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ISRAEL ACCEPTS TRUMP’S 20-POINT GAZA PEACE PLAN, HANGING HOPE ON HAMAS RESPONSE

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Israeli Prime Minister Benjamin Netanyahu has formally accepted a 20-point peace proposal put forth by US President Donald Trump aimed at ending the protracted and devastating war in Gaza. The announcement was made Monday at the White House, where Trump hailed the development as “a historic day for peace”. Netanyahu, previously resistant to certain peace initiatives, expressed support for Trump’s plan, stating, “I support your plan to end the war in Gaza, which achieves our war aims”. Key elements of the proposal include immediate cessation of hostilities upon mutual agreement, with Hamas required to release all Israeli hostages – alive and deceased – within 72 hours of Israel’s acceptance. In return, Israel would release approximately 250 Palestinian prisoners serving life sentences and 1,700 detainees arrested from Gaza since October 2023. For every Israeli hostage remains released, Israel would release remains of 15 deceased Gazans. The plan envisions Gaza transformed into a “deradicalised, terror-free zone” with Hamas excluded from governance. It stipulates Israel will not occupy or annex Gaza, instead progressing toward withdrawal tied to demilitarisation milestones. An International Stabilization Force (ISF), backed by Arab and international partners, would deploy in Gaza for security and training Palestinian police. Trump emphasized dialogue establishment between Israel and Palestinians for peaceful coexistence. “If accepted by Hamas, this proposal calls for the release of all remaining hostages immediately, in 72 hours… It means the immediate end to the war itself,” Trump declared. Netanyahu framed the move as isolating Hamas internationally, saying, “Instead of Hamas leading to our isolation, we turned the tables and isolated Hamas”. Hamas hasn’t formally responded, though previously signaling willingness to release hostages contingent on Israel ending the war and meeting conditions. Regional leaders including Saudi Arabia, Jordan, UAE, Qatar and Egypt welcomed Trump’s efforts, stressing prevention of Palestinian displacement. European leaders like UK’s Keir Starmer and France’s Emmanuel Macron urged Hamas acceptance, calling it a basis for peace. The plan’s future hangs on Hamas’s decision amid ongoing conflict – over 35 killed in recent Israeli strikes – and acute humanitarian crisis in Gaza. Trump asserted Israel would have full US backing if Hamas rejects the deal, with Netanyahu warning Israel would “finish the job”.

INDIA AND PAKISTAN EXCHANGE MISSILE STRIKES IN ESCALATING CONFLICT

CapitalTimesNews / 9 months

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India and Pakistan have exchanged missile strikes, further escalating tensions between the nuclear-armed rivals. India claims its military targeted Pakistani military bases after Islamabad fired several high-speed missiles at multiple Indian air bases in the country’s Punjab state. According to Indian Col. Sofiya Qureshi, Pakistan’s actions were “provocation,” and India’s response was “measured.” “Befitting reply has been given to Pakistani actions,” she said, adding that Pakistan targeted health facilities and schools at India’s three air bases in Indian-controlled Kashmir. The Pakistani military, however, claims it used medium-range Fateh missiles to target an Indian missile storage facility and airbases in Pathankot and Udhampur. Lt. Gen. Ahmad Sharif, the army spokesman, described the Indian strikes as a “provocation of the highest order.” The conflict has led to loud explosions in multiple locations, including Srinagar and Jammu, with residents describing the situation as “war-like.” Praveen Donthi, a senior analyst with the International Crisis Group for India, noted that the two countries are engaged in a “remorseless race for military one-upmanship” with no apparent strategic end goals. The US Secretary of State Marco Rubio urged both parties to “find ways to deescalate and offered US assistance in starting constructive talks” to avoid future conflicts. The Group of Seven nations also called for “maximum restraint” from both sides, warning that further military escalation poses a serious threat to regional stability. The tensions between India and Pakistan have been escalating since an attack on a popular tourist site in Indian-controlled Kashmir left 26 civilians dead on April 22. India blames Pakistan for backing the assault, which Islamabad denies. In response to the Pakistani missile strikes, India claims to have destroyed multiple armed Pakistani drones spotted flying over a military cantonment in northern Punjab state’s Amritsar city. “Pakistan’s blatant attempt to violate India’s sovereignty and endanger civilians is unacceptable,” the Indian army stated. As the situation continues to unfold, Pakistan’s civil aviation authority has shut down the country’s airports for all flight operations, and people in major cities are chanting slogans supporting the armed forces.

HAMAS HANDS OVER THREE ISRAELI CAPTIVES TO RED CROSS UNDER CEASEFIRE AGREEMENT

Nicolas Adekeye / 1 year

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In a significant development, Hamas has handed over three Israeli captives to the Red Cross, marking the first phase of a ceasefire and prisoner exchange agreement. The captives, identified as Romi Gonen, Emily Damari, and Doron Steinbrecher, were handed over by Hamas’ armed wing, the Qassam Brigades, at Saraya Square in central Gaza City. The Israeli army confirmed that it was notified by the International Committee of the Red Cross (ICRC) that the three captives had been handed over. The military said that the three female captives are now in the hands of its forces in Gaza after they were handed over by the Red Cross. According to Israeli daily Yedioth Ahronoth, the three freed captives are in good health. A large number of Qassam members and their vehicles gathered in central Gaza City during the handover process. The Gaza ceasefire agreement took effect at 11:15 a.m. local time (0915GMT) on Sunday, after a few hours’ delay due to Israeli accusations that Hamas was delaying the release of a list of captives set to be released. The agreement was originally scheduled to start at 8:30 a.m. local time. The conflict in Gaza has resulted in devastating consequences, with nearly 47,000 people killed, mostly women and children, and over 110,700 others injured since October 7, 2023, according to local health authorities. The Israeli war has left more than 11,000 people missing, with widespread destruction and a humanitarian crisis that has claimed the lives of many elderly people and children. In November, the International Criminal Court issued arrest warrants for Israeli Prime Minister Benjamin Netanyahu and his former Defense Minister Yoav Gallant for war crimes and crimes against humanity in Gaza. Israel also faces a genocide case at the International Court of Justice for its war on the enclave.

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ISRAEL ACCEPTS TRUMP’S 20-POINT GAZA PEACE PLAN, HANGING HOPE ON HAMAS RESPONSE

INDIA AND PAKISTAN EXCHANGE MISSILE STRIKES IN ESCALATING CONFLICT

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