Israel-Hamas truce entered day four after fifty days of war nd bombardment that has killed thousands on both sides. Joyous and tearful reunions unfolded when people returned home.

Israel-Hamas war: Hamas terror chief met hostages in tunnel after abduction

The four-day truce deal has been extended. Qatar confirms the development by posying 'X'. The truce is extended by two days. Agreement has been reached to extend the humanitarian truce.

Hamas confirms truce deal extension, as per reports

Hostage release: 20 women & children to be released in next two-days

According to Qatar, which assisted in mediating the agreement, the released Israelis are dual citizens of France, Germany, and Argentina. After "52 days of suffering and despair," German Foreign Minister Annalena Baerbock welcomed the release of the hostages, including "two German teenagers."

Israel-Hamas war: Freed Israelis are dual nationals of France, Germany and Argentina

The Hamas terror group gave away a family of four, including a 10-month-old baby, to another Palestine-based terror organisation in Gaza instead of freeing them, the Israeli Defence Force (IDF) claimed, stoking tensions amongst relatives.

The Bibas family was kidnapped from Kibbutz Nir Oz when the Hamas militants rampaged through the Israeli cities bordering the Gaza Strip on October 7.

The family comprised parents Yarden Bibas, 34, and Shiri, 32, and their sons four-year-old Ariel, and 10-month-old baby Kfir, Times of Israel newspaper reported.

While it was expected that they would be among the freed Israelis from Gaza, the Israeli military said that the delay in their release has dampened hopes amidst the truce, which is supposed to see another 20 Israeli hostages freed in exchange for 60 Palestinian inmates.

<h2>Held in southern Gaza</h2>

Taking to social media X, IDF Arabic-language spokesman Avichai Adraee said the family is currently being held in the southern Gaza city of Khan Younis.

“Children and babies under the age of one who have not seen the light of day for more than fifty days are being held captive by Hamas, [who] treats some of them like loot and in some places has transferred them to other terrorist organizations in the Gaza Strip,” Adraee wrote.

It was unclear exactly when the transfer occurred or which faction was holding them.

Meanwhile, relatives of the family have urged negotiators to "do whatever they can" to get them home.

<h2>Family pleads to Israeli govt&nbsp;</h2>

Yarden's sister, Ofri, called on the Israeli government, Qatar and Egypt—the key negotiators for hostage release—to make sure that her family is on the list of hostages due to be released on Tuesday (Nov 28).

At a news conference, she said that the family "can't stay there anymore" and that every day is a risk for their mental and physical condition.

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"Everyday, there is a danger to their life. They must be released as soon as possible," she told reporters.

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Ofri said they already know "today they are not included" on the list - and it's her belief that they're having problems reaching them to organise the release.

(With inputs from agencies)

The Hamas terror group gave away a family of four, including a 10-month-old baby, to another Palestine-based terror organisation in Gaza instead of freeing them, the Israeli Defence Force (IDF) claimed, stoking tensions amongst relatives.

The Hamas terror group gave away a family of four, including a 10-month-old baby, to another Palestine-based terror organisation in Gaza instead of freeing them, the Israeli Defence Force (IDF) claimed, stoking tensions amongst relatives. The Bibas family was kidnapped from Kibbutz Nir Oz when the Hamas militants rampaged through the Israeli cities bordering the Gaza Strip on October 7. The family comprised parents Yarden Bibas, 34, and Shiri, 32, and their sons four-year-old Ariel, and 10-month-old baby Kfir, Times of Israel newspaper reported. While it was expected that they would be among the freed Israelis from Gaza, the Israeli military said that the delay in their release has dampened hopes amidst the truce, which is supposed to see another 20 Israeli hostages freed in exchange for 60 Palestinian inmates. Held in southern Gaza Taking to social media X, IDF Arabic-language spokesman Avichai Adraee said the family is currently being held in the southern Gaza city of Khan Younis. “Children and babies under the age of one who have not seen the light of day for more than fifty days are being held captive by Hamas, [who] treats some of them like loot and in some places has transferred them to other terrorist organizations in the Gaza Strip,” Adraee wrote. It was unclear exactly when the transfer occurred or which faction was holding them. Meanwhile, relatives of the family have urged negotiators to "do whatever they can" to get them home. Family pleads to Israeli govt Yarden's sister, Ofri, called on the Israeli government, Qatar and Egypt—the key negotiators for hostage release—to make sure that her family is on the list of hostages due to be released on Tuesday (Nov 28). At a news conference, she said that the family "can't stay there anymore" and that every day is a risk for their mental and physical condition. Also read | Israel-Hamas war to cost Tel Aviv more than $50 billion: Central bank report "Everyday, there is a danger to their life. They must be released as soon as possible," she told reporters. Also read | 'Nothing will happen to you,' Hamas chief Yahya Sinwar met Israeli hostages in a tunnel Ofri said they already know "today they are not included" on the list - and it's her belief that they're having problems reaching them to organise the release. (With inputs from agencies)

Relatives anxious as Hamas transfers family of 4, including 10-month-old baby, to another terror group

41 construction workers remain trapped since November 12 in Uttarakhand tunnel. They were supplied with oxygen, water and food. Rescuers achieve major breakthrough. Green corridor from tunnel to hospital is set up for the workers.

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Amid the return of the hostages and brief truce in the Israel Hamas War, it has come into the damage the conflict has done to the people. The use of anti-anxiety medicines has soared in Israel.

Israel-Hamas war: Use of anti-anxiety meds soars in Israel after hostages return amid truce | WION

There has been an agreement reached to prolong the Israel-Hamas truce for an additional two days, according to a spokesman for Qatar's Foreign Ministry on Monday. The main mediators in the ongoing dispute between Israel and Hamas have been Qatar and Egypt. On the last day of a four-day truce between the warring parties, the announcement is made.

Israel-Hamas war: Truce deal extended by two days, confirms Qatar

Hamas has released 69 hostages so far. After the release of hostages and prisoners, they share their experiences when in captivity. Amid the truce deal, Gaza is suffering with a food crisis.

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33 Palestinian prisoners were freed and 11 more Gaza hostages were released by Israel. Israel-Gaza war truce extends for two more days. Glimpse of hope and humanity is seen in the middle of war says UN Chief.

Israel-Hamas war: Truce extends for two days giving glimpse of hope & humanity amid war | WION

The temporary pause in fighting between Israel and Hamas has entered its fifth day after a 48-hour extension to the truce deal was agreed. Qatar, which is mediating the truce deal says that Hamas confirmed it is committed to releasing further 20 hostages, 10 for each day of the extended truce.

Israel-Hamas abide by truce, discuss possible extensions & hostage release

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During a meeting with Israel's President Isaac Herzog, tech mogul Elon Musk received a call to combat antisemitism allegedly proliferating on his social media platform, X, formerly known as Twitter.

The meeting followed Musk's visit to a kibbutz community attacked by Hamas militants and discussions with Prime Minister Benjamin Netanyahu and defence officials.

Elon Musk has faced criticism for the perceived increase in hate speech on X since his acquisition of the platform in October 2022.

The White House accused him of "abhorrent promotion" of antisemitism after he endorsed a conspiracy theory that was interpreted as accusing Jews of attempting to weaken white majorities.

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<h2>Israel's president urges action</h2>

President Herzog addressed Musk during the meeting, emphasising the prevalence of antisemitism and urging him to play a significant role in combating it.

Herzog expressed concern about the harbouring of antisemitism on platforms led by Musk and called for a collaborative effort to address the issue.

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<h2>Musk's response and remarks&nbsp;</h2>

Musk, in his released video remarks, did not directly address the issue of antisemitism. Instead, he focused on Hamas militants, stating that they had been exposed to propaganda since childhood.

He highlighted the impact of false information on people, leading them to believe in the righteousness of harming innocent people.

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The meeting occurred in the aftermath of a significant Hamas attack on October 7, where Hamas terrorists&nbsp;breached Gaza's border into southern Israel, resulting in casualties and hostages. Israel responded with a relentless bombardment of Gaza, leading to a temporary truce in effect since Friday (Nov 24).

Earlier in the day, Musk and Netanyahu engaged in discussions on the "security aspects of artificial intelligence" with senior defence officials. The talks extended to their conversation on X following a tour of a community attacked by Hamas.

Netanyahu expressed the need to demilitarise Gaza and rebuild it after defeating Hamas. He hoped to resume normalisation talks with Saudi Arabia and expand the circle of peace.

Additionally, Israel reached an understanding on the use of Starlink satellites, operated by Musk's company SpaceX, with approval from the Israeli Ministry of Communications.

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Musk has been involved in legal battles, including suing Media Matters for allegedly driving away advertisers by portraying X as rife with antisemitic content. He has also threatened to sue the Anti-Defamation League over claims of increased problematic and racist speech on the platform since his takeover.

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.

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During a meeting with Israel's President Isaac Herzog, tech mogul Elon Musk received a call to combat antisemitism allegedly proliferating on his social media platform, X, formerly known as Twitter.

During a meeting with Israel's President Isaac Herzog, tech mogul Elon Musk received a call to combat antisemitism allegedly proliferating on his social media platform, X, formerly known as Twitter. The meeting followed Musk's visit to a kibbutz community attacked by Hamas militants and discussions with Prime Minister Benjamin Netanyahu and defence officials. Elon Musk has faced criticism for the perceived increase in hate speech on X since his acquisition of the platform in October 2022. The White House accused him of "abhorrent promotion" of antisemitism after he endorsed a conspiracy theory that was interpreted as accusing Jews of attempting to weaken white majorities. Also read | 'Nothing will happen to you,' Hamas chief Yahya Sinwar met Israeli hostages in a tunnel Israel's president urges action President Herzog addressed Musk during the meeting, emphasising the prevalence of antisemitism and urging him to play a significant role in combating it. Herzog expressed concern about the harbouring of antisemitism on platforms led by Musk and called for a collaborative effort to address the issue. Also read | Egypt and Qatar successfully mediate two-day extension of truce between Israel and Hamas Musk's response and remarks Musk, in his released video remarks, did not directly address the issue of antisemitism. Instead, he focused on Hamas militants, stating that they had been exposed to propaganda since childhood. He highlighted the impact of false information on people, leading them to believe in the righteousness of harming innocent people. Disclaimer: WION cannot independently verify the authenticity of all statements, photos and videos shared on social media. So Musk's line is essentially: "physically eliminate Hamas members and ensure the remaining Palestinians toe the line through reeducation."pic.twitter.com/0Ww4n02nQP Straight back to the 19th century... Funnily enough his exact quote is: "there's no choice but to kill those who… — Arnaud Bertrand (@RnaudBertrand) November 28, 2023 × The meeting occurred in the aftermath of a significant Hamas attack on October 7, where Hamas terrorists breached Gaza's border into southern Israel, resulting in casualties and hostages. Israel responded with a relentless bombardment of Gaza, leading to a temporary truce in effect since Friday (Nov 24). Earlier in the day, Musk and Netanyahu engaged in discussions on the "security aspects of artificial intelligence" with senior defence officials. The talks extended to their conversation on X following a tour of a community attacked by Hamas. Netanyahu expressed the need to demilitarise Gaza and rebuild it after defeating Hamas. He hoped to resume normalisation talks with Saudi Arabia and expand the circle of peace. Additionally, Israel reached an understanding on the use of Starlink satellites, operated by Musk's company SpaceX, with approval from the Israeli Ministry of Communications. Watch | Israel-Hamas war: Hamas terror chief met hostages in tunnel after abduction Musk has been involved in legal battles, including suing Media Matters for allegedly driving away advertisers by portraying X as rife with antisemitic content. He has also threatened to sue the Anti-Defamation League over claims of increased problematic and racist speech on the platform since his takeover. 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)

'You have a huge role to play': Israel president urges Elon Musk to fight antisemitism

According to the State Department on Monday, US Secretary of State Antony Blinken will visit the Middle East again this week with the goal of helping the US find a way to prolong the current ceasefire in Gaza and free more hostages.

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According to the Clalit HMO, there was an 11% increase in sedative and psychiatric medication prescriptions in October over the previous month. Maccabi HMO reports an increase of 20%. "Most people get by with talking to a professional, but we give them medication if they are unable to function."

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Israeli Prime Minister Benjamin Netanyahu traveled to Gaza for the first time since the start of the Israel-Hamas conflict on October 7. Reports state that Israeli soldiers were informed by Prime Minister Netanyahu during the visit that Israel would not give up until it prevails.

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Hamas has released a video showing the group hand over a third group of hostages to Red Cross officials inside Gaza. Unlike two previous videos of hostage releases, this one shows a handover taking place in Gaza City — a move apparently aimed at projecting Hamas strength in a location where Israeli troops have focused their ground operations.

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US President Joe Biden announced the release of a 4-year-old American hostage who had been detained in Gaza since the Israel-Hamas conflict began on October 7 at a press conference on Sunday.

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The truce between Israel and Hamas in Gaza is a four-day cease-fire. The truce was brokered by the United States, Qatar, and Egypt. It started on Friday and is expected to end today (Monday).

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Russia has shot down Ukrainian drones over five regions including Moscow besides two Ukrainian missiles over Azov Sea. The attack comes a day after Russia mounted a large scale drone attack on Kyiv.

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Isarel-Hamas truce entered day four after fifty days of war nd bombardment that has killed thousands on both sides. Joyous and tearful reunions unfolded when people returned home.

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Israel released third batch of hostages to be released by Hamas on Sunday, The Times of Israel reported. The state public broadcaster said that Israel has begun notifying the families of the hostages who are slated to be handed over by Hamas as part of a temporary truce. Qatar, which has been playing the role of a mediator between Israel and Hamas, gave the list to Israel.

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