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  IF TODAY IS YOUR BIRTHDAY A sun-Uranus link on your birthday will bring all sorts of unexpected developments. Some will be welcome and some will not but all can be utilized to change your life for the better. The future is always what you choose to make of it. ARIES (March 21 - April 20): If someone gives you unasked for advice this week don’t tell them to mind their own business because they could be doing you a very big favour. It may be they can see something you have missed, something that could save you a lot of money. TAURUS (April 21 - May 21): You need to raise your sights on the work front and do things that get your superiors talking about your talents. You may not be the most flashy member of the zodiac but when you get going there is usually no stopping you. GEMINI (May 22 - June 21): A shift in the way you approach life could result in big gains over the coming week, so don’t be afraid to experiment with new ideas and new methods. You won’t get everything right but y...
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Ceasefire Gains Momentum as Israel Releases Dozens of Palestinian Prisoners

 

In a significant move toward de‐escalation in the long‐running conflict, Israeli authorities have begun releasing dozens of Palestinian prisoners as part of an ongoing ceasefire deal with Hamas. The latest prisoner swap comes amid a series of reciprocal releases that have been central to the fragile truce established earlier this January.

According to reports, the release includes individuals held on a range of charges—from those convicted of participating in deadly attacks to others detained under administrative measures. This round of exchanges follows previous deals in which Hamas handed over several Israeli hostages, whose deteriorated condition sparked widespread public concern and condemnation from Israeli officials.

The prisoner release is seen as a tactical step intended to build confidence on both sides and create space for further negotiations aimed at securing a permanent ceasefire. International mediators have stressed that while the prisoner swap does not resolve all the underlying issues, it is a critical component of a broader effort to ease tensions and allow humanitarian aid to flow into the Gaza Strip.

At the same time, top figures in Israel and abroad have underlined the precarious nature of the ceasefire. Recent high‐level meetings—such as the joint press conference held by the U.S. president and the Israeli prime minister—have highlighted the international community’s role in trying to steer the situation toward a lasting solution. While both sides acknowledge that the deal is only a first step, the gradual process of exchanges is viewed by many as essential for paving the way toward ending hostilities and addressing the humanitarian crisis in Gaza.

As the ceasefire enters its next phase, negotiators are set to discuss further measures, including the eventual release of all remaining hostages and a phased withdrawal of forces. For now, the latest exchange stands as a rare moment of conciliation amid an otherwise volatile regional landscape.

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