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French President Emmanual Macron says Israel's goal to destroy Hamas risks a decade of war. To know more watch this interview with Glenn Diesen, who is a professor at South-Eastern University, Oslo.

Israel-Hamas war: Can diplomacy end Israel-Hamas war?

French President Emmanual Macron says Israel's goal to destroy Hamas risks a decade of war.

Israel-Hamas war: Will Qatar's mediation ensure another truce?

Israeli warplanes and artillery are bombarding the Gaza Strip. The Gaza Health Ministry says at least 193 Palestinians have been killed and 650 wounded since the truce ended on Friday morning, adding to the more than 15,000 Palestinian dead since the start of the war.

Israel-Hamas war | Mediators: Israeli bombardments complicating attempts to again pause

<p>Israel is&nbsp;planning a global operation to target Hamas leaders once the war in the Gaza Strip ends, media reports said citing Israeli officials.</p>

<p>The nation's intelligence services, under Israeli Prime Minister Benjamin Netanyahu's orders, are developing plans to pursue Hamas leaders residing in Lebanon, Turkey, and Qatar, a report by WSJ said quoting the officials.&nbsp;</p>

<p>Netanyahu publicly announced the intention to target Hamas leaders around the world in a national address on November 22, stating, "I have instructed the Mossad to act against the heads of Hamas wherever they are."</p>

<p>Defence Minister Yoav Gallant has also earlier said, "They are marked for death. The struggle is worldwide, both the terrorists in Gaza and those who fly in expensive planes."</p>

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<p>While Israel usually keeps such operations secret, the leaders have been forthcoming about their intent to pursue those responsible for the recent attacks. The plans represent an extension of Israel's ongoing war with Hamas.&nbsp;</p>

<p>Former Mossad director Efraim Halevy has been critical of the plan, deeming it ill-advised, and said that eliminating Hamas leaders may escalate tensions rather than mitigate the threat.</p>

<p>In contrast, retired Israeli general Amos Yadlin supports the years-long campaign, stating that it aligns with justice.&nbsp;“All the Hamas leaders, all those who participated in the attack, who planned the attack, who ordered the attack, should be brought to justice or eliminated,” Yadlin said adding, “It’s the right policy.”</p>

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<h2><strong>Israel's history&nbsp;</strong></h2>

<p>This initiative is now recalling Israel's history of conducting over 2,700 worldwide such operations since World War II, according to the book "Rise and Kill First" by Israeli journalist Ronen Bergman, the WSJ report said.&nbsp;</p>

<p>The pursuit of Hamas leaders globally is in the same vein as&nbsp;previous operations, including the failed attempt to poison Hamas leader Khaled Meshaal in 1997 in Jordan.&nbsp;</p>

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<p>The plans are also symbolic of Israel's historical use of covert operations in response to events, such as Operation Wrath of God initiated after the 1972 Munich Olympics attack.</p>

<p>The operation involved hunting down and assassinating individuals linked to the attack while showing Israel's embrace of covert assassinations as a tool of government policy.</p>

<p>The potential targeted killings abroad, the report said, raise concerns about violating international law and potential diplomatic repercussions. Nevertheless, Israel seems determined, just as in earlier instances to pursue this strategy, as part of its broader efforts to neutralise&nbsp;the Hamas threat, the report added.&nbsp;</p>

<p><em>(With inputs from agencies)</em></p>

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Israel is planning a global operation to target Hamas leaders once the war in the Gaza Strip ends, media reports said citing Israeli officials. The nation's intelligence services, under Israeli Prime Minister Benjamin Netanyahu's orders, are developing plans to pursue Hamas leaders residing in Lebanon, Turkey, and Qatar, a report by WSJ said quoting the officials.

Israel is planning a global operation to target Hamas leaders once the war in the Gaza Strip ends, media reports said citing Israeli officials. The nation's intelligence services, under Israeli Prime Minister Benjamin Netanyahu's orders, are developing plans to pursue Hamas leaders residing in Lebanon, Turkey, and Qatar, a report by WSJ said quoting the officials. Netanyahu publicly announced the intention to target Hamas leaders around the world in a national address on November 22, stating, "I have instructed the Mossad to act against the heads of Hamas wherever they are." Defence Minister Yoav Gallant has also earlier said, "They are marked for death. The struggle is worldwide, both the terrorists in Gaza and those who fly in expensive planes." Also Read | Zaporizhzhia plant's power cut carried risk of nuclear 'accident': Ukraine While Israel usually keeps such operations secret, the leaders have been forthcoming about their intent to pursue those responsible for the recent attacks. The plans represent an extension of Israel's ongoing war with Hamas. Former Mossad director Efraim Halevy has been critical of the plan, deeming it ill-advised, and said that eliminating Hamas leaders may escalate tensions rather than mitigate the threat. In contrast, retired Israeli general Amos Yadlin supports the years-long campaign, stating that it aligns with justice. “All the Hamas leaders, all those who participated in the attack, who planned the attack, who ordered the attack, should be brought to justice or eliminated,” Yadlin said adding, “It’s the right policy.” Also Read | Explained: How BLU-109 'bunker buster' bombs could potentially decimate Hamas tunnels in Gaza Israel's history This initiative is now recalling Israel's history of conducting over 2,700 worldwide such operations since World War II, according to the book "Rise and Kill First" by Israeli journalist Ronen Bergman, the WSJ report said. The pursuit of Hamas leaders globally is in the same vein as previous operations, including the failed attempt to poison Hamas leader Khaled Meshaal in 1997 in Jordan. Watch | Melodi | Indian PM Modi's selfie with Italian PM Meloni goes viral × The plans are also symbolic of Israel's historical use of covert operations in response to events, such as Operation Wrath of God initiated after the 1972 Munich Olympics attack. The operation involved hunting down and assassinating individuals linked to the attack while showing Israel's embrace of covert assassinations as a tool of government policy. The potential targeted killings abroad, the report said, raise concerns about violating international law and potential diplomatic repercussions. Nevertheless, Israel seems determined, just as in earlier instances to pursue this strategy, as part of its broader efforts to neutralise the Hamas threat, the report added. (With inputs from agencies) Disclaimer: WION takes utmost care to accurately and responsibly report ongoing developments on the Israel-Palestine conflict after the Hamas attacks. However, we cannot independently verify the authenticity of all statements, photos and videos.

What after Gaza war ends? Israel plans to hunt down Hamas leaders globally, says report

Both Israel and Hamas are blaming each other for the breakdown of the truce. The deal was mediated by Qatar during which 110 hostages were released. But what about the remaining hostages? The mediators are saying the fighting is making it difficult to initiate the talks.

Israel-Hamas War: Fighting resumes, how safe are the hostages?

Israeli military claims to have hit over 400 targets in Gaza. From using bunker busters to deadly AH-64 Apache helicopter, Israel is leaving no stone unturned to target Hamas.

Israel-Hamas war: Decoding Israel's armoury

In a significant development, Israel has communicated its intentions to the Arab states to establish a buffer zone along the Palestinian side of Gaza's border. This move is aimed at preventing future attacks as part of post-war proposals for the region.

Israel-Hamas war: Israel informs Arab states it wants buffer zone in post-war Gaza

It's day two since the truce collapse between Israel and Hamas. Israeli military is constantly bombarding the besieged Gaza Strip. Over 200 have been killed in Gaza since the temporary ceasefire expired.

Israel-Hamas War | IDF: Expanding operation in the Southern Gaza

Here we bring you a quick round-up of all the latest news and top headlines from all across the globe: Israel has informed several Arab states that it wants to carve out a buffer zone on the Palestinian side of Gaza's border to prevent future attacks as part of proposals for the enclave after war ends.

Israel-Hamas war: Israel proposes for a 'buffer zone' in post-war Gaza

The Israel-Hamas truce was hanging on by a twig has snapped early this morning. Fighting has resumed in the Gaza Strip as Israel has begun its campaign of relentless bombings.

Israel-Hamas war: Israel says they intercepted rockets from Gaza ahead of deadline

<p>Artificial Intelligence, a man-made tool dreaded over the possibility of getting out of human control, seems to be in use by Israelis in its rampage against the Hamas militant group in Gaza, as per media reports citing Israeli defence officials. Israel's military has been conducting an intense bombing campaign on the Gaza Strip with a fresh spotlight on the role of artificial intelligence (AI) in its target selection for pounding territories in the besieged&nbsp;region. This is especially crucial as the Israel Defense Forces (IDF) resumed its offensive against Hamas after the truce between the archrivals ended, even as nations are pushing for a further extension.&nbsp;</p>

<h2><strong>AI Platform - The Gospel</strong></h2>

<p>The IDF is reportedly using an AI platform dubbed "the Gospel" to accelerate target selection in Gaza. It has been described as a lethal production line resembling a "mass assassination factory," multiple media reports have pointed out.&nbsp;</p>

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<p>Details about the Gospel were attributed to interviews with intelligence sources and statements from the IDF and retired officials.</p>

<p>This new set of information also carries another revelation that suggested the involvement of a secretive AI-facilitated military intelligence unit as part of Israel's retaliation to the war with the Hamas militant group.&nbsp;</p>

<p>+972 Magazine while quoting a source who is not in support of this kind of practice said,&nbsp;“I remember thinking that it was like if [Palestinian militants] would bomb all the private residences of our families when [Israeli soldiers] go back to sleep at home on the weekend."&nbsp;</p>

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<p>The Guardian while quoting an unnamed White House official said that the use of AI in Israel's military operations and the use of automated systems on the battlefield will be watched by other states and "learning" will be taken from Israel's approach.</p>

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<p>A source with the +972 Magazine further revealed that a top Israeli intelligence officer, after Hamas' onslaught, directed his officers that the aim was to “kill as many Hamas operatives as possible."</p>

<p>The sources also said that there was no must-follow rule to avoid any Palestinian injury and things are quite flexible.</p>

<p>As per the said source, there are “cases in which we shell based on a wide cellular pinpointing of where the target is, killing civilians. This is often done to save time, instead of doing a little more work to get a more accurate pinpointing."&nbsp;</p>

<p>Even as reports of Israel's war by putting AI to work against targets in Gaza may be new, the Jewish nation is not unknown to it and has deployed such tech earlier. As per reports, the IDF has earlier claimed to have fought the “first AI war” during the 11-day war in Gaza in May 2021.&nbsp;</p>

<p><em>(With inputs from agencies)</em></p>

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Artificial Intelligence, a man-made tool dreaded over the possibility of getting out of human control, seems to be in use by Israelis in its rampage against the Hamas militant group in Gaza, as per media reports citing Israeli defence officials.

Artificial Intelligence, a man-made tool dreaded over the possibility of getting out of human control, seems to be in use by Israelis in its rampage against the Hamas militant group in Gaza, as per media reports citing Israeli defence officials. Israel's military has been conducting an intense bombing campaign on the Gaza Strip with a fresh spotlight on the role of artificial intelligence (AI) in its target selection for pounding territories in the besieged region. This is especially crucial as the Israel Defense Forces (IDF) resumed its offensive against Hamas after the truce between the archrivals ended, even as nations are pushing for a further extension. AI Platform - The Gospel The IDF is reportedly using an AI platform dubbed "the Gospel" to accelerate target selection in Gaza. It has been described as a lethal production line resembling a "mass assassination factory," multiple media reports have pointed out. Also Read | Hamas got 21-year-old hostage operated on by vet, says family Details about the Gospel were attributed to interviews with intelligence sources and statements from the IDF and retired officials. This new set of information also carries another revelation that suggested the involvement of a secretive AI-facilitated military intelligence unit as part of Israel's retaliation to the war with the Hamas militant group. +972 Magazine while quoting a source who is not in support of this kind of practice said, “I remember thinking that it was like if [Palestinian militants] would bomb all the private residences of our families when [Israeli soldiers] go back to sleep at home on the weekend." Also Read | US plans visa ban on violent Israeli settlers in West Bank: Report The Guardian while quoting an unnamed White House official said that the use of AI in Israel's military operations and the use of automated systems on the battlefield will be watched by other states and "learning" will be taken from Israel's approach. Watch | Geert Wilders: Far-right populist wins Dutch election × A source with the +972 Magazine further revealed that a top Israeli intelligence officer, after Hamas' onslaught, directed his officers that the aim was to “kill as many Hamas operatives as possible." The sources also said that there was no must-follow rule to avoid any Palestinian injury and things are quite flexible. As per the said source, there are “cases in which we shell based on a wide cellular pinpointing of where the target is, killing civilians. This is often done to save time, instead of doing a little more work to get a more accurate pinpointing." Even as reports of Israel's war by putting AI to work against targets in Gaza may be new, the Jewish nation is not unknown to it and has deployed such tech earlier. As per reports, the IDF has earlier claimed to have fought the “first AI war” during the 11-day war in Gaza in May 2021. (With inputs from agencies) Disclaimer: WION takes utmost care to accurately and responsibly report ongoing developments on the Israel-Palestine conflict after the Hamas attacks. However, we cannot independently verify the authenticity of all statements, photos and videos.

'The Gospel': Israel puts AI to work in selecting targets for attacks in war-torn Gaza

The truce between Israel and Hamas has ended. At least 109 Palestinians have been killed in the strikes that Israel initiated hours after the truce ended. So, as the war resumes, the question remains, have the mediators failed to extend the truce? And if they did fail, is Israel intending to expand its ground offensive?

Gaza's overwhelmed hospitals receive new wave of wounded

As the war drags on, millions of innocent civilians bear the brunt of violence, death, devastation and irreparable loss. This is a tale of trauma that stems from war ravaged Gaza.

Anxiety & PTSD, a brutal outcome of Israel-Gaza war

The week-long pause in Gaza fighting ended Israel has resumed military operations in Gaza. 30 minutes after the ceasefire expired at 700 am local time. Israeli fighter jets hit Hamas Targets in Gaza accusing the Palestinian militant group of firing rockets at Israel and violating the agreement to free all women held as hostages.

Israel-Hamas war: Deadly fighting resumes in Gaza as truce expires

<p>After years at the bottom of the foreign policy priority lists in Washington and European capitals, the “two-state solution” for one of the most intractable problems of the Middle East is high on the agenda again. Alas, it looks further from reality than ever.</p>

<p>The underlying idea is simple: create two states, one for Palestinians and one for Israelis to live side by side in peace. The concept is rooted in a United Nations Security Council resolution, 242, passed after the end of the 1967 war between Israel and a coalition of Arab states.</p>

<p>It stipulated the “withdrawal of Israeli armed forces from territories occupied in the recent conflict.” These were Gaza, the West Bank, the Golan Heights and East Jerusalem. Israel ignored the resolution but in 2005 disengaged from Gaza, dismantling 21 Israeli settlements and withdrawing settlers and army units.</p>

<p>Control of Gaza went to Hamas, whose militants started the current war on October 7 by breaking through the supposedly impenetrable wall that separates Israel and Gaza, massacred 1,200 civilians and abducted more than 240 to keep them as hostages.</p>

<p>Under a temporary truce deal worked out through Qatar, Hamas has released more than 80 of the hostages in return for Israel freeing 180 Palestinians from prison. Israel has vowed to continue its campaign to wipe out Hamas once all the hostages have been freed.</p>

<p><em><strong>Follow this <a href="https://www.wionews.com/world/israel-hamas-war-live-updates-2-russian-hostages-freed-by-hamas-leave-gaza-664437">live blog</a> for all the latest updates on the Israel-Hamas war</strong></em></p>

<p>There will be no peace until Hamas is “destroyed,” Israeli officials say. More than 13,000 Gazans, mostly civilians, have so far died, according to the Gazan Health Ministry</p>

<p>The enormous bloodshed, the prospect of more to come, and a humanitarian crisis termed catastrophic by aid agencies prompted the revival of the two-state concept. US&nbsp;President Joe Biden raised it during a visit to Tel Aviv at the height of a ferocious Israeli bombing campaign.</p>

<p>“As hard as it is, we must keep pursuing peace," he said. “We must keep pursuing a path so that Israel and the Palestinian people can both live safely, in security, in dignity, and in peace. For me, that means a two-state solution.” Biden repeated that call ten days later in an op-ed article in the Washington Post.</p>

<p>That was followed a week later by agreement on the need for a two-state solution at a meeting in Barcelona by the Union for the Mediterranean, a 43-member grouping of European, North African and Middle Eastern countries. However, Israel did not participate.</p>

<p>European Union foreign affairs chief Josep Borrell said during the meeting in Barcelona that all EU members thought this was the best way to peace.</p>

<p>This is easier said than done. Among the biggest obstacles: Israeli settlements on the West Bank, the obvious area for a Palestinian state.</p>

<p>In 1993, the year of the Oslo Accords, the first direct Palestinian-Israeli peace agreement, the population of Israeli settlers on the West Bank totalled 111,000. There were 152,000 in East Jerusalem and around 12,000 in Golan Heights.</p>

<p>Thirty years later, more than 500,000 Jews live in 144 settlements in the West Bank, 200,000 in East Jerusalem, and 20,000 in the Golan Heights.</p>

<p>The term “settlement,” by the way, conjures up mental images of people living in converted buses or rough cabins. This is not the case. The biggest “settlement”, Ma’aleh Adumim, has 40,000 inhabitants, a mayor, a municipality, and a mall. It was founded in 1975, grew steadily, and has been called “the town that broke the two-state solution.”</p>

<p>A look at a map of the West Bank explains why it would be near-impossible to create a contiguous territory that could be a Palestinian state. There is an Area A, where the Palestinian Authority has full civil and security control. In Area B Israel has ultimate security control but the PA has some police powers. In Area C, the largest, Israel is in full control.</p>

<p>The logistics of untangling this arrangement are complex and none of the US&nbsp;and European leaders calling for a two-state solution has come up with a plan on how to do this.</p>

<p>The Israeli government under Benjamin Netanyahu has promoted the addition of settlements. The cabinet includes a settler, National Security Minister Itamar Ben Gvir, who announced a few days after the Hamas attack that his ministry had begun distributing assault rifles to arm civilian security teams.</p>

<p>According to the UN’s humanitarian office, attacks by settlers on Palestinians have risen sharply and there are an average of eight incidents of settler violence a day since Hamas’s killing spree. Settlers attacking Palestinian civilians have little to fear.</p>

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<p>They are under the protective umbrella of Ben Gvir and members of his far-right Otzma Yehudi party, a driving force of a campaign to expand Jewish settlements in lands Palestinians consider theirs for a future state.</p>

<p>Each new settlement undermines prospects for the two-state solution Washington and its European allies see as the only way to peace. And there are plans to bring in more Jewish settlers – permits for 13,000 new housing units have been approved or are pending.</p>

<p>Which explains the word “fantasy” in the headline of this story.</p>

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After years at the bottom of the foreign policy priority lists in Washington and European capitals, the “two-state solution” for one of the most intractable problems of the Middle East is high on the agenda again.

After years at the bottom of the foreign policy priority lists in Washington and European capitals, the “two-state solution” for one of the most intractable problems of the Middle East is high on the agenda again. Alas, it looks further from reality than ever. The underlying idea is simple: create two states, one for Palestinians and one for Israelis to live side by side in peace. The concept is rooted in a United Nations Security Council resolution, 242, passed after the end of the 1967 war between Israel and a coalition of Arab states. It stipulated the “withdrawal of Israeli armed forces from territories occupied in the recent conflict.” These were Gaza, the West Bank, the Golan Heights and East Jerusalem. Israel ignored the resolution but in 2005 disengaged from Gaza, dismantling 21 Israeli settlements and withdrawing settlers and army units. Control of Gaza went to Hamas, whose militants started the current war on October 7 by breaking through the supposedly impenetrable wall that separates Israel and Gaza, massacred 1,200 civilians and abducted more than 240 to keep them as hostages. Under a temporary truce deal worked out through Qatar, Hamas has released more than 80 of the hostages in return for Israel freeing 180 Palestinians from prison. Israel has vowed to continue its campaign to wipe out Hamas once all the hostages have been freed. Follow this live blog for all the latest updates on the Israel-Hamas war There will be no peace until Hamas is “destroyed,” Israeli officials say. More than 13,000 Gazans, mostly civilians, have so far died, according to the Gazan Health Ministry The enormous bloodshed, the prospect of more to come, and a humanitarian crisis termed catastrophic by aid agencies prompted the revival of the two-state concept. US President Joe Biden raised it during a visit to Tel Aviv at the height of a ferocious Israeli bombing campaign. “As hard as it is, we must keep pursuing peace," he said. “We must keep pursuing a path so that Israel and the Palestinian people can both live safely, in security, in dignity, and in peace. For me, that means a two-state solution.” Biden repeated that call ten days later in an op-ed article in the Washington Post. That was followed a week later by agreement on the need for a two-state solution at a meeting in Barcelona by the Union for the Mediterranean, a 43-member grouping of European, North African and Middle Eastern countries. However, Israel did not participate. European Union foreign affairs chief Josep Borrell said during the meeting in Barcelona that all EU members thought this was the best way to peace. This is easier said than done. Among the biggest obstacles: Israeli settlements on the West Bank, the obvious area for a Palestinian state. In 1993, the year of the Oslo Accords, the first direct Palestinian-Israeli peace agreement, the population of Israeli settlers on the West Bank totalled 111,000. There were 152,000 in East Jerusalem and around 12,000 in Golan Heights. Thirty years later, more than 500,000 Jews live in 144 settlements in the West Bank, 200,000 in East Jerusalem, and 20,000 in the Golan Heights. The term “settlement,” by the way, conjures up mental images of people living in converted buses or rough cabins. This is not the case. The biggest “settlement”, Ma’aleh Adumim, has 40,000 inhabitants, a mayor, a municipality, and a mall. It was founded in 1975, grew steadily, and has been called “the town that broke the two-state solution.” A look at a map of the West Bank explains why it would be near-impossible to create a contiguous territory that could be a Palestinian state. There is an Area A, where the Palestinian Authority has full civil and security control. In Area B Israel has ultimate security control but the PA has some police powers. In Area C, the largest, Israel is in full control. The logistics of untangling this arrangement are complex and none of the US and European leaders calling for a two-state solution has come up with a plan on how to do this. The Israeli government under Benjamin Netanyahu has promoted the addition of settlements. The cabinet includes a settler, National Security Minister Itamar Ben Gvir, who announced a few days after the Hamas attack that his ministry had begun distributing assault rifles to arm civilian security teams. According to the UN’s humanitarian office, attacks by settlers on Palestinians have risen sharply and there are an average of eight incidents of settler violence a day since Hamas’s killing spree. Settlers attacking Palestinian civilians have little to fear. Also watch | Israel-Hamas War: Youngest captive 10-month old Israeli hostage killed by Israeli airstrike: Hamas They are under the protective umbrella of Ben Gvir and members of his far-right Otzma Yehudi party, a driving force of a campaign to expand Jewish settlements in lands Palestinians consider theirs for a future state. Each new settlement undermines prospects for the two-state solution Washington and its European allies see as the only way to peace. And there are plans to bring in more Jewish settlers – permits for 13,000 new housing units have been approved or are pending. Which explains the word “fantasy” in the headline of this story. (Disclaimer: The views of the writer do not represent the views of WION or ZMCL. Nor does WION or ZMCL endorse the views of the writer.)

Hamas-Israel war: As war rages, a Middle East peace fantasy returns

The clock is ticking as the truce that has been great as it is being renewed every 24 hours. But there are clear complications in this. On Thursday, the temporary ceasefire has been extended for 24 hours and the seventh round of hostages-prison swap has already begun.

Truce extended for a day, Hamas begins releasing hostages

The clock is ticking as the truce that has been great as it is being renewed every 24 hours. But there are clear complications in this. On Thursday, the temporary ceasefire has been extended for 24 hours and the seventh round of hostages-prison swap has already begun. To know more watch this interview with Dov Zakheim, Senior Advisor at the Centre for Strategic and International Studies.

Hamas claims responsibility for Jerusalem shooting

Pressure mounts on Benjamin Netanyahu to secure the release of all hostages. Netanyahu's Interior Security Minister Itamar Ben-Gvir has said that coalition will automatically fall apart, if Israel under Netanyahu does not resume the military offensive. So what is Israel's game plan for the future? Mohammed Saleh speaks with Tal Heinrich from Washinton DC.

Israel agrees to extend Ceasefire in Gaza till Hamas keeps releasing hostages

As Israel-Hamas truce was extended by another day, two gunmen open fire at civilians near bus stand in Jerusalem where three people died in the attack and six people were injured.

Deadly attack in Jerusalem after extension of Israel-Hamas truce

<p>In a heartfelt video shared by Israel's government, a mother grappling with brain cancer is urging Hamas to release her&nbsp;26-year-old daughter who was abducted from the Supernova music festival on October 7.</p>

<p>The video, posted on the Israel Ministry of Foreign Affairs' Facebook page, shows Liora Argamani&nbsp;in front of a poster of her daughter, seeking assistance from President Biden and the Red Cross to facilitate Noa's return.</p>

<p>Liora expressed her wish to see her daughter Noa Argamani at home. In the video, she reassured Noa of the family's unwavering efforts to secure her release.&nbsp;</p>

<p>"Noa, I want to tell you: if I don't get to see you, please know that I love you very much," the mom said in the video on the Israel Ministry of Foreign Affairs' Facebook page. "Please know we did everything we could to get you released."</p>

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<p>The video includes footage from October 7, capturing Noa Argamani crying for help as she is taken away on a motorcycle, alongside her boyfriend who was also abducted. Noa's father, Yaakov, described&nbsp;his disbelief at the distressing images.</p>

<p>Yaakov Argamani advocates for peaceful measures to secure Noa's release, saying the family wants&nbsp;a non-confrontational resolution.&nbsp;</p>

<p><strong>Watch the video here:</strong></p>

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<h2><strong>Release of hostages and ceasefire</strong></h2>

<p>With an estimated 240 hostages captured on October 7, dozens have been freed during a temporary ceasefire initiated last week, including 16 hostages released recently.</p>

<p><strong><em>Follow this <a href="https://www.wionews.com/world/israel-hamas-war-live-updates-2-russian-hostages-freed-by-hamas-leave-gaza-664437">live blog</a> for all latest updates on the Israel-Hamas war</em></strong></p>

<p>In exchange for the release of hostages, 210 Palestinians have been freed from Israeli prisons. As the current humanitarian pause's potential conclusion looms, diplomatic efforts are&nbsp;underway in Qatar to negotiate an extension and prevent a resumption of hostilities.</p>

<p><strong><em>Disclaimer: WION takes utmost care to accurately and responsibly report ongoing developments on the Israel-Palestine conflict after the Hamas attacks. However, we cannot independently verify the authenticity of all statements, photos and videos.</em></strong></p>

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In a heartfelt video shared by Israel's government, a mother grappling with brain cancer is urging Hamas to release her 26-year-old daughter who was abducted from the Supernova music festival on October 7.

In a heartfelt video shared by Israel's government, a mother grappling with brain cancer is urging Hamas to release her 26-year-old daughter who was abducted from the Supernova music festival on October 7. The video, posted on the Israel Ministry of Foreign Affairs' Facebook page, shows Liora Argamani in front of a poster of her daughter, seeking assistance from President Biden and the Red Cross to facilitate Noa's return. Liora expressed her wish to see her daughter Noa Argamani at home. In the video, she reassured Noa of the family's unwavering efforts to secure her release. "Noa, I want to tell you: if I don't get to see you, please know that I love you very much," the mom said in the video on the Israel Ministry of Foreign Affairs' Facebook page. "Please know we did everything we could to get you released." Also watch | Jerusalem: 3 dead & 6 wounded in Jerusalem shooting; deadly attack after Israel-Hamas truce The video includes footage from October 7, capturing Noa Argamani crying for help as she is taken away on a motorcycle, alongside her boyfriend who was also abducted. Noa's father, Yaakov, described his disbelief at the distressing images. Yaakov Argamani advocates for peaceful measures to secure Noa's release, saying the family wants a non-confrontational resolution. Watch the video here: Disclaimer: WION cannot independently verify the authenticity of all statements, photos and videos shared on social media. Liora Argamani, mother of Noa Argamani, taken hostage by Hamas from the Nova rave, asked the media to share this video. She has brain cancer and doesn’t know how much time she has left - her dying wish is for Noa to return home. pic.twitter.com/zBMaLKiFzo — Lahav Harkov 🎗️ (@LahavHarkov) November 29, 2023 × Release of hostages and ceasefire With an estimated 240 hostages captured on October 7, dozens have been freed during a temporary ceasefire initiated last week, including 16 hostages released recently. Follow this live blog for all latest updates on the Israel-Hamas war In exchange for the release of hostages, 210 Palestinians have been freed from Israeli prisons. As the current humanitarian pause's potential conclusion looms, diplomatic efforts are underway in Qatar to negotiate an extension and prevent a resumption of hostilities. Disclaimer: WION takes utmost care to accurately and responsibly report ongoing developments on the Israel-Palestine conflict after the Hamas attacks. However, we cannot independently verify the authenticity of all statements, photos and videos. (With inputs from agencies)

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