BERLIN: The Israeli government has urged Germany to lift its partial suspension of arms exports and travel warnings following the recent ceasefire in Gaza, signaling hopes for improved cooperation as peace efforts move forward. “We do expect the German government to lift those two restrictions now that the war is over,” said Israeli Deputy Foreign […]
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Israel limits Gaza aid after delay in body transfers
Israel has reduced the flow of Gaza aid, allowing only half the agreed number of trucks to enter the enclave from Wednesday. The decision followed what Israel called a slow release of bodies of deceased prisoners by Hamas. The cut has deepened concern over worsening food shortages and growing famine risks in Gaza. The Israeli […]
Hamas releases all 20 remaining living hostages as part of Gaza ceasefire
Hamas released all 20 remaining living hostages held in Gaza on Monday, as part of a ceasefire pausing two years of war that pummeled the territory, killed tens of thousands of Palestinians, and had left scores of captives in Hamas hands. Seven of the hostages were released early Monday, while the remaining 13 were freed […]
Peace possible? Lebanon’s President backs talks with Israel
Lebanese President Joseph Aoun has called for negotiations with Israel to resolve long-standing issues and avoid further war. His comments come after a US-brokered ceasefire between Israel and Hamas took effect in Gaza, raising hopes for wider regional stability. Aoun said the time is right for dialogue, stressing that Lebanon cannot remain isolated from peace […]
Hamas urges global watch on Israel after ceasefire
Hamas has called on U.S. President Donald Trump and international mediators to ensure Israel does not resume military action in Gaza. The appeal came shortly after Trump confirmed that the war in Gaza had officially ended. Hamas welcomed this statement but stressed the need for continued oversight to prevent future attacks. Speaking to AFP, Hamas […]
Hamas frees 20 hostages, Israel releases hundreds
Hamas released all 20 living Israeli hostages on Monday as part of a ceasefire agreement. The release took place in two phases and was overseen by the International Committee of the Red Cross. In the second phase, 13 hostages were transferred to Khan Younis in southern Gaza. Masked Hamas members escorted the hostages to Red […]
Trump arrives in Israel
TEL AVIV — US President Donald Trump arrived in Israel aboard Air Force One on Monday, marking the start of a high-profile Middle East peace tour just as the first Israeli hostages were freed after two years in Gaza captivity. Trump was welcomed with full honors at Ben Gurion Airport by Israeli Prime Minister Benjamin […]
Hamas Publishes Names of 20 Israeli Hostages to Be Freed Under Ceasefire Deal
DUBAI — The Palestinian group Hamas has published the names of 20 Israeli hostages who will be freed under the first phase of a ceasefire agreement with Israel. The list includes Bar Abraham Kupershtein, Evyatar David, Yosef-Chaim Ohana, Segev Kalfon, Avinatan Or, Elkana Bohbot, Maxim Herkin, Nimrod Cohen, Matan Angrest, Matan Zangauker, Eitan Horn, Eitan […]
Tens of Thousands Rally for Palestine in Sydney and Across Europe Amid Fragile Gaza Ceasefire
SYDNEY: Tens of thousands of people joined pro-Palestinian rallies across Australia and Europe this weekend, calling for an end to Israel’s occupation and showing doubt about the new ceasefire in Gaza. In Sydney, about 30,000 protesters marched through the city’s business district on Sunday after a court blocked their plan to gather at the Sydney […]
Egypt to Host Global Summit in Sharm el-Sheikh to Finalize Gaza Peace Deal
CAIRO – Egypt will host an international summit in Sharm el-Sheikh on Monday to finalize a peace agreement aimed at ending the Gaza war, the Egyptian presidency announced on Saturday. More than 20 world leaders, including U.S. President Donald Trump, are expected to attend. The summit follows a U.S.-brokered ceasefire between Israel and Hamas, which […]