Who doesn’t love a good chimp? Editor’s note: mentions of death.

Happening in the World: Hamas and the Israeli government have begun the first phase of a long-term ceasefire deal, but, following negotiations, Hamas has stated that it will not be able to provide 40 Israeli hostages to begin the framework that had been agreed upon. The negotiation that originally stood said that in exchange for the release of 40 Israeli hostages—identified as both women and sick and elderly men—hundreds of Palestinian prisoners currently held by Israel would be released. While Hamas has not clarified the reason for their inability to provide these hostages, the Israeli prime minister’s office has stated that at least 33 of the 129 hostages from the October 7 attack are dead. (CNN)

Happening in the US: Prime Minister Fumio Kishida of Japan visited the White House and President Biden on April 10, making a clear statement about the strengthening allyship between Japan and the United States. Impacts of this growing partnership between the two nations include military unity, economic growth and support, a unified push for environmental policy, and potential advances in space exploration. This allyship is critical to both nations’ response to China’s growing hostile diplomatic relations. President Biden and Mr. Kishida issued a joint statement at the end of the day, signifying the likelihood of an ever developing relationship between the countries. (NYT)

Happening in NYC: The Adams’ administration has officially terminated their relations with DocGo, the migrant shelter provider service that had been used previously to house incoming asylees. DocGo has been accused of mistreating migrants who rely on their services, primarily by way of employing unauthorized security guards. The administration now must find a new provider to house the 3600 migrants currently relying on government housing. According to a City Hall spokesperson, the administration is exploring all options. (The Gothamist)

Happening in Our Community: Visiting Faculty Member Dr. Aaron Sandel is leading a talk about his research of chimpanzees in Ngogo, Kibale Forest, Uganda from 7:15 to 8:15 pm in 608 Schermerhorn. Dr. Sandel’s fieldwork was done at the site of the Netflix series Chimpanzee Empire and specializes in chimpanzee physiology and behavior. The talk is intended for a general audience (no prior knowledge of chimpanzees necessary!) and is free to all Columbia affiliates.

Monkeys via Bwarchives