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Prisoner exchange continues amid ongoing ceasefire

Israel has announced the release of 110 Palestinian prisoners as part of the ongoing ceasefire and prisoner exchange agreement with Hamas. According to the Palestinian Prisoner’s Society, the detainees are expected to be freed today in the third phase of the deal. Simultaneously, eight captives......

Netanyahu’s visit to Washington: A diplomatic milestone for US-Israel relations

Israeli Prime Minister Benjamin Netanyahu is scheduled to visit the White House next week, marking his first meeting with US President Donald Trump since Trump's return to office. The Israeli government confirmed that Netanyahu's visit is set for February 4, following an invitation from Trump.......

Palestinians begin returning to north Gaza amid hostage deal

Palestinians have started moving back to northern Gaza following an agreement for the release of six hostages by Hamas. This development comes after Israel announced the deal, which includes Arbel Yehud, a civilian at the center of tensions. Hamas released four soldiers on Saturday but delayed freeing......

Trump’s role in Gaza ceasefire fuels Arab American discontent with Biden

In November, Samraa Luqman, an Arab American voter, chose Donald Trump over Joe Biden, hoping that even a minimal chance of Trump pushing for a Gaza ceasefire would be better than the Democrats' failure to end the conflict. After Trump’s victory, Israel and Hamas agreed to pause hostilities......

Netanyahu and Biden Discuss Progress on Gaza Ceasefire and Hostage Negotiations

Israeli Prime Minister Benjamin Netanyahu and US President Joe Biden held discussions on Sunday about the ongoing efforts to reach a ceasefire in Gaza and facilitate the release of hostages. The conversation also emphasized the critical importance of increasing humanitarian aid in the region. According......

UAE Engages in Talks on Post-War Gaza Governance

The United Arab Emirates (UAE) is exploring a potential role in overseeing Gaza's governance, security, and reconstruction following the conflict, in coordination with Israel and the United States. Discussions have centered on establishing an interim administration until a reformed Palestinian Authority......

Netanyahu's Corruption Trial Paused Following Surgery, Amid Ongoing Gaza Conflict

The Jerusalem district court has postponed Benjamin Netanyahu's corruption trial for two weeks, following the Israeli Prime Minister's recent prostate surgery. The hearings, which will resume on January 20, are part of an ongoing legal case where Netanyahu faces multiple charges including fraud,......

Resignation of Former Israeli Defence Minister: A Turning Point in Political and Military Leadership

On January 1st, 2025, Yoav Gallant, the former Israeli Defence Minister, announced his resignation from the Israeli parliament, following a series of disagreements with Prime Minister Benjamin Netanyahu and his far-right coalition government. Gallant’s departure marks a significant moment in Israel’s......

Sweden Shifts Gaza Aid Strategy: Suspends UNRWA Support in Favor of Alternative Relief Channels

Sweden has announced a significant change in its humanitarian aid approach to Gaza, deciding to discontinue funding to the United Nations Relief and Works Agency for Palestine Refugees in the Near East (UNRWA) while increasing overall assistance through other organizations. The decision comes amid mounting......

Israeli Diplomat's Influence Shapes Paraguay's Sahara Policy Shift

The Paraguayan Senate has made a historic move by formally endorsing Morocco's autonomy plan for Sahara, with Israeli diplomatic channels reportedly playing a significant role in this development. The resolution, passed during a November plenary session, marks the first time Paraguay's upper......

Gaza Conflict Intensifying Strikes Amid Ceasefire Push

An Israeli airstrike in Gaza on Thursday resulted in the deaths of at least 25 Palestinians, with dozens more wounded, marking another grim chapter in the ongoing conflict. The attack targeted a multistory residential building in the Nuseirat refugee camp, adding to the toll of over 50 Palestinian deaths......

The Bibi Files A Portrait of Corruption and Leadership in Israel

Veteran filmmaker Alex Gibney’s latest documentary, The Bibi Files, exposes a deeply controversial chapter in Israeli politics, delving into the corruption allegations surrounding Prime Minister Benjamin Netanyahu. The film draws from over 1,000 hours of leaked police interrogation footage involving......

Saudi Arabia Shifts Focus from US Defense Treaty to Modest Military Cooperation Amid Israel Stalemate

Saudi Arabia has abandoned its pursuit of an ambitious U.S. defense treaty that would have linked its normalization of relations with Israel. Instead, Riyadh is now seeking a more limited military cooperation agreement with Washington, as diplomatic efforts evolve in the face of ongoing tensions in the......