Hamas to Release Hostages; Phase Two of Deal Faces Challenges
Israel anticipates Hamas releasing four hostages on Saturday, per a deal reached last week, with the next phase of releasing Israeli soldiers beginning on day 16, but facing difficulties due to potential prisoner exchanges and Israel's refusal to allow Hamas in Gaza's governance.
Hamas to Release Hostages; Phase Two of Deal Faces Challenges
Israel anticipates Hamas releasing four hostages on Saturday, per a deal reached last week, with the next phase of releasing Israeli soldiers beginning on day 16, but facing difficulties due to potential prisoner exchanges and Israel's refusal to allow Hamas in Gaza's governance.
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40% Bias Score
Houthi Release of Galaxy Leader Crew After 14 Months
After 14 months of captivity following a November 2023 hijacking in the Red Sea, the 25-member crew of the Bahamian-flagged Galaxy Leader cargo ship was released by the Houthi movement in Yemen, with the release linked to the recent Israel-Hamas ceasefire.
Houthi Release of Galaxy Leader Crew After 14 Months
After 14 months of captivity following a November 2023 hijacking in the Red Sea, the 25-member crew of the Bahamian-flagged Galaxy Leader cargo ship was released by the Houthi movement in Yemen, with the release linked to the recent Israel-Hamas ceasefire.
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40% Bias Score
Yemen's Houthis Release Crew of Seized Cargo Ship
After months of detention, the Houthi movement in Yemen released the 25-member crew of the Galaxy Leader cargo ship, seized in November 2023, following diplomatic efforts and linked to the Gaza ceasefire; the incident highlights the impact of regional conflict on global maritime trade.
Yemen's Houthis Release Crew of Seized Cargo Ship
After months of detention, the Houthi movement in Yemen released the 25-member crew of the Galaxy Leader cargo ship, seized in November 2023, following diplomatic efforts and linked to the Gaza ceasefire; the incident highlights the impact of regional conflict on global maritime trade.
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32% Bias Score
Gaza Truce: 90 Palestinians Freed in Hostage Exchange
A 42-day truce in Gaza began after Israel released 90 Palestinian prisoners in exchange for three Israeli hostages; the UN is pushing for increased aid to Gaza, where over 47,000 Palestinians have been killed and nearly the entire population is homeless, with reconstruction potentially taking centur...
Gaza Truce: 90 Palestinians Freed in Hostage Exchange
A 42-day truce in Gaza began after Israel released 90 Palestinian prisoners in exchange for three Israeli hostages; the UN is pushing for increased aid to Gaza, where over 47,000 Palestinians have been killed and nearly the entire population is homeless, with reconstruction potentially taking centur...
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36% Bias Score
IDF Launches Operation Iron Wall in Jenin Amidst Impending Terrorist Release
The Israeli Defense Forces (IDF) launched Operation Iron Wall in Jenin to preempt a potential surge in terrorist attacks following the release of hundreds of Palestinian prisoners, including prominent figure Zakaria Zubeidi, as part of a recent hostage-ceasefire deal.
IDF Launches Operation Iron Wall in Jenin Amidst Impending Terrorist Release
The Israeli Defense Forces (IDF) launched Operation Iron Wall in Jenin to preempt a potential surge in terrorist attacks following the release of hundreds of Palestinian prisoners, including prominent figure Zakaria Zubeidi, as part of a recent hostage-ceasefire deal.
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52% Bias Score
Trump Takes Credit for Israel-Hamas Deal; Ramaswamy Quits DOGE for Ohio Gubernatorial Run
Steve Witkoff credited President Trump for a Hamas-Israel ceasefire and hostage release, announced at a Capital One Arena event attended by families of hostages, while Vivek Ramaswamy stepped down from Trump's Department of Government Efficiency to run for Ohio governor.
Trump Takes Credit for Israel-Hamas Deal; Ramaswamy Quits DOGE for Ohio Gubernatorial Run
Steve Witkoff credited President Trump for a Hamas-Israel ceasefire and hostage release, announced at a Capital One Arena event attended by families of hostages, while Vivek Ramaswamy stepped down from Trump's Department of Government Efficiency to run for Ohio governor.
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56% Bias Score
Mexican Sailors Freed After 400 Days Captive in Yemen
Two Mexican sailors held captive for over 400 days by Houthi rebels in the Red Sea were released in Muscat, Oman, following a Gaza ceasefire and an agreement between Israel and Hamas, after extensive diplomatic efforts by Mexico.
Mexican Sailors Freed After 400 Days Captive in Yemen
Two Mexican sailors held captive for over 400 days by Houthi rebels in the Red Sea were released in Muscat, Oman, following a Gaza ceasefire and an agreement between Israel and Hamas, after extensive diplomatic efforts by Mexico.
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40% Bias Score
Yemen's Houthis Release Crew of Hijacked Cargo Ship
After 14 months of captivity by Iran-backed Houthi fighters in Yemen, the 25-member crew of the Bahamian-flagged Galaxy Leader cargo ship was released to Omani mediators following a ceasefire between Israel and Hamas, significantly impacting global maritime trade.
Yemen's Houthis Release Crew of Hijacked Cargo Ship
After 14 months of captivity by Iran-backed Houthi fighters in Yemen, the 25-member crew of the Bahamian-flagged Galaxy Leader cargo ship was released to Omani mediators following a ceasefire between Israel and Hamas, significantly impacting global maritime trade.
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40% Bias Score
Israel Releases Hostages in Cease-Fire Deal, IDF Chief Resigns
Three Israeli hostages kidnapped during the October 7th attacks were freed on Sunday, January 20th, 2024, as part of a cease-fire deal that involves the phased release of 33 Israeli hostages held in Gaza in exchange for Israel releasing nearly 2,000 prisoners and detainees from the West Bank and Gaz...
Israel Releases Hostages in Cease-Fire Deal, IDF Chief Resigns
Three Israeli hostages kidnapped during the October 7th attacks were freed on Sunday, January 20th, 2024, as part of a cease-fire deal that involves the phased release of 33 Israeli hostages held in Gaza in exchange for Israel releasing nearly 2,000 prisoners and detainees from the West Bank and Gaz...
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44% Bias Score
Three Israeli Hostages Released in Hamas-Israel Ceasefire Deal
Three Israeli women, held captive by Hamas for 15 months, were released Sunday as part of a six-week ceasefire agreement that will see 33 Hamas hostages exchanged for 1,900 Palestinian prisoners, with aid deliveries to Gaza resuming.
Three Israeli Hostages Released in Hamas-Israel Ceasefire Deal
Three Israeli women, held captive by Hamas for 15 months, were released Sunday as part of a six-week ceasefire agreement that will see 33 Hamas hostages exchanged for 1,900 Palestinian prisoners, with aid deliveries to Gaza resuming.
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44% Bias Score
Release of Three Israeli Hostages After 15 Months of Captivity
Three Israeli hostages, held captive by Hamas for 15 months following the October 7, 2023 attack, were released on Sunday, October 29, 2023, as part of a US, Qatari, and Egyptian-brokered ceasefire, prompting expressions of gratitude from their families towards various political leaders.
Release of Three Israeli Hostages After 15 Months of Captivity
Three Israeli hostages, held captive by Hamas for 15 months following the October 7, 2023 attack, were released on Sunday, October 29, 2023, as part of a US, Qatari, and Egyptian-brokered ceasefire, prompting expressions of gratitude from their families towards various political leaders.
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48% Bias Score
Release of Three Israeli Women After 400 Days in Hamas Captivity
Three Israeli women, held captive by Hamas for over 400 days following a brutal October 7, 2023, attack, were released Sunday in Gaza, triggering widespread relief and gratitude towards international mediators and former US President Trump, while 95 Israelis remain hostages.
Release of Three Israeli Women After 400 Days in Hamas Captivity
Three Israeli women, held captive by Hamas for over 400 days following a brutal October 7, 2023, attack, were released Sunday in Gaza, triggering widespread relief and gratitude towards international mediators and former US President Trump, while 95 Israelis remain hostages.
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44% Bias Score