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Israel severs ties with UNRWA amid mounting Gaza crisis

Israel has announced its decision to cut ties with the United Nations Relief and Works Agency for Palestine Refugees (UNRWA), accusing some of its employees of involvement in the October 7, 2023 events and allowing Hamas to use its facilities. The Israeli government alleged that UNRWA harbored Hamas......

A New Path to Peace: US-Hamas Dialogue for a Shift from War

Last week, senior officials from Hamas and the United States expressed a willingness to engage in “a dialogue,” signaling potential future diplomatic moves. This conversation, sparked by Hamas leader Mousa Abu Marzouk and US envoy Steve Witkoff, is likely an attempt to test the waters for......

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......

Israel halts Palestinian return to Northern Gaza amid hostage release controversy

Israel has suspended the planned return of Palestinians to northern Gaza, citing unresolved issues with the ongoing hostage exchange deal. The decision stems from complications surrounding the expected release of Israeli civilian Arbel Yehoud and four female soldiers. Israeli Prime Minister Benjamin......

Israeli chief of staff resigns, citing October 7 failure

Israeli Chief of Staff Herzi Halevi has announced his intention to step down from his position in March 2025, acknowledging responsibility for the military's failure on October 7, 2023. In his statement, Halevi revealed that he had informed Defense Minister Yoav Gallant of his decision, emphasizing......

Trump doubts Israel-Hamas ceasefire stability as truce enters day three

The ceasefire between Israel and Hamas has entered its third day, offering a brief respite in the ongoing conflict. However, U.S. President Donald Trump expressed skepticism about the durability of the truce, describing it as uncertain. As part of the agreement, humanitarian aid has begun flowing into......

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......

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......