Hamas releases American hostages, pro-Palestinian protests in London and Brooklyn, increasing border apprehensions, Israel-Gaza conflict and impending ground invasion, protests in Bay Ridge, consequences for politicians supporting Hamas, eye-opening numbers on illegal immigrant entries.
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Hamas has released two American hostages, but there are still around 200 more hostages being held.
Israel is expected to launch a ground invasion of Gaza to eliminate Hamas, which will be complicated due to Hamas' vast tunnel network.
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Release of American Hostages and Remaining Hostages in Hamas
Two American students, Renan and her daughter Natalie, who were held hostage by Hamas, have been released and are now safe in Israel. However, there are still around 200 more hostages, including 11 Americans, being held by Hamas. Efforts to secure the safe release of all the remaining hostages continue.
Updates on Aid and Political Standpoints in Israel-Hamas Conflict
Israel has opened the border crossing between Egypt and Gaza to allow aid to enter the region, which has been under Israeli siege. European leaders expressed sympathy for innocent people caught in the conflict but largely sided with Israel, blaming Hamas for deliberately putting civilians in harm's way. The number of civilian casualties is difficult to ascertain, as Hamas has a history of inflating figures, and it is challenging for Israel to avoid civilian casualties due to the high population density and Hamas' use of civilians as human shields.
Impending Ground Invasion of Gaza and Challenges Ahead
Israel is expected to launch a ground invasion of Gaza to eliminate Hamas, with urban warfare and street-by-street fighting anticipated. Complicating the invasion is Hamas' vast tunnel network, known as the Gaza Metro, equipped with rail systems and electricity. The ground invasion is expected to be a complicated, protracted operation, as Hamas has decades of experience using these tunnels for guerrilla tactics, evading airstrikes, and moving weapons secretly.
Hamas releases two American hostages, pro-Palestinian protesters takeover the streets in London and Brooklyn, and the southern border hits another high water mark for annual entries. Get the facts first with Morning Wire.
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