Following the first day of the Gaza ceasefire, one of the Israeli hostages, Emily Damari, expressed her joy at being freed after spending 471 days in captivity. Damari, 28, thanked her family and the protest movement that advocated for their release. She returned with a bandaged hand, having lost two fingers during an attack by Hamas. Damari's mother mentioned that she is doing better than expected.
Israeli Soldier Killed in West Bank
Tragically, an Israeli soldier was killed and another seriously wounded in the West Bank after their vehicle was hit by a roadside bomb. The violence in the region has been ongoing, with tensions escalating after recent attacks.
Turkey Reopens Consulate in Aleppo
Turkey reopened its consulate in Aleppo, Syria, after 12 years, following the resumption of operations in Damascus. This move signifies a step towards normalizing diplomatic relations between the two countries.
Yemen's Houthis Limit Attacks in Red Sea Corridor
Yemen's Houthi rebels announced a decision to limit their attacks in the Red Sea corridor to Israeli-affiliated ships only, as part of the ceasefire agreement. This move aims to reduce hostilities in the region.
Palestinian Prisoner Shares Ordeal and Hope
Bara’a Al-Fuqha, a freed Palestinian medical student, recounted her difficult time in Israeli prison under administrative detention. Despite the challenges, she expressed relief at being reunited with her family and vowed to continue advocating for the rights of Palestinians.
UN Sends Humanitarian Aid to Gaza
Over 630 trucks of humanitarian aid have entered Gaza to address the urgent needs of the population. The UN under-secretary-general emphasized the critical situation in Gaza after months of conflict and stressed the importance of swift humanitarian assistance.
Hamas Addresses Delay in Prisoner Release
Hamas cited a conflict over the list of names as the reason for the delay in Israel's release of Palestinian prisoners. Efforts are underway to resolve the issue and ensure the smooth release of the remaining detainees.
Israeli Military Fires Projectiles During Prisoner Release
Amid the release of Palestinian prisoners, the Israeli military fired projectiles and dispersed journalists awaiting the event. The situation remains tense as the release process continues in the West Bank.
