The current war in Gaza began on October 7, 2023, when Hamas fighters crossed the border into Israel, killing about 1,200 people and taking a further 250 people hostage, according to Israeli tallies.

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The families of the three Israeli hostages released Saturday have spoken out about their loved ones’ ordeal in Hamas ...

The three-phase ceasefire has raised cautious hopes for an end to the war. Israeli bombardment of Gaza since the Hamas-led October 7 attacks has caused a devastating impact on the territory ...

Negotiators reached a deal on Wednesday for a ceasefire in the Gaza war between Israel and Hamas, after 15 months of conflict that has killed tens of thousands of Palestinians and inflamed the ...

The hostages, who were made to give public speeches thanking the Hamas militants who had held them captive, looked frail and ...

Mr. Trump made the comments about the hostages while signing executive orders on Monday at the White House. He spoke hours ...