HAMAS

In a significant turn of events, Hamas has transferred three Israeli hostages to the Red Cross in Deir Al-Balah, located in central Gaza, as witnessed in live broadcasts. This moment represents not just a transaction but the flicker of hope in a dark and tumultuous scenario. The individuals released include Ohad Ben Ami and Eli Sharabi, both captured during the violent incursions from Kibbutz Be'eri on October 7, 2023. They are joined by Or Levy, who was abducted from the Nova music festival on that fateful day. Each of…

In the sun-drenched streets of Khan Younis, a scene unfolded that many, perhaps even those present, had never truly believed they’d witness. The gritty resilience of humanity was evident as Hamas fighters stood steadfast, overseeing the handover that was shrouded in both tension and hope. Around them gathered a crowd poised on the brink of witnessing a poignant moment of human exchange—an exchange rare in a world often marked by division. The Palestinian group, Hamas, orchestrated the release of three Israeli captives in…

The Hamas administration in Gaza announced today that approximately "300,000 displaced" Palestinians commenced their journey back to the northern regions of the territory. This return follows the Israeli military's decision to allow the resettlement starting early this morning. A succinct communiqué from Hamas's press office indicated that multitudes "returned today... to the governorates of the north" within Gaza. This much-anticipated return, which faced delays over the weekend, came to fruition after Hamas consented to…

Mogadishu (AX) — In the swirling dance of diplomacy and military tensions, Sunday heralded another somber chapter from the knotty conflict front. A tragic incident shook the northern Gaza Strip as Israeli forces reportedly killed a Palestinian while they were attempting to make their way back to a place he once called home. As if on cue, Hamas unleashed a salvo of accusations, charging Israel with dragging its feet on the supposed ceasefire and leaving displaced folks in a lurch with bureaucratic shackles. Well, Israeli…

In a dramatic turn of events under the starry skies of Doha, Qatar has presented Israel and Hamas with a final draft aimed at putting an end to the devastating conflict in Gaza. This breakthrough, which came after marathon talks that ran late into the night, saw the involvement of some high-stakes players, including an envoy from U.S. president-elect Donald Trump, according to a well-informed source who spoke to Reuters. The ceasefire agreement, structured alongside the promise of releasing hostages, was the brainchild of…

Judges at the International Criminal Court (ICC) recently issued arrest warrants targeting Israeli Prime Minister Benjamin Netanyahu, his former defense minister, and a leader of Hamas, alleging they committed war crimes and crimes against humanity. This development follows ICC prosecutor Karim Khan’s declaration on May 20, asserting his pursuit of arrest warrants related to the October 7 attacks on Israel by Hamas and the ensuing military actions in Gaza. Let’s dive into the potential ramifications of this situation and…

In a significant development following the troubling events of October 7, 2023, involving both Hamas's attacks on Israel and the subsequent military actions in Gaza, ICC prosecutor Karim Khan revealed on May 20 his intention to pursue arrest warrants for alleged war crimes tied to the conflict. "The legal dynamics are shifting," remarked an expert on international law familiar with the situation. Despite the International Criminal Court's announcement that Israel's consent is not a prerequisite for acknowledging the…

Judges at the International Criminal Court (ICC) in The Hague have issued arrest warrants for Israeli Prime Minister Benjamin Netanyahu, his former defense minister Yoav Gallant, and Hamas leader Ibrahim Al-Masri, in connection with alleged war crimes and crimes against humanity. This significant decision comes on the heels of ICC prosecutor Karim Khan’s announcement on May 20, calling for warrants tied to the events following the October 7, 2023, Hamas attacks on Israel, which prompted a fierce Israeli military response in…

The acting chief of Hamas in Gaza, Khalil al-Hayya, recently expressed that any potential hostage-for-prisoners exchange deal with Israel hinges on the cessation of hostilities in the region. “A prisoner swap is off the table if the war continues,” Mr. Hayya articulated during a discussion on Al-Aqsa television. He reinforced the group's stance regarding the conditions necessary for the conflict's resolution. “If the aggression persists, why would Hamas, or any rational actor, relinquish a valuable bargaining chip while…

Qatar's Emir Sheikh Tamim Bids Welcome to US Secretary of State Antony Blinken in Doha(Source: AFP) Qatar is under a bit of pressure from Uncle Sam, who wants the country to evict Hamas's political bigwigs by the end of the next month. This inside scoop comes from two insiders who spilled the beans to The National over the weekend. Qatar has acted as a cozy haven for these Palestinian leaders since 2012 after Khaled Meshaal moved there from Syria. Meshaal had been the head honcho of Hamas for over 20 years until 2017. It's…