The relatives of the three Israeli hostages released from Gaza by Palestinian militants Hamas called for the remaining captives to be freed, expressing concern for their conditions and health. Romi Gonen, Emily Damari, and Doron Steinbrecher were among those released in exchange for Palestinian prisoners. Families emphasized the need for all hostages to return home, with two presumed alive and one soldier’s body also due to be released.
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Israeli strikes hit Damascus, central Syria; monitor says 4 dead
Syrian state media reported that Israel conducted airstrikes near a defence research centre in Damascus and targeted central Syria, resulting in four deaths, according to a monitoring group. Israel stated it struck "military" capabilities in these areas to prevent weapons from reaching jihadist groups. The strikes have been ongoing since the ousting of Bashar al-Assad, with Israel also calling for demilitarisation in southern Syria and facing criticism from Western countries for its actions. Full Article
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