US President Donald Trump warned Iran on Monday of a potential strike if it resumes its nuclear or ballistic missile programs. Speaking alongside Israeli Prime Minister Benjamin Netanyahu at Mar-a-Lago, Trump also urged Hamas to disarm to advance the Gaza ceasefire. Trump suggested Tehran may be rebuilding weapons programs after the US strike in June, […]
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Trump, Netanyahu discuss Gaza ceasefire and regional security
WASHINGTON: US President Donald Trump is expected to press for progress in the stalled Gaza ceasefire when he meets Israeli Prime Minister Benjamin Netanyahu on Monday, with talks also set to cover Israel’s concerns regarding Hezbollah in Lebanon and Iran, according to Reuters. Read More: Gaza security force to include countries Israel ‘comfortable with says US Netanyahu […]
European nations, Canada condemn Israel settlements
Fourteen countries, including Canada, the UK, France, and Germany, condemned Israel’s approval of 19 new settlements in the occupied West Bank. Officials said the move violates international law and risks destabilizing the fragile Gaza ceasefire. The joint statement expressed deep concern and urged Israel to reverse the plan. The countries, including Belgium, Denmark, Italy, Iceland, […]
Hamas signals red line on arms in ongoing Gaza truce discussions
DOHA, Dec 15 – Hamas chief Khalil al-Hayya on Sunday said the group’s possession of weapons was a “legitimate right” that must be respected in any discussions on the next stages of the Gaza truce. Read More: Hamas says Israel’s killing of senior commander threatens ceasefire Speaking on Hamas-run Al-Aqsa TV, Hayya said the issue of […]
UK, US unite to pursue peace in Ukraine and stabilize Gaza
UK Foreign Secretary Yvette Cooper visited Washington on Monday to meet US counterpart Marco Rubio. The visit aims to strengthen diplomatic efforts to end the war in Ukraine. Talks will also focus on sustaining the Gaza ceasefire and regional peace initiatives. Cooper’s trip comes as Prime Minister Keir Starmer hosts Ukrainian President Volodymyr Zelenskyy and […]
Gaza truce hinges on full Israeli withdrawal, says Qatar PM
Qatar’s Prime Minister Sheikh Mohammed bin Abdulrahman Al Thani said the Gaza ceasefire is incomplete until Israeli troops fully withdraw. The truce, effective since October 10, has mostly halted fighting between Israel and Hamas. Qatar, the U.S., and Egypt helped mediate the agreement. Under the second phase, Israel is to leave Gaza, an interim authority […]
Khawaja Asif calls for global pressure on Israel
Defence Minister Khawaja Asif has urged the international community to pressure Israel into honoring the Gaza ceasefire agreement, which he said remains heavily one-sided due to ongoing violations. He emphasized that Israeli forces continue targeting Palestinians, including children, despite the formal ceasefire in place since October 10. He noted that at least 352 Palestinians have […]
Ceasefire at risk: Kushner in Jerusalem for urgent Gaza talks
US envoy Jared Kushner met Israeli Prime Minister Benjamin Netanyahu in Jerusalem on Monday. Washington is pressing efforts to ensure the fragile Gaza ceasefire holds. The truce has been in effect since October 10. The first stage included several prisoner and hostage exchanges. Netanyahu confirmed the meeting but did not provide additional details. Kushner’s visit […]
Israel resumes Gaza ceasefire enforcement amid renewed tensions
Israel has resumed enforcing the Gaza ceasefire agreement following a wave of airstrikes launched across the enclave in response to alleged Hamas violations. The strikes, which began late Tuesday, killed dozens of people and marked one of the most serious challenges to the fragile truce in recent weeks. Israeli officials stated that their actions were […]
Vance pushes for fragile Gaza ceasefire to enter next phase
U.S. Vice President JD Vance arrived in Israel on Tuesday to help advance the fragile Gaza ceasefire and push for progress. He met top Israeli leaders as part of efforts to move talks into a second phase under President Trump’s 20-point plan. The visit follows growing concerns about repeated ceasefire violations and the slow pace […]