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In the midst of the escalating Israel-Hamas conflict that has claimed over 1,500 lives, Governor Babajide Sanwo-Olu of Lagos State has announced the successful airlift and return of 310 Nigerian citizens who embarked on a pilgrimage to Jerusalem, Israel. Expressing his gratitude to all stakeholders involved, including the Lagos Ministry of Home Affairs, Sanwo-Olu acknowledged their efforts in ensuring the safe transportation of the pilgrims.<\/p>\n
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Taking to his social media platform, Sanwo-Olu shared the uplifting news, stating, “Good morning Lagos, I’m happy to announce that we have successfully airlifted and returned all three hundred and ten (310) citizens who went on pilgrimage to Jerusalem, Israel.” He continued, “I want to thank you all for your concern, and I must also express my joy to our Ministry of Home Affairs for a job well done.”<\/p>\n
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Meanwhile, the Israel-Hamas conflict has intensified, with Yoav Gallant, Israel’s defense minister, ordering a complete siege and blockade on Gaza, a Palestinian-controlled city. This action involved the cutoff of electricity, food, and fuel supplies to Gaza, following Israeli Prime Minister Benjamin Netanyahu’s declaration of war on Hamas.<\/p>\n
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As the crisis deepens, Israel has increased its airstrikes on Gaza, while Hamas retaliates by launching rockets into Israel. Israeli tanks and drones are actively guarding breaches in the Gaza border fence to prevent further incursions. Thousands of Israelis from towns near Gaza have been evacuated, and the Israeli military has mobilized over 300,000 reservists in a rapid response to the escalating situation.<\/p>\n","protected":false},"excerpt":{"rendered":"
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