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Israel recalls its ambassador to Spain 'indefinitely'

The diplomatic spat comes after Spain's newly re-elected prime minister, Pedro Sánchez, condemned Hamas terrorist attacks, but criticised Israel's offensive in Gaza and the level of devastation.

Gaza

Hamas hands over ten Israeli and two foreign hostages

The ceasefire has enabled the release of 50 hostages held by Hamas in the Gaza Strip and 150 Palestinians imprisoned in Israel. It has also allowed more aid to flow into Gaza where the humanitarian situation remains "catastrophic".

Gaza

Israel army says Hamas has released 11 more hostages

The group is being transferred to Israeli territory, as part of the fourth day of a hostages-for-prisoners swap deal on the sidelines of a temporary ceasefire.

Israel

Concern rises among Europe’s Jewish communities as antisemitism grows

The fears come following Hamas' 7 October killings of around 1,200 people in Israel - the biggest killing of Jews since the Holocaust.

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Bosnia and Herzegovina

A glimpse inside the endless exile of Bosnian-Palestinians

It is estimated that upwards of 1.7 million Palestinians have been displaced since the conflict began on 7 October - including a number who fled Bosnia in the 1990s war, now forced to return back to the European nation.

Euronews Witness

Israel-Hamas war: Killing, chaos and catastrophe in the Gaza Strip

In this episode of Witness, we head into the Gaza Strip to hear harrowing accounts of death, destruction and desperation from those living inside the besieged territory.

Israel

Europe's diplomatic drive continues as PM's push for earliest possible truce in Gaza

The Spanish and Belgian prime ministers and the UK foreign minister will hold separate meetings with leaders on both sides during their visits.

Switzerland

Switzerland moves to ban Hamas and supports Israel's self-defence

The Swiss federal government has also allocated €93.36 million in humanitarian aid for the region at the beginning of November.

Spain

Why is Spain one of the few EU voices supporting Palestine?

Prime Minister Pedro Sánchez sets off on a tour of the conflict-hit Middle East, positioning his nation as a quasi-ally of Palestine.

World News

Thousands of musicians sign letter for Gaza ceasefire

"We speak out together in solidarity with the Palestinian people’s struggle for freedom, justice and equal rights," reads the letter signed by thousands of musicians under the collective Musicians for Palestine.

Israel

Gaza truce and hostage release postponed 'last minute'

Israel’s national security adviser said late Wednesday that ceasefire talks with Hamas were still ongoing, and the hostage release will not take place before Friday.

Culture news

Does Hollywood have a pro-Palestine issue?

The news that two actresses have been dropped and fired over statements related to the Israel Hamas war have revealed the challenges Hollywood faces over an extremely divisive geopolitical issue.

Gaza

Israel-Hamas hostage deal talks in 'final phase' - Qatar

However, insiders say some key obstacles to an agreement remain.

Culture news

Celebs on TikTok: ‘The biggest antisemitic movement since the Nazis'

"The biggest antisemitic movement since the Nazis": Jewish celebrities urge TikTok to address antisemitism as hateful content on the rise since 7 October.

Gaza

Hamas accuses Israel of deadly strike on Gaza hospital

The latest developments from the Israel Hamas war.

United Kingdom

Censorship and safety: How the Israel Hamas war is affecting schools

Euronews was told that pro-Palestinian views were being suppressed inside schools, with some Jewish pupils in a "dark zone of depression".

Gaza

Israel-Hamas war: Pictures of the week

A selection of some of the most impactful pictures as the Israel-Hamas conflict continues.

Gaza

Israel-Hamas war: IDF claim tunnel discovery under Shifa hospital

The latest developments from the Israel-Hamas war.

World News

Protests across the Middle East and Europe demand an end to the war

The marches reflected the growing anger over the mounting civilian casualty toll and suffering from the Israel-Hamas war.

Gaza

Israel-Hamas war: Scores killed in school and refugee camp strikes

The latest developments from the Israel-Hamas war.

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