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Palestinian Authority signals readiness for Gaza control as ceasefire deal advances

A significant diplomatic development unfolded Friday as Palestinian President Mahmoud Abbas declared the Palestinian Authority's preparedness to assume "complete responsibility" in Gaza, coinciding with Israel's cabinet approval of a ceasefire agreement with Hamas scheduled to begin......

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......

Arab Ministers Praise King Mohammed VI's Commitment to the Palestinian Cause

Arab ministers of culture, meeting on Wednesday in Rabat, commended the efforts of King Mohammed VI, as President of the Al-Quds Committee, in supporting the Palestinian cause and the people of Palestine. In the final declaration of the 24th session of the Conference of Arab Ministers Responsible for......

Israeli Drone Strike Kills Six in Jenin Refugee Camp

A drone strike by Israeli forces in the Jenin refugee camp in the occupied West Bank has claimed the lives of six Palestinians, including a teenager and three siblings, according to reports. The attack occurred Tuesday evening when an Israeli drone fired three missiles at a group near a roundabout in......

Humanitarian Crisis Deepens as Conflict Persists in Gaza

DEIR AL-BALAH, Gaza Strip – Over 46,000 Palestinians have lost their lives in the prolonged conflict between Israel and Hamas, according to the Gaza Health Ministry. The 15-month war has inflicted widespread devastation, leaving no resolution in sight. The ministry reports a staggering 46,006......

Gaza Hospitals Near Collapse Amid Escalating Crisis

Three major hospitals in Gaza are on the brink of shutting down due to fuel shortages, as ongoing Israeli airstrikes have claimed the lives of at least 50 Palestinians in the past 24 hours. The United Nations has warned that this crisis poses a severe threat to patients and newborns, describing the situation......

End of an Era: Trudeau’s Resignation and the Collapse of His Political Vision

The resignation of Canadian Prime Minister Justin Trudeau marks the end of a tumultuous and disappointing political career. His announcement to step down, much like the defeat of a worn-out boxer, was expected. Trudeau, once hailed as a symbol of hope and change, leaves behind a legacy tainted by failure......

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......

Hamas Offers to Release 34 Israeli Captives Amid Ongoing Gaza Crisis

The militant group Hamas has announced its readiness to release 34 Israeli captives as part of a potential new agreement, while the death toll in Gaza has reportedly reached 45,805. According to a leaked list published by Saudi outlet A-Sharq al-Awsat, the proposed release includes twelve women and children,......

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,......

U.S. faces global criticism over $8 billion arms deal with Israel amid Gaza crisis

The United States has drawn significant international outrage following the Biden administration’s informal notification to Congress of an $8 billion weapons sale to Israeli forces. The announcement comes in the final weeks of President Joe Biden’s term, as his administration participates......

Palestinian Authority's Crackdown in Jenin: A Strategic Move for Survival

The Palestinian Authority (PA) is intensifying its operations against armed factions in the Jenin refugee camp, seeking to reassert its authority in the occupied West Bank. This move, experts suggest, aims to position the PA as a key security partner for the incoming US administration under President......

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......