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As negotiations continue between Israel and the Hamas militant group to reach a deal, the group has still not given a list of living and dead hostages to be released in the first phase of a potential ceasefire-hostage deal, Israeli media, Kan public broadcaster reported. 
It added that the Hamas is resisting pressure from mediators. 
According to Israeli officials, Hamas is hoping for a "dramatic achievement" in the negotiations before providing the list, Channel 12 news reported. 
The Israeli official told The Jerusalem Post, "Hamas has yet to deliver the list of hostages who are alive – without it, it’s impossible to reach a deal." 
The official continued that although the mediators are pushing the militant group to deliver the list, Mohammed Sinwar, one of the key figures of Hamas in Gaza is refusing to share the list. 
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Sinwar succeeded his brother Yahya Sinwar, as leader of Hamas since Yahya was killed by the Israeli Defence Forces on October 16. 
“It’s still possible to continue talking and advancing some issues without the list, but it will be impossible to reach a breakthrough without it,” the official said.
The official added that it was a long negotiation and that there would be consultations. 
“There has been some progress in the talks, but it doesn’t seem a deal is going to be reached soon," the official said. 
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Earlier on Monday, Israeli Prime Minister Benjamin Netanyahu during a Knesset session, expressed optimism about the chances for a hostage deal with Hamas.
He said, “I would like to tell you carefully that there is some progress." 
“I cannot tell you all the things we are doing, but we are taking significant actions on all levels,” Netanyahu continued.
“We will continue to act in every way, without respite, until we bring everyone home from enemy territory,” he added. 
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According to Israeli officials, Hamas is hoping for a "dramatic achievement" in the negotiations before providing the list, Channel 12 news reported. 



Tel Aviv, Israel As negotiations continue between Israel and the Hamas militant group to reach a deal, the group has still not given a list of living and dead hostages to be released in the first phase of a potential ceasefire-hostage deal, Israeli media, Kan public broadcaster reported. It added that the Hamas is resisting pressure from mediators. According to Israeli officials, Hamas is hoping for a "dramatic achievement" in the negotiations before providing the list, Channel 12 news reported. The Israeli official told The Jerusalem Post, "Hamas has yet to deliver the list of hostages who are alive – without it, it’s impossible to reach a deal." The official continued that although the mediators are pushing the militant group to deliver the list, Mohammed Sinwar, one of the key figures of Hamas in Gaza is refusing to share the list. Also read: Former Israeli hostage held in Gaza dies a year after her release Sinwar succeeded his brother Yahya Sinwar, as leader of Hamas since Yahya was killed by the Israeli Defence Forces on October 16. “It’s still possible to continue talking and advancing some issues without the list, but it will be impossible to reach a breakthrough without it,” the official said. The official added that it was a long negotiation and that there would be consultations. “There has been some progress in the talks, but it doesn’t seem a deal is going to be reached soon," the official said. Watch | Iran Condemns Israel's 'Brazen Admission' of Killing Hamas Ex-leader Ismail Haniyeh × Earlier on Monday, Israeli Prime Minister Benjamin Netanyahu during a Knesset session, expressed optimism about the chances for a hostage deal with Hamas. He said, “I would like to tell you carefully that there is some progress." “I cannot tell you all the things we are doing, but we are taking significant actions on all levels,” Netanyahu continued. “We will continue to act in every way, without respite, until we bring everyone home from enemy territory,” he added. Disclaimer: WION takes the utmost care to accurately and responsibly report conflicts in West Asia involving Israel, Iran, Syria, Iraq, and non-state actors like the Islamic State, among others. In this context, claims and counterclaims are being made online and offline. WION cannot independently verify the authenticity of all statements, social media posts, photos, and videos. (With inputs from agencies)

'Impossible to reach deal without it,' Hamas still hasn't sent list of living, dead hostages to Israel: Report

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Denmark announced a massive boost in defence spending for Greenland, just hours after United States President-elect Donald Trump repeated his call to purchase the Arctic territory.
Earlier this week, Danish Defence Minister Troels Poulsen said that the package would be worth at least $1.5 billion. Defence Minister Poulsen said that the package would allow for the purchase of two new inspection ships, two new long-range drones, and two extra dog sledge teams.
<h2>'Planning a strong presence in Arctic'</h2>
Poulsen said that the government had not invested enough in the Arctic for many years and was now planning a strong presence in the region.
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Greenland is a North American island autonomous territory of Denmark. Greenland is home to a large US space facility and is strategically important for Washington, lying on the shortest route from North America to Europe.
<h2>Trump's call to buy Greenland</h2>
On Sunday (Dec 22), Donald Trump announced that he had picked Ken Howery, a former envoy to Sweden, as his ambassador to Copenhagen, and commented on the status of Greenland.
"For purposes of National Security and Freedom throughout the World, the United States of America feels that the ownership and control of Greenland is an absolute necessity," Trump wrote on his social media platform Truth Social.
Trump did not elaborate on his statement. 
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Reacting to the US president-elect's remarks, Greenland's Prime Minister Mute Egede said that the island was not for sale. 
"Greenland is ours. We are not for sale and will never be for sale. We must not lose our long struggle for freedom," Prime Minister Egede said in a statement.

On Sunday (Dec 22), Donald Trump announced that he had picked Ken Howery, a former envoy to Sweden, as his ambassador to Copenhagen, and commented on the status of Greenland.



Copenhagen Denmark announced a massive boost in defence spending for Greenland, just hours after United States President-elect Donald Trump repeated his call to purchase the Arctic territory. Earlier this week, Danish Defence Minister Troels Poulsen said that the package would be worth at least $1.5 billion. Defence Minister Poulsen said that the package would allow for the purchase of two new inspection ships, two new long-range drones, and two extra dog sledge teams. 'Planning a strong presence in Arctic' Poulsen said that the government had not invested enough in the Arctic for many years and was now planning a strong presence in the region. Also read | Eric Trump posts image of Donald Trump ‘Buying’ Canada, Greenland and Panama Canal in new social media post Greenland is a North American island autonomous territory of Denmark. Greenland is home to a large US space facility and is strategically important for Washington, lying on the shortest route from North America to Europe. Trump's call to buy Greenland On Sunday (Dec 22), Donald Trump announced that he had picked Ken Howery, a former envoy to Sweden, as his ambassador to Copenhagen, and commented on the status of Greenland. "For purposes of National Security and Freedom throughout the World, the United States of America feels that the ownership and control of Greenland is an absolute necessity," Trump wrote on his social media platform Truth Social. Trump did not elaborate on his statement. Also read | ‘We are not for sale,’ Greenland PM rebuffs Trump’s idea of buying the island Reacting to the US president-elect's remarks, Greenland's Prime Minister Mute Egede said that the island was not for sale. "Greenland is ours. We are not for sale and will never be for sale. We must not lose our long struggle for freedom," Prime Minister Egede said in a statement.

Denmark boosts defence spending for Greenland after Trump repeats call to purchase Arctic territory

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The United Nations Relief and Works Agency for Palestine Refugees in the Near East (UNRWA) has reported that a child is killed every hour in Gaza amid the ongoing conflict. Since the war began, UNICEF has recorded the deaths of 14,500 children.  
<h2>Loss of innocent lives</h2>
UNRWA condemned the killing of children, calling it something that cannot be justified. Survivors, the agency noted, are left physically and emotionally scarred, with many children deprived of education and left to search through rubble instead of learning in school.
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<h2>Rising casualties amid escalating violence</h2>
The latest figures from Gaza's health authorities indicate that over 45,000 Palestinians have been killed since the conflict intensified following the October 7, 2023, Hamas attack, which killed around 1,200 people and took approximately 250 hostages.
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<h2>Efforts for ceasefire and hostage negotiations</h2>
In light of the ongoing violence, Israeli Prime Minister Benjamin Netanyahu acknowledged some progress in discussions about a ceasefire in exchange for the release of hostages. However, he stated that the timeline for any agreement is uncertain. Netanyahu emphasised Israel’s commitment to continue working towards bringing the hostages home.
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The latest figures from Gaza's health authorities indicate that over 45,000 Palestinians have been killed since the conflict intensified following the October 7, 2023, Hamas attack, which killed around 1,200 people and took approximately 250 hostages.



Gaza The United Nations Relief and Works Agency for Palestine Refugees in the Near East (UNRWA) has reported that a child is killed every hour in Gaza amid the ongoing conflict. Since the war began, UNICEF has recorded the deaths of 14,500 children. Loss of innocent lives UNRWA condemned the killing of children, calling it something that cannot be justified. Survivors, the agency noted, are left physically and emotionally scarred, with many children deprived of education and left to search through rubble instead of learning in school. No place for children. Since the beginning of the war 14,500 children have been reported killed in #Gaza according to @UNICEF. One child gets killed every hour. These are not numbers. These are lives cut short. Killing children cannot be justified. Those who survive are scarred… pic.twitter.com/7sXIQLRXQP — UNRWA (@UNRWA) December 24, 2024 × Also read | Afghanistan: Taliban government spokesperson claims 46 killed in Pakistan's overnight strike Rising casualties amid escalating violence The latest figures from Gaza's health authorities indicate that over 45,000 Palestinians have been killed since the conflict intensified following the October 7, 2023, Hamas attack, which killed around 1,200 people and took approximately 250 hostages. Also read | Israeli army: Intercepted a ballistic missile from Yemen Efforts for ceasefire and hostage negotiations In light of the ongoing violence, Israeli Prime Minister Benjamin Netanyahu acknowledged some progress in discussions about a ceasefire in exchange for the release of hostages. However, he stated that the timeline for any agreement is uncertain. Netanyahu emphasised Israel’s commitment to continue working towards bringing the hostages home. 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.

Gaza: One child killed every hour, says UNRWA

Pakistan in rare airstrikes targeted multiple suspected hideouts of the Pakistani Taliban inside neighboring Afghanistan. Watch this report for more details!

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Breaking all records, NASA's Parker Solar Probe is now diving deeper into the sun's inferno than any human-made object. The spacecraft, designed to withstand temperatures of 1,400°C and endure radiation levels that would destroy any ordinary spacecraft in seconds, is attempting to get closer to the sun. Our next story takes a look at the fascinating journey and the answers the mission is trying to find. Watch in for more details!

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The UK and Mauritius have committed to reaching a resolution on the Chagos Islands dispute, with the UK aiming to secure a military base in Diego Garcia.



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