Jim D Maynard
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Gay, secular humanist/atheist, Democratic Socialist/Social Democrat
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Hamas refuses disarmament in Gaza, Mashaal declares | The Jerusalem Post
Israel's Foreign Ministry, sharing footage of Mashaal's address, slammed the comments, calling them a "direct contradiction of the core terms of the peace plan itself."
https://www.jpost.com/middle-east/article-879427
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How the GOP Used a Two Santa Clauses Tactic to Con America for Nearly 40 Years
() This scam has been killing wages and enriching billionaires for decades. "The only thing wrong with the U.S. economy is the failure of the Republican Party to play Santa Claus." -Jude Wanniski, Mar...
https://www.thomhartmann.com/blog/2018/02/how-gop-used-two-santa-clauses-tactic-con-america-nearly-40-years?utm_source=substack&utm_medium=email
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Despite promised reforms, PA textbooks still teach antisemitic, anti-Israel messages
First comprehensive review in four years finds no meaningful curriculum reform in textbooks for grades 1-4 and 12, which were due to be updated this year
https://www.timesofisrael.com/despite-promised-reforms-pa-textbooks-still-teach-antisemitic-anti-israel-messages/
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Trump basically admits his tariffs are raising grocery prices
The Trump administration is preparing to exempt certain food items from President Donald Trump's idiotic and possibly illegal tariffs , The New York Times reported on Thursday,
https://www.dailykos.com/stories/2025/11/14/2353773/-Trump-basically-admits-his-tariffs-are-raising-grocery-prices?fbclid=IwY2xjawOFsUNleHRuA2FlbQIxMABicmlkETFGcEtTQ25GenBsbmg0cHVIc3J0YwZhcHBfaWQQMjIyMDM5MTc4ODIwMDg5MghjYWxsc2l0ZQEyAAEeCnntdoQHDiQ3X1oLqDyz5koILWsqwMVlOjX7iVFXIgXAVgPOpstqhli564o_aem_1l1n5H8oJHDrkCMmBoT3ng
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The Guardian
about 1 month ago
Sudan civil war spiralling out of control, UN secretary general says
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Sudan civil war spiralling out of control, UN secretary general says
AntĂłnio Guterres calls for the violence to end but there appears little appetite for ceasefire proposed by US The UN secretary general, AntĂłnio Guterres has said the war in Sudan is spiralling out of control as he called for a halt to the fighting and an end to the violence. The Rapid Support Forces (RSF), which are reportedly backed by the United Arab Emirates, seized El Fasher in Darfur last week after a near 18-month siege. Some of its soldiers have posted videos of civilians being shot, including in the townâs maternity hospital. Continue reading...
https://www.theguardian.com/world/2025/nov/04/sudan-civil-war-spiralling-out-of-control-un-secretary-general-says?utm_source=dlvr.it&utm_medium=bluesky&CMP=bsky_gu
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Jim D Maynard
Mother Jones
about 1 month ago
While Americans go hungry, President Donald Trump was partying it up. The president spent Friday night hosting a Great Gatsbyâthemed Halloween celebration at Mar-a-Lago, just hours before tens of millions of low-income Americans were set to lose access to food stamps.
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Truthout
about 1 month ago
The Trump administration announced that it will provide only half of the usual SNAP benefits in November after money for the program officially ran out on Saturday amid the ongoing government shutdown.
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Trump Will Fund Only Half of SNAP Benefits in November, Leaving Millions Short on Food
âThere is no excuse that justifiesâ not utilizing âevery resource availableâ to fund SNAP, one critic said.
https://truthout.org/articles/trump-will-fund-only-half-of-snap-benefits-leaving-millions-short-on-food/
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Inside the DSAâs Hostile Takeover of the Democratic Party
With Zohran Mamdaniâs rise, the group has moved from the fringe to the mainstreamâand now has its sights on the White House.
https://open.substack.com/pub/bariweiss/p/inside-the-dsas-hostile-takeover?r=24ouk&utm_medium=ios
about 1 month ago
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Robert Reich
about 1 month ago
Every authoritarian action Trump is taking must be understood against the backdrop of his declining popularity. He feigns strength, but he's operating from a place of weakness. Remember this.
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The DSA Is More Radical Than Everâand Winning
A Mamdani victory would be the biggest win in the history of American socialism. Will it temper their radicalismâor encourage their worst instincts?
https://www.thefp.com/p/the-dsa-is-more-radical-than-ever-and-winning?utm_campaign=post
about 1 month ago
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The Jerusalem Post
about 2 months ago
Adam Louis-Kleinâs Movement Against Antizionism (MAAZ) aims to expose antizionism as a hate movement that endangers Jewish communities. The group highlights dangerous libels and calls for a new approach.
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New organization seeks to expose antizionism as hate | The Jerusalem Post
Adam Louis-Kleinâs Movement Against Antizionism (MAAZ) calls for a paradigm shift, identifying antizionism as a hate movement that endangers Jewish communities through dangerous narratives and libels.
https://www.jpost.com/diaspora/antisemitism/article-871973
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The Jerusalem Post
about 2 months ago
The ICRC decried Hamas's staged "discovery" of hostage remains as unacceptable, stating that its personnel were "not aware that a body had been placed at the site before their arrival."
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ICRC 'unaware' of 'unacceptable' Hamas hostage staging | The Jerusalem Post
An ICRC statement declared that the organization was "unaware" of the staging, and emphasized that "the return of remains to loved ones must not be politicized."
https://www.jpost.com/israel-news/article-871986
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IDF drone catches Hamas staging hostage Ofir Tzarfati's 'burial, discovery' in Gaza
The video, filmed by an IDF drone that had been in the area, shows Hamas members placing Tzarfati's remains in a freshly dug hole before covering the remains with dirt. The Hostages and Missing Famili...
https://www.yahoo.com/news/articles/idf-drone-catches-hamas-staging-160750072.html
about 2 months ago
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The Jerusalem Post
about 2 months ago
The IDF discovered a Hamas training facility, used to plan and launch the October 7 massacre, hidden within a mosque in the Gaza Strip less than a mile away from the Israeli border. | Report
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IDF uncovers Hamas Oct. 7 training facility | The Jerusalem Post
Army Radio reported that the IDF uncovered detailed models of Israeli kibbutzes at the facility, which had RPG missiles hidden on site.
https://www.jpost.com/israel-news/defense-news/article-871993
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Jim D Maynard
The Times of Israel
about 2 months ago
The return of Hamas: With wave of executions, terror group reasserts control in Gaza
https://www.timesofisrael.com/the-return-of-hamas-with-wave-of-executions-terror-group-reasserts-control-in-gaza/
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The return of Hamas: With wave of executions, terror group reasserts control in Gaza
Residents tell ToI of a pattern of sometimes deadly militia-style activity by Hamas, and some tacitly back aspects of it: 'Theyâre on the ground, naturally theyâll rule'
https://www.timesofisrael.com/the-return-of-hamas-with-wave-of-executions-terror-group-reasserts-control-in-gaza/
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đ«âïžN. Julesâïžđ«
about 2 months ago
#NoKings
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Mother Jones
about 2 months ago
There sure were a lot of American flags at the âhate America rallyâ
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There sure were a lot of American flags at the âhate America rallyâ
"I'm trying to protect democracy in this country."
https://www.motherjones.com/politics/2025/10/no-kings-american-flags-democracy/
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HuffPost
about 2 months ago
The progressive icon delivered a damning speech Saturday in Washington, D.C. as part the nationwide "No Kings" protests against President Donald Trump.
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Bernie Blasts Trump At 'No Kings' Protest But Names 3 Other Billionaires As Part Of The Problem
The progressive icon delivered a damning speech Saturday in Washington, D.C. as part the nationwide "No Kings" protests against President Donald Trump.
https://www.huffpost.com/entry/bernie-sanders-no-kings-protest-speech-slams-trump-musk-bezos-zuckerberg_n_68f3ea87e4b0f8088dd6330a?utm_campaign=bluesky_feed
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The Jerusalem Post
about 2 months ago
After an Oxford student was arrested for leading a London protest chant urging to âput the Zios in the ground,â several UK pro-Palestinian groups publicly backed the slogan.
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UK groups defend protest chant calling to kill Zionists | The Jerusalem Post
British anti-Israel groups voiced support for a London protest chant calling to âput the Zios in the ground,â days after an Oxford student was arrested for inciting racial hatred at the rally.
https://www.jpost.com/diaspora/antisemitism/article-870871
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Salon.com
about 2 months ago
Millions of Americans rallied in more than 2,600 locations to protest Trump's authoritarian practices.
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âNo Kingsâ protests sweep the nation against Trump - Salon.com
Millions of Americans rallied in more than 2,600 locations to protest Trump's authoritarian practices
https://www.salon.com/2025/10/18/no-kings-protests-sweep-the-nation-against-trump/
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HuffPost
about 2 months ago
The âNo Kingsâ protest in Washington, D.C., drew participants from across the Mid-Atlantic states to the National Mall.
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Crowds Turn Out Against Would-Be Autocrat Trump Just Blocks From His Seat Of Power
The âNo Kingsâ protest in Washington, D.C., drew participants from across the Mid-Atlantic states to the National Mall.
https://www.huffpost.com/entry/trump-dc-no-kings_n_68f3ee9ee4b085924979b223?utm_campaign=bluesky_feed
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Memphis 10-18-25
about 2 months ago
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Indivisible Memphis
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đNO KINGS MEMPHISđ Saturday Oct 18th 11:00 am-3:00 pm Poplar & Highland
#IndivisibleMemphis
#ResistanceFest
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The Tennessee Holler
about 2 months ago
UPDATE: The New York Young Republicans are being disbanded for being too racist.
www.nytimes.com/2025/10/16/n...
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The Times of Israel
about 2 months ago
NY anti-Israel activists hold vigil for Oct. 7 Hamas chief Sinwar on anniversary of his killing
https://www.timesofisrael.com/ny-anti-israel-activists-hold-vigil-for-oct-7-hamas-chief-sinwar-on-anniversary-of-his-killing/
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NY anti-Israel activists hold vigil for Oct. 7 Hamas chief Sinwar on anniversary of his killing
Bronx group sets up exhibit showing terror chief who orchestrated mass slaughter in Israel, Hezbollah's Nasrallah and other terrorists
https://www.timesofisrael.com/ny-anti-israel-activists-hold-vigil-for-oct-7-hamas-chief-sinwar-on-anniversary-of-his-killing/
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Raw Story
about 2 months ago
OPINION: Just this week, Politico exposed private Telegram chats among Young Republican leaders where they didn't just flirt with Nazi-style extremism, they reveled in it.
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With these texts of Nazi hate, Republicans have shown us their true selvesâ
Just this week, Politico exposed private Telegram chats among Young Republican leaders where they didnât just flirt with Nazi-style extremism, they reveled in it.In thousands of leaked messages from across the nation, rising GOP stars praised Adolf Hitler, joked about sending political rivals into g...
https://bit.ly/4ohXDXK
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Middle East Media Research Institute (MEMRI)
about 2 months ago
Voices In Palestinian Authority Strongly Condemn Hamas Executions In Gaza: It Is Behaving Like ISIS
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Voices In Palestinian Authority Strongly Condemn Hamas Executions In Gaza: It Is Behaving Like ISIS
Following the ceasefire in the Gaza Strip and the gradual withdrawal of the Israeli forces in accordance with the agreement between Israel and Hamas, this organization began carrying out summary mass ...
https://www.memri.org/reports/voices-palestinian-authority-strongly-condemn-hamas-executions-gaza-it-behaving-isis
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A Forgotten Jew-Hatred: How Soviet Anti-Zionism Engineered Jewish Confusion and Western Self-Hate
Anti-zionism is perhaps the most sophisticated form of anti-Jewish bigotry precisely because it was designed to masquerade as political criticism.
https://jewishjournal.com/commentary/opinion/384391/a-forgotten-jew-hatred-how-soviet-anti-zionism-engineered-jewish-confusion-and-western-self-hate/?fbclid=IwZnRzaANeJxpleHRuA2FlbQIxMQABHrdHddwsGrQ9D3ByHSP6oPhY7U15aWfWg2zic71SPzodDrmYD86mtZMxdxKS_aem_N-Uis2MLxyU_dj_RA_oWRA
about 2 months ago
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The goal of the Jihadist Left is the destruction of Israrl, the only Jewish state, and replacing it with another Arab Islamic state (which has never existed)
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Anti-Israel groups push for Zionism's end after ceasefire | The Jerusalem Post
Following the Gaza ceasefire, anti-Israel activists ramp up calls to dismantle Zionism, demanding arms embargoes, Palestinian sovereignty, and the right of return.
https://www.jpost.com/diaspora/antisemitism/article-870550
about 2 months ago
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The Jerusalem Post
about 2 months ago
Western anti-Israel activists increasingly justify Hamasâs extrajudicial executions of alleged collaborators in Gaza, framing them as necessary for resistance. They ignore the broader consequences of legitimizing such violence. | Analysis
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Activistsâ defense of Hamas executions sparks controversy | The Jerusalem Post
Western anti-Israel activists justify Hamasâs extrajudicial killings of dissidents, drawing comparisons to wartime punishments, while framing the executions as necessary retribution for betrayal.
https://www.jpost.com/diaspora/antisemitism/article-870540
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The Jerusalem Post
about 2 months ago
Anti-Israel groups see the Gaza ceasefire as just a step toward dismantling Zionism, calling for arms embargoes, boycotts, and Palestinian return. The movementâs goals extend far beyond the ceasefire. | Analysis
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Anti-Israel groups push for Zionism's end after ceasefire | The Jerusalem Post
Following the Gaza ceasefire, anti-Israel activists ramp up calls to dismantle Zionism, demanding arms embargoes, Palestinian sovereignty, and the right of return.
https://www.jpost.com/diaspora/antisemitism/article-870550
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The Times of Israel
about 2 months ago
Full text of Oct. 9 Israel-Hamas deal on Trumpâs plan for âcomprehensive endâ to Gaza war
https://www.timesofisrael.com/full-text-of-oct-9-israel-hamas-deal-on-trumps-plan-for-comprehensive-end-to-gaza-war/
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Full text of Oct. 9 Israel-Hamas deal on Trumpâs plan for âcomprehensive endâ to Gaza war
Agreement says Hamas must release all living and dead hostages, but also 'share all the information it obtained' on remaining dead hostages, within 72 hours of Israeli withdrawal
https://www.timesofisrael.com/full-text-of-oct-9-israel-hamas-deal-on-trumps-plan-for-comprehensive-end-to-gaza-war/
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The Times of Israel
about 2 months ago
Israel wonât reopen Rafah crossing, will limit aid, to press Hamas for release of 24 slain hostages
https://www.timesofisrael.com/israel-wont-reopen-rafah-crossing-will-limit-aid-to-press-hamas-for-release-of-24-slain-hostages/
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Israel wonât reopen Rafah crossing, will limit aid, to press Hamas for release of 24 slain hostages
As IDs confirmed of returned hostages' remains, families of captives still in Gaza demand deal be put on hold until their loved ones returned, accuse gov't of shirking 'immediate duty' to bring them back
https://www.timesofisrael.com/israel-wont-reopen-rafah-crossing-will-limit-aid-to-press-hamas-for-release-of-24-slain-hostages/
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The Times of Israel
about 2 months ago
IDF: Troops fired at Gazan suspects who approached them after crossing ceasefire line
https://www.timesofisrael.com/idf-troops-fired-at-gazan-suspects-who-approached-them-after-crossing-ceasefire-line/
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IDF: Troops fired at Gazan suspects who approached them after crossing ceasefire line
Israel launches pair of drone strikes 'to remove threats,' which Hamas charges breached the truce; Israel to restrict aid to Strip after terror group returns only four of the slain hostages
https://www.timesofisrael.com/idf-troops-fired-at-gazan-suspects-who-approached-them-after-crossing-ceasefire-line/
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The Times of Israel
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PA condemns Hamas executions as âheinous crimesâ; Trump shrugs off crackdown
https://www.timesofisrael.com/pa-condemns-hamas-executions-as-heinous-crimes-trump-shrugs-off-crackdown/
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PA condemns Hamas executions as âheinous crimesâ; Trump shrugs off crackdown
Abbas's office calls for 'restoration of law,' PA rights group demands end to 'extrajudicial and arbitrary executions'; US president says Hamas 'killed a number of gang members' :
https://www.timesofisrael.com/pa-condemns-hamas-executions-as-heinous-crimes-trump-shrugs-off-crackdown/
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The Jerusalem Post
2 months ago
Hamas has killed over 30 members of rival groups since the ceasefire was put into effect, casting doubt on disarmament demands.
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Hamas not yet disarmed, kills Gazan rivals | The Jerusalem Post
Hamas has killed at least 33 people since the beginning of the ceasefire.
https://www.jpost.com/middle-east/article-870379
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The Jerusalem Post
2 months ago
Newly released hostages shared information about the hardships imposed on them during their two years in Hamas captivity in Gaza, Israeli media reported on Monday night.
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Gaza hostages starved, tortured in Hamas captivity | The Jerusalem Post
Some hostages spent the entire two years isolated, and kept in the dark on the welfare of their families after October 7.
https://www.jpost.com/israel-news/article-870381
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Mehdi Hasan is a virolent antisemite
add a skeleton here at some point
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The Jerusalem Post
about 2 months ago
Analysis: Hamas has launched several attacks on rival clans as it attempts to reassert power in Gaza, killing "collaborators" who challenge Hamas's superiority in post-ceasefire Gaza.
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Hamas attempts to reassert power in Gaza post ceasefire | The Jerusalem Post
Hamas has launched several attacks on rival clans, killing "collaborators" attempting to challenge Hamas's superiority in post-ceasefire Gaza.
https://www.jpost.com/middle-east/article-870415
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The Jerusalem Post
about 2 months ago
The PA condemned Hamas's reported field executions in the Gaza Strip, calling them "heinous crimes" that are a "blatant violation of human rights.â
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Palestinian Authority condems Hamas reported executions in Gaza | The Jerusalem Post
The Palestinian Authority "strongly condemned" the reported field executions carried out by Hamas in the Gaza Strip, a statement shared by the Palestinian News and Information Agency (WAFA) said.
https://www.jpost.com/middle-east/article-870427
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The Jerusalem Post
about 2 months ago
Negotiations for the second phase of Trump's Israel-Hamas peace plan have not begun, and will not begin until every hostage has been returned, several senior Israeli officials confirmed to The Jerusalem Post.
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Israel-Hamas talks stall until all hostages released | The Jerusalem Post
Professional teams in Egypt are currently discussing methods for locating the remaining 21 hostage bodies, officials told The Jerusalem Post.
https://www.jpost.com/israel-news/article-870501
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Opinion | What 491 days as a hostage taught me about Hamas
My captorsâ cruelty revealed an obsession with death. Lasting peace will demand more than diplomacy.
https://www.washingtonpost.com/opinions/2025/10/06/israeli-hostage-gaza-hamas-captivity/
about 2 months ago
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