Israeli Finance Minister Bezalel Smotrich warned Monday that Israel could reoccupy Gaza if Hamas refuses to disarm, heightening regional tensions. The far-right minister said military planning is underway, claiming Israel would have international legitimacy and US backing. His remarks come amid uncertainty over the next phase of the fragile Gaza ceasefire, affecting civilians and regional […]
Hamas disarmament
Trump hails $5 billion Gaza reconstruction pledge
US President Donald Trump announced that members of his “Board of Peace” have pledged over $5 billion for Gaza reconstruction and humanitarian aid. The commitments also include thousands of personnel for a UN-authorized stabilization force. The pledges will be formally unveiled at a Washington meeting on Thursday. The inaugural Board of Peace meeting will include […]
Trump-Netanyahu meeting: Iran warned, Hamas challenged
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, […]