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26.04.2025

26.04.2025Day Hamas Delegation In Cairo While Hussein Al-Sheikh Became Deputy

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This page is an archive of main headlines from Palestine for 26.04.2025.

It displays 139 headlines from many sources chronologically, as they appeared throughout the day, accompanied by AI overviews that were written in real time.

26.04.2025Day Hamas Delegation In Cairo While Hussein Al-Sheikh Became Deputy
The Hamas delegation arrived in Cairo to discuss a potential ceasefire based on a "comprehensive deal" framework, as casualties mounted with reports citing 51,495 killed and 117,524 injured. Al-Qassam Brigades released footage of rescuing Israeli prisoners from a bombed tunnel, prompting prisoners' families to claim military pressure was killing their captives.

The World Food Programme announced complete depletion of Gaza food stocks, with UN officials warning Gaza had entered "stage of famine." Humanitarian organizations reported moldy flour selling at high prices as hunger intensified across the territory.

President Abbas appointed Hussein Al-Sheikh as his deputy, institutionalizing succession plans following yesterday's PLO decision to create the position. This appointment, reportedly enjoying Israeli and American approval, occurred amid controversy over the US Justice Department lifting UNRWA's immunity, which Hamas denounced as dangerous bias toward "liquidating" the agency.
26.04.2025

05:1250 Palestinians Killed In Khan Younis Airstrikes

The newspapers report on intensifying Israeli airstrikes in Khan Younis, with 50 Palestinians killed as evacuation orders continue (Al-Ayyam, Maan News Agency). Today marks 40 days since the resumption of hostilities (Maan News Agency, Palestinian Information Center). Abu Obeida, Hamas military spokesman, states resistance fighters are ready for confrontation and "pledged victory or martyrdom" while preparing ambushes against Israeli forces (Arabi21, Felesteen News). Two Palestinians were injured after being rammed by an Israeli jeep in Jenin (Palestinian Information Center English). The UN warns Gaza's situation has reached "collapse point" (Raya Media Network), while an Israeli poll shows most Israelis support ending the war, believing it continues for political reasons (Sama News).
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06:43

07:05Hamas Delegation In Cairo Amid Escalating Gaza Casualties

The newspapers report on ongoing violence in Gaza with multiple casualties from Israeli bombardment in northern Gaza and Shati refugee camp (Palestine News Network, Quds News Network). A human rights center states Gaza has the highest number of journalist casualties worldwide (Felesteen News). Ceasefire talks continue with Hamas delegates visiting Cairo to discuss a new proposal (Arabi21, Palsawa News), while efforts intensify to reach a deal before Trump's Gulf visit (Sama News). In the West Bank, Israeli forces conducted arrest campaigns (Palestinian Information Center English). Al-Qassam Brigades reportedly set an ambush in Beit Hanoun, imposing "new equations" and exposing occupation vulnerabilities (Al-Resalah), while Syria responded to conditions for sanctions relief (Maan News Agency).

09:57Hamas Delegation In Cairo For Ceasefire Talks

The newspapers report on Hamas delegation arriving in Cairo to discuss potential ceasefire and prisoner exchange deals (Alwatan Voice, Felesteen News, Palsawa News). Meetings with Egyptian officials have begun to negotiate ending the war on Gaza. Meanwhile, Al-Qassam Brigades claimed a successful ambush in Beit Hanoun, demonstrating new capabilities against Israeli forces (Al-Resalah). The UN states Israel's war has destroyed the lives of 2.2 million Palestinians (Palestinian Information Center English), while families resort to burying their dead inside homes due to lack of proper burial sites (Maan News Agency). Reports also indicate Israel is using Gaza as an artificial intelligence testing ground (Quds News Network).
11:46

12:01Gaza Death Toll Exceeds 169,000 As Hamas Delegation Arrives In Cairo

The newspapers report on intensified Israeli bombardment across Gaza with Al-Mawasi area facing heavy strikes (Palestine Chronicle). Casualty figures show mounting losses with reports of 51,495 martyrs and 117,524 injured (Raya Media Network), while other sources cite a total of more than 169,000 killed and wounded (Palestinian Information Center English). Hamas delegation has arrived in Cairo to discuss ending the war based on a "comprehensive deal" framework (Quds News Network, Sama News). Coverage also includes news of a large explosion at a port in southern Iran causing 281 injuries (Maan News Agency) and Palestinians mourning Pope Francis who advocated for their cause internationally (Palestine News Network).
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14:00Gaza Death Toll Hits 51,495 As Famine Threat Looms

The newspapers report on the devastating humanitarian situation in Gaza with the death toll now at 51,495 (Palestine News Network English), as the IOF kills 32 children and 22 women daily (Palestinian Information Center English). Gaza has entered "stage of famine" with Palestinians facing moldy flour at high prices (Felesteen News, Palestine Chronicle). Military operations continue to be a focus with Al-Qassam Brigades executing operations against Israeli forces in daylight (Quds News Network) and resistance actions impacting Israel (Al-Resalah). Other headlines mention Houthi forces targeting an Israeli airbase in the Negev (Sama News) and coverage of Pope Francis' funeral (Raya Media Network).
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15:49Complete Food Depletion In Gaza As Famine Takes Hold

The newspapers report on worsening famine conditions in Gaza as food supplies have completely run out (Quds News Network, Palestinian Information Center English). New massacres are reported across Gaza as resistance forces continue to confront Israeli operations (Arabi21). A Hamas delegation is in Cairo for ceasefire discussions and potential new proposals to end the war (Raya Media Network). Al-Qassam Brigades released footage showing their rescue of Israeli prisoners from a tunnel that was bombed (Palsawa News, Sama News). Houthi forces claim to have targeted an American aircraft carrier with drones and attacked Israeli targets in Jaffa and Ashkelon (Maan News Agency).
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17:48Al-Sheikh Appointed Deputy President of Palestine

The newspapers report on Al-Qassam Brigades releasing footage showing the rescue of Israeli prisoners from a tunnel bombed by Israeli forces (Alwatan Voice, Quds News Network). Israeli prisoners' families responded by saying military pressure is killing their captives. President Abbas has appointed Hussein Al-Sheikh as his deputy, a significant political development covered by multiple sources (Maan News Agency, Palsawa News, Raya Media Network). Meanwhile, Israeli airstrikes continue to cause casualties, with two soldiers reported killed and six injured in Gaza fighting (Sama News), while another airstrike extinguished a mother's dream after 18 years of waiting (Felesteen News).

22:02Hussein Al-Sheikh Appointed PLO Deputy Amid UNRWA Immunity Controversy

The newspapers report on Hussein Al-Sheikh's appointment as deputy to the head of the PLO Executive Committee (Alwatan Voice, Quds News Network), with coverage examining his controversial political history. Hamas denounces the US Justice Department's decision to lift immunity from UNRWA as dangerous bias (Felesteen News). Reports continue of Israeli military operations in Tulkarem amid ongoing escalation (Maan News Agency). Palestinian journalists' union documents Israeli crimes against journalists in early 2025 (Palestine News Network), while Israel acknowledges military casualties in Gaza operations (Raya Media Network, Sama News).