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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.
UK Foreign Secretary David Lammy criticizes Israel’s detention and deportation of two British MPs, calling it ‘unacceptable and deeply concerning’.
Over 300 reported killed in Gaza as Israeli forces conduct extensive strikes, ending the ceasefire with Hamas amid stalled hostage release negotiations.
An in-depth report on the Armenian Patriarchate of Jerusalem’s urgent appeal against foreclosure, detailing the tax dispute with the Jerusalem Municipality and concerns for Christian heritage.
The political landscape has been shaken by U.S. President Donald Trump’s recent statements regarding the Gaza Strip. French President Emmanuel Macron publicly condemned Trump’s characterization of the crisis as a “real estate operation,” underscoring the severity of the humanitarian situation. This article examines the implications of Trump’s remarks, the international response, and the broader geopolitical…
In a rapidly evolving situation, Israeli Prime Minister Benjamin Netanyahu has issued a stark warning regarding the ongoing conflict in Gaza. As reported by Axios, Netanyahu stated that Israel would resume military operations in Gaza if hostages held by Hamas are not released by Saturday. This ultimatum has raised significant concerns about the potential for…
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…
Israel plans to release 1,904 Palestinian prisoners, including several serving life sentences for terrorism and murder, in exchange for the release of 33 Israeli hostages held by Hamas in Gaza. This exchange is part of the first 42-day phase of a ceasefire deal brokered with Hamas. Among the prisoners to be released, 737 are members…
After months of relentless diplomatic negotiations, President Joe Biden announced a landmark ceasefire and hostage agreement between Israel and Hamas on January 15, 2025. The deal, facilitated by the United States with the support of Egypt and Qatar, marks a significant step toward de-escalating violence in Gaza and reuniting hostages with their families after more…
The recent statements by Turkey’s Ministry of Energy and Natural Resources denying any involvement in supplying Azerbaijani oil to Israel reflect the intricate dynamics of energy politics and geopolitical alliances in the Middle East. Amid heightened tensions following Israel’s military actions in Gaza, Turkey has faced accusations that Azerbaijani oil transported through the Baku-Tbilisi-Ceyhan (BTC)…
Recent protests around the world, particularly in front of Turkish and Azerbaijani embassies, have drawn attention to the controversial sale of Azerbaijani oil to Israel. These demonstrations aim to spotlight the ongoing violence in Palestine and raise concerns over the use of oil supplies by the Israeli military. According to reports from the Islamic Revolutionary…
Nadav Tamir, former advisor to Israeli President Shimon Peres, has published an article in Ynet calling for Israel to recognize the Armenian Genocide and establish an embassy in Yerevan. Despite strategic relations with Azerbaijan, he argues that Israel should be guided by value-based principles in its foreign policy. Tamir emphasized the historical and cultural connections…
The United Nations Security Council (UNSC) has issued a strong call for restraint between Israel and Iran, warning that escalating hostilities could destabilize the already fragile Middle Eastern region. Following a series of recent Israeli airstrikes, Iran requested an emergency UNSC session to condemn Israel’s actions, a move supported by Algeria, China, and Russia. The…
Israel will cease hostilities in the Gaza Strip if the Palestinian Hamas movement releases the hostages held in the enclave. This was reported to journalists by Denny Danon, Israel’s permanent representative to the UN. “It would be a miracle, and I believe it would stop our activities in Gaza,” he said in response to a…