Hamas agrees to Gaza ceasefire proposal by US envoy

The terror group chief ordered his men to immediately prepare for the attack they have been waiting on for two years.&nbsp;

Hamas motive behind Oct 7 attack REVEALED: Here's what tunnel papers beneath Gaza tell about Israel-Hamas war

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Top 10 world news: Hamas agrees to Gaza ceasefire proposal; Trump considering taking $3 billion away from Harvard, and more



The Palestinian militant group Hamas has agreed to a Gaza ceasefire proposal by the US special envoy, Steve Witkoff, on Monday (May 26), news agency Reuters reported citing a Palestinian official. US President Donald Trump on Monday (May 26) again slammed Harvard University, calling it "very antisemitic", saying that he is considering taking three billion dollars of grant money away from the Ivy League. German Chancellor Friedrich Merz said on Monday (May 26) that Western allies of Ukraine are no longer imposing any restrictions on using long-range weapons in Kyiv against Russia. Click on the headlines to read more Hamas agrees to Gaza ceasefire proposal by US envoy The Palestinian militant group Hamas has agreed to a Gaza ceasefire proposal by the US special envoy, Steve Witkoff, on Monday (May 26), news agency Reuters reported citing a Palestinian official. 'So badly needed': Trump considering taking THREE BILLION DOLLARS away from Harvard, says will give it to trade schools US President Donald Trump on Monday (May 26) again slammed Harvard University, calling it "very antisemitic", saying that he is considering taking three billion dollars of grant money away from the Ivy League. Western allies no longer restrict Kyiv from using long-range weapons against Russia: German Chancellor German Chancellor Friedrich Merz said on Monday (May 26) that Western allies of Ukraine are no longer imposing any restrictions on using long-range weapons in Kyiv against Russia. Did French President Macron's wife 'playfully smack' his face on plane? Watch video to know In a video making rounds on internet, French President Emmanuel Macron's wife Brigitte Macron has been seen, playfully smacking her husband as he stepped off the plane in Vietnam. India, Canada take steps to mend ties strained during Trudeau’s term; foreign ministers talk India’s foreign minister, Subrahmanyam Jaishankar, spoke to his Canadian counterpart, Anita Anand, in a call on Sunday, taking the first step to mend the strained bilateral relations between the two countries. Operation Sindoor: Indian Army shares how air defence tracked and downed Pak drones and missiles The Indian Army has released a booklet for its personnel on Operation Sindoor, with new details of the action by the Army, Navy and Air Force on terrorist infrastructure in Pakistan and Pakistan-Occupied Jammu and Kashmir, followed by tackling the swarm drones and missiles launched by the enemy and hitting airbases deep inside Pakistani territory. India reports 1,000 cases of COVID-19, 832 are active | Check state-wise details here India has witnessed a drastic rise in the number of COVID-19 cases with the total number of reported cases being over 1,000. The data was released by the Union Ministry of Health and Family Welfare (MoHFW) on Monday (May 26). As of May 26, India has 1,009 active cases of coronavirus. Indian Coast Guard tackles oil slick after Liberian vessel sinks off Kerala coast The Indian Coast Guard (ICG) launched an extensive pollution response operation to tackle the oil spill generated by the sinking of the Liberian container vessel MV MSC ELSA 3 on May 25, 2025, about 15 nautical miles southwest of Alappuzha, Kerala. Mukul Dev's final video filmed few days before his death goes viral | Watch The Indian film industry and fans are still mourning the death of actor Mukul Dev, who passed away at 54 in New Delhi. Amid this, a video of him has gone viral on social media and many are unable to believe the drastic change in his look. Warning bells ring for Team India ahead of the ENG Tests as Sai Sudharsan’s ex-coach drops worrying concerns Ajit Agarkar-led selection committee picked two uncapped players for the forthcoming England tour, including batter Sai Sudharsan and seamer Arshdeep Singh.

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Top 10 world news: Hamas agrees to Gaza ceasefire proposal; Trump considering taking $3 billion away from Harvard, and more

The Palestinian militant group Hamas has agreed to a Gaza ceasefire proposal by the US special envoy, Steve Witkoff, on Monday (May 26), news agency Reuters reported citing a Palestinian official. As per the new proposal, ten hostages will be released and there will be a total of 70 days of truce. The mediators handed over the proposal to the Palestinian militant group."The proposal includes the release of ten living Israeli hostages held by Hamas in two groups in return for a 70-day ceasefire and a partial withdrawal from the Gaza Strip," the source said, Reuters reported.The new proposal also sees the release of several Palestinian prisoners by Israel.Israel has not released any immediate comment yet. Israeli Prime Minister Benjamin Netanyahu said he hopes to make statement on Gaza hostages "today or tomorrow."&nbsp;Israel ended the January ceasefire agreement with Hamas on March 18 as it resumed its operation in Gaza.Hamas has said it is willing to free all remaining hostages seized by its gunmen in attacks on communities in southern Israel on October 7, 2023, and agree to a permanent ceasefire if Israel pulls out completely from Gaza.Netanyahu has said that he would agree to a temporary ceasefire only in return for the release of hostages. He said that the war could only end when Hamas is "eliminated".&nbsp;

Hamas agrees to Gaza ceasefire proposal by US envoy | Israel-Hamas War

The Palestinian militant group Hamas has agreed to a Gaza ceasefire proposal by the US special envoy, Steve Witkoff, on Monday (May 26), news agency Reuters reported citing a Palestinian official. As per the new proposal, ten hostages will be released and there will be a total of 70 days of truce. The mediators handed over the proposal to the Palestinian militant group. "The proposal includes the release of ten living Israeli hostages held by Hamas in two groups in return for a 70-day ceasefire and a partial withdrawal from the Gaza Strip," the source said, Reuters reported. The new proposal also sees the release of several Palestinian prisoners by Israel. Israel has not released any immediate comment yet. Israeli Prime Minister Benjamin Netanyahu said he hopes to make statement on Gaza hostages "today or tomorrow." Israel ended the January ceasefire agreement with Hamas on March 18 as it resumed its operation in Gaza. Hamas has said it is willing to free all remaining hostages seized by its gunmen in attacks on communities in southern Israel on October 7, 2023, and agree to a permanent ceasefire if Israel pulls out completely from Gaza. Netanyahu has said that he would agree to a temporary ceasefire only in return for the release of hostages. He said that the war could only end when Hamas is "eliminated".

Hamas agreed to a proposal by US special envoy Steve Witkoff for a Gaza ceasefire, a Palestinian official close to the group told Reuters.&nbsp;

Hamas agrees to Gaza ceasefire proposal by US envoy

An Israeli strike on early Monday (May 26) in the Gaza Strip killed at least 52 people, including 36 in a school-turned-shelter as they slept, said local health officials. The military said it targeted Palestinian militants operating from the school, reported AP.&nbsp;According to Fahmy Awad, head of the ministry’s emergency service, the school was hit three times when people were sleeping, setting their belongings on fire.&nbsp;The recent strike, which targeted Fahmi al-Jarjawi School, comes as Israel renews its offensive to destroy Gaza until it returns the remaining 58 hostages, who were taken following the October 7 attack that triggered the war. A third of those hostages are believed to be alive. The move has drawn sharp criticism from global leaders while aid groups have raised alarm over insufficient aid to staunch the hunger and health crisis in Gaza.&nbsp;Also read | <a href="https://www.wionews.com/world/israel-allows-food-into-starving-gaza-after-2-months-but-only-basic-amount-1747622074816">Israel allows food into starving Gaza after 2 months — but only ‘basic amount’</a>&nbsp;Last week, Israel agreed to allow a “basic amount” of food into the Gaza Strip after a two-month-long aid blockade of food, medicine, fuel, and other goods. The decision came following mounting international pressure.&nbsp;&nbsp;“Israel will authorise the entry of a basic amount of food for the population to ensure that a hunger crisis does not develop in the Gaza Strip,” Israeli Prime Minister Benjamin Netanyahu’s office said in a statement.&nbsp;Tel Aviv claimed that its blockade — in place since March 2 — was aimed at forcing concessions from the Palestinian militant group Hamas.&nbsp;Also read | <a href="https://www.wionews.com/world/israel-minister-says-hamas-not-the-enemy-every-child-in-gaza-is-1747924780039">‘Hamas is not enemy, every child in Gaza is’: Israel minister's BOLD remarks stir controversy</a>&nbsp;The aid groups have warned of famine and said that the aid is nowhere near enough to meet the mounting needs of Gaza.&nbsp;Israel has also announced plans to take “full control” of Gaza, launching operation ‘Gideon’s Chariots’, which was condemned by the UK, France, Spain, Canada and Qatar.&nbsp;A new aid system backed by Israel and the US is expected to begin on Monday (May 26) despite the resignation of the head of the Gaza Humanitarian Foundation (GHF), who said it would not be able to operate independently.&nbsp;Israeli military operations have destroyed large parts of Gaza and internally displaced about 90 per cent of its population, reported AP.

According to Fahmy Awad, head of the ministry’s emergency service, the school was hit three times when people were sleeping, setting their belongings on fire.

An Israeli strike on early Monday (May 26) in the Gaza Strip killed at least 52 people, including 36 in a school-turned-shelter as they slept, said local health officials. The military said it targeted Palestinian militants operating from the school, reported AP. According to Fahmy Awad, head of the ministry’s emergency service, the school was hit three times when people were sleeping, setting their belongings on fire. The recent strike, which targeted Fahmi al-Jarjawi School, comes as Israel renews its offensive to destroy Gaza until it returns the remaining 58 hostages, who were taken following the October 7 attack that triggered the war. A third of those hostages are believed to be alive. The move has drawn sharp criticism from global leaders while aid groups have raised alarm over insufficient aid to staunch the hunger and health crisis in Gaza. Also read | Israel allows food into starving Gaza after 2 months — but only ‘basic amount’ Last week, Israel agreed to allow a “basic amount” of food into the Gaza Strip after a two-month-long aid blockade of food, medicine, fuel, and other goods. The decision came following mounting international pressure. “Israel will authorise the entry of a basic amount of food for the population to ensure that a hunger crisis does not develop in the Gaza Strip,” Israeli Prime Minister Benjamin Netanyahu’s office said in a statement. Tel Aviv claimed that its blockade — in place since March 2 — was aimed at forcing concessions from the Palestinian militant group Hamas. Also read | ‘Hamas is not enemy, every child in Gaza is’: Israel minister's BOLD remarks stir controversy The aid groups have warned of famine and said that the aid is nowhere near enough to meet the mounting needs of Gaza. Israel has also announced plans to take “full control” of Gaza, launching operation ‘Gideon’s Chariots’, which was condemned by the UK, France, Spain, Canada and Qatar. A new aid system backed by Israel and the US is expected to begin on Monday (May 26) despite the resignation of the head of the Gaza Humanitarian Foundation (GHF), who said it would not be able to operate independently. Israeli military operations have destroyed large parts of Gaza and internally displaced about 90 per cent of its population, reported AP.

According to Fahmy Awad, head of the ministry’s emergency service, the school was hit three times when people were sleeping, setting their belongings on fire.

Israeli attack on Gaza’s school-turned-shelter kills over 50 as Tel Aviv renews offensive

Amid the ongoing war with the Israel Defense Forces (IDF), Hamas is facing an unprecedented financial crisis, London-based newspaper Al-Sharq Al-Awsat reported, citing sources.&nbsp;Sources close to the organisation suggest that it is rapidly depleting its financial reserves, struggling to cover the costs of governance and salaries for its operatives.&nbsp;The reports further suggests that this financial shortfall is the worst Hamas has faced since its founding. Some estimates indicate that the organisation is unable to meet its salary obligations, forcing it to reduce payments or delay them altogether. This has led to a growing sense of dissatisfaction among its ranks and broader Gaza’s civilian population.&nbsp;Also Read: <a href="https://www.wionews.com/world/-first-you-hear-a-whistle-ex-israeli-hostage-says-idf-airstrikes-were-her-biggest-fear-during-captivity-1748143597670">'First you hear a whistle...': Ex-Israeli hostage says IDF airstrikes were her biggest fear during captivity</a>&nbsp;As per sources, the Palestine-based militant group has paid only 900 shekels (about $240) for four months. The newspaper also reveals that, due to the IDF's ongoing elimination of Hamas' leadership, there is a 'vacuum' within the terror group's so-called government.&nbsp;The sources also add that members of the al-Qassam brigades, its military wing, have not been paid for around three months, while families of those deceased members of the terror group, prisoners, and wounded have not receive their usual salaries.&nbsp;Also Read: <a href="https://www.wionews.com/world/women-are-at-higher-risk-of-losing-their-jobs-to-ai-than-men-report-1748109512244">Women are at higher risk of losing their jobs to AI than men: Report</a>&nbsp;Meanwhile, in the Gaza Strip, tensions remain high as the situation continues to deteriorate. On Saturday (May 24), Gaza's civil defence agency reported that an Israeli airstrike in Khan Yunis killed nine children from the same family. The victims were the children of two married doctors. The Israeli military responded that it had targeted "several suspects" near its troops and is reviewing the incident.&nbsp;Israel has stepped up its military operations in Gaza in recent days, prompting renewed international criticism and calls for increased humanitarian aid.

Hamas facing unprecedented financial crisis amid war with Israel Reports

Amid the ongoing war with the Israel Defense Forces (IDF), Hamas is facing an unprecedented financial crisis, London-based newspaper Al-Sharq Al-Awsat reported, citing sources. Sources close to the organisation suggest that it is rapidly depleting its financial reserves, struggling to cover the costs of governance and salaries for its operatives. The reports further suggests that this financial shortfall is the worst Hamas has faced since its founding. Some estimates indicate that the organisation is unable to meet its salary obligations, forcing it to reduce payments or delay them altogether. This has led to a growing sense of dissatisfaction among its ranks and broader Gaza’s civilian population. Also Read: 'First you hear a whistle...': Ex-Israeli hostage says IDF airstrikes were her biggest fear during captivity As per sources, the Palestine-based militant group has paid only 900 shekels (about $240) for four months. The newspaper also reveals that, due to the IDF's ongoing elimination of Hamas' leadership, there is a 'vacuum' within the terror group's so-called government. The sources also add that members of the al-Qassam brigades, its military wing, have not been paid for around three months, while families of those deceased members of the terror group, prisoners, and wounded have not receive their usual salaries. Also Read: Women are at higher risk of losing their jobs to AI than men: Report Meanwhile, in the Gaza Strip, tensions remain high as the situation continues to deteriorate. On Saturday (May 24), Gaza's civil defence agency reported that an Israeli airstrike in Khan Yunis killed nine children from the same family. The victims were the children of two married doctors. The Israeli military responded that it had targeted "several suspects" near its troops and is reviewing the incident. Israel has stepped up its military operations in Gaza in recent days, prompting renewed international criticism and calls for increased humanitarian aid.

According to reports, Hamas is having difficulty paying salaries to employees and operatives due to the unprecedented financial crisis

Hamas grapples with severe financial hassle amid war with Israel: Reports

An Israeli woman, who was held hostage in Gaza, said that the thing she feared the most during the time was airstrikes by the <a href="https://www.wionews.com/world/israel-minister-says-hamas-not-the-enemy-every-child-in-gaza-is-1747924780039">Israeli Defence Force</a> (IDF). Naama Levy, one of five IDF female surveillance soldiers released in the Gaza <a href="https://www.wionews.com/videos/israel-hamas-war-israeli-mp-hits-out-at-own-country-for-killing-babies-as-a-hobby-1747850616738">ceasefire-hostage</a> deal back in January gave the statement while addressing around 1,500 at the Hostages Square.&nbsp;“They come by surprise,” Levy said.&nbsp;“First you hear a whistle, pray it doesn’t fall on you, and then — the booms, a noise loud enough to paralyse you, the earth shakes," she added, Times of Israel reported.&nbsp;She further said that every time she would hear an <a href="https://www.wionews.com/videos/israel-gaza-war-israeli-pm-netanyahu-says-israel-will-control-all-of-gaza-1747882098093">airstrike</a>, she thought that was her "end".&nbsp;"And it’s also what put me in the most danger: one of the bombardments collapsed part of the house I was in,” she said.&nbsp;Also read: <a href="https://www.wionews.com/world/-netanyahu-is-more-interested-in-staying-in-power-than-winning-war-israeli-poll-1748066978940">'Netanyahu is more interested in staying in power than winning war': Israeli poll</a>&nbsp;“The wall I was leaning on didn’t collapse, and that’s what saved me," the ex-Israeli hostage added.“That was my reality, and now it’s their reality,” she said.&nbsp;Narrating her condition in the captivity, Levy said that there were days when she had no food, no water. One day her captors put a pot outside the house and rain filled it. She drank the rain water to get id of hunger.&nbsp;

 Ex-Israeli hostage says IDF airstrikes were her biggest fear during captivity

An Israeli woman, who was held hostage in Gaza, said that the thing she feared the most during the time was airstrikes by the Israeli Defence Force (IDF). Naama Levy, one of five IDF female surveillance soldiers released in the Gaza ceasefire-hostage deal back in January gave the statement while addressing around 1,500 at the Hostages Square. “They come by surprise,” Levy said. “First you hear a whistle, pray it doesn’t fall on you, and then — the booms, a noise loud enough to paralyse you, the earth shakes," she added, Times of Israel reported. She further said that every time she would hear an airstrike, she thought that was her "end". "And it’s also what put me in the most danger: one of the bombardments collapsed part of the house I was in,” she said. Also read: 'Netanyahu is more interested in staying in power than winning war': Israeli poll “The wall I was leaning on didn’t collapse, and that’s what saved me," the ex-Israeli hostage added. “That was my reality, and now it’s their reality,” she said. Narrating her condition in the captivity, Levy said that there were days when she had no food, no water. One day her captors put a pot outside the house and rain filled it. She drank the rain water to get id of hunger.

An Israeli woman, who was held hostage in Gaza, said that the thing she feared the most during the time was airstrikes by the Israeli Defence Force (IDF).&nbsp;

'First you hear a whistle...': Ex-Israeli hostage says IDF airstrikes were her biggest fear during captivity

Wikileaks founder Julian Assange attended the Cannes Film Festival 2025 for the screening of the documentary The Six Billion Dollar Man, which is based on his life. But more than the documentary, his statement T-shirt drew attention. During a photocall on Thursday morning, Assange was seen wearing a white T-Shit carrying names of 4,986 Palestinian children who lost their lives since the Israel-Hamas conflict broke out in 2023, as per reports. The official X handle of Wikileaks, a non-profit organisation known for publishing classified, censored, or otherwise restricted information, often related to government and corporate misconduct, shared pictures and videos of the Australian editor-publisher at the French Riviera. “Julian Assange wore a Stop Israel T-shirt. Stella Assange wore a large message saying "Stop Killing". Two messages. One demand: end the violence,” reads the caption of the post on X.&nbsp;<h2>Assange's first public appearance since his release from prison</h2> The Cannes visit was Assange's first public appearance since his release from prison last year. The Wikileaks founder attended the film festival to promote The Six Billion Dollar Man documentary by American director Eugene Jarecki. Assange had spent five years behind bars fighting extradition from Britain and another seven holed up in the Ecuador embassy in London, where he claimed political asylum. The 53-year-old former hacker was released from a high-security British prison last June after a plea bargain with the US government over WikiLeaks's work publishing top-secret military and diplomatic information, as per AFP. &nbsp;According to WikiLeaks, "The Six Billion Dollar Man, an award-winning documentary and recent Golden Globe winner, premieres at the Cannes Film Festival. It traces WikiLeaks’ groundbreaking publications, the persecution that followed, and the campaign that secured Julian Assange’s release from Belmarsh prison. The film is an unflinching account of war crimes, surveillance, state power, and the human cost of exposing the truth,” they added. &nbsp;Assange appeared at Cannes alongside his wife Stella, Kristinn Hrafnsson, Joseph Farrell, Eugene Jarecki, Rafael Correa, Jen Robinson, and the team behind the documentary.

During a photocall on Thursday morning, Assange was seen wearing a white T-Shit carrying names of 4,986 Palestinian children who lost their lives since the Israel-Hamas conflict broke out in 2023.

Wikileaks founder Julian Assange attended the Cannes Film Festival 2025 for the screening of the documentary The Six Billion Dollar Man, which is based on his life. But more than the documentary, his statement T-shirt drew attention. During a photocall on Thursday morning, Assange was seen wearing a white T-Shit carrying names of 4,986 Palestinian children who lost their lives since the Israel-Hamas conflict broke out in 2023, as per reports. The official X handle of Wikileaks, a non-profit organisation known for publishing classified, censored, or otherwise restricted information, often related to government and corporate misconduct, shared pictures and videos of the Australian editor-publisher at the French Riviera. “Julian Assange wore a Stop Israel T-shirt. Stella Assange wore a large message saying "Stop Killing". Two messages. One demand: end the violence,” reads the caption of the post on X. Assange's first public appearance since his release from prison The Cannes visit was Assange's first public appearance since his release from prison last year. The Wikileaks founder attended the film festival to promote The Six Billion Dollar Man documentary by American director Eugene Jarecki. Assange had spent five years behind bars fighting extradition from Britain and another seven holed up in the Ecuador embassy in London, where he claimed political asylum. The 53-year-old former hacker was released from a high-security British prison last June after a plea bargain with the US government over WikiLeaks's work publishing top-secret military and diplomatic information, as per AFP. According to WikiLeaks, "The Six Billion Dollar Man, an award-winning documentary and recent Golden Globe winner, premieres at the Cannes Film Festival. It traces WikiLeaks’ groundbreaking publications, the persecution that followed, and the campaign that secured Julian Assange’s release from Belmarsh prison. The film is an unflinching account of war crimes, surveillance, state power, and the human cost of exposing the truth,” they added. Assange appeared at Cannes alongside his wife Stella, Kristinn Hrafnsson, Joseph Farrell, Eugene Jarecki, Rafael Correa, Jen Robinson, and the team behind the documentary.

During a photocall on Thursday morning, Assange was seen wearing a white T-Shit carrying names of 4,986 Palestinian children who lost their lives since the Israel-Hamas conflict broke out in 2023.

Cannes 2025: Wikileaks founder Julian Assange wears statement T-shirt carrying names of Palestinian kids killed by Israel

Former Israeli lawmaker Moshe Feiglin has sparked a row over his recent remarks on Gaza and Israel’s military operation, saying every child in Gaza is an “enemy”.&nbsp;During an interview aired on Israeli TV Channel 14, the far-right minister said, “The enemy is not Hamas, nor is it the military wing of Hamas. Every child in Gaza is the enemy. We need to occupy Gaza and settle it, and not a single Gazan child will be left there. There is no other victory.”&nbsp;Feiglin’s remarks echo the stance taken by several far-right Israeli leaders, who called for an increase in Israeli settlements in the West Bank and along the Gaza border.&nbsp;Also read | <a href="https://www.wionews.com/world/israel-fires-warning-shots-at-diplomats-in-west-bank-video-shows-them-running-for-cover-watch-1747906878284">Israel fires warning shots at diplomats in West Bank, video shows them running for cover. Watch</a>&nbsp;Earlier this week, Israel announced plans to take “full control” of Gaza, launching operation ‘Gideon’s Chariots’, which was condemned by the UK, France, Spain, Canada and Qatar.&nbsp;<h2>‘Killing babies as a hobby’</h2>&nbsp;Feiglin’s comments came after retired IDF deputy chief of staff Yair Golan accused Israel of “killing babies as a hobby.”&nbsp;“Israel is on the way to becoming a pariah state, like South Africa was, if we don’t return to acting like a sane country. A sane country does not fight against civilians, does not kill babies as a hobby, and does not engage in mass population displacement,” said Golan.&nbsp;Prime Minister Benjamin Netanyahu hit back at Golan, saying that his remarks were “wild incitement” and “blood libel”.&nbsp;According to data released by the Palestinian Education Ministry in April 2025, over 17,000 children have died in the Gaza Strip since the war began in October 2023.&nbsp;Also read |&nbsp;<a href="https://www.wionews.com/world/israel-allows-food-into-starving-gaza-after-2-months-but-only-basic-amount-1747622074816">Israel allows food into starving Gaza after 2 months — but only 'basic amount'</a>&nbsp;<h2>Israel allows food into Gaza after 2 months</h2>&nbsp;On May 19, Netanyahu’s office announced that it had agreed to allow a “basic amount of food for the population” in the Gaza Strip to prevent a “hunger crisis”. This comes after a two-month-long aid blockade and as Israel ramps up its largest ground offensive in weeks.&nbsp;Tel Aviv claimed that its blockade — in place since March 2 — was aimed at forcing concessions from the Palestinian militant group Hamas.

Israel minister says Hamas not the enemy, ‘every child in Gaza is’

Former Israeli lawmaker Moshe Feiglin has sparked a row over his recent remarks on Gaza and Israel’s military operation, saying every child in Gaza is an “enemy”. During an interview aired on Israeli TV Channel 14, the far-right minister said, “The enemy is not Hamas, nor is it the military wing of Hamas. Every child in Gaza is the enemy. We need to occupy Gaza and settle it, and not a single Gazan child will be left there. There is no other victory.” Feiglin’s remarks echo the stance taken by several far-right Israeli leaders, who called for an increase in Israeli settlements in the West Bank and along the Gaza border. Also read | Israel fires warning shots at diplomats in West Bank, video shows them running for cover. Watch Earlier this week, Israel announced plans to take “full control” of Gaza, launching operation ‘Gideon’s Chariots’, which was condemned by the UK, France, Spain, Canada and Qatar. ‘Killing babies as a hobby’ Feiglin’s comments came after retired IDF deputy chief of staff Yair Golan accused Israel of “killing babies as a hobby.” “Israel is on the way to becoming a pariah state, like South Africa was, if we don’t return to acting like a sane country. A sane country does not fight against civilians, does not kill babies as a hobby, and does not engage in mass population displacement,” said Golan. Prime Minister Benjamin Netanyahu hit back at Golan, saying that his remarks were “wild incitement” and “blood libel”. According to data released by the Palestinian Education Ministry in April 2025, over 17,000 children have died in the Gaza Strip since the war began in October 2023. Also read | Israel allows food into starving Gaza after 2 months — but only 'basic amount' Israel allows food into Gaza after 2 months On May 19, Netanyahu’s office announced that it had agreed to allow a “basic amount of food for the population” in the Gaza Strip to prevent a “hunger crisis”. This comes after a two-month-long aid blockade and as Israel ramps up its largest ground offensive in weeks. Tel Aviv claimed that its blockade — in place since March 2 — was aimed at forcing concessions from the Palestinian militant group Hamas.

Earlier this week, Israel announced plans to take “full control” of Gaza, launching operation ‘Gideon’s Chariots’, which was condemned by the UK, France, Spain, Canada and Qatar.

‘Hamas is not enemy, every child in Gaza is’: Israel minister's BOLD remarks stir controversy

Israel has agreed to allow food into the Gaza Strip, but only a "basic amount". This comes after a two-month-long aid blockade and as Israel ramps up its largest ground offensive in weeks.The decision, as per reports, comes amid mounting international pressure to lift the total blockade imposed over two months ago.<h2>To avoid a 'hunger crisis'</h2>Israeli Prime Minister Benjamin Netanyahu's office, in a statement, said that the "basic amount of food for the population" aims to prevent a "hunger crisis" could not develop in the Gaza Strip.Also read | <a href="https://west-asia/israeli-air-strike-destroys-hamas-tv-building-176982">Israeli air strike destroys Hamas TV building</a>"Israel will authorise the entry of a basic amount of food for the population to ensure that a hunger crisis does not develop in the Gaza Strip", it said.Such a crisis could derail its military objectives, it said, adding that Israel would "act to prevent Hamas from seizing this humanitarian aid".Tel Aviv claimed that its blockade — in place since March 2 — was aimed at forcing concessions from Palestinian militant group Hamas.<h2>Too little, too late?</h2>Since the start of the blockade, UN agencies have warned of critical shortages of food, clean water, fuel, and medicines.Last week, Donald Trump, the President of the United States, a critical ally for Israel, also acknowledged that a "lot of people are starving", vowing "we're going to get that taken care of".Citing Marwan al-Hams, director of field hospitals at Gaza's health ministry, AFP reports that "57 children have died in Gaza as a result of famine" since the blockade began on March 2 — though the news agency said it could not independently verify the figure.Also read | <a href="https://www.wionews.com/world/israeli-army-says-intercepted-missile-fired-from-yemen-1747533274275">Israeli army says intercepted missile fired from Yemen</a><h2>Full-scale ground assault kicks off as food trickles in</h2>The announcement of basic food being allowed follows a dramatic escalation as the Israeli military on Sunday launched "extensive ground operations throughout the northern and southern Gaza Strip", saying it was deploying forces in "key positions" to defeat Hamas and free hostages.Over 50 people were reportedly killed in Israeli airstrikes Sunday alone, including civilians sheltering in tents in Al-Mawasi.Speaking to news agency AFP, Warda al-Shaer, a grieving survivor, said, "All my family members are gone. There is no one left"."The children were killed as well as their parents. My mother died too, and my niece lost her eye."&nbsp;&nbsp;

Israeli Prime Minister Benjamin Netanyahu office, in a statement, said that the basic amount of food for the population aims to prevent a hunger crisis could not develop in the Gaza Strip.

Israel has agreed to allow food into the Gaza Strip, but only a "basic amount". This comes after a two-month-long aid blockade and as Israel ramps up its largest ground offensive in weeks. The decision, as per reports, comes amid mounting international pressure to lift the total blockade imposed over two months ago. To avoid a 'hunger crisis' Israeli Prime Minister Benjamin Netanyahu's office, in a statement, said that the "basic amount of food for the population" aims to prevent a "hunger crisis" could not develop in the Gaza Strip. Also read | Israeli air strike destroys Hamas TV building "Israel will authorise the entry of a basic amount of food for the population to ensure that a hunger crisis does not develop in the Gaza Strip", it said. Such a crisis could derail its military objectives, it said, adding that Israel would "act to prevent Hamas from seizing this humanitarian aid". Tel Aviv claimed that its blockade — in place since March 2 — was aimed at forcing concessions from Palestinian militant group Hamas. Too little, too late? Since the start of the blockade, UN agencies have warned of critical shortages of food, clean water, fuel, and medicines. Last week, Donald Trump, the President of the United States, a critical ally for Israel, also acknowledged that a "lot of people are starving", vowing "we're going to get that taken care of". Citing Marwan al-Hams, director of field hospitals at Gaza's health ministry, AFP reports that "57 children have died in Gaza as a result of famine" since the blockade began on March 2 — though the news agency said it could not independently verify the figure. Also read | Israeli army says intercepted missile fired from Yemen Full-scale ground assault kicks off as food trickles in The announcement of basic food being allowed follows a dramatic escalation as the Israeli military on Sunday launched "extensive ground operations throughout the northern and southern Gaza Strip", saying it was deploying forces in "key positions" to defeat Hamas and free hostages. Over 50 people were reportedly killed in Israeli airstrikes Sunday alone, including civilians sheltering in tents in Al-Mawasi. Speaking to news agency AFP, Warda al-Shaer, a grieving survivor, said, "All my family members are gone. There is no one left". "The children were killed as well as their parents. My mother died too, and my niece lost her eye."

Israeli Prime Minister Benjamin Netanyahu's office, in a statement, said that the "basic amount of food for the population" aims to prevent a "hunger crisis" could not develop in the Gaza Strip.

Israel allows food into starving Gaza after 2 months — but only 'basic amount'

The Israel Defense Forces (IDF) has begun issuing call-up orders for tens of thousands of reservists as it prepares to significantly expand its military operations against Hamas in the Gaza Strip.
On Saturday, the Israel Defense Forces (IDF) said that the tens of thousands, many of whom have already been mobilised multiple times during the war, are expected to begin reporting for duty this week.
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<h2>How many soldiers is Israel rallying?</h2>
While the IDF did not confirm specific numbers, as per an AFP report, relatives of journalists from the news agency were among those receiving orders.
These reinforcements, as per a Times of Israel report, will primarily replace active-duty soldiers stationed in Lebanon, Syria and the occupied West Bank, freeing them up for redeployment to Gaza. The IDF said the mobilisation was being carried out because of "practical and operational interests" and is part of a planned staged offensive to escalate pressure on Hamas.
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Prime Minister Benjamin Netanyahu was briefed on the strategy during a Friday security consultation. His security cabinet is expected to convene Sunday to approve the new phase of operations.
The planned offensive will expand the IDF's presence into new areas of the Strip. Currently, three Israeli divisions are operating in Gaza. The IDF insists its goal is to pressure Hamas into a hostage deal &mdash; not outright destroy the group.
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<h2>Israel-Hamas war in Gaza: Death toll</h2>
Since October 7, when Hamas launched a surprise assault that killed about 1,200 people and led to the abduction of 251 hostages, the IDF has reported killing around 21,600 Hamas fighters, including 1,600 militants inside Israel. The Hamas-run health ministry in Gaza claims over 52,400 Palestinians have been killed, though these figures are unverified and do not distinguish between civilians and combatants.
As of now, 59 hostages remain in Gaza, including the body of a soldier killed in the 2014 war.
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World | Israel Defense Forces calls up tens of thousands of reservists to expand military operations in Gaza, focusing on pressuring Hamas for a hostage deal.

The Israel Defense Forces (IDF) has begun issuing call-up orders for tens of thousands of reservists as it prepares to significantly expand its military operations against Hamas in the Gaza Strip. On Saturday, the Israel Defense Forces (IDF) said that the tens of thousands, many of whom have already been mobilised multiple times during the war, are expected to begin reporting for duty this week. Also read | Israel's wildfire 'under control' after over 30 hours but risk of reignition remains | In Pics How many soldiers is Israel rallying? While the IDF did not confirm specific numbers, as per an AFP report, relatives of journalists from the news agency were among those receiving orders. These reinforcements, as per a Times of Israel report, will primarily replace active-duty soldiers stationed in Lebanon, Syria and the occupied West Bank, freeing them up for redeployment to Gaza. The IDF said the mobilisation was being carried out because of "practical and operational interests" and is part of a planned staged offensive to escalate pressure on Hamas. Also read | Trump planning massive military parade to mark army’s 250th anniversary — and his birthday. Deets inside Prime Minister Benjamin Netanyahu was briefed on the strategy during a Friday security consultation. His security cabinet is expected to convene Sunday to approve the new phase of operations. The planned offensive will expand the IDF's presence into new areas of the Strip. Currently, three Israeli divisions are operating in Gaza. The IDF insists its goal is to pressure Hamas into a hostage deal — not outright destroy the group. Also read | Trump's ally who once likened him to Jesus, slams him on X; Is US president's leadership in trouble? Israel-Hamas war in Gaza: Death toll Since October 7, when Hamas launched a surprise assault that killed about 1,200 people and led to the abduction of 251 hostages, the IDF has reported killing around 21,600 Hamas fighters, including 1,600 militants inside Israel. The Hamas-run health ministry in Gaza claims over 52,400 Palestinians have been killed, though these figures are unverified and do not distinguish between civilians and combatants. As of now, 59 hostages remain in Gaza, including the body of a soldier killed in the 2014 war.

Israel calls up tens of thousands of reservists for next phase of war against Hamas in Gaza

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!

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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

US Secretary of State Marco Rubio said on Friday (March 28) that America gives student visa to "study and get a degree" and not "to become a social activist". This was after the visa of a Turkish student Rumeysa Ozturkwas was revoked after she allegedly engaged in activities beyond the scope of her student visa.
Rubio emphasised that international students must stick to the terms of their visas.&nbsp;
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"If we've given you a visa and then you decide to do that, we're going to take it away," he said during a joint press conference with Guyanese President Irfaan Ali.&nbsp;
&ldquo;We revoked her visa...We gave you a visa to come and study and get a degree, not to become a social activist that tears up our university campuses," he added.&nbsp;
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<h2>'Support of Hamas'&nbsp;</h2>
Ozturk was a doctoral student at Tufts University. She was arrested by the federal agents outside her off-campus apartment on March 25.&nbsp;
She became one of many international students, including Indians, who came under scrutiny by the Trump administration.&nbsp;
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The 27-year-old student was on her way to break her Ramzan fast when she was taken into custody. Her lawyer has expressed concerned that nobody is able to contact her or have any idea about her whereabouts. The lawyer said no charges have been flied against Ozturk .&nbsp;
A Homeland Security spokesperson claimed that Ozturk had "engaged in activities in support of" Hamas amid the ongoing Israel war in Gaza. They said this was the ground of revoking her visa.&nbsp;
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The President of the university Sunil Kumar said the university had no prior knowledge of the detention plans and did not cooperate with federal authorities.&nbsp;
(With inputs from agencies)

WORLD |  This was after the visa of a Turkish student Rumeysa Ozturkwas was revoked after she allegedly engaged in activities beyond the scope of her student visa.

US Secretary of State Marco Rubio said on Friday (March 28) that America gives student visa to "study and get a degree" and not "to become a social activist". This was after the visa of a Turkish student Rumeysa Ozturkwas was revoked after she allegedly engaged in activities beyond the scope of her student visa. Rubio emphasised that international students must stick to the terms of their visas. Also read: 'Left my cat behind...': Indian student who self-deported from US says, 'Columbia let me down' "If we've given you a visa and then you decide to do that, we're going to take it away," he said during a joint press conference with Guyanese President Irfaan Ali. “We revoked her visa...We gave you a visa to come and study and get a degree, not to become a social activist that tears up our university campuses," he added. Also read: Who is Rumeysa Ozturk? Turkish student detained by federal agents amid Trump crackdown 'Support of Hamas' Ozturk was a doctoral student at Tufts University. She was arrested by the federal agents outside her off-campus apartment on March 25. She became one of many international students, including Indians, who came under scrutiny by the Trump administration. Also read: Court halts US effort to detain Columbia student over protests The 27-year-old student was on her way to break her Ramzan fast when she was taken into custody. Her lawyer has expressed concerned that nobody is able to contact her or have any idea about her whereabouts. The lawyer said no charges have been flied against Ozturk . A Homeland Security spokesperson claimed that Ozturk had "engaged in activities in support of" Hamas amid the ongoing Israel war in Gaza. They said this was the ground of revoking her visa. Also read: Getting a US student visa just got harder: F-1 rejections hit 10-year high with 40% of applicants denied The President of the university Sunil Kumar said the university had no prior knowledge of the detention plans and did not cooperate with federal authorities. (With inputs from agencies)

'Visa to study, not to become social activist': US state secretary Rubio after detention of Turkish student for 'supporting' Hamas

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

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