Israel-Hamas Talks

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Israel and Hamas are in ceasefire talks in Egypt, with progress reported but no end to the war in sight. A U.S. congressman praised hecklers at a protest, including one who made monkey gestures at a Black woman. Pro-Palestine protests on U.S. campuses have led to tensions and police intervention.

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Progress is being made in truce talks between Israel and Hamas, facilitated by Egypt, which have been ongoing in Cairo. Egyptian media have reported positive strides in the negotiations [1]. The talks come amid efforts to bring an end to the conflict that has led to significant loss of life on both sides. The United States and the United Kingdom have urged Hamas to accept a proposed truce deal with Israel to cease the violence [22]. Meanwhile, Palestine's Hamas leadership has been preparing a response to the truce offer [19].

In a separate incident, at the University of Mississippi, a group of white students mocked a black pro-Palestine protestor with derogatory gestures, prompting outrage online. Notably, a congressman applauded the behavior of the students, even amid continued backlash for their disrespectful actions [2]. The incident at the university sparked condemnation from various quarters, including celebrities like Lizzo, and garnered widespread attention [5].

The situation in Egypt, where Hamas representatives have arrived in Cairo to further truce talks, is being closely monitored for signs of progress towards a ceasefire agreement [3]. Amid these dialogues, Israel has been cautious and downplayed the likelihood of an immediate end to the hostilities with Hamas [13]. Throughout the conflict, various countries and international organizations have consistently called for an immediate ceasefire to prevent further loss of life and establish peace in the region [24].

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Hamas in Egypt for truce talks. Israel downplays chance of ending war

Los Angeles Times - 14 days ago - Egyptian state media report 'noticeable progress' in talks with Hamas and Israel, but an Israeli official downplayed prospects for a full end to the war.

Progress reported in Gaza truce talks, but Israel downplays chances of ending war with Hamas

wcvb - 14 days ago - A Hamas delegation has arrived in Cairo and Egyptian state media say there has been "noticeable progress" in cease-fire talks with Israel. But an Israeli official downplayed the prospects for a full end to the war.

Hamas Delegation has made ‘noticeable progress’ on ceasefire talks in Egypt: Report

Washington Examiner - 14 days ago - The Hamas delegation in Egypt has made "noticeable progress" in ceasefire talks, after months of deadlock, a report claims.

'Racist' Mike Collins blasted after cheering video of Ole Miss attack on Black student

Raw Story - 14 days ago - Republican Georgia Congressman Mike Collins came under fire Friday over a social media post applauding video of white University of Mississippi students racially abusing a Black woman participating in a campus protest for Palestine. Collins posted the video—in which numerous people can be heard gr...

Hamas’s arrival in Cairo boosts hope of Gaza ceasefire

thetimescouk - 14 days ago - Egyptian state media reports ‘noticeable progress’ in negotiations

Egypt progress truce talks as Israel downplays end to war with Hamas

Boston Globe - 14 days ago - A Hamas delegation was in Cairo on Saturday as Egyptian media reported “noticeable progress” in cease-fire talks with Israel while an Israeli official downplayed a full end to the war.

Ole Miss white students deride black pro-Palestine protestor with monkey gestures, 'Lizzo' chants; Internet fumes

Hindustan Times - 14 days ago - The University of Mississippi on Thursday witnessed an unpleasant incident as pro-Israel and pro-Palestine students clashed with each other.

Congressman praises Mississippi counterprotest including racist gesture

Los Angeles Times - 14 days ago - A counterdemonstration against a Gaza war protest at the University of Mississippi turned ugly when one counterprotester appeared to make monkey noises and gestures at a Black woman. A Republican congressman praised the hecklers.

Republican Praises Protest Hecklers, Including 1 Who Made Monkey Noises At Black Woman

The Huffington Post - 14 days ago - A clip from the University of Mississippi shows a white counter-protester making the noises and gestures amid students' pro-Palestinian protest on campus.

Pro-Palestinian protest at Ole Miss ends in heated confrontation

NBC news - 14 days ago - A group of pro-Palestinian protesters at the University of Mississippi became surrounded by a larger and rowdy group of counterprotesters Thursday, and had to be escorted into a building by police.

‘Ole Miss’ student seen on video making monkey noises towards Black woman during pro-Palestine protests

The Independent - 14 days ago - “Statements were made at the demonstration on our campus Thursday that were offensive and inappropriate,” said the University of Mississippi in a statement.

White House praises UNC students holding up American flag during protests as 'admirable'

Just The News - 15 days ago - Members of the Pi Kappa Phi fraternity held up the American flag near protesters on Tuesday, after the pro-Palestinian protesters took down the United States flag and replaced it with a Palestinian one. The fraternity's actions resulted in skirmishes between protesters and the counter-protesters and was also met by activists throwing items at them.

Congressman pummeled for praising students mocking Black protester with monkey sounds

Alternet - 15 days ago - U.S. Rep. Mike Collins, Republican of Georgia, is under fire after praising University of Mississippi students, some wearing American flag outfits, mocking a Black woman protester by making monkey sounds and shouting, “lock her up.”“Counter-protestors at the University of Mississippi made racist rem...

Black Protester Called 'Lizzo' By White Guys, Receives Monkey Taunts

TMZ - 15 days ago - A Black pro-Palestine protester was called "Lizzo" by a group of white counter-protesters during a heated faceoff this week ... and she received racist taunts likening her to a monkey.

GOP lawmaker promotes video of Ole Miss student making monkey sounds at Black protester

Raw Story - 15 days ago - Rep. Mike Collins (R-GA) on Friday drew instant criticism after he approvingly promoted a video showing white students at the University of Mississippi taunting a Black demonstrator — with at least one student making monkey noises at her.The video in question was taken on Thursday during a pro-Pales...

‘That Frat Should Be Barred from Campus’: Jemele Hill Blasts Frat Boys After Confrontation with Pro-Palestinian Demonstrators

Breitbart News Network - 15 days ago - Former ESPN personality Jemele Hill was triggered by a video of white frat boys counter-protesting left-wing Hamas supporters who were marching on the campus of the University of Mississippi.

Tensions Rise at Ole Miss as Counter-Protesters Taunt Palestine Supporters With Star-Spangled Banner

Time - 15 days ago - Pro-Palestinian demonstrations at the University of Mississippi turned sour as at least 200 counter protesters taunted their fellow students.