(2025-01-20). Houthis Limit Red Sea Attacks to Israeli Ships as Ceasefire Holds. themedialine.org 
(2025-01-20). Gaza ceasefire and release of hostages welcomed: Justice is the only way for a lasting peace. fidh.org The International Federation for Human Rights (FIDH) welcomes the announcement of a ceasefire in Gaza and the release of hostages, which it has been urging for the past 15 months. The ceasefire is a first step. On its own it cannot provide justice for the victims. It cannot produce a lasting peace. The ceasefire is a temporary strategic solution. What needs to come now is a real political and human rights based solution for the end of the Gaza blockade, the end of Israel's settler-colonial (…) | – |
(2025-01-20). Gaza Ceasefire: Palestinian Lawyer Says Women, Children Released by Israel Faced Torture, Starvation. democracynow.org 
As the ceasefire in Gaza has entered its second day and appears to be holding, we begin our coverage in Ramallah. "We're hoping that it will continue, the Israelis will continue to release prisoners. And, of course, we have no guarantees they will not be rearrested again," says Tala Nasir, a lawyer with the Palestinian prisoner and human rights organization Addameer. She also notes that many of those released are coming home in poor health. "They were starving inside the prisons," Nasir notes.
(2025-01-20). Hamas Hands Over Three Israeli Captives to Red Cross As Ceasefire Begins. tn.ai TEHRAN (Tasnim) — The Palestinian resistance group Hamas handed over three Israeli captives to the Red Cross on Sunday as part of the initial phase of a ceasefire and prisoner exchange agreement in Gaza.
(2025-01-20). Israel Releases 90 Palestinian Prisoners As Ceasefire Brings Temporary Calm to Gaza. tn.ai TEHRAN (Tasnim) — Israel has freed 90 Palestinian prisoners as part of a ceasefire agreement in Gaza, coinciding with the return of three Israeli captives.
(2025-01-20). Gaza Ceasefire Reveals Israel's Fragility. popularresistance.org The Qatari Minister of Foreign Affairs, in a pivotal announcement on Wednesday evening, confirmed that Israel and the Islamic Resistance Movement (Hamas) have finalized a deal designed to halt Israel's genocidal and destructive war in the Gaza Strip for at least 42 days. This accord is essentially a reworking of the previously proposed ceasefire arrangement in May by the Biden administration, when Hamas declared its acceptance of the ceasefire agreement, while Israel reneged on it and continued with the war. It turned out Israel wanted time to both bring out more destruction in Gaza, more death, and use its mix o…
(2025-01-20). Hamas Releases First Three Israeli Hostages as Gaza Ceasefire Takes Hold. scheerpost.com 
(2025-01-20). Dozens of Palestinian women, teens freed from Israeli jails as part of Gaza ceasefire. thecradle.co
(2025-01-20). Corbyn and Palestine Solidarity Campaign criticise Met Police for their handling of Palestine protest. leftfootforward.org The Palestine Solidarity Campaign and former Labour leader Jeremy Corbyn have criticised the police for promoting "a misleading narrative" about a pro-Palestine protest over the weekend. | Corbyn challenged the Metropolitan Police's claim that protestors had broken through the police line, stating it was "not an accurate description of events at all". | Approximately 77 protestors were arrested on Saturday on suspicion of breaching protest conditions. Nine have been charged with breaching protest conditions under the Public Order Act. | The first day of the Israel-Hamas ceasefire began yesterday after 15 month…
(2025-01-20). Bitter Harvests: The Gaza Ceasefire. globalresearch.ca Twinning the terms "ceasefire" and "Gaza" seems not only incongruous but an obscene joke. This is largely because the ceasefire announced on January 15 between Israel and Hamas could have been reached so much earlier by all the concerned parties. …
(2025-01-20). Gaza Ceasefire Deal: Netanyahu's war cabinet vote today. ummid.com Qatar and the United States Wednesday January 15, 2025 confirmed Palestinian Resistance Groups led by Hamas and Israel have finalised the deal to end over 15-month long war in Gaza and other occupied Palestinian lands.
(2025-01-20). Palestinians hoping to return to Gaza's Rafah find city in ruins. aljazeera.com As an Israel-Hamas ceasefire begins, rubble is all that's left in large swaths of southern Gaza's Rafah.
(2025-01-20). 90 Palestinian prisoners freed under Gaza ceasefire deal. aljazeera.com There were scenes of celebration in the occupied West Bank as Israel freed 90 Palestinian prisoners.
(2025-01-20). Endless violence: Israeli settlers attack Palestinian towns to protest Gaza truce deal. presstv.ir Israeli settlers, backed up by the occupation forces, storm several Palestinian towns in the West Bank, in a show of anger at a Gaza ceasefire deal.
(2025-01-20). Lebanese legislator warns of Israeli non-compliance with the truce. plenglish.com Beirut, Jan 20 (Prensa Latina) The member of the Loyalty to the Resistance bloc in the Lebanese Parliament, Ali Fayyad, warned today of any Israeli breach of the ceasefire agreement.
(2025-01-20). Israel accepted ceasefire after battlefield defeat; Hamas 'stronger' than ever: IRGC cmdr. presstv.ir A senior Iranian commander says Hamas will strongly continue its path after Israel was forced to accept a ceasefire agreement.
(2025-01-20). Israeli accepted ceasefire after battlefield defeat; Hamas 'stronger' than ever: IRGC cmdr. presstv.ir A senior Iranian commander says Hamas will strongly continue its path after Israel was forced to accept a ceasefire agreement.
(2025-01-20). Aid enters Gaza, Israeli settlers carry out attacks over truce. newarab.com 
Gaza's ceasefire has entered its second day, with aid entering the besieged enclave and Hamas deploying its security forces in areas under its control. US officials have pledged to ensure Aid enters Gaza: | Trucks carrying
(2025-01-20). Hamas-Israel Ceasefire: Salute to People of Gaza. ummid.com Despite round the clock terror and horrifying attacks in the last 15 months, the ordinary people of Gaza exhibited remarkable patience for which they deserve acclaim.
(2025-01-20). Crowds cheer as Palestinian prisoners freed from Israeli jail. newarab.com 
Hundreds of people cheered, chanted and honked car horns as two buses carrying Palestinian prisoners freed from an Israeli jail arrived in the occupied West Bank town of Beitunia early on Monday, AFP journalists reported. | The buses held some of the 90 prisoners released as part of the Gaza ceasefire deal that began Sunday and saw three Israeli hostages freed by Hamas. | Members of the crowd climbed atop the lead bus and unfurled a Hamas flag, the journalists reported. | They were joined by others waving the flags of Fatah, Islamic Jihad and several other Palestinian factions, as well as the Palestinian natio…
(2025-01-20). WHO says needs full Gaza access during Israel-Hamas truce. newarab.com 
The World Health Organization said Sunday it was ready to pour much-needed aid into Gaza during the Israel-Hamas truce, but that it would need "systematic access" across the territory to do so. | Much of the Gaza Strip's WHO chief Tedros Adhanom Ghebreyesus welcomed the ceasefire, posting on social media that it would "bring great hope for millions of people whose lives have been ravaged by the conf…
(2025-01-20). Gaza ceasefire begins after Israeli delays, deadly strikes. newarab.com 
Gaza's A statement from Netanyahu's office, issued less than an hour before the truce was set to start at 8: 30 am (0630 GMT), said he had "instructed the IDF (military) that the ceasefire… will not begin until Israel has received the list" of hostages to be freed. | Hamas, while "affirming its commitme…
(2025-01-20). Gaza ceasefire: Israel releases 90 Palestinian prisoners. newarab.com 
This live blog has now ended. Make sure to follow us for the latest news on The Israeli prison service said early Monday that 90 Palestinian prisoners have been released as part of the Gaza ceasefire and swap deal between Israel and Hamas. | This comes after Hamas
(2025-01-20). Israel kills 19 after ceasefire deadline, 36 wounded. newarab.com 
Israeli airstrikes killed at least 19 civilians in Gaza and wounded 36 more early on Sunday, shortly after a The truce later came into effect after an Israeli delay over a list of names of captives to be released by Hamas. | Gaza's Civil Defence Department said the civilians were killed in attacks across the One person was killed in Rafah, six in Khan Younis, nin…
(2025-01-20). The names of the 93 Palestinian prisoners set to be freed Sunday. newarab.com 
The names of 93 male and female Palestinian prisoners who will be released Sunday night, as part of a prisoner exchange on the first day of the Gaza ceasefire, have been published. | Israel and mediating nation Qatar confirmed on Sunday a long-awaited ceasefire in Gaza had come into effect following a delay of almost three hours as Israel awaited a list of three captives to be initially freed by Hamas. | According to the ceasefire plan, a total of 33 captives will be returned from Gaza during an initial 42-day truce. | In a statement, Hamas said the truce deal stipulated "the release of 30 Palestinian prisoner…
(2025-01-20). Smotrich says ceasefire deal a 'defeat for Israel'. newarab.com 
Israel's far-right Finance Minister Bezalel Smotrich on Sunday slammed the ongoing ceasefire with Hamas in Gaza as a "very serious mistake" and a "surrender to Hamas". | The minister threatened to leave Prime Minister Benjamin Netanyahu's coalition government if Gaza is not occupied by Israel. | Speaking to Army Radio, Smotrich said Israel "must occupy Gaza and create a temporary military government because there is no other way to defeat Hamas". | "I will overthrow the government if it does not return to fighting in a way that [leads to us] taking over the entire Gaza and governing it," he continued. | The mi…
(2025-01-20). Bad Deal Better Than No Deal: Ex-Israeli Negotiator Fears Netanyahu Could Resume Attacks. democracynow.org 
We continue our coverage of the long-awaited Gaza ceasefire by going to Jerusalem to speak with Israeli activist Gershon Baskin, who has experience negotiating with Hamas, including during this latest conflict. Baskin says while it's heartening to see captives returning home, the ceasefire agreement is "a bad deal" because of how fragile it is. "Hamas would not have agreed to enter into this two- or three-phase deal without having guarantees … that in fact the war would end," says Baskin. "But we don't know that, because Netanyahu has given alternative promises to membe…
(2025-01-20). Headlines for January 20, 2025. democracynow.org Palestinians Return to Decimated Homes, Israeli Hostages Released as Ceasefire Takes Effect, Netanyahu Says U.S. Gave Him Green Light to Resume Attacking Gaza Despite Ceasefire, Trump Vows Blitz of EOs Cracking Down on Immigration, Schools, Gov't Agencies Ahead of Swearing-In, Immigrant Communities Brace for Mass Deportations as Trump Returns to Presidency, "Literally Cashing In on the Presidency": Donald and Melania Trump Launch Their Own Cryptocurrencies, TikTok Briefly Goes Dark, Then Returns After Trump Says He Will Delay Its Ban, Biden Issues Preemptive Pardons for Anthony Fauci, Gen. Mark…
(2025-01-20). 'Spectacular failure' over Hamas an embarrassment for Netanyahu. asiapacificreport.nz Asia Pacific Report Scenes of fully armed Hamas fighters in their green headbands escorting the three Israeli women hostages to their handover on the first day of the ceasefire and patrolling the streets of Gaza are embarrasing for the Israeli government, says an academic. Mohamad Elmasry, a media studies professor at the Doha Institute for…
apnews.com (2025-01-20). Israel-Hamas ceasefire live updates: Israel releases 90 Palestinian prisonersIsrael freed 90 Palestinian prisoners and detainees early on Monday, hours after three Israeli hostages released from Hamas captivity in Gaza returned to Israel. The long-awaited ceasefire in the Gaza Strip took effect Sunday.
(2025-01-20). Bitter Harvests: The Gaza Ceasefire. counterpunch.org 
Twinning the terms "ceasefire" and "Gaza" seems not only incongruous but an obscene joke. This is largely because the ceasefire announced on January 15 between Israel and Hamas could have been reached so much earlier by all the concerned parties. But will was lacking in Washington to force Israel's hand, and Israeli Prime Minister Benjamin Netanyahu was
(2025-01-20). Netanyahu's Likud Party Says Ceasefire Deal Allows A 'Return To Fighting'. popularresistance.org Israeli Prime Minister Benjamin Netanyahu's Likud party said in a statement on Thursday that the Gaza ceasefire deal will allow "Israel to return to fighting under American guarantee." | The statement was a response to National Security Minister Itamar Ben Gvir, leader of the Jewish Power party, who has threatened to quit the coalition government if the ceasefire deal is approved. | The three-phase ceasefire deal does not commit Israel to a permanent truce, and the statement from Likud signals the US has assured Israel it could resume its genocidal war after the first phase, which involves a 42-day ceasefire and…
(2025-01-20). The Ceasefire of the Arsonists. Manlio Dinucci. globalresearch.ca In the tragic play of the 'ceasefire between Israel and Hamas,' every actor plays his part: | President Biden, who supported and armed Israel in the demolition of Palestine, assumes the role of peace mediator; | Prime Minister Netanyahu, who carried out …
(2025-01-20). A Ceasefire Won't Stop Israel's Genocidal Agenda. globalresearch.ca Steven Witkoff, Donald Trump's incoming Middle East envoy, reportedly didn't bother with pleasantries when he informed the Israelis that he would be arriving to meet with Prime Minister Benjamin Netanyahu last Saturday. When told his visit coincided with Shabbat, meaning …
(2025-01-20). 120 Human Rights Groups Accuse US Of Shielding Israeli War Criminals. popularresistance.org A coalition of 120 international human rights organizations and activists has accused the United States of shielding Israeli war criminals by obstructing the enforcement of International Criminal Court (ICC) arrest warrants. This condemnation follows the U.S. vote to impose sanctions on the ICC, undermining its ability to pursue justice against Israeli occupation leaders accused of war crimes. | The U.S. House of Representatives recently passed the "Anti-ICC Law," a controversial bill that, if ratified, would penalize any foreign entity investigating or prosecuting U.S. citizens or citizens of allied states, incl…
(2025-01-20). 120 Human Rights Groups Accuse US Of Shielding Israeli War Criminals. popularresistance.org
(2025-01-20). Israeli hostages, Palestinian detainees freed on first Gaza truce exchange. newarab.com 
Israel released 90 Palestinian prisoners on Monday after Hamas handed over three Israeli captives, completing the first exchange under a The three captives released Sunday, all women, were reunited with their families and taken to hospital in central Israel where a doctor said they were in stable condition. | Hours later in the Israeli-occupied West Bank, Pales…
(2025-01-20). Gaza's Civil Defence praised for 'tireless work' through war. newarab.com 
As Palestinian Since the start of Israel's war in October 2023, the workers have been rescuing Palestinians on the ground while retrieving Often using their bare hands due to a lack of tools to remove the wreckage, they would spend hours finding and helping people attacked by…
(2025-01-20). Gaza is right to celebrate victory against Israeli genocide. newarab.com 
As I listened to the announcement of the
(2025-01-20). Israeli forces fire bullets, tear gas at Palestinians awaiting prisoner release outside Ofer. presstv.ir The Israeli regime's forces attack the Palestinian prisoners' families waiting for their loved ones.
(2025-01-20). States must face up to illegal Israeli occupation of Palestine. newarab.com 
Six months ago today, on 19 July 2024, the UN International Court of Justice in the Hague (ICJ) issued one of the most significant judicial decisions ever rendered in international law. What Palestinian human rights NGO Althou…
(2025-01-20). British Airways to renew daily flights to Israel from April, as airlines begin their return. haaretz.com The British airline is the latest to announce its return to Ben-Gurion airport, starting with daily flights in April. Last week, the Lufthansa group announced it will resume operations in February, and EasyJet will resume flights in June…
(2025-01-20). NYU Imposes One-Year Suspensions On 11 Students. popularresistance.org On Dec. 11, over a dozen NYU students and faculty dropped flyers and hung banners throughout the Bobst Library while 13 people sat in on the administrative floor of thelibrary. The actionists were demanding a meeting with administrators, who had, in the spring during the Gaza solidarity encampment movement at NYU, promised students to disclose the university's endowment, including all its investments in weapons manufacturers and ties to Israel and companies that profit off its occupation of Palestine. | The direct action was organized by student group Shut It Down NYU…
(2025-01-20). Iran president congratulates Gazans on victory, praises 'strong resistance' against Israel. presstv.ir President Pezeshkian congratulates the people of the Gaza Strip for their victory in the face of the Israeli regime's 15-month-long war of genocide.
(2025-01-20). Protesters gather in Jordan in solidarity with Palestinians. presstv.ir Pro-Palestinian protesters gathered in the Jordanian capital, Amman, on Friday, condemning Israel's genocide in Gaza and expressing solidarity with the Palestinian people.
(2025-01-20). More footage exposes Met's false claim anti-genocide marchers 'forced' through police line. skwawkbox.org 
Police officers smiling as marchers allowed through peacefully — but anti-genocide Jewish bloc barred as Cooper claims police protecting Jews On Saturday, the Met Police arrested around seventy peace marchers, some of them violently, claiming that they had 'forced' their way to Trafalgar Square, supposedly in an area the force, to appease pro-Israel groups, had …
(2025-01-20). Netanyahu is lying to Trump and preparing to sabotage the Gaza cease-fire deal. haaretz.com President Trump and his envoy refused to let Netanyahu's games and excuses delay the signing of a cease-fire deal that would free the hostages and end the Gaza war. But Netanyahu is still scheming to sink the deal — and with it, the hostages and Trump's wider Middle East agenda…
(2025-01-20). Smotrich bet it all on blocking a deal. He still hopes Netanyahu will come through. haaretz.com Since day one, the far-right has insisted only military pressure would bring back the hostages, blocking any alternative to Hamas. Even Trump, whose sole aim is to oppose Biden, recognized that a deal was the only way…
(2025-01-20). Trump, not Netanyahu, will decide whether to restart the war and who will govern Gaza. haaretz.com The hostage deal marks a step toward restoring solidarity between Israel and its citizens and a possible path out of the war. While Netanyahu's government works to confuse the public and Hamas shows off its strength, the future depends on Trump…
(2025-01-20). Israel's Netanyahu government on edge over Ben-Gvir's Gaza exit. newarab.com 
Israeli Prime Minister The three open posts,
(2025-01-20). Expelling UNRWA punishes Palestinians. But it's also dangerous for Israel — and the hostages. haaretz.com Flooding Gaza with humanitarian aid is crucial to the success of the cease-fire and hostage deal. But Israel is about to effectively force the collapse of UNRWA operations in Gaza, while shuttering its essential services in East Jerusalem — which could trigger even more violence…
(2025-01-20). Israeli Soldiers Kill a Palestinian Child Near Nablus. imemc.org 
| Israeli forces shot and killed a Palestinian child, on Sunday, after storming the town of Sebastia, northwest of Nablus in the northern occupied West Bank. | Media sources said that the child, Ahmad Rashid Rushdi Jazar, 14, was killed on Sunday evening, after occupation forces shot him with live ammunition in the town of Sebastia.
(2025-01-20). Retired IDF General Avivi: Israel Considering 'Dead Zone' on Lebanese Border To Contain Hezbollah. themedialine.org 
(2025-01-20). France Vows To Secure Release of 2 French-Israeli Hostages. themedialine.org 
(2025-01-20). Attacks, arrests, threats, censorship: The high risks of reporting the Israel-Gaza war. Mohamed Mandour
(2025-01-20). France Vows To Secure Release of Two French-Israeli Hostages. themedialine.org
(2025-01-20). Despite our universities and hospitals lying in ruins, my generation will rebuild Gaza. mondoweiss.net 
I always wanted to become is doctor, and my dream was coming true at Al-Azhar University. But Israel left our campus in ruins and has destroyed a generation. Those of us who survive vow to carry the legacy of those martyred forward, and rebuild Gaza.
(2025-01-20). Palestinian Prisoners Speak Out on Repression and Torture in Israeli Prisons. palestinechronicle.com
(2025-01-20). Another set of Israeli lies collapses: Prosecutor admits no evidence of rape in October 7 attack. wsws.org Israel's entire narrative surrounding the events of October 7 has been shown to be a pack of lies.
(2025-01-20). Young Palestinian prisoner dies in Israeli jail due to deliberate medical negligence. presstv.ir A young Palestinian prisoner has died due to deliberate medical negligence.
(2025-01-20). Israeli soldier killed, 4 others wounded in West Bank explosion. presstv.ir An Israeli reservist soldier has been killed and four others wounded when their vehicle struck a roadside bomb during a raid in the occupied West Bank.
(2025-01-20). Aerial photos show scale of Israeli destruction in Gaza. aljazeera.com Many are returning to their homes, but more than a year of Israeli bombardment has left most houses in ruins.
(2025-01-20). Tears, hugs greet 90 Palestinian women, children freed from Israeli prisons. aljazeera.com Jubilant crowds of relatives, friends and well wishers gathered to celebrate the release of 90 Palestinian prisoners.
(2025-01-20). Thousands attend funeral of IDF soldier Oron Shaul, whose body was recovered from Gaza after 10 years. haaretz.com Shaul was one of four Israelis being held by Hamas in Gaza before October 7 and the other three – Hadar Goldin, Avera Mengistu and Hisham al-Sayed – are on the list of hostages to return in the cease-fire and hostage-release deal signed between Israel and Hamas…
(2025-01-20). Elon Musk appears to make fascist salute at Trump inauguration rally. haaretz.com Elon Musk, who raised his right arm in a salute while speaking at the official rally following President Trump's inauguration, has previously attacked George Soros and doubled down on his endorsement of European far-right parties…
(2025-01-20). Israeli reservist killed in West Bank blast, IDF announces. haaretz.com Eviatar Ben Yehuda, 31, from Nitzan in southern Israel, was killed when a roadside bomb struck his vehicle in a military operation in the West Bank. Two other soldiers were wounded in the incident…
(2025-01-20). Israel Police issues new rules allowing cops to blindfold suspects in 'extreme cases'. haaretz.com The rule was issued after several cases of detainees, all Arab Israelis, being documented with their eyes covered without justification, which were boasted by outgoing far-right National Security Minister Itamar Ben-Gvir on social media…
(2025-01-20). Two Israelis severely wounded in West Bank; accidental police shooting suspected. haaretz.com The incident took place while settlers reportedly set ablaze buildings and vehicles in a nearby Palestinian village…
(2025-01-20). Netherlands restricts F-35 parts to Israel, but buys Israeli weapons systems. haaretz.com The Netherlands has signed a huge contract with Israeli arms maker Elbit, despite a Dutch court decision barring F-35 parts to Israel over the Gaza War. The deal was closed despite strong criticism by the Dutch parliament…
(2025-01-20). Ze'ev Revach, 1940-2025: The actor who put a vulgar mirror in front of Israelis. haaretz.com Actor and director Ze'ev Revach was the people's court jester and a performer in every fiber of his being. His death is a call for us Israelis to formulate a new Israeli folksiness…
(2025-01-20). Hamas 'gift bags' to women hostages spark outrage, praise across Israeli-Palestinian divide. haaretz.com The three Israeli hostages who returned on Sunday were given bags containing photos from their time in captivity, a map of the Gaza Strip, and a 'certificate of appreciation' they were made to pose with before leaving Gaza, Hebrew and Palestinian media reported…
(2025-01-20). Jakarta unaware of Trump envoy's reported plan to relocate Gazans to Indonesia. haaretz.com The idea of 'voluntary migration' — a plan promoted by far-right Israeli ministers eyeing the Jewish resettlement of Gaza — was highly controversial under Biden's administration, with most Palestinians rejecting the idea of relocating, even temporarily…
(2025-01-20). Israel's most powerful warriors: Three mothers who fought nonstop for 471 days. haaretz.com For 471 days, I have thought about all kinds of motherhood. But on Sunday night, as three mothers were made whole again, I thought of only one: motherhood as redemption…
(2025-01-20). IDF releases new footage of three female hostages reuniting with their families. haaretz.com GAZA HOSTAGE DEAL: 90 Palestinian prisoners released from Israeli custody after hours of delay; Hamas releases three Israeli hostages ‚ñ ISRAEL: Smotrich blasts IDF chief, says Israel 'cannot win in Gaza with him' ‚ñ GAZA: UN senior official says more than 630 humanitarian aid trucks entered Strip, headed mainly to northern Gaza…
(2025-01-20). Freed Israeli hostage Emily Damari: 'Back to my life, I'm the happiest person in the world'. haaretz.com The morning after her release, Damari thanked those who fought for her return. Romi Gonen's mother also wrote on social media: 'There are still 94 loved ones who need to experience such a reality'…
(2025-01-20). Israeli reservist killed in explosion in West Bank, IDF announces. haaretz.com GAZA HOSTAGE DEAL: 90 Palestinian prisoners released from Israeli custody after hours of delay; Hamas releases three Israeli hostages ‚ñ ISRAEL: Smotrich blasts IDF chief, says Israel 'cannot win in Gaza with him' ‚ñ GAZA: UN senior official says more than 630 humanitarian aid trucks entered Strip, headed mainly to northern Gaza…
(2025-01-20). Freed Israeli hostage Emily Damari: 'I'm back to my life, happiest person in the world'. haaretz.com GAZA HOSTAGE DEAL: 90 Palestinian prisoners released from Israeli custody after hours of delay; Hamas releases three Israeli hostages ‚ñ ISRAEL: Far-right Otzma Yehudit party resigns over deal with Hamas ‚ñ GAZA: Cease-fire to allow north Gaza residents to return, but passage via Netzarim route remains dangerous; 600 aid trucks to enter Strip daily…
(2025-01-20). Three Israeli hostages reunite with families; 90 Palestinian prisoners freed. haaretz.com GAZA HOSTAGE DEAL: 90 Palestinian prisoners released from Israeli custody after hours of delay; Hamas releases three Israeli hostages ‚ñ ISRAEL: Far-right Otzma Yehudit party resigns over deal with Hamas ‚ñ GAZA: Cease-fire to allow north Gaza residents to return, but passage via Netzarim route remains dangerous; 600 aid trucks to enter Strip daily…
(2025-01-20). What is the future of Hamas in post-war Gaza. newarab.com 
Ramallah – Following 470 days of Israel's brutal war on Gaza, a The first of a three-phase deal announced in Doha and mediated by Qatar, Egypt, and the US will last 42 days and includes the release of
(2025-01-20). 193 journalists killed by Israeli forces in Gaza since Oct 2023. newarab.com 
(2025-01-20). Release of Khalida Jarrar shows conditions of Israeli prisons. newarab.com 
(2025-01-20). Released Palestinian women, children describe abuses by Israel. newarab.com 
After a long wait at the point closest to Ofer Prison, west of Ramallah, families of released The exchange occurred once
(2025-01-20). What was in the Hamas 'gift bags' given to freed Israeli women. newarab.com 
(2025-01-20). Who are the jailed Palestinians being released by Israel. newarab.com 
As the This number includes 1,167 people taken by the Israeli army in Gaza and transferred to Israel, and 737 others who come from Gaza, the occupied West Bank and East Jerus…
(2025-01-20). Gaza: Rescue workers search for missing as truce enters 2nd day. newarab.com 
Palestinians began searching on Monday for thousands of Gazans believed still buried The truce in the 15-month-old conflict, which has laid waste to the Gaza Strip and inflamed the Middle East, took effect on Sunday with the release of the first three hostages held by Hamas and 90 Palestinians freed from Israeli jails. | Rescue workers said…
(2025-01-20). Tens of thousands defy police on Palestine march in London. indybay.org Activists broke through police lines after the police tried to stop them from marching. A sense of defiance captured the 23rd national Palestine demonstration—we need more of that militancy and mass numbers to win. It's vital to keep fighting for the British state to cut all ties with Israel and stop all arms sales—and for a free Palestine from the river to the sea.
(2025-01-20). Egyptian President calls on the world to rebuild Gaza. plenglish.com Cairo, Jan 20 (Prensa Latina) Egyptian President Abdel Fattah El-Sisi today called on the world to launch a campaign to rebuild the Gaza Strip, devastated after 15 months of Israeli attacks.
(2025-01-20). The Russian-Iranian Partnership Might be a Game-Changer, But Only for Gas, Not Geopolitics. globalresearch.ca The future of their strategic partnership is bright, but in order to fully appreciate its prospects, observers must acknowledge its non-military nature instead of continuing to fantasize about a joint war against Israel and/or the US like some are doing….
(2025-01-20). Warhawk Senator Marco Rubio Confirmed As Secretary Of State. popularresistance.org Yesterday, amid the momentous news of a ceasefire agreement finally being reached in Gaza, right-wing Senator Marco Rubio was confirmed as Trump's Secretary of State by the United States Senate. To some, Rubio's confirmation, given his reputation as a warhawk known for promoting an aggressive approach against countries that do not tip-toe around the US line on foreign policy, contradicts Trump's campaign promise of "preventing World War III." Rubio's role as Secretary of State signals that Trump may immediately relist Cuba as a State Sponsor of Terrorism. This week, in his final days as President, Biden removed C…
(2025-01-20). Report: Trump Envoy Witkoff May Visit Gaza To Ensure Ceasefire Deal Sticks. scheerpost.com 
(2025-01-20). A Ceasefire Is Not an End. Craig Murray. globalresearch.ca The Genocide of the Palestinian people began 76 years ago. What may be drawing to a close is merely a particularly intense phase in the Genocide. | Gaza is destroyed. 92% of its housing has gone. Its water treatment and sanitation, …
(2025-01-20). UK protesters speak on Gaza genocide, ceasefire and the Labour government. wsws.org The police crackdown on Saturday's national Gaza demonstration in London underscored the need for a political perspective which can animate a mass movement against British imperialism at home and abroad.
(2025-01-20). Video: US President-elect Trump hails Gaza ceasefire deal. aljazeera.com Ahead of his second inauguration US President-elect Donald Trump spoke of achieving peace in the Middle East.
(2025-01-20). Iraq's Kata'ib Hezbollah: Zionist regime sustained irreparable defeat. presstv.ir Kata'ib Hezbollah has described the Gaza ceasefire deal and release of Palestinian prisoners as an "irreparable defeat" for the Zionist regime.
(2025-01-20). World Food Program calls for global aid to Gaza. plenglish.com Ramallah, Jan 20 (Prensa Latina) The World Food Program (WFP) announced on Monday the resumption of its aid shipments to Gaza following the ceasefire deal while calling for more global cooperation to address the crisis there.
(2025-01-20). 97 bodies recovered in Rafah as search for 10,000 missing continues in Gaza. presstv.ir Medical sources say during the first day after the Gaza ceasefire more than 97 bodies were recovered in Rafah.
(2025-01-20). Yemen says monitoring Netanyahu's 'crushing defeat', pledges support for Gaza. presstv.ir Ansarullah pledges support for Palestine after the implementation of the Gaza ceasefire deal.
(2025-01-20). 'I did not sleep': Palestinians react to Gaza ceasefire. newarab.com 
After a ceasefire came into effect on Sunday morning in Gaza, thousands of Palestinians are returning to their homes.
(2025-01-20). UN races to feed one million Gazans after truce. newarab.com 
The UN's World Food Programme said Sunday it was moving full throttle to get food to as many Gazans as possible after border crossings reopened as part of a long-awaited ceasefire deal. | "We're trying to reach a million people within the shortest possible time," the WFP's Deputy Executive Director Carl Skau told AFP, as the Rome-based UN agency's trucks began rolling into the strip. | "We're moving in with wheat flour, ready to eat meals, and we will be working all fronts trying to restock the bakeries," Skau said, adding the agency would attempt to provide nutritional supplements to the most malnourished.
(2025-01-20). NYU Imposes One-Year Suspensions On 11 Students. popularresistance.org
(2025-01-20). American Historical Association leadership vetoes members' resolution condemning genocide in Gaza. wsws.org The AHA vetoed the resolution despite mass support from the membership for the resolution.
(2025-01-20). Genocide in Pictures: Worth a Trillion Words. transcend.org Parental Guidance Advised: Pornographic Violence | GAZA GENOCIDE 20 Jan 2025…
(2025-01-20). Unknown heroes: Memories of a Gaza first responder. mondoweiss.net 
No matter how much I try to find the right words to describe what we are seeing and going through, it's never adequate. But I want to share what we are facing, even if just to feel, in the slightest way, that someone is listening to us.
(2025-01-20). London's Met Police Arrest Organiser Of National Gaza Rally. popularresistance.org The London Metropolitan Police arrested one of the organisers of the pro-Palestine rally on Saturday in central London after imposing restrictions banning protesters from marching towards the headquarters of the BBC. Organisers denied claims made by the Met that protesters had forced their way through a police cordon to march towards the BBC after ending their protest in Whitehall. | The police said 77 arrests were made during Saturday's protest, which organisers estimated drew 100,000 people. | Among those arrested was Chris Nineham, the vice-chair of the Stop the War Coalition, who served as the chief steward f…
(2025-01-20). Gaza developments devastated Zionists, elevated Islam, resistance: Iran top general. presstv.ir Iran's highest-ranking military commander says the Gaza developments were the beginning of a disaster for the Zionists and the elevation of Islam.
(2025-01-20). From Ground Zero: Stories from Gaza: An Appreciation. counterpunch.org 
(2025-01-20). Izz al-Din al-Qassam Brigade Fighters and Child Recruits Emerge To Claim Leadership in Gaza. themedialine.org 
(2025-01-20). 90 Palestinians Released as Gaza Truce Offers Momentary Respite. themedialine.org 
(2025-01-20). Gaza cease-fire takes effect amid deadly delays and persistent uncertainty. nationofchange.org Cease-fire begins after a deadly delay, with hostage releases and humanitarian aid efforts underway.
(2025-01-20). Gazans start search for missing Palestinians on day two of truce. newarab.com 
The truce in the 15-month-old conflict, which has laid waste to the Gaza Strip and inflamed the Middle East, took effect on Sunday with the release of the first three…
(2025-01-20). Martin Luther King, Jr., Vietnam, and Gaza. transcend.org No doubt Satan will be laughing with delight as Donald Trump is sworn in as president on Martin Luther King Jr. Day. I still wonder: Are the dead nostalgic? I hope so.
(2025-01-20). New photo from Northern Gaza. indybay.org We are getting new photos from Northern Gaza. Not a single building has been left standing.
(2025-01-20). Hizbulah renueva permanente apoyo a Palestina y su resistencia. radiohc.cu Beirut, 20 ene (RHC) La Resistencia de Líbano (Hizbulah) renovó este lunes la afirmación de apoyar permanentemente al pueblo de Palestina y su resistencia en la lucha por la liberación y la dignidad frente a la ocupación.
(2025-01-20). London police charge nine after pro-Palestinian protest. newarab.com 
London police charged nine people with public order offences after dozens were arrested at a More than 70 people were arrested at Saturday's march after what London's Metropolitan Police called a "coordinated effort to breach" protest conditions, including the perimeter of the rally which was meant to be static. | Protest organisers have denied an "organised" breach of conditions and accused officers of heavy-handedness in their policing of the de…
(2025-01-20). Palestinian Authority reportedly arrests Al Jazeera journalist covering prisoner exchange. middleeasteye.net
(2025-01-19). Delay in Gaza ceasefire as Israel kills 19 fails to daunt people celebrating. asiapacificreport.nz 
Asia Pacific Report An almost three-hour delay for the start of the temporary ceasefire — due to "technical difficulties", said the resistance movement Hamas — hardly daunted thousands of euphoric Palestinians who took to the streets of Gaza on Sunday to celebrate and try to move back to bombed-out homes in spite of the dangers.
english.almanar.com.lb (2025-01-19). Ceasefire in Gaza Takes Effect, Ending 471 Days of Israeli Genocide and Devastation – Al-Manar TV Lebanon
The ceasefire agreement in the Gaza Strip officially came into effect on Sunday morning, marking the end of 471 days of relentless military aggression by Israeli occupation forces on the besieged enclave. Airstrikes on Gaza continued until Zionist Prime Minister Netanyahu's office confirmed that the ceasefire would commence at 11:15 AM local time (9:15 GMT).
(2025-01-19). John Minto: A triumph of the human spirit. asiapacificreport.nz 
LETTER: By John Minto With the temporary ceasefire agreement, we should take our hats off to the Palestinian people of Gaza who have withstood a total military onslaught from Israel but without surrendering or shifting from their land. Over 15 months Israel has dropped well over 70,000 tonnes of bombs on this tiny 360 sq…
stabroeknews.com (2025-01-19). The end of the genocide in Gaza?
Throughout the 15-month genocide on Gaza by Israel, President Joe Biden, adamantly refused to apply any pressure on Israel, while Netanyahu repeatedly humiliated Biden by violating red line after red line set by him and in his ludicrous defence, leaked stories to the press about how angry he was with Netanyahu as Netanyahu thumbed his nose at him, again and again. Biden dutifully sated his Zionist cravings by sending more and more arms, including 2,000-pound bombs to be dropped on civilians, in complicity with the carnage.
(2025-01-19). Keeping Eye on Israel, Yemen Ponders Next Moves on Gaza. tn.ai TEHRAN (Tasnim) — Foreign Minister of the National Salvation Government of Yemen Jamal Ahmed Amer said his country's future measures in support of Palestine will depend on the Israeli regime's commitment to a ceasefire agreement in Gaza.
(2025-01-19). Israel Suffered A Huge Defeat: IRGC Quds Force Chief. tn.ai TEHRAN (Tasnim) — Pointing to the Israeli regime's humiliating acceptance of a ceasefire agreement with Hamas, Commander of the Islamic Revolution Guards Corps Quds Force Brigadier General Esmaeil Qaani said the Zionists have sustained a big defeat.
(2025-01-19). Gaza ceasefire and release of hostages welcomed: Justice is the only way for a lasting peace. fidh.org The International Federation for Human Rights (FIDH) welcomes the announcement of a ceasefire in Gaza and the release of hostages, which it has been urging for the past 15 months. The ceasefire is a first step. On its own it cannot provide justice for the victims. It cannot produce a lasting peace. The ceasefire is a temporary strategic solution. What needs to come now is a real political and human rights based solution for the end of the Gaza blockade, the end of Israel's settler-colonial (…) | – |
newarab.com (2025-01-19). Israel drops leaflets on Gaza mocking suffering of Palestinians
The leaflets depicted a drawing of a Palestinian family sat on the rubble of their home, with some reading "Is victory at hand or not yet?" and "A new victory for the resistance."
(2025-01-19). Israeli Government Approves Hostage/Ceasefire Deal, To Take Effect Sunday. scheerpost.com
(2025-01-19). Video | Ceasefire in Gaza Takes Effect, Ending 471 Days of Israeli Genocide and Devastation. english.almanar.com.lb The ceasefire agreement in the Gaza Strip officially came into effect on Sunday morning, marking the end of 471 days of relentless military aggression by Israeli occupation forces on the besieged enclave. Initially scheduled to start at 8: 30 AM, the ceasefire was delayed after the Israeli occupation army insisted that Hamas fulfill its commitments, including …
(2025-01-19). Senior IRGC Commanders: Gaza Ceasefire Agreement Marks 'Greatest Defeat' for Israeli Enemy. english.almanar.com.lb Since the onset of Operation Al-Aqsa Flood, the Islamic Republic of Iran has emerged as a steadfast pillar of support for the Palestinian cause, playing a crucial role in Gaza's victory that forced the Israeli enemy to cease its aggression. Massive public demonstrations across Iranian cities, along with unwavering military and diplomatic efforts, have showcased …
(2025-01-19). Al-Qassam Brigades Abu Obaida: Gaza Ceasefire Marks a Turning Point in Resistance Against Occupation. english.almanar.com.lb In a recorded message on Sunday, Abu Obeida, the spokesperson for the Al-Qassam Brigades, the military wing of Hamas, addressed the public following the implementation of the ceasefire in Gaza. During his speech, Abu Obeida discussed the ceasefire agreement and the course of the battle that Palestinian resistance forces fought against the Israeli occupation over …
(2025-01-19). Timeline: The path to the Israel-Hamas ceasefire deal in Gaza. aljazeera.com The ceasefire deal began on Sunday, January 19. Here's a look at the long road to a deal that could end the Gaza war.
(2025-01-19). Factbox: Israeli regime's despicable record of breaching ceasefire agreements. presstv.ir A truce agreement took effect on Sunday, bringing to an end 15 months of genocidal war on Gaza, but serious doubts remain about the commitment of Israel to uphold it.
(2025-01-19). Israel-Hamas ceasefire takes effect in Gaza. aljazeera.com The long-awaited ceasefire comes into effect, pausing a devastating 15-month war in the Palestinian enclave.
jewishjournal.com (2025-01-19). Wikipedia's Supreme Court On the Verge of Topic Banning 8 Editors from Israel-Palestine AreaComment: Hasn't Wikipedia has always been a stooge of the neocons and zionists?
ADL CEO Jonathan Greenblatt said in a statement, "We're pleased that the Wikipedia arbitration board has taken disciplinary action against some editors who, in our view, have spread malicious, false and biased information about Zionism and Israel across the platform …
(2025-01-19). Israel delays Gaza ceasefire due to captive names not provided. aljazeera.com Israeli PM says the ceasefire in Gaza will not begin until Hamas releases the names of the first phase captives.
(2025-01-19). Hamas names 3 Israeli captives to be freed under Gaza ceasefire deal. presstv.ir The Palestinian resistance group Hamas has released the names of three female Israeli captives set to be released under a prisoner swap agreement as part of the Gaza ceasefire deal.
(2025-01-19). Hamas says committed to Gaza ceasefire deal with Israel. presstv.ir Hamas says it will fully commit to implementing the terms of the agreement which will see the release of hundreds of Palestinian prisoners.
(2025-01-19). Israeli minister Ben-Gvir quits Netanyahu's coalition over Gaza ceasefire. presstv.ir Israeli minister Itamar Ben-Gvir and and his party have resigned from prime minister Benjamin Netanyahu's coalition over the Gaza ceasefire agreement.
(2025-01-19). Palestinians in Gaza celebrate Israel-Hamas ceasefire. aljazeera.com Ceasefire announced more than two hours later than scheduled due to Israel-Hamas dispute over naming captives.
(2025-01-19). Netanyahu says Gaza ceasefire won't start until Hamas gives captives' list. aljazeera.com Israeli PM orders army not to begin truce until names are released. Hamas says delay due to 'technical field reasons'.
(2025-01-19). Gaza ceasefire agreement 'biggest defeat' for Israel: Gen. Qa'ani. presstv.ir The commander of the Quds Force of the Islamic Revolution Guards Corps (IRGC) has lauded the ceasefire agreement between the Palestinian resistance movement Hamas and Israel as the biggest defeat for the occupying regime.
(2025-01-19). Hamas awaits release of 90 prisoners as it hands over 3 Israeli captives. presstv.ir All the 90 prisoners have been abducted from the occupied cities of West Bank and al-Quds.
(2025-01-19). Qassam Brigades: Al-Aqsa Strom final nail in Israeli regime's coffin. presstv.ir Hamas has extended its gratitude towards Iran and members of the regional Resistance Front, saying Operation al-Aqsa Strom hammered the final nail in the Israeli regime's coffin.
(2025-01-19). Gaza ceasefire takes effect after Israel launches deadly strikes on Gaza. presstv.ir The planned ceasefire agreement between the Palestinian Hamas resistance group and Israel has taken effect after deadly strikes by the usurping regime on the Gaza Strip.
(2025-01-19). Israeli minister threatens to 'bring down' Netanyahu's coalition over Gaza ceasefire. presstv.ir Bezalel Smotrich says he will 'bring down' Netanyahu's ruling coalition if it doesn't occupy the besieged Gaza Strip.
(2025-01-19). Gaza ceasefire agreement begins. presstv.ir An overwhelming majority of the global population are of the view that the Palestinians are the true winners of this illegal genocidal war, with the Israelis irrefutably defeated.
(2025-01-19). Timeline: Key events that shaped 470 days of Israeli genocidal war on Gaza. presstv.ir After 470 days of genocide in Gaza, a ceasefire between Israel and Hamas came into effect on Sunday. We look at the timeline of important events that shaped this war.
en.abna24.com (2025-01-19). Zionist regime to release over 1,890 Palestinians in first phase of Gaza truce: Egypt
en.abna24.com/story/1523997Egypt says Israel will release more than 1,890 Palestinian prisoners in exchange for 33 Israeli captives during the first phase of the Gaza ceasefire deal.
dawn.com (2025-01-19). Gaza's defiance spurs hope
FINALLY, a ceasefire in Gaza is in place as of 0800 local time this morning as a result of a peace deal that, Qatari interlocutors say, is the same as the first one agreed to by Hamas last May and from which Israel walked away. | | The only major difference between May last year and January this year is Donald Trump.
english.palinfo.com (2025-01-19). Moments before the ceasefire, the genocide continues and the pain of loss is greater
Conflicting news reports emerged, and with them, the brutal Israeli strikes intensified on the homes and tents of the innocent. Israeli warplanes launched attacks that reminded Gazans of the days of fire and violent strikes at the beginning of the war.
(2025-01-19). Hamas says committed to Gaza ceasefire deal; awaits list of prisoners to be released by Israel. presstv.ir Hamas says it will fully commit to implementing the terms of the agreement which will see the release of hundreds of Palestinian prisoners.
(2025-01-19). 70+ arrested at London pro-Palestine rally on eve of Gaza truce. newarab.com 
Thousands of people gathered and over 70 were arrested at a pro-Palestine rally in central London Saturday, on the eve of the start of a The majority were detained on The ceasefire, which comes into effect Sunday morning, involves the release of Israeli hostages held by Hamas and Palestinian prisoners held…
(2025-01-19). Gaza ceasefire begins after Israeli delays, deadly strikes. newarab.com Gaza's A statement from Netanyahu's office, issued less than an hour before the truce was set to start at 8: 30 am (0630 GMT), said he had "instructed the IDF (military) that the ceasefire… will not begin until Israel has received the list" of hostages to be freed. | Hamas, while "affirming its commitme…
(2025-01-19). Gaza ceasefire begins following delays over captive release list. newarab.com A ceasefire has gone into effect in Gaza following hours of delays after Hamas released the names of three female Israeli captives in the enclave which Israel said it had yet to receive. | Netanyahu's office had
(2025-01-19). Israel drops leaflets on Gaza mocking suffering of Palestinians. newarab.com 
The Israeli army on Saturday reportedly dropped leaflets on the Gaza Strip hours before a A long-overdue ceasefire is supposed to begin on Sunday 8: 30 am local time (630 GMT) after Hamas…
(2025-01-19). Israel kills 19 after ceasefire deadline, 36 wounded. newarab.com Israeli airstrikes killed at least 19 civilians in Gaza and wounded 36 more early on Sunday, shortly after a The truce later came into effect after an Israeli delay over a list of names of captives to be released by Hamas. | Gaza's Civil Defence Department said the civilians were killed in attacks across the One person was killed in Rafah, six in Khan Younis, nin…
(2025-01-19). Lebanon cabinet to be formed 'before 26 Jan ceasefire deadline'. newarab.com 
Efforts are ongoing to form a new cabinet in Lebanon before the deadline for Israeli troops to withdraw from the country's south later this month, local media reported Saturday. | "Work is underway to finalise the cabinet formation before 26 January," the end of the 60-day deadline given to Lebanon, Hezbollah and Israel to implement the terms of the ceasefire deal that ended the recent war, sources familiar with the matter Former head of the Inter…
(2025-01-19). Gaza Ceasefire Deal: Netanyahu's war cabinet vote today. ummid.com Qatar and the United States Wednesday January 15, 2025 confirmed Palestinian Resistance Groups led by Hamas and Israel have finalised the deal to end over 15-month long war in Gaza and other occupied Palestinian lands.
(2025-01-19). Gaza Ceasefire Deal: 95 Palestinians to be freed for 3 Israeli captives Sunday. ummid.com As many as 95 Palestinians will be freed for three Israeli captives in the first lot as part of the prisoners' exchange agreed upon by Israel and Hamas under the Gaza Ceasefire Deal that comes into force Sunday January 19, 2025.
(2025-01-19). What's behind Israel's approval of Hamas ceasefire deal? independent.co.ug 
JERUSALEM, ISRAEL | Xinhua | The Israeli government on Saturday approved a ceasefire agreement aimed at the release of hostages held in the Gaza Strip, following a lengthy cabinet meeting, the Prime Minister's Office said. Israel's decision to move forward with the ceasefire deal with Hamas, mediated by Qatar, Egypt and the United States, 469 …
(2025-01-19). #SwindonsSundaySermon: a ceasefire in theory, a loss for Israel in practice. thecanary.co Hamas has claimed victory in their armed conflict with the genocidal state of Israel, following the announcement of the long-overdue ceasefire agreement. The ceasefire, as impossible as it seems, may well bring an end to the killing, but it will not bring an end to the conflict. Hamas won because they didn't lose Hamas arguably […] | By
(2025-01-19). Foreign delegations in Egypt to monitor Gaza truce. plenglish.com Cairo, Jan 19 (Prensa Latina) Palestinian, Israeli, Qatari, and American delegations arrived in Egypt as part of the mechanism designated to monitor the implementation of the ceasefire in Gaza, Extra News reported.
(2025-01-19). After a Deadly 3-Hour Delay, Gaza Ceasefire Finally Takes Effect. truthout.org Israeli forces killed at least 19 Palestinians across the Gaza Strip on Sunday morning during a three-hour delay in implementing a cease-fire and hostage-release deal that Israel's Cabinet finally approved the previous day. After over 15 months of a U.S.-backed military assault for which Israel faces a genocide case at the International Court of Justice, Israel Defense Forces (IDF) strikes on… |
(2025-01-19). Ben-Gvir, 2 other extremist ministers quit for show over 'ceasefire' — but 'won't topple Netanyahu'. skwawkbox.org 
Far-right 'Jewish Power' figures make show of quitting but will leave wanted war-criminal in place Itamar Ben-Gvir and two other members of the racist 'Jewish Power' party have resigned from Benjamin Netanyahu's coalition government over the agreement of a 'ceasefire' in Israel's genocide in Gaza — but it appears to be primarily theatre. Ben-Gvir, who …
(2025-01-19). Video: Israel breaks 'ceasefire' deal, bombing, shooting and killing civilians. skwawkbox.org 
Netanyahu demands captive list at last second while foreign minister Saar signals continued attacks during 'ceasefire' Israel continued bombing and killing Palestinian civilians in Gaza this morning, within moments of the supposed start of the ceasefire supposed to come into force at 6.30am GMT today. Israeli PM Benjamin Netanyahu 'delayed' the start of the ceasefire, …
(2025-01-19). A Ceasefire Won't Stop Israel's Genocidal Agenda. globalresearch.ca Steven Witkoff, Donald Trump's incoming Middle East envoy, reportedly didn't bother with pleasantries when he informed the Israelis that he would be arriving to meet with Prime Minister Benjamin Netanyahu last Saturday. When told his visit coincided with Shabbat, meaning …
(2025-01-19). Rights group files war crimes case in Spain against Israeli soldier. presstv.ir The pro-Palestine advocacy organization Hind Rajab Foundation (HRF) has filed a legal complaint in Barcelona, Spain, against an Israeli soldier.
(2025-01-19). HRW World Report highlights Israeli atrocities in Gaza, W. Bank. newarab.com 
This includes being part of a trend of fraying international norms, double standards by liberal democracies on human rights, and a conflict underscoring the importance of institutions…
(2025-01-19). Protesters gather in Jordan in solidarity with Palestinians. presstv.ir Pro-Palestinian protesters gathered in the Jordanian capital, Amman, on Friday, condemning Israel's genocide in Gaza and expressing solidarity with the Palestinian people.
(2025-01-19). Israel failed to reach 'malicious goals' in Gaza despite genocide: Iran FM. presstv.ir Iran's Foreign Minister Abbas Araghchi says Israel failed to achieve its 'malicious' objectives in the Gaza Strip despite waging a genocide against Palestinians over the past 15 months.
(2025-01-19). Netanyahu says Israel has a right to keep fighting in Gaza. aljazeera.com Israel's Prime Minister Benjamin Netanyahu says Israel has a right to continue military operations in Gaza.
(2025-01-19). Netanyahu is counting on Hamas to help him derail the second phase of cease-fire talks. haaretz.com When the first hostages released share the horrors they likely experienced, the public's outcry to release the remaining captives will grow even louder. But if Trump forces Netanyahu to go on to the second phase, the PM's coalition likely won't survive…
(2025-01-19). Ben-Gvir and his far-right party resign from Netanyahu gov't over 'reckless' cease-fire deal. haaretz.com National Security Minister Ben-Gvir says his party has officially left the governing coalition. He previously said 'If the war against Hamas resumes with full force,' his party with return to the government…
(2025-01-19). After 471 days of war in Gaza, cease-fire between Israel and Hamas takes effect. haaretz.com GAZA HOSTAGE DEAL: Hamas submits to Israel list of three female hostages to be released on Sunday; Israeli Justice Ministry releases list of 735 Palestinian prisoners to be released ‚ñ ISRAEL: Far-right Otzma Yehudit party resigns over deal with Hamas ‚ñ GAZA: Cease-fire to allow north Gaza residents to return, but passage via Netzarim route remains dangerous; 600 aid trucks to enter Strip daily…
(2025-01-19). Netanyahu's war on Hamas backfires as Gaza resistance holds strong. asiapacificreport.nz An Al-Jazeera Arabic special report translated by The Palestine Chronicle staff details how Israel's military strategy in Gaza, aimed at dismantling Hamas and displacing Palestinian civilians, has failed after 470 days of conflict. ANALYSIS: By Abdulwahab al-Mursi On May 5, 2024, nearly seven months into Israel's ongoing genocidal war on Gaza, Israeli Prime Minister Benjamin…
(2025-01-19). Endgame: Ukraine. Can Donald Trump Pressure Russia to End the War? globalresearch.ca According to Scott Ritter, | Donald Trump sent his Special Envoy to the Middle East in November where he, in coordination with the Biden administration, entered into talks with the Israeli government. Basically, let it be known to Benjamin Netanyahu that …
(2025-01-19). Is Gaza-Israel Fighting "A False Flag"? They Let It Happen? Their Objective Is "to Wipe Gaza Off the Map"? globalresearch.ca "Anyone who wants to thwart the establishment of a Palestinian state has to support bolstering Hamas and transferring money to Hamas. This is part of our strategy". Benjamin Netanyahu…
(2025-01-19). Army Shoots Four Palestinian Children, Detain Citizens, Near Hebron. imemc.org 
| Israeli forces shot four Palestinian children and injured dozens of citizens after invading the town of Beit Ummar, north of Hebron in the southern occupied West Bank. The army invaded a number of towns in the governorate, detained many citizens, and abducted a woman.
(2025-01-19). Israeli Colonizers Injure Palestinians, Steal Sheep, in the Occupied West Bank. imemc.org 
| On Saturday, illegal Israeli colonizers injured three Palestinians in two separate incidents, and stole 53 heads of sheep from a citizen's land, in the occupied West Bank. | Illegal paramilitary colonizers injured two Palestinian young, on Saturday evening, near Tubas in the northwestern part of the occupied West Bank.
(2025-01-19). Israeli Forces Shoot a Palestinian Man in Al-Biereh. imemc.org 
| Israeli forces shot a Palestinian young man, on Saturday, in the city of Al-Biereh, and invaded several towns and villages in the central West Bank governorate of Ramallah and Al-Biereh. | Media sources said that occupation soldiers guarding the illegal "Psagot" colony, built on Palestinian lands in Al-Biereh, shot a young man in the leg with live ammunition after opening fire at him in the Jabal al-Tawil neighborhood; he was transported to the hospital for treatment.
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(2025-01-19). Attacks, arrests, threats, censorship: The high risks of reporting the Israel-Gaza war. Mohamed Mandour
(2025-01-19). Body of Fallen Israeli Soldier Held Since 2014 Retrieved in Covert Gaza Mission. themedialine.org 
(2025-01-19). Inside Zelensky's Plan for Ukraine to Become 'A Greater Israel'. globalresearch.ca With the U.S. proxy war in Ukraine now lost, a return to Volodymyr Zelensky's vision for Ukraine may explain what might come next. | Should the Russians end the war with possession only of the regions populated by Russians, as Colonel …
(2025-01-19). Glenn Greenwald Interviews Journalist Abubaker Abed On Israel's Destruction Of Gaza. scheerpost.com 
(2025-01-19). Israeli Channel 12: The transfer of kidnapped female prisoners to the Red Cross is underway. english.almanar.com.lb
(2025-01-19). IDF issues arrest warrants against ultra-Orthodox men evading military service. haaretz.com While the IDF said that it recently issued arrest warrants, it isn't clear whether it will actively enforce them. The warrants will likely apply pressure on ultra-Orthodox political parties to pass a military service exemption bill…
(2025-01-19). Opposition MK Eisenkot backs judicial coup policy on selection process of Supreme Court president. haaretz.com 'Not so bad': Eisenkot's support for the policy proposed by Justice Minister Levin, the architect of the Israeli government's judicial overhaul, is notable, as he is a leading figure in the liberal camp, which often opposes Levin's policies…
(2025-01-19). Right-wing mayor pushes back against a central Israel city's Reform community. haaretz.com For years, a Reform congregation near Tel Aviv has been fighting in court for a piece of land to build its synagogue. After the latest municipal elections, the city's Allocation Committee revoked their land allotment, despite court orders…
(2025-01-19). 'The work is not done': With cease-fire deal, Israel's hostage families experience fragile sense of hope. haaretz.com Hostage Square in Tel Aviv saw its biggest gathering in many months on Saturday night, as the participants anxiously awaited the cease-fire deal that finally went into effect hours later…
(2025-01-19). Israeli forces retrieve body of Oron Shaul from Gaza, soldier killed during 2014 war. haaretz.com Shaul's body was taken into a tunnel in Gaza's Shujaiyeh after an RPG hit his armored personnel carrier, killing seven soldiers. Special forces, including navy commandos, participated in the mission to retrieve his body…
(2025-01-19). Israel pledges to allow rebuilding of Gaza Strip as part of cease-fire deal. haaretz.com The cease-fire and hostage release agreement with Hamas is paving the way for significant humanitarian aid and the rebuilding of vital infrastructure in Gaza: Israel will let 600 trucks of food enter daily, and Egyptian construction companies will build roads, schools and hospitals…
(2025-01-19). Racing against the resumption of war: Why Qatar and Egypt want to start rebuilding Gaza now. haaretz.com Policies that Israel has opposed throughout the war are now going into effect, including the involvement of Hamas in guarding and distributing aid and the Palestinian Authority managing the Rafah border crossing. But the true 'bridesmaids' of the cease-fire deal are Egypt and Qatar…
(2025-01-19). 'We fully contribute to Israel, and we expect to get our boy back'. haaretz.com The family of hostage Matan Angrest last received a sign of life six months ago. Now they fear that the deal's next stages will be sabotaged: 'As of now, so far as we understand, they haven't yet talked about the next stage,' Matan's father says…
(2025-01-19). Crime in Arab Israeli society has made many kids orphans — and the state is failing them here too. haaretz.com The parents of hundreds of Arab children have been murdered over the past two years, leaving the kids suffering from anxiety, dysfunction, trauma and a high risk of falling into crime themselves. Nonprofit groups have been forced to fill the vacuum…
(2025-01-19). Trump Family Tree: 3 Relatives Picked For Govt So Far; Who'll Replace Ivanka? | USA | Inauguration. hindustantimes.com During his first term as President, Donald Trump had his daughter and son-in-law as two of his closest advisors. Ivanka and Jared Kushner didn't just work with Trump on American policies, but also acted as ambassadors of his administration all over the world. Jared Kushner even played a key role in finalising the Abraham Accords, which normalised relations between Israel and several Arab nations. But this time, Ivanka and Jared have largely been absent from the spotlight, whether it be during Trump's election campaign, or after his victory. Does this mean that in his second stint as President, Donald Trump will n…
(2025-01-19). Iran unveils new underground naval base amid US, Israel tension. newarab.com 
(2025-01-19). Ex CIA analyst pleads guilty to leaking info on Israeli attack. newarab.com 
A former Asif Rahman, 34, was He entered guilty pleas in federal court in Virginia to two counts of wilful retention and transmission of classifie…
(2025-01-19). Israel: 737 Palestinian prisoners to be freed after Gaza truce. newarab.com 
(2025-01-19). People rally at the Old Bailey in support of the Palestine Action Filton 18. thecanary.co 
Some of the Palestine Action activists from the so-called Filton 18 appeared at the Old Bailey on Friday 17 January over an action at a weapons factory that supplies genocidal Israel. Of course, they entered not guilty to the charges the state was brining against them — and they also received huge support from crowds […] | By
(2025-01-19). Egypt works to deliver more aid to Gaza. plenglish.com Cairo, Jan 19 (Prensa Latina) Egypt is finalizing today a plan to facilitate greater volumes of international humanitarian aid to the Gaza Strip after the entry into force of a cease-fire between Hamas and Israel.
(2025-01-19). Cuba recibe con esperanza el alto el fuego entre Israel y Hamás y aboga por una solución justa y duradera del conflicto. cubadebate.cu Cuba no puede estar indiferente ante el genocidio que se comete contra el pueblo palestino y espera que el alto al fuego que entró en vigor este domingo sea respetado y se cumpla con lo pactado en sus tres fases. A la vez, aboga por una solución justa y duradera del conflicto, que incluya la creación de un Estado palestino independiente.
(2025-01-19). Pide papa Francisco reconciliación y paz tras cese al fuego en Gaza. radiohc.cu Ciudad del Vaticano, 19 ene (RHC) El papa Francisco expresó hoy su deseo de que, tras entrar en vigor este domingo el cese al fuego en Gaza, se pueda alcanzar la reconciliación y la paz permanente en el conflicto entre Israel y Palestina.
(2025-01-19). Entra en vigor alto al fuego en la Franja de Gaza. radiohc.cu Ramallah, 19 ene (RHC) El acuerdo de alto al fuego en la Franja de Gaza entró en vigor hoy a las 11: 15 hora local entre Israel y Hamás, pese a las tensiones previas y el retraso de casi 3 horas en la implementación del acuerdo, ambas partes dieron por cumplidas las exigencias pactadas.
(2025-01-19). Arriban delegaciones extranjeras a Egipto para monitorear tregua en Gaza. radiohc.cu El Cairo, 19 ene (RHC) Delegaciones palestinas, israelíes, qataríes y estadounidenses arribaron a Egipto como parte del mecanismo designado para dar seguimiento a la implementación del alto el fuego en Gaza, reveló hoy la televisora Extra News.
(2025-01-19). Four words that bear significance to the happy news of a Gaza ceasefire. asiapacificreport.nz COMMENTARY: By Andrew Mitrovica I have wrestled with what to say in this urgent moment, long yearned for and that often appeared beyond reach during these last 15 hideous months. One of the questions that I grappled with was this: What could I possibly share with readers that would even remotely capture the meaning and…
(2025-01-19). Trump's "Rebel" Narrative Completely Collapses & The Secret Sabotage Deal Behind The Gaza Ceasefire. thelastamericanvagabond.com Welcome to The Daily Wrap Up, a concise show dedicated to bringing you the most relevant independent news, as we see it, from the last 24 hours (1/18/25). As always, take the information discussed in the video below and research it for yourself, and come to your own conclusions. Anyone telling you what the truth
(2025-01-19). Iran, PIJ Discuss Gaza Truce Deal. tn.ai TEHRAN (Tasnim) — The foreign minister of Iran and the secretary general of the Palestinian Islamic Jihad talked about the latest developments in Gaza and a ceasefire agreement between Hamas and the Zionist regime.
en.mehrnews.com (2025-01-19). Abu Obaida issues important message over ceasefire
Qassam Brigades spokesman Abu Obaida said that as part of the prisoner exchange agreement, the Resistance movement decided to release three Zionist prisoners. The historic ceasefire is considered a big defeat to the Zionist regime as it could not achieve any of its objectives during its bloody campaign against the Gaza Strip.
(2025-01-19). Ceasefire in Gaza officially goes into effect. aljazeera.com
(2025-01-19). Hamas releases names of 3 captives to be freed under Gaza ceasefire deal. aljazeera.com The move potentially clears way for truce – scheduled to start at 06: 30 GMT on Sunday – to begin after hours-long delay.
(2025-01-19). Video: Why was the start of the Gaza ceasefire delayed? aljazeera.com Palestinians in Gaza are celebrating as a ceasefire has come into effect, after being delayed for more than two hours.
(2025-01-19). First aid trucks enter Gaza as ceasefire begins. presstv.ir The first trucks carrying humanitarian aid enter into the Gaza Strip as the ceasefire begins.
(2025-01-19). Yemen to halt Red Sea operations if Gaza ceasefire implemented: Ansarullah. presstv.ir The Ansarullah resistance movement says it will stop its operations in the Red Sea in support of the Palestinian people if the Gaza ceasefire comes into effect on Sunday.
(2025-01-19). 'I did not sleep': Palestinians react to Gaza ceasefire. newarab.com After a ceasefire came into effect on Sunday morning in Gaza, thousands of Palestinians are returning to their homes.
(2025-01-19). Reaching Ceasefire in Gaza: A Tale of Trump's Illusion and Biden's Failure. globalresearch.ca President Joe Biden, flanked by his Secretary of State and Vice President, announced the ceasefire in Gaza with an air of accomplishment, framing it as a crowning achievement of his administration's diplomatic efforts. However, this assertion is profoundly misleading. …
(2025-01-19). Video: StW founder member Nineham released under draconian restrictions, others still held. skwawkbox.org 
Protest organiser banned, under bail conditions, from attending any kind of demo — but others still held including those who simply arrived from the 'wrong' direction Anti-genocide protest organiser Chris Nineham, a founder member of Stop the War, has been released on bail after being violently arrested yesterday during London's peaceful National March for Gaza …
(2025-01-19). Palestinians in Gaza desperate to travel abroad for life-saving treatment. aljazeera.com Patients eagerly await the reopening of the Rafah crossing to get the critical medical care they need to survive.
(2025-01-19). Corbyn, McDonnell interviewed under police caution — say marchers did NOT 'break' police line. skwawkbox.org 
Police repression and state lies continue Former Labour leader Jeremy Corbyn and former Shadow Chancellor John McDonnell are being interviewed under caution by the Met Police this afternoon after taking part in yesterday's National March for Gaza. The Met has charged ten people and is still holding dozens of others for supposedly entering an area …
(2025-01-19). The War on Gaza: The End of Empathy and the Last Western Man. globalresearch.ca [Links to Parts I to XIII-B are provided at the bottom of this article.] | "The death of human empathy is one of the earliest and most telling signs of a
(2025-01-19). Martin Luther King, Jr., Vietnam, and Gaza. scheerpost.com 
By Edward J. Curtin Jr. / EdwardCurtin.com Before my mind was turned to the subject of my title, I started to write a piece called "Are the Dead Nostalgic?" It's a touchy philosophical question that has no definitive answer. It seems flippant in an impossible way, which it is, but its flippancy holds a secret …
(2025-01-19). Abu Obeida: Gaza's resistance and people showcased a unique model of impactful action, steadfast resilience by the rightful land owners. english.almanar.com.lb
(2025-01-19). Thousands of families waiting to learn of fate of Gaza's missing. newarab.com 
Thousands of families are anxiously waiting for Most of them know nothing about what happened to their loved ones,
(2025-01-19). DAWN urges US sanctions on Jewish National Fund over settlements. newarab.com 
A US non-profit has written to the
(2025-01-19). Netanyahu's Likud Party Says Ceasefire Deal Allows a 'Return to Fighting Under American Guarantee'. scheerpost.com
(2025-01-19). Trump Has Pledged an Era of Spectacular Violence. We Can't Be Passive Onlookers. truthout.org The incoming Trump administration is preparing to carry out a major chapter of state violence in U.S. history. The mass deportations that Donald Trump is planning aim to be in the same league as the internment of Japanese and Japanese Americans during World War II. Attacks on progressive nonprofit organizations (particularly those involved in the movement to stop the genocide of Palestinians)… |
(2025-01-19). PA, Jenin camp fighters reach deal after weeks of deadly clashes. newarab.com 
The Palestinian Authority and militants in the The head of a committee that oversaw negotiations said Saturday that Palestinian security personnel entered and deployed in the camp a day earlier following the agreement. | In comments made to Anadolu Agency, Ahmad Salah said explosive devices were being dismantled and destruction was being cleared following the armed clashes, describing the nego…
(2025-01-19). Jeremy Corbyn slams Met Police's wilful 'inaccuracies' following mass-arrests at Palestine march. thecanary.co 
On Saturday 18 January, Britons once again took to the streets to show their support for the people of Palestine. As is unfortunately common in Britain, the peaceful march was beset by what some have described as "fascist" police violence. The Met Police also arrested 77 people, with former Labour Party leader Jeremy Corbyn criticising […] | By
(2025-01-19). Juan Cole: UK Parliamentary Committee to British Gov.—Recognize Palestinian State for Sustainable Peace. scheerpost.com 
By Juan Cole / Informed Comment Ann Arbor (Informed Comment) — The British Parliament has the longest history of any parliament, since it was the first, so it has had time to make a lot of mistakes. On the other hand, it is generally far less an embarrassment than the U.S. Congress. This principle was …
(2025-01-19). Over 700 Protests Are Reportedly Planned Nationwide for Trump's Inauguration Day. truthout.org As the nation braces for the inauguration of President-elect Donald Trump, grassroots organizations across the country are mobilizing in protest. Under the banner of "We Fight Back 2025," more than 700 protests are reportedly planned nationwide on Jan. 20. Initial conveners include the People's Forum and the Palestinian Youth Movement, among others. In a written statement… |