Thousands rally in Tel Aviv to press for Gaza hostage release
• Aug 27, 2025, 8:37 AM
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Thousands marched in Tel Aviv after the Hostages and Missing Families Forum declared a “National Day of Struggle.” At Hostages Square, former captive Sharon Aloni Cunio urged action, saying a deal existed and should be implemented without delay.
Hamas abducted 251 people during the 7 October 2023 attack that killed about 1,200. Most were freed in earlier ceasefires, but 50 remain in Gaza, with officials believing around 20 are alive. Israel’s military offensive has killed 62,819, according to Gaza’s Health Ministry, which says around half were women and children.
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Tanzania's President Hassan cleared to run in October election but key rivals are barred
• 6:31 AM
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Tanzania’s President Samia Suluhu Hassan has been approved to stand in October’s presidential election. She’s facing a field clear of her main rivals after the electoral commission barred the two main opposition candidates.View on euronews
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Uganda's NRM endorses Museveni as candidate for 2026 presidential election
• 5:16 AM
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Uganda's ruling National Resistance Movement has endorsed President Yoweri Museveni as its candidate for next year’s general election – and his seventh term as leader of the East African nation.<div class="small-12 column text-center article__button"><a h
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