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Jan 19 2025POLITICS

Gaza Calm Restarts, but Far-Right Israelis Quit over Prisoner Swap

In Gaza, a ceasefire has begun after Israel and Hamas agreed on a hostage trade. However, some Israeli politicians aren't happy about it. The Otzma Yehudit party, known for its far-right views, has decided to quit the government. They say the deal, which sets free hundreds of Palestinian prisoners,

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Jan 17 2025POLITICS

Hostage Swap: A Mix of Relief and Outrage in Israel

The recent hostage exchange deal between Israel and Hamas has brought a wave of emotions. On one hand, families are overjoyed to get their loved ones back after months in captivity. But on the other hand, there's a strong sense of anger and disgust. Israel had to negotiate with the same group that c

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Jan 08 2025HEALTH

Fasting After Weight Loss Surgery: What Israeli Doctors Think

Imagine you've had surgery to help with weight loss. It's a big change, and now you're wondering if it's safe to fast for religious reasons. A group of doctors in Israel wanted to find out what other doctors thought about this. They sent a survey to members of the Israeli Society for Metabolic and B

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Jan 06 2025POLITICS

Bus Attack in West Bank: A Closer Look

On Monday, a bus carrying Israelis in the occupied West Bank was attacked by gunmen. The attack, which happened in the Palestinian village of Al-Funduq, left three people dead and seven injured. This incident comes amidst a surge in violence since Hamas's attack from Gaza last October. The victims

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Jan 06 2025POLITICS

Rockets and Strikes: The Ongoing Conflict in Gaza

Over the weekend, Gaza was hit by numerous Israeli airstrikes. The Israeli military reported targeting over 100 sites, including those used by militants to launch projectiles into Israel. They claimed these strikes killed Hamas fighters and took steps to minimize civilian casualties. However, these

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Jan 05 2025CRIME

Two Israeli Soldiers' Ordeal: From Battlefields to Bourbon Street

Can you imagine surviving intense battles at home only to face terror abroad? That's what happened to two Israeli soldiers in their mid-20s. After facing Hamas and Hezbollah, they traveled to the US for a break. Little did they know, their holiday would take a dark turn. On New Year's Day, they were

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Jan 01 2025POLITICS

Israel Faces New Worries in Syria After Assad's Fall

For years, Israel had a clear idea of what to expect from Syria. Now, everything's changed. The sudden collapse of Syrian President Bashar al-Assad's regime has given rise to powerful Sunni extremist groups, like Hayat Tahrir al-Sham, led by Abu Mohammad al-Jolani. This shift might seem like good ne

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Dec 30 2024POLITICS

Gaza's Last Major Hospital in the North Closed After Israeli Raid

Imagine a place where healthcare is already struggling, and then picture it suddenly losing its main hospital. That's what happened in northern Gaza recently. Israeli forces raided the Kamal Adwan Hospital, leaving it out of service and forcing the transfer of critically ill patients to other overwh

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Dec 28 2024POLITICS

Gaza Hospital Shutdown: Patients and Staff Face Danger

Imagine you're in a neighborhood hospital, surrounded by conflict. Now, visualize being forced to evacuate, strip in the cold, and walk for hours with wounded people. This is what just happened at Kamal Adwan Hospital in northern Gaza. Israeli forces raided the hospital, arresting the director and d

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Dec 27 2024POLITICS

Yemen Under Attack: WHO Chief Witnesses Strikes

So, here's what happened. Israeli forces bombed key areas in Yemen, like Sanaa and Hodeidah. This attack left bodies on the ground and a United Nations team in danger. Tedros Adhanom Ghebreyesus, the World Health Organization boss, was almost caught in the chaos. He tweeted about it, saying, "Just a

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