The Bibas family, consisting of Shiri and her two young sons, Ariel and Kfir, were kidnapped during the Oct. 7, 2023, attack by Hamas in southern Israel and tragically killed in captivity. Amid a national outpouring of solidarity and grief, they were laid to rest near their border community, symbolizing the country’s trauma and sense of abandonment during the 16-month ordeal. The family’s burial attracted multitudes of mourners, demanding accountability from the government and military for the failures that led to the devastating loss, with calls for an independent investigation and apologies for the tragic events.
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Turkey breathes easier as Iran-Israel truce eases fallout risk
As Turkey intensifies its diplomatic efforts to mitigate the fragile Iran-Israel truce, President Erdogan engages in discussions with US President Trump and regional leaders, but faces skepticism as a mediator. Concerns about potential chaos in Iran, economic implications from rising energy prices, and the impact on Turkey's conflict with the PKK underscore Ankara's precarious position in the evolving regional landscape. Explain It To Me Like I'm 5: As a fragile peace between Iran and Israel...
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