HAMAS CONFLICT

Oct 20 2025POLITICS

A Tense Wait for a Hostage's Return

In a tense and uncertain situation, Israeli authorities are getting ready for a possible handover. Hamas, the militant group, said they might return the body of a hostage. This comes after they claimed to have found the body following a long search. This news follows a series of violent events. The Israeli military, known as the IDF, has been striking targets in Gaz...

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Oct 19 2025POLITICS

A Father and a Worker: Two Lives Taken, Two Families in Mourning

In a somber turn of events, the remains of Ronen Engel, a beloved photographer and volunteer medic, and Sonthaya Oakkharasr, a dedicated agricultural worker, were returned to Israel by Hamas. This happened after a long period of uncertainty for their families. The bodies were handed over to the Red Cross and then to the Israel Defense Forces (IDF) on Saturday night. ...

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Oct 15 2025POLITICS

A Mix-Up in the Middle of a Truce

In the middle of a shaky peace deal, things got confusing. The Israeli military said one body given by Hamas was not a hostage's. This has made the already tense situation even more complicated. Gaza's Health Ministry said they got 45 more bodies from Israel. Now, the total is 90. But no one knows if these people died in Israeli custody or were taken from Gaza. Ham...

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Oct 11 2025POLITICS

A Fresh Look at the Israel-Hamas Peace Deal: What's Next?

Two former U. S. secretaries of state, Hillary Clinton and Condoleezza Rice, recently shared their thoughts on the Israel-Hamas peace deal. They praised President Trump's efforts but also cautioned that the road ahead is uncertain. The deal, signed just days ago, includes Hamas releasing all remaining hostages from the October 2023 attack and Israel withdrawing its ...

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Oct 10 2025POLITICS

The Digital Echo Chamber of the Israel-Hamas Conflict: What Went Viral in 2023

The Israel-Hamas conflict took a dramatic turn in October 2023. A sudden attack sparked a wave of online discussions. Over the next four months, social media buzzed with posts and debates. People shared their thoughts, fears, and opinions. This surge in online activity was no surprise. It mirrored the intensity of the real-world events. What made this period unique ...

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Sep 24 2025POLITICS

Gaza's Ongoing Struggle: A Closer Look at the Conflict

In the midst of an intense conflict, Gaza City is facing severe challenges. The Hamas-run civil defense reports that Israeli forces have caused significant casualties across the region. Meanwhile, the Israeli military has announced that one of their soldiers was seriously injured during clashes in northern Gaza. The current situation is a result of a prolonged war t...

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Aug 05 2025POLITICS

Israel's Big Move: What's Next for Gaza?

Israel's leaders are thinking about taking full control of Gaza. This hasn't happened in 20 years. They might do this even though other countries want them to stop fighting and make peace. The war in Gaza started when Hamas attacked Israel last year. Since then, there has been a lot of fighting. Israel's government is very right-wing. Some people in the government w...

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Jul 25 2025POLITICS

Israel and Hamas: Stuck in a Loop

Israel's Prime Minister Benjamin Netanyahu has hinted that his government is looking into other ways to handle the situation with Hamas, instead of continuing the current talks. This comes after both Israel and the U. S. pulled their negotiating teams out of Qatar. The U. S. envoy, Steve Witkoff, mentioned that Hamas' recent response showed they weren't really intere...

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Jun 12 2025POLITICS

Counting the Cost: Conflict and Casualties in Gaza

The ongoing conflict between Israel and Hamas has reached a grim milestone. More than 55, 000 Palestinians have lost their lives in the past 20 months, according to the Gaza Health Ministry. This figure includes both civilians and combatants, with women and children making up over half of the casualties. The exact circumstances of many deaths remain...

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Jun 06 2025POLITICS

Gaza's Power Shift: Israel's Unlikely Allies

In the complex world of Middle Eastern politics, unexpected alliances often emerge. One such alliance is Israel's decision to arm certain clans in the Gaza Strip. This move is aimed at combating Hamas, a militant group that has been a thorn in Israel's side for nearly two years. The goal is to reduce Israeli casualties in the ongoing conflict. This strategy is no...

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