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Israel plans to remain in Gaza even if peace deal negotiated, defence minister says

Israel plans to maintain military presence in Gaza security zones after conflict settlement.

Hamas perceives disarmament calls as a political trap.

The humanitarian situation in Gaza is described as dire, significant civilian impact.

Israel launches extensive strikes in Gaza

Israel's airstrikes target Hamas amid stalled ceasefire negotiations.

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Middle East crisis live: Israel sends negotiators back to Qatar for next stage of ceasefire talks

Netanyahu pushes for ongoing ceasefire negotiations with Hamas amid hostage exchanges, reaffirming commitment to eliminate Hamas.

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Israel says it is considering alternatives to ceasefire talks with Hamas, deepening uncertainty

Israel plans to remain in Gaza even if peace deal negotiated, defence minister says

Israel plans to maintain military presence in Gaza security zones after conflict settlement.

Hamas perceives disarmament calls as a political trap.

The humanitarian situation in Gaza is described as dire, significant civilian impact.

Israel launches extensive strikes in Gaza

Israel's airstrikes target Hamas amid stalled ceasefire negotiations.

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Middle East crisis live: Israel sends negotiators back to Qatar for next stage of ceasefire talks

Netanyahu pushes for ongoing ceasefire negotiations with Hamas amid hostage exchanges, reaffirming commitment to eliminate Hamas.

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I Think They Want to Die': Trump Unloads on Hamas, Greenlights Israel to Finish the Job'

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Trump envoy confirms that Hamas has agreed to release the last living US hostage in Gaza

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Hamas to release US hostage amid hopes of Gaza ceasefire DW 05/11/2025

fromNew York Post

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Cash-strapped Hamas too broke to pay fighters as Israel cracks down: report

Hamas says it will free Israeli-US hostage in potential breakthrough in ceasefire talks

Hamas is willing to release an Israeli-US soldier, potentially easing negotiations for a ceasefire.

Hamas says it's willing to release the five American hostages in Gaza

Hamas is willing to release one Israeli-American hostage and the bodies of four dual nationals, yet conditions for exchange remain unclear.

US politics

I Think They Want to Die': Trump Unloads on Hamas, Greenlights Israel to Finish the Job'

fromwww.mercurynews.com

Trump envoy confirms that Hamas has agreed to release the last living US hostage in Gaza

Hamas to release last American hostage Edan Alexander in effort to negotiate ceasefire and aid flow.

Hamas to release US hostage amid hopes of Gaza ceasefire DW 05/11/2025

Hamas intends to release the last US hostage in Gaza to reignite ceasefire discussions.

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Cash-strapped Hamas too broke to pay fighters as Israel cracks down: report

Hamas faces severe financial struggles, impacting fighter payments and recruitment amid ongoing Israeli offensives and halted humanitarian aid.

Hamas says it will free Israeli-US hostage in potential breakthrough in ceasefire talks

Hamas is willing to release an Israeli-US soldier, potentially easing negotiations for a ceasefire.

Hamas says it's willing to release the five American hostages in Gaza

Hamas is willing to release one Israeli-American hostage and the bodies of four dual nationals, yet conditions for exchange remain unclear.

US news

U.S. cuts short Gaza ceasefire talks and accuses Hamas of lacking 'good faith'

fromABC7 Los Angeles

World news

More than 100 aid groups warn of starvation in Gaza as Israeli strikes continue

World news

Israeli airstrike kills 10 children near Gaza clinic as IDF says it was targeting militant; no immediate truce in sight

World politics

Israeli strikes kill at least 38 in Gaza as ceasefire talks reach critical point

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Israel steps up deadly bombardment of Gaza before ceasefire talks

World news

Israel kills over 100 in Gaza as Palestinians mark 77 years since the Nakba

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U.S. cuts short Gaza ceasefire talks and accuses Hamas of lacking 'good faith'

fromABC7 Los Angeles

World news

More than 100 aid groups warn of starvation in Gaza as Israeli strikes continue

World news

Israeli airstrike kills 10 children near Gaza clinic as IDF says it was targeting militant; no immediate truce in sight

World politics

Israeli strikes kill at least 38 in Gaza as ceasefire talks reach critical point

4 weeks ago

World news

Israel steps up deadly bombardment of Gaza before ceasefire talks

World news

Israel kills over 100 in Gaza as Palestinians mark 77 years since the Nakba

Intensified Israeli attacks in Gaza have resulted in significant civilian casualties, predominantly among women and children, amid ongoing ceasefire discussions.

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US, Israel recall teams from Gaza ceasefire talks after Hamas proposal

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At least 31 killed in Israeli strikes as fuel shortage puts hospitals at risk; no increase in aid despite Israel-EU agreement

US news

59 Palestinians in Gaza are killed by Israeli airstrikes or shot dead while seeking aid

World news

At least 1,060 Iranians killed during 12-day war with Israel, regime says Middle East crisis live

US politics

Hamas studying new ceasefire proposals, calls for end to Gaza war

US politics

The Irish Independent's View: Netanyahu must be stopped, and only the US has the power to do it

US politics

US, Israel recall teams from Gaza ceasefire talks after Hamas proposal

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At least 31 killed in Israeli strikes as fuel shortage puts hospitals at risk; no increase in aid despite Israel-EU agreement

US news

59 Palestinians in Gaza are killed by Israeli airstrikes or shot dead while seeking aid

World news

At least 1,060 Iranians killed during 12-day war with Israel, regime says Middle East crisis live

US politics

Hamas studying new ceasefire proposals, calls for end to Gaza war

US politics

The Irish Independent's View: Netanyahu must be stopped, and only the US has the power to do it

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Israel: Hostage families voice mistrust in own government DW 07/20/2025

Protesters demanded the release of Israeli hostages held by Hamas as negotiations for a ceasefire continued.

World news

Israel kills six children queuing for water as Gaza death toll tops 58,000; Palestinian-American killed in West Bank

Israeli strikes in Gaza resulted in at least 19 deaths, including six children, amidst stalled ceasefire negotiations.

Gaza: UN says nearly 800 killed near aid centers since May DW 07/11/2025

At least 798 people have been killed trying to access aid in the Gaza Strip in the last 10 weeks.

Trump claims Israel ready for Gaza peace deal in bid to boost Hamas ceasefire talks

Israel is ready to agree to a peace deal with Hamas, according to Donald Trump.

#russia

Russia hands Ukraine two proposed ceasefire options as both agree prisoner swaps

Russia and Ukraine remain far apart on ceasefire terms despite new talks, with disagreements over territorial claims posing significant obstacles.

Russia says it has reclaimed Kursk region, contrary to Ukrainian claim

Russia claims victory over Ukrainian troops in the Kursk region, while Ukraine denies this assertion, indicating ongoing hostilities.

Russia hands Ukraine two proposed ceasefire options as both agree prisoner swaps

Russia and Ukraine remain far apart on ceasefire terms despite new talks, with disagreements over territorial claims posing significant obstacles.

Russia says it has reclaimed Kursk region, contrary to Ukrainian claim

Russia claims victory over Ukrainian troops in the Kursk region, while Ukraine denies this assertion, indicating ongoing hostilities.

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Ex-Israeli Mediator Says Netanyahu's Aim in Gaza Is Permanent War, Not Ceasefire

The latest ceasefire negotiations are viewed unfavorably for Palestinians, enabling further Israeli actions in Gaza.

#ukraine

Russo-Ukrainian War

Russia-Ukraine war: List of key events, day 1,190

Russo-Ukrainian War

Can Istanbul talks pave way to end the war in Ukraine?

Russo-Ukrainian War

Ukraine war briefing: Maritime drone shoots down Russian fighter jet for first time, says Kyiv

Putin responds to Trump's Ukraine ceasefire plan with a three-day offer

Ukraine finds US proposal too lenient towards Moscow, initiating its own backed by Europe.

Russia ramps up pressure on all fronts as Ukraine offers to buy US Patriots

Civilian casualties in Ukraine prompt urgent appeals for US air defense systems amidst ongoing attacks.

High-stakes international talks seek to address the ongoing conflict and Ukraine's defense needs.

Ukraine allies promise 21bn in military support for Kyiv

Ukraine receives record military aid of 21bn from allies as negotiations for peace falter.

Russia-Ukraine war: List of key events, day 1,190

Ukraine strikes multiple Russian weapons sites in Moscow with drones on May 29.

Donald Trump calls for negotiations but refrains from new sanctions amid intensifying conflict.

Can Istanbul talks pave way to end the war in Ukraine?

Zelenskyy accepts Putin's meeting proposal, contingent on in-person attendance, marking a potential turning point in the war.

Discussions may focus on the conflict's root causes before addressing ceasefire negotiations.

Russo-Ukrainian War

Ukraine war briefing: Maritime drone shoots down Russian fighter jet for first time, says Kyiv

Putin responds to Trump's Ukraine ceasefire plan with a three-day offer

Ukraine finds US proposal too lenient towards Moscow, initiating its own backed by Europe.

Russia ramps up pressure on all fronts as Ukraine offers to buy US Patriots

Civilian casualties in Ukraine prompt urgent appeals for US air defense systems amidst ongoing attacks.

High-stakes international talks seek to address the ongoing conflict and Ukraine's defense needs.

Ukraine allies promise 21bn in military support for Kyiv

Ukraine receives record military aid of 21bn from allies as negotiations for peace falter.

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Russo-Ukrainian War

Russia-Ukraine war: List of key events, day 1,183

Russo-Ukrainian War

Russia-Ukraine war: List of key events, day 1,136

Russo-Ukrainian War

Gulf in US and Russian expectations marks start of latest ceasefire talks

Russo-Ukrainian War

The Irish Independent's View: Fear that US is about to sell out Ukraine is real, and it will have far-reaching consequences

Russia-Ukraine war: List of key events, day 1,113

Russia launched missile attacks on Ukraine, causing civilian casualties.

Recent territorial gains for Russia in Kursk as Putin visits troops.

Zelenskyy urges US support against Russia's aggression during ceasefire talks.

Russia-Ukraine war: List of key events, day 1,183

Russia continues to intercept Ukrainian drones, while artillery attacks in Kherson lead to casualties, highlighting ongoing conflict escalation.

Russia-Ukraine war: List of key events, day 1,136

Russia's military aggression continues to escalate, impacting civilians, as calls for a ceasefire grow amid ongoing international support for Ukraine.

Russo-Ukrainian War

Gulf in US and Russian expectations marks start of latest ceasefire talks

The Irish Independent's View: Fear that US is about to sell out Ukraine is real, and it will have far-reaching consequences

The upcoming discussion between US and Russian presidents raises concerns over a potential carve-up of Ukraine rather than a genuine ceasefire.

Russia-Ukraine war: List of key events, day 1,113

Russia launched missile attacks on Ukraine, causing civilian casualties.

Recent territorial gains for Russia in Kursk as Putin visits troops.

Zelenskyy urges US support against Russia's aggression during ceasefire talks.

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Video. Pope Leo XIV calls for humanitarian action in Gaza in first audience

"I renew my heartfelt appeal to allow access for decent humanitarian aid and to end the hostilities, whose heartbreaking price is paid by children, the elderly and the sick."

Russo-Ukrainian War

#trump

Russo-Ukrainian War

Trump-Putin call paves the way for trade, not sanctions DW 05/20/2025

Coming Home to His Family': Trump Announces Edan Alexander, Last Living American Held Hostage by Hamas To Be Released

Hamas is releasing Edan Alexander as a goodwill gesture, signaling a potential shift toward negotiations for ceasefire and humanitarian aid.

Trump says US will 'pass on Ukraine' if talks don't progress soon

Trump asserts ceasefire negotiations are critical and ongoing, stressing the importance of cooperation between Russia and Ukraine.

Trump very angry' with Putin approach to Ukraine ceasefire and threatens secondary tariffs on Russian oil Russia-Ukraine war live

Trump's tactics regarding the Ukraine war are ineffective, focusing more on bullying than constructive dialogue.

Russo-Ukrainian War

Trump-Putin call paves the way for trade, not sanctions DW 05/20/2025

Coming Home to His Family': Trump Announces Edan Alexander, Last Living American Held Hostage by Hamas To Be Released

Hamas is releasing Edan Alexander as a goodwill gesture, signaling a potential shift toward negotiations for ceasefire and humanitarian aid.

Trump says US will 'pass on Ukraine' if talks don't progress soon

Trump asserts ceasefire negotiations are critical and ongoing, stressing the importance of cooperation between Russia and Ukraine.

Trump very angry' with Putin approach to Ukraine ceasefire and threatens secondary tariffs on Russian oil Russia-Ukraine war live

Trump's tactics regarding the Ukraine war are ineffective, focusing more on bullying than constructive dialogue.

UK news

Video. Gaza death toll rises as Israel begins 'Gideon Chariots' offensive

US politics

Katz: Israeli army to stay 'indefinitely' in Gaza, Lebanon and Syria

UK news

Israeli troops move into Gaza; United Nations staffer killed in blast

Israeli strikes in Gaza kill 9, including aid workers and journalists, witnesses say

Israeli airstrikes in Gaza resulted in the deaths of aid workers and journalists, drawing criticisms amid stalled ceasefire negotiations.

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Israel says it is cutting off its electricity supply to Gaza

Israel is cutting off electricity to Gaza, affecting clean water production.

How is Israel violating the Gaza ceasefire deal?

Israel's refusal to withdraw from the Gaza-Egypt border undermines negotiations for the second phase of the ceasefire.

Video. Gaza death toll rises as Israel begins 'Gideon Chariots' offensive

Israeli military operations are intensifying as humanitarian concerns rise due to food shortages and significant civilian casualties.

US politics

Katz: Israeli army to stay 'indefinitely' in Gaza, Lebanon and Syria

Israeli troops move into Gaza; United Nations staffer killed in blast

Israel recaptured part of the Netzarim Corridor in Gaza, escalating military operations against Hamas amid rising fatalities and collapsing negotiations.

Israeli strikes in Gaza kill 9, including aid workers and journalists, witnesses say

Israeli airstrikes in Gaza resulted in the deaths of aid workers and journalists, drawing criticisms amid stalled ceasefire negotiations.

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Israel says it is cutting off its electricity supply to Gaza

Israel is cutting off electricity to Gaza, affecting clean water production.

How is Israel violating the Gaza ceasefire deal?

Israel's refusal to withdraw from the Gaza-Egypt border undermines negotiations for the second phase of the ceasefire.

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Who are the hostages believed to still be alive in Gaza?

Edan Alexander, the last known American hostage, was released due to ceasefire negotiations between Hamas and the Trump administration.

How India and Pakistan conflict turned from brink of war to ceasefire in days

The US mediated a fragile ceasefire between India and Pakistan after escalating military tensions.

US intervention was essential to de-escalate potential nuclear conflict during India-Pakistan tensions.

Ukraine works with Europe to ready new Russia sanctions after no ceasefire

Moscow squanders another opportunity to put an end to the killings. This once again demonstrates that Russia's only goal is to prolong the war.

Russo-Ukrainian War

#us-foreign-policy

Trump and Zelenskyy hold very productive' ceasefire talks at Vatican

Trump and Zelenskyy discussed a potential ceasefire during the Vatican funeral, but key differences in peace terms remain.

Zelenskyy emphasized Ukraine's position that all occupied territories, including Crimea, must be returned.

UK news

Ukraine war briefing: Trump wants Zaporizhzhia power plant for US'

Russo-Ukrainian War

CNN's Jake Tapper Grills Trump Envoy Steve Witkoff On Putin

Trump and Zelenskyy hold very productive' ceasefire talks at Vatican

Trump and Zelenskyy discussed a potential ceasefire during the Vatican funeral, but key differences in peace terms remain.

Zelenskyy emphasized Ukraine's position that all occupied territories, including Crimea, must be returned.

UK news

Ukraine war briefing: Trump wants Zaporizhzhia power plant for US'

Russo-Ukrainian War

CNN's Jake Tapper Grills Trump Envoy Steve Witkoff On Putin

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Trump gets testy when reporter presses him on why Ukraine war hasn't ended: 'Do you hear this ... I just got here'

Trump defends his stance on the Ukraine war, claiming he is not responsible for its duration, as he just took office three months ago.

Putin and Trump to talk with proposed Russia-Ukraine truce in balance

Trump is seeking Putin's support for a ceasefire in the Ukraine war, involving territorial negotiations and control over a nuclear power plant.

fromNew York Post

Trump gets testy when reporter presses him on why Ukraine war hasn't ended: 'Do you hear this ... I just got here'

Trump defends his stance on the Ukraine war, claiming he is not responsible for its duration, as he just took office three months ago.

Putin and Trump to talk with proposed Russia-Ukraine truce in balance

Trump is seeking Putin's support for a ceasefire in the Ukraine war, involving territorial negotiations and control over a nuclear power plant.

These Are the Middle East's Strongest Armies and Their Capabilities

15 Palestinian paramedics were killed by Israeli forces amid ongoing tensions and ceasefire negotiations between Israel and Hamas.

#russia-ukraine-conflict

Four in Ukraine killed in drone strike as Russia claims advances on ground

Escalating aerial attacks between Kyiv and Moscow highlight the urgent need for a ceasefire.

US news

The long history of Russia's broken promises to Ukraine

Spring brings more Russian advances as Putin rejects a ceasefire in Ukraine

Russia is increasing military pressure on Ukraine amid failed ceasefire negotiations.

Four in Ukraine killed in drone strike as Russia claims advances on ground

Escalating aerial attacks between Kyiv and Moscow highlight the urgent need for a ceasefire.

US news

The long history of Russia's broken promises to Ukraine

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Spring brings more Russian advances as Putin rejects a ceasefire in Ukraine

Russia is increasing military pressure on Ukraine amid failed ceasefire negotiations.

#ukraine-conflict

Ukraine war briefing: Strike into Belgorod destroys four Russian helicopters'

Ukraine's forces destroyed four Russian helicopters using Himars systems in Belgorod.

Continued cross-border attacks by Ukraine highlight the persistent military conflict.

Recent missile attacks in Ukraine resulted in multiple casualties and injury to children.

Ongoing negotiations yield no ceasefire agreement amid heightened tensions.

How Trump's call invited Putin to the feast, and put 'Europe on the menu'

Putin rejected Trump's full ceasefire offer, suggesting a partial ceasefire instead, while highlighting a new world order and neglecting Ukraine's involvement.

Ukraine war briefing: Strike into Belgorod destroys four Russian helicopters'

Ukraine's forces destroyed four Russian helicopters using Himars systems in Belgorod.

Continued cross-border attacks by Ukraine highlight the persistent military conflict.

Recent missile attacks in Ukraine resulted in multiple casualties and injury to children.

Ongoing negotiations yield no ceasefire agreement amid heightened tensions.

How Trump's call invited Putin to the feast, and put 'Europe on the menu'

Putin rejected Trump's full ceasefire offer, suggesting a partial ceasefire instead, while highlighting a new world order and neglecting Ukraine's involvement.

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Wealth and Warfare Empower a Rwanda-Backed Militant Group in Congo

M23 militia now governs in eastern Congo, controlling vital resources and cities like Goma, threatening the country's sovereignty.

Russia, Ukraine exchange prisoners as Trump says Zelenskyy call very good'

Russia and Ukraine agreed to a substantial prisoner swap amid ongoing negotiations for a potential ceasefire.

Putin's demands on west's support for Ukraine unacceptable', says Germany as Russia launches overnight strikes live

Moscow's trustworthiness is questioned following a phone conversation regarding Ukraine.

US-Russia discussions to continue, with focus on ceasefire arrangements and energy issues.

Ukraine: US and Russia's top diplomats discuss 'next steps' DW 03/16/2025

U.S. and Russia are discussing steps towards resolving the Ukraine war amid increasing international pressure on Moscow.

Kremlin says much to be done' on Ukraine ceasefire deal as Zelenskyy warns Putin will manipulate plan Europe live

Kremlin expresses cautious optimism for US-Russia ceasefire talks amidst ongoing challenges.

US officials travel to Moscow as Putin visits troops in Kursk

Negotiators are headed to Russia to propose a ceasefire backed by Ukraine, amid ongoing dialogue and military tensions.

Ukraine: Trump says negotiators headed to Russia 'right now' DW 03/12/2025

Diplomatic efforts for a ceasefire in Ukraine are intensifying with US negotiations and resumed arms deliveries.

Ukraine: US and Russia's top diplomats discuss 'next steps' DW 03/16/2025

U.S. and Russia are discussing steps towards resolving the Ukraine war amid increasing international pressure on Moscow.

Kremlin says much to be done' on Ukraine ceasefire deal as Zelenskyy warns Putin will manipulate plan Europe live

Kremlin expresses cautious optimism for US-Russia ceasefire talks amidst ongoing challenges.

US officials travel to Moscow as Putin visits troops in Kursk

Negotiators are headed to Russia to propose a ceasefire backed by Ukraine, amid ongoing dialogue and military tensions.

Ukraine: Trump says negotiators headed to Russia 'right now' DW 03/12/2025

Diplomatic efforts for a ceasefire in Ukraine are intensifying with US negotiations and resumed arms deliveries.

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Hamas agrees to release one US-Israeli hostage and four bodies

Hamas accepts a proposal to release a hostage, signaling progress in ceasefire negotiations with Israel.

Ukraine war live: Russian operation in Kursk is in final stage, Kremlin claims, as US negotiators head to Moscow

Negotiators are in Russia for ceasefire discussions after Ukraine agrees to a truce.

Poland seeks US nuclear weapons as deterrent against Russian aggression.

#middle-east-diplomacy

Live Briefing: Trump envoy Witkoff to travel to Doha for Gaza ceasefire talks

Diplomatic talks for Gaza ceasefire led by Steve Witkoff include hostages negotiations, marking a new phase in U.S.-Middle East relations.

Steve Witkoff: from property developer to global spotlight as Trump's tough-talking troubleshooter

Steve Witkoff's strong personal connection with Donald Trump positions him as a key player in negotiating peace in the Middle East.

Live Briefing: Trump envoy Witkoff to travel to Doha for Gaza ceasefire talks

Diplomatic talks for Gaza ceasefire led by Steve Witkoff include hostages negotiations, marking a new phase in U.S.-Middle East relations.

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Steve Witkoff: from property developer to global spotlight as Trump's tough-talking troubleshooter

Steve Witkoff's strong personal connection with Donald Trump positions him as a key player in negotiating peace in the Middle East.

World news

fromWashington Post

Live Briefing: Humanitarian groups, Arab nations condemn Israel for stopping aid to Gaza

Humanitarian groups condemned Israel's halt of aid to Gaza, asserting it violates international law and must not be used as leverage in negotiations.

World politics

Arab leaders discuss alternative to Trump Gaza plan at Saudi Arabia meet

Arab leaders are working on a plan to avoid Palestinian displacement and reject Trump's proposal for Gaza.