emily damari

emily damari, an Israeli hostage survivor, criticizes Mosab Abu Toha. She says he downplayed her and others' suffering. Damari accuses Toha of denying atrocities. She highlights his questioning of hostage situations. She also mentions his dismissal of the Bibas family tragedy. Damari feels the Pulitzer Prize committee erred. She believes they honored someone who denies victims' experiences. Read more below!

Gaza streets erupted in celebration as President Trump announced a peace deal between Israel and Hamas, bringing an end to the war. Residents expressed immense joy and gratitude for the cessation of bloodshed. Families of hostages shared overwhelming happiness as their loved ones are set to return home.

British officials face pressure to reverse a ban on Maccabi Tel Aviv supporters attending a match at Aston Villa due to security concerns. Israel's foreign minister called the decision "shameful," while the UK Prime Minister emphasised zero tolerance for antisemitism. Police cited intelligence and previous violent incidents as reasons for the high-risk classification.

Israeli Prime Minister Benjamin Netanyahu delayed the ceasefire with Hamas until a list of hostages is received. The ceasefire, mediated by Qatar, the US, and Egypt, is to include a hostage exchange. The temporary truce aims to release hostages and provide humanitarian aid, but Netanyahu stresses that Israel may resume hostilities if necessary.

Queen of the Ring, a biopic about wrestling pioneer Mildred Burke, highlights her journey to becoming the longest-reigning champion and first million-dollar female athlete. The film portrays her struggles, including raising her son on the road, a tragic apprentice death, and a tumultuous relationship with her manager/ex-husband, Billy Wolfe, amidst wrestling's prohibition in much of America.

With the release from Gaza of the last surviving captives, many Israelis said it was time for the country to heal after years of polarising war