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Escalation in Jenin: Israeli military operation claims lives

At least seven Palestinians were killed during an Israeli military operation in Jenin, a city in the occupied West Bank, according to the Palestinian Ministry of Health. The operation, described as a counterterrorism action by Israeli forces, involved soldiers, police, and intelligence services. However,......

Nearly 200,000 Syrian refugees return home after Assad's fall

The uncertain future of Syrian refugees continues to linger as many face difficult choices in the wake of the country’s ongoing conflict. The United Nations High Commissioner for Refugees (UNHCR), Filippo Grandi, revealed that nearly 200,000 Syrian refugees have returned to their homeland since......

China Commends Gaza Ceasefire and Advocates for Lasting Peace

China has lauded the commencement of a much-anticipated ceasefire in Gaza, marking a potential end to over 15 months of conflict in the region. The agreement, which came into effect on Sunday, facilitates the exchange of Palestinian detainees and Israeli captives, signaling a step toward de-escalation. During......

Hundreds of Egyptian aid trucks poised to enter Gaza as ceasefire takes hold

Egypt has announced the opening of its Rafah border crossing with Gaza to facilitate the delivery of much-needed humanitarian aid, following the implementation of a ceasefire between Israel and Hamas on Sunday. The Rafah crossing, Gaza’s primary link to the outside world, has remained closed since......

National security minister of Israel threatens resignation over ceasefire agreement

Israel’s National Security Minister, Itamar Ben-Gvir, has threatened to leave Prime Minister Benjamin Netanyahu’s government if a ceasefire deal with Hamas is approved, following over 460 days of conflict in Gaza. Ben-Gvir strongly criticized the proposed agreement and stated that his far-right......

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......

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......

Gaza Ceasefire Deal Nears Finalization: Qatar Announces Progress

A potential ceasefire in the prolonged conflict between Israel and Hamas in Gaza is reportedly closer than ever, according to the Qatari Ministry of Foreign Affairs. Spokesperson Majed al-Ansari, addressing a press conference in Doha, highlighted that negotiations to resolve the 15-month confrontation......

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......

Progress in Ceasefire and Hostage Negotiations: A Glimpse of Hope Amid Ongoing Conflict

A cautious sense of optimism has emerged as Israeli negotiators, including Mossad Director David Barnea, have arrived in Doha for talks regarding a ceasefire and the release of hostages. Despite ongoing challenges, signs of progress in these discussions have been reported. Key issues still separating......

Poland Ensures Netanyahu's Participation at Auschwitz Commemoration Amid ICC Warrant

The Polish government has pledged to guarantee the safe attendance of Israeli leaders, including Prime Minister Benjamin Netanyahu, at the 80th anniversary of the liberation of the Auschwitz-Birkenau concentration camp on January 27, 2025. This commitment comes despite an International Criminal Court......

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......