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Stories of the hostages taken by Hamas from Israel
A total of 94 hostages, taken captive after the 7 October attacks, still remain unaccounted for.BBC News - 1d -
How Israel Is Bracing for Malnourished, Traumatized Hostages
Facilities have been preparing by conducting simulations and poring over medical records and Hamas videos.The Wall Street Journal - 1d -
Negotiators Reach Cease-Fire and Hostage Deal for Gaza
The agreement, which must still be approved by the Israeli cabinet, incited joy in the Gaza Strip and Israel, even as some feared that it could fall apart.The New York Times - 1d -
Israel and Hamas agree to ceasefire, hostage release deal
After intense negotiations, Israel and Hamas have reached a deal that would see a ceasefire and the exchange of hostages in Gaza for Palestinian prisoners.CBS News - 1d -
Netanyahu's office says hostage deal now agreed
Benjamin Netanyahu had delayed a vote to approve the Gaza ceasefire deal, blaming Hamas.BBC News - 8h -
Families of hostages hope for change after accusing Netanyahu of prioritizing his own future
For relatives clinging to hope for the past 16 months, there were mixed emotions about Israel and Hamas striking a deal to free their family members.NBC News - 22h -
Who are the released hostages?
A total of 117 people captured during the 7 October attacks have been released or freed.BBC News - 23h -
Families of hostages grateful but cautious about ceasefire deal
While some may soon reunite with their loved ones, others face the grim possibility of receiving confirmation of deaths during captivity.The Hill - 1d -
British hostage families cautious but hopeful for reunions
Families tell the BBC they're hoping for reunions with loved ones held in captivity for over 15 months.BBC News - 1d -
Israel and Hamas reach Gaza ceasefire and hostage deal
A ceasefire and hostage deal between Israel and Hamas has been reached in the bloody war in Gaza.CNBC - 1d -
United by Disaster, L.A. Mourns, and Hopes, Together
More than a week after the wildfires ignited, the hazy numbness described by many looks a lot like grieving.The New York Times - 1d -
Israel, Hamas agree to ceasefire and hostage release deal
After more than 15 months of war, Israel and Hamas have agreed to a deal to end the fighting in Gaza, free almost 100 hostages still held by Hamas and hundreds of Palestinian prisoners in Israel. ...NBC News - 1d -
Israel and Hamas reach ceasefire and hostage release deal after 'intensive diplomacy'
Secretary of State Antony Blinken had said the U.S. wanted a ceasefire deal in Gaza and all remaining captives released before Donald Trump takes office on Jan. 20.ABC News - 1d -
'The job will only be done when all 98 of the hostages are home': Father of hostage taken by Hamas
Following 15 months of fighting in the Gaza Strip, a ceasefire and hostage release agreement was reached between Israel and Hamas. The father of American hostage Sagui Dekel-Chen, Jonathan ...NBC News - 1d -
Foden: Man City title hopes are 'done for sure'
Manchester City forward Phil Foden conceded his team's defence of the Premier League title is over following their 2-2 draw at Brentford on Tuesday.ESPN - 1d -
Israel and Hamas agree to ceasefire, hostage release deal
After intense negotiations, Israel and Hamas have reached a deal that would see a ceasefire and the exchange of hostages in Gaza for Palestinian prisoners.CBS News - 1d -
Watch: Gaza ceasefire and hostage deal announced
A ceasefire deal between Israel and Hamas is announced by Qatar's prime minister.BBC News - 1d -
For These Teenagers in Ukraine, Hope Arrived at the Stage Door
The students in a summer acting course performed a play set in America, called, “It’s okay!” And it gave them hope that their lives would be OK, too.The New York Times - 2d -
After months of agony and rage, hostage families hold out hope despite 'roller coaster' negotiations
As talks for a ceasefire between Israel and Hamas progressed, the families of hostages held for 15 months in Gaza said they “remain hopeful” of their release.NBC News - 2d -
FirstFT: ‘Breakthrough’ raises hopes for Gaza ceasefire deal
Also in today’s newsletter, special counsel Jack Smith issues report on election interference, and Amazon plans AI ‘brain’ for AlexaFinancial Times - 3d -
What are the main obstacles to a ceasefire in Gaza and the release of hostages?
Israel and Hamas have been holding indirect talks for more than a year aimed at ending the war in Gaza and returning scores of militant-held hostages in exchange for Palestinians imprisoned by IsraelABC News - 4d -
Class of 2025? The IPO hopefuls that could revive London
After disappointment in 2024, financial services, industrials and consumer names could debut this yearFinancial Times - 4d -
Syrians hope for a future without Russia, but it may not be easy
With the fall of Bashar al-Assad's regime, Russia lost a key ally in the Middle East -but it still hopes to keeps its military bases in Syria.BBC News - 4d -
Redick: Lakers want to play, 'give people hope'
Lakers coach JJ Redick says he hopes Saturday's game against the Spurs will be played as scheduled, giving the people of Los Angeles 'hope' in the wake of recent wildfires.ESPN - 6d -
Israeli Hostage Hamza Ziyadne Is Declared Killed in Gaza
Hamza Ziyadne, 23, was abducted in the 2023 Hamas-led attack on Israel alongside his siblings and father, whose body was also recovered this week.The New York Times - 6d -
Israeli military confirms identity of hostage killed in Gaza
Israel confirmed that a hostage found killed in Gaza was Hamza Ziyadne, the son of another hostage, Youssef Ziyadne, found dead alongside him.NBC News - Jan. 10 -
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Hostage Is Found Dead in Gaza Tunnel, Israel Says
The hostage, Youssef Ziyadne, an Arab Bedouin, was seized along with three grown children on Oct. 7, 2023. Two of them were released, but there is “serious concern” about the fate of the third.The New York Times - Jan. 8 -
Gazans React to Trump’s Comments About Hostages
President-elect Donald J. Trump said “all hell will break out in the Middle East” if hostages captured in the Hamas-led attacks were not freed before he takes office.The New York Times - Jan. 8 -
Israeli Army says it recovered body of hostage in Gaza
The Israeli Army on Wednesday said it had recovered the body from the Gaza Strip of an Israeli citizen who was kidnapped by Hamas during its terrorist attack on Oct. 7 and held hostage, and was ...The Hill - Jan. 8 -
Bodies of Israeli father and son hostages found in Gaza
The bodies of father and son hostages Youssef and Hamza Ziyadne have been found in Gaza, Israel's Defense Minister Israel Katz said Tuesday.NBC News - Jan. 8 -
Venezuelan Regime Hunts for Foreign Hostages to Pressure Its Rivals
Maduro has turned up the heat on the incoming Trump administration by recently seizing 50 foreigners, several of them American passport holders.The Wall Street Journal - Jan. 5 -
Clyburn hopes Johnson will attempt to find 'common ground'
The South Carolina Democrat is eager to see if Johnson's patience with his fellow Republicans will extend across the aisle.Politico - Jan. 5 -
Hamas releases video of Israeli hostage Liri Albag as ceasefire talks resume
It comes as Israel intensified strikes on Gaza, killing 88 people over the past 24 hours, the Hamas-run health ministry says.BBC News - Jan. 5 -
Hamas Releases Video of Teenage Israeli Soldier Held Hostage in Gaza
Liri Albag, 19, is one of about 100 hostages believed to remain held in the enclave nearly 15 months after the Hamas-led attacks on Israel.The New York Times - Jan. 4 -
The Case for Hope for Palestinians
Israeli accountability, a powerful protest movement and an emerging generation of leaders could bring a better future for Palestinians.The New York Times - Jan. 3 -
Sweden's green industry hopes hit by Northvolt woes
Financial problems at battery maker Northvolt have shaken hopes for Sweden's green industry sector.BBC News - Jan. 3 -
Wrexham's promotion hopes dented after defeat
Wrexham's promotion hopes took a hit on Wednesday as they dropped to third place in the League One table after succumbing to a 2-1 defeat to Barnsley.ESPN - Jan. 2 -
Zelensky Expresses Hope for 2025, but Russia Presses On With Attacks
In his New Year’s address, President Volodymyr Zelensky of Ukraine urged continued U.S. support.The New York Times - Jan. 1 -
Former Hostages in Iran Crisis Recall Jimmy Carter’s Quest to Free Them
The Iran hostage crisis became a symbol of a failed presidency, but for some of those who lived it, Jimmy Carter was the one who brought them home at the expense of his political career.The New York Times - Jan. 1