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Hamas accepts Gaza truce proposal .

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Hamas leader Ismail Haniyeh has informed mediators, Qatar and Egypt, that his Palestinian militant group had accepted their Gaza truce proposal after nearly seven months of war.

The group in a statement published on its official website, said Haniyeh had spoken on the phone with Qatar’s Prime Minister Sheikh Mohammed bin Abdulrahman Al Thani and with Egyptian Intelligence Minister Abbas Kamel, informing them of Hamas’s approval of their proposal regarding a ceasefire agreement.

According to a senior Hamas official, this does not mean that the ceasefire has come into effect yet, pointing out that the Israeli side has not yet communicated its position.

Another senior official told AFP on condition of anonymity, because he was not authorised to speak publicly about the negotiations that: “The ball is now in the court of the Israeli occupation, whether it will agree to the ceasefire agreement or obstruct it.”

The Hamas announcement came after Israel on Monday called on Palestinians to leave eastern Rafah ahead of a ground invasion of the southern Gaza city, amid increasing global alarm about the consequences of such a move.

An AFP correspondent reported that in Rafah, where civilians had voiced fear and confusion over the evacuation order, crowds cheered and fired in the air in the streets following Hamas’s announcement.

The correspondent added that people were crying tears of happiness, chanting “Allahu Akbar” (God is Greatest) and shooting in the air in celebration of the news.

Despite months of shuttle diplomacy, mediators have failed to broker a new truce like the week-long ceasefire that saw 105 hostages released last November, the Israelis among them in exchange for Palestinians held by Israel.

Previous negotiation efforts had stalled in part because of Hamas’s demand for a lasting ceasefire and Netanyahu’s vows to crush its remaining fighters in Rafah.

Gaza’s bloodiest-ever war began following Hamas’s unprecedented October 7 attack on Israel that resulted in the deaths of more than 1,170 people, mostly civilians, according to an AFP tally of Israeli official figures.

Israel estimates that 128 of the hostages abducted by militants on October 7 remain in Gaza, including 35 who the military says are dead.

According to the Hamas-run territory’s health ministry, vowing to destroy Hamas, Israel has conducted a retaliatory offensive that has killed at least 34,735 people in Gaza, mostly women and children.

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Tanzanian Crooner Juma Jux Pens Heartfelt Tribute to Wife Priscilla Ojo on Her 24th Birthday

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Tanzanian music sensation Juma Jux is showering his wife, social media influencer Priscilla Ojo, with love and adoration as she celebrates her 24th birthday. Taking to Instagram, the singer shared a touching video montage of Priscilla, expressing his profound gratitude and devotion.

In a heartfelt caption, Juma Jux revealed that Priscilla’s presence in his life has brought immense joy and clarity. He confessed that he couldn’t imagine trading their love for anything in the world. The singer also offered heartfelt prayers for his wife’s future, wishing her a lifetime of happiness, good health, peace, and love.

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Adorable Footage of Nollywood Star Nkubi Guiding His Toddler’s First Steps Warms Hearts

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Nollywood actor, comedian, and radio host Victor Udochukwu Nwaogu, famously known as Nkubi, has stolen hearts on social media with a poignant video featuring his one-year-old daughter. The doting father shared a heartwarming clip capturing the tender moment he taught his little one how to take her first steps.

In the endearing video, Nkubi is seen gently grasping his daughter’s hands, carefully guiding her through the process. Adding a touch of humor, the comedian included a playful voiceover, lightheartedly narrating his daughter’s reactions to his encouragement.

Nkubi, who has been sharing delightful photos of his family on social media, revealed his daughter’s name as Soromtochukwu. The lovely post has garnered widespread acclaim, with fans and followers celebrating the beautiful father-daughter bonding moment.

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Security operatives in Borno governor’s convoy intercept Boko Haram attack

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Security personnel attached to the convoy of Borno State Governor, Prof. Babagana Umara Zulum, intercepted a Boko Haram operation along the Damaturu–Biu road in Yobe State, rescuing several abducted travellers and recovering weapons abandoned by the insurgents.

The attack occurred near Gujba town around 4:48 p.m. on Monday as the governor’s convoy was returning from Biu, where Zulum had earlier commissioned projects in Biu and Hawul Local Government Areas. The governor had left the convoy earlier for an urgent engagement in Maiduguri, leaving top government officials to lead the team back to the state capital.

According to eyewitnesses, the insurgents had barricaded the highway, seizing vehicles and forcing passengers to lie face down before the intervention of security operatives. One of the rescued victims, Malum Ari, recounted his ordeal, stating that the terrorists took his car key and held the passengers hostage.

“They collected the car key and asked the passengers to lie on the ground with their faces down. Luckily enough, they sighted the convoy, which greeted them with heavy fire, forcing them to retreat,” Ari said.

He described the attackers as more than 20 armed men, some of whom panicked and fled upon seeing the security convoy. One militant reportedly fell twice before managing to escape on a motorcycle.

A passenger expressed frustration over the increasing frequency of attacks.

“They always block the road in broad daylight,” he lamented.

The incident comes just days after Boko Haram militants raided Gujba town, killing a 32-year-old vigilante, Modu Bulama, and burning down shops and homes.

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