Lava flowing from the Cumbre Vieja Volcano on the Spanish island of La Palma reached the Atlantic Ocean. Spanish officials said lava flowing into the ocean could trigger eruptions and clouds of toxic gases. Authorities urged citizens outside to find a safe place to take shelter. “The residents must strictly abide by the curfew when the lava reaches the ocean.” Head of the Canary Islands Volcanic Emergency Plan Miguel Angel Morcuende said. No casualties or injuries were reported to date.
Egyptian media reports that ceasefire talks between Hamas and Israel in Gaza, mediated by Qatar and Egypt, are set to resume next week. Israel is awaiting Hamas’s response to the ceasefire offer.
Israeli and US delegations, who were in Doha for negotiations, have returned home for consultations. The current agreement being discussed includes the exchange of hostages and prisoners, with plans for further talks on a permanent ceasefire and the release of additional hostages.
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