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Israeli Airstrike Escalates Tensions Amid Hostage Negotiations

4/4/2025

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On April 2, 2025, an Israeli airstrike targeted Gaza as hostage negotiations faltered. Hamas proposed releasing all hostages in exchange for a permanent ceasefire, but Israel turned down the offer. Amid rising tensions, protests erupted in Israel, with the public demanding decisive action for the 59 hostages still held captive.

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On April 2, 2025, an Israeli airstrike targeted Gaza as hostage negotiations faltered. Hamas proposed releasing all hostages in exchange for a permanent ceasefire, but Israel turned down the offer. Amid rising tensions, protests erupted in Israel, with the public demanding decisive action for the 59 hostages still held captive.