Gaza
Israel’s defense minister announced troops will remain indefinitely in security zones in Gaza, Lebanon, and Syria, complicating ceasefire talks with Hamas.
Israel has proposed a new Gaza ceasefire through Egypt and Qatar, but significant gaps remain as Hamas rejects key terms.
Over 300 reported killed in Gaza as Israeli forces conduct extensive strikes, ending the ceasefire with Hamas amid stalled hostage release negotiations.
German President Frank-Walter Steinmeier has strongly criticized the idea of relocating Palestinians from the Gaza Strip and resettling them in Arab countries, calling the proposal “unacceptable.” Steinmeier stated that any decision that disregards or even violates international law is unacceptable, and expressed doubt that such initiatives could lead to productive negotiations between Arab countries and…
Today, January 25, 2025, marks a critical moment in the fragile Israel-Hamas ceasefire as hostages from both sides are set to be released. Four Israeli hostages — young female soldiers held captive since October 2023 — will be freed by Hamas in exchange for over 200 Palestinian hostages detained by Israel. This exchange underscores the…