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From captivity to сare - Released Israeli hostages arrive at Tel Aviv's Sheba Medical Centre for check-ups

From captivity to сare - Released Israeli hostages arrive at Tel Aviv's Sheba Medical Centre for check-ups

"A group of Israeli hostages released by Hamas arrived on Monday at Sheba Medical Centre near Tel Aviv for check-ups and to undergo rehabilitation. Footage captures Rom Braslavski, Segev Kalfon, Bar Cooperstein, Ghali and Ziv Berman, Elkana Bohbot, Yosef Ohana and Maxim Herkin meeting their families and the medical team inside the centre. Earlier on Monday, Hamas announced the release of 20 hostages, while Israel has released 1,900 prisoners in accordance with the ceasefire in Gaza. On Friday, October 10, the Gaza ceasefire agreement entered into force as the Israeli military began its phased pullback announced that 'its troops began positioning themselves along the updated deployment lines.' This comes as the Israeli cabinet endorsed the first phase of the agreement on Thursday. On September 29, US President Donald Trump, alongside Israeli Prime Minister Benjamin Netanyahu, unveiled a 20-point peace proposal for Gaza. The plan calls for an immediate ceasefire, a release of all hostages - living and remains - within 72 hours, as well as the release of 250 Palestinian prisoners serving life sentences and 1,700 Palestinians from Gaza detained since October 7. The plan also allows for 'full humanitarian aid' to Gaza, amnesty for Hamas members who agree to peace, or the provision of a safe passage for others, stating that no one will be forced to leave Gaza. Hamas approved the proposal under specific terms, calling for a lasting peace and full Israeli withdrawal from the enclave."

'This is the time for peace' - Israel supporters celebrate release of hostages under US-brokered deal in Paris

'This is the time for peace' - Israel supporters celebrate release of hostages under US-brokered deal in Paris

"Pro-Israeli demonstrators gathered at Place du Trocadero on Monday to celebrate the release of hostages under the US-brokered deal with Hamas. Footage shows demonstrators chanting, waving Israeli flags, and listening to speeches. "This is a time for peace between Israel and all its other neighbours in the Middle East. That is what we really hope for," a demonstrator said. "All the UEFJ activists fought for two years demanding the release of these hostages, and now that we've achieved it, a weight is lifted, there is hope that finally turns into joy," added a second. The gathering was organised by the Union of Jewish Students of France (UEJF) to urge French and European governments to maintain pressure for the return of all captives. Israeli authorities on Monday announced the release of 1,900 Palestinian prisoners, while Hamas confirmed the release of 20 Israeli hostages in exchange, marking the most significant phase of the ongoing truce.  The ceasefire came into effect at noon on Friday, after the Israeli military said its troops had "begun repositioning along adjusted deployment lines" as outlined in the agreement. The move followed the Israeli cabinet’s approval of the first phase on Thursday.  On 29 September, US President Donald Trump unveiled a 20-point Gaza peace plan with Israeli Prime Minister Benjamin Netanyahu, calling for an immediate end to fighting and the release of all hostages, living and deceased, within 72 hours, as well as 250 Palestinian prisoners serving life sentences and 1,700 Gazans detained after October 7, 2023.  The plan also guarantees full humanitarian aid access to Gaza, amnesty for Hamas members who accept peace, and safe passage for those who refuse, stating that "no one will be forced to leave the enclave."  Hamas conditionally accepted the US-brokered plan, agreeing to release hostages through Qatari and Egyptian mediators if Israel committed to a lasting peace and complete withdrawal from Gaza."

Madagascar's Rajoelina calls on nation to 'remain calm' as country goes through 'difficult path' amid deadly 'Gen Z' protests

Madagascar's Rajoelina calls on nation to 'remain calm' as country goes through 'difficult path' amid deadly 'Gen Z' protests

"Madagascar's President Andry Rajoelina calls on the nation to 'remain calm' as the country goes through a 'difficult path' amid deadly 'Gen Z' protests, speaking in a video address on Monday. Rajoelina described the situation as 'extremely tense', saying that Malagasy people were living in 'deep anxiety about the future of the country'. He also called on the nation "to remain calm during this turbulent time and, above all, to hold high in our hearts the value of national unity," adding that he had sought to avoid any conflict among the people and prevent confrontation within the country’s defence and security forces. Moreover, Rajoelina expressed confidence that the nation’s interest could be prioritised 'through dialogue and, most importantly, through unity', adding that everyone is responsible for the current state of the country. Revealing details of the instability, the president said, "You are surely aware of the events of the past three days; there was a plot," adding, "The group of soldiers who made that declaration had already planned to do so on Friday night." Most seriously, he alleged a separate coup attempt had been planned since September 25, "aiming to take my life." Rajoelina has reportedly fled Madagascar amid intensifying nationwide protests that began late last month, plunging the island nation into political uncertainty. The unrest, now in its third week, is driven by the Gen Z Mada movement. It is fuelled by public anger over repeated power and water cuts, corruption, unemployment, and a soaring cost of living. According to UN estimates, the protests have resulted in at least 22 deaths and over 100 injuries, though the government disputes these figures. Rajoelina first came to power in 2009 after mass protests ousted then-President Marc Ravalomanana. Having faced growing criticism over corruption and governance, he won re-election in 2018 and again in 2023 in polls that were widely boycotted by the opposition."