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Agreement reached to exchange Palestinian prisoners for Israeli hostages’ bodies

An agreement has been finalized under Egyptian mediation to release all Palestinian prisoners who were scheduled for release last week in exchange for the bodies of four Israeli hostages, according to reports from Egyptian state-linked media on Tuesday. Hamas has confirmed the arrangement, stating that......

Syrians in Druze-majority Suwaida reject Israeli statements, affirm sovereignty

Hundreds of Syrians gathered in the southern city of Suwaida on Tuesday, rallying in a show of national unity and rejecting recent statements from Israeli Prime Minister Benjamin Netanyahu. The demonstration, held at the city’s central Al-Karama Square, brought together members of trade unions......

Hamas Accuses Netanyahu of Sabotaging Gaza Ceasefire Agreement

A Hamas official has accused Israeli Prime Minister Benjamin Netanyahu of deliberately undermining the Gaza ceasefire deal by delaying the release of hundreds of Palestinian prisoners. In an interview with Al Jazeera, Basem Naim, a member of Hamas’s political bureau, stated that Hamas would not......

UN chief warns of escalating violence in West Bank

UN Secretary-General António Guterres expressed deep concern over the rising violence by Israeli settlers in the occupied West Bank and recent calls for annexation. His remarks came after Israel announced an extended military presence in the territory, with troops set to remain in refugee camps......

Morocco edges closer to historic F-35 acquisition in $17 billion deal

Recent reports indicate Morocco may become the first Arab and African nation to acquire the F-35 stealth fighter jet. The potential $17 billion deal, which would span 45 years for procurement and maintenance, has gained momentum following renewed diplomatic engagement from Washington. The development......

Hamas Proposes Full Captive Release for Permanent Ceasefire in Gaza

Hamas has put forward a proposal to release all remaining captives in the Gaza Strip in a single exchange, contingent on a permanent ceasefire and the full withdrawal of Israeli forces from the enclave. In a statement on Wednesday, Hamas spokesperson Hazem Qassem detailed the group’s stance on......

Lebanon's Concerns Over Israel's Military Withdrawal Deadline

As the deadline for Israel's military withdrawal from southern Lebanon approaches, the Lebanese government is expressing growing concerns about whether all Israeli troops will leave as planned by February 18. This anxiety comes amid ongoing small-scale attacks by Israeli forces, highlighting the......

US-Israel strategy to defeat Hamas and address regional stability

US Secretary of State Marco Rubio and Israeli Prime Minister Benjamin Netanyahu have presented a unified stance on eradicating Hamas in Gaza, emphasizing their shared approach to Hamas and Iran. Rubio's visit to Israel, part of his first Middle East trip as Secretary of State under President Donald......

Gaza ceasefire under strain as US diplomat pushes controversial plan

US Secretary of State Marco Rubio held talks with Israeli Prime Minister Benjamin Netanyahu in Jerusalem on Sunday, seeking to bolster a fragile Gaza ceasefire amid ongoing tensions and controversy over the US-backed plan for the region. Rubio’s visit, his first to the Middle East as Washington’s......

Trump and Modi Strengthen Ties amid Trade and Security Talks

Indian Prime Minister Narendra Modi recently became the fourth global leader to meet with U.S. President Donald Trump at the White House since the start of Trump’s second term. Their meeting underscored a growing partnership, as both leaders praised each other while carefully avoiding contentious......

India set to acquire billions in US weaponry, including F-35 jets

US President Donald Trump has announced a significant increase in arms sales to India, including the potential delivery of F-35 stealth fighter jets. This development follows a meeting in Washington between Trump and Indian Prime Minister Narendra Modi, where discussions covered trade, immigration, and......

Gaza’s reconstruction requires over $53 billion, says UN

The United Nations has estimated that Gaza will need more than $53 billion to recover from the ongoing war with Israel, which has also impacted other Palestinian territories. According to a report released on Tuesday, at least $20 billion will be required within the first three years of reconstruction.......

Netanyahu Threatens to End Gaza Ceasefire If Hostages Are Not Released

Israeli Prime Minister Benjamin Netanyahu has warned that the ongoing ceasefire in Gaza will end if Hamas does not release Israeli hostages by midday on Saturday. His statement follows Hamas’ announcement that it would delay the scheduled release, accusing Israel of violating ceasefire terms. After......