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Hamas Threatens Oct. 7 Attack Amid Ceasefire Talks

Hamas leader Khalil al-Haya reportedly pledged another attack similar to the October 7 massacre during a press conference Wednesday, shortly after a tentative ceasefire agreement was announced. Al-Haya, revealing himself as Hamas’ leader following the death of Yahya Sinwar in October 2024, described the deadly assault as a “source of pride” for the Palestinian people, according to multiple reports.

The October 7 attacks left approximately 1,200 Israeli civilians dead and over 240 taken hostage, initiating the current conflict. The announced six-week ceasefire, set to begin Sunday, involves the exchange of hostages and the withdrawal of Israeli troops from Gaza. Negotiations are ongoing, and both sides have yet to officially endorse the agreement, as reported by The New York Times.

President-elect Donald Trump took credit for facilitating the ceasefire through efforts he claimed demonstrated his administration’s commitment to peace and global security. “I am thrilled American and Israeli hostages will be returning home to be reunited with their families and loved ones,” Trump wrote on Truth Social.

The deal has faced opposition from some members of Israel’s right-wing government. However, Foreign Affairs Minister Gideon Saar expressed cautious support, stating that delaying action could jeopardize the lives of the hostages. “Leadership is about deciding between a bad decision and a very bad decision,” Saar reportedly said.

As talks continue into the night, the ceasefire remains a fragile step in a highly volatile conflict.

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