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Israel blocks planned West Bank visit by Arab foreign ministers

Israel rejects Arab foreign ministers' meeting in Ramallah, citing security concerns.

Israel ramps up attacks on Gaza as Trump leaves region without a deal

Israel intensified airstrikes in Gaza, signaling a potential imminent ground invasion amid faltering negotiations with Hamas during Trump's visit.

At center of diplomatic intrigue, Israeli envoy pursues Saudi prize

Middle East peace efforts face challenges due to ongoing conflicts, particularly the war in Gaza impacting Israel-Saudi relations.

US politics

Trump Upset' by Photos of Gazan Children Urges Israel to End' War: Report

Mediators seek a new deal to release more than half of the hostages in Gaza

Negotiations in Qatar aim to secure the release of hostages held by Palestinian militants in Gaza.

UK news

20 hours ago

Israel blocks planned West Bank visit by Arab foreign ministers

Israel rejects Arab foreign ministers' meeting in Ramallah, citing security concerns.

Israel ramps up attacks on Gaza as Trump leaves region without a deal

Israel intensified airstrikes in Gaza, signaling a potential imminent ground invasion amid faltering negotiations with Hamas during Trump's visit.

At center of diplomatic intrigue, Israeli envoy pursues Saudi prize

Middle East peace efforts face challenges due to ongoing conflicts, particularly the war in Gaza impacting Israel-Saudi relations.

US politics

Trump Upset' by Photos of Gazan Children Urges Israel to End' War: Report

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Trump says Ric Grenell may be his UN ambassador - as he confirms plans for first foreign trip

Trump may nominate Ric Grenell as UN ambassador following his withdrawal of Elise Stefanik's nomination, highlighting the importance of this diplomatic role.

Trump warns Netanyahu off Iran strike as nuclear talks continue

US President Trump advises Israel to avoid strikes on Iran for ongoing nuclear talks.

Iran may halt uranium enrichment if specific US conditions are met for a new deal.

US to offer Saudi Arabia $100bn weapons deal as Trump visit planned: Report

The US plans to offer Saudi Arabia a $100 billion arms package during Trump's upcoming Middle East visit.

US Elections

fromwww.nytimes.com

Trump Aides to Meet With Russian Officials About Ukraine Next Week

Trump administration aides are set to meet Russian officials in Saudi Arabia to discuss ending the Ukraine war, raising concerns from Ukrainian leaders.

fromThe American Conservative

Importers respond U.S.-China tariff cuts. And, takeaways from day 1 of Diddy's trial

A temporary U.S.-China trade deal is causing increased demand for imported goods, amid concerns about shipping capacity and costs.

Right-wing politics

Trump to Appoint Witkoff to Iran Role

Trump appoints Steve Witkoff to address Iran's nuclear program concerns, highlighting a potential shift in diplomatic strategy.

Trump says Ric Grenell may be his UN ambassador - as he confirms plans for first foreign trip

Trump may nominate Ric Grenell as UN ambassador following his withdrawal of Elise Stefanik's nomination, highlighting the importance of this diplomatic role.

Trump warns Netanyahu off Iran strike as nuclear talks continue

US President Trump advises Israel to avoid strikes on Iran for ongoing nuclear talks.

Iran may halt uranium enrichment if specific US conditions are met for a new deal.

US to offer Saudi Arabia $100bn weapons deal as Trump visit planned: Report

The US plans to offer Saudi Arabia a $100 billion arms package during Trump's upcoming Middle East visit.

US Elections

fromwww.nytimes.com

Trump Aides to Meet With Russian Officials About Ukraine Next Week

Trump administration aides are set to meet Russian officials in Saudi Arabia to discuss ending the Ukraine war, raising concerns from Ukrainian leaders.

fromThe American Conservative

Importers respond U.S.-China tariff cuts. And, takeaways from day 1 of Diddy's trial

A temporary U.S.-China trade deal is causing increased demand for imported goods, amid concerns about shipping capacity and costs.

Right-wing politics

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Trump to Appoint Witkoff to Iran Role

Trump appoints Steve Witkoff to address Iran's nuclear program concerns, highlighting a potential shift in diplomatic strategy.

#nuclear-negotiations

Iran has doubts' about US intentions ahead of nuclear talks

Iran expresses doubts about US motives yet remains committed to negotiations for its nuclear program.

US news

Iranian officials warn nuclear talks in peril without uranium compromise

US news

'Jury out' on US-Iran nuclear talks, says UN atomic watchdog chief

Iran has doubts' about US intentions ahead of nuclear talks

Iran expresses doubts about US motives yet remains committed to negotiations for its nuclear program.

US news

Iranian officials warn nuclear talks in peril without uranium compromise

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US news

'Jury out' on US-Iran nuclear talks, says UN atomic watchdog chief

Arab countries hope for big US business amid war in Gaza DW 05/10/2025

Trump will refer to the Persian Gulf as the Arabian Gulf during his trip, symbolizing support for Arab nations.

A significant announcement is anticipated during Trump's Middle East visit, focusing on regional issues.

Trump wants to meet Putin 'as soon as we can set it up' after in-person Russia-Ukraine talks fall through

Trump aims for an urgent meeting with Putin after failed Russia-Ukraine talks.

Trump Says He Ended India-Pakistan Conflict, Then Is Unsure

Trump claimed credit for a U.S.-brokered ceasefire between India and Pakistan but acknowledged uncertainty about lasting peace.

US politics

Trump makes the Gulf states feel powerful, but the real test is: can they stop Israel's war? | Nesrine Malik

3 weeks ago

Arab countries hope for big US business amid war in Gaza DW 05/10/2025

Trump will refer to the Persian Gulf as the Arabian Gulf during his trip, symbolizing support for Arab nations.

A significant announcement is anticipated during Trump's Middle East visit, focusing on regional issues.

Trump wants to meet Putin 'as soon as we can set it up' after in-person Russia-Ukraine talks fall through

Trump aims for an urgent meeting with Putin after failed Russia-Ukraine talks.

Trump Says He Ended India-Pakistan Conflict, Then Is Unsure

Trump claimed credit for a U.S.-brokered ceasefire between India and Pakistan but acknowledged uncertainty about lasting peace.

US politics

Trump makes the Gulf states feel powerful, but the real test is: can they stop Israel's war? | Nesrine Malik

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#donald-trump

Trump meets Syria's president after lifting US sanctions on country

Trump met with Syria's president to discuss normalizing relations and lifting sanctions on Syria, marking a potential shift in US foreign policy.

fromtime.com

Why Trump and the Saudis Are Cozying Up

Trump's visit to Saudi Arabia highlights the importance of U.S. relations with Riyadh and potential security agreements.

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.

Washington DC

US: Trump announces Boeing secured major Qatar Airways order DW 05/14/2025

US news

Middle East: Iran says 'hasn't received' Trump proposal DW 05/16/2025

Trump meets Syria's president after lifting US sanctions on country

Trump met with Syria's president to discuss normalizing relations and lifting sanctions on Syria, marking a potential shift in US foreign policy.

fromtime.com

Why Trump and the Saudis Are Cozying Up

Trump's visit to Saudi Arabia highlights the importance of U.S. relations with Riyadh and potential security agreements.

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.

Washington DC

US: Trump announces Boeing secured major Qatar Airways order DW 05/14/2025

US news

Middle East: Iran says 'hasn't received' Trump proposal DW 05/16/2025

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'Brain dead' Biden never could have pulled off Trump's show-stopping Middle East trip, Dems admit

It's amazing what can be accomplished when the president isn't f-king brain dead," a senior congressional Democratic aide told The Post Thursday.

US politics

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fromwww.mercurynews.com

9 months ago

Left-wing politics

Opinion: Is this the last chance for a cease-fire in Gaza?

3 weeks ago

Right-wing politics

Fox's Mark Levin Drops Scathing Attack On Trump's Middle East Envoy

fromTruthout

US news

Trump Says He's Ending US Sanctions on Syria as He Cozies Up to Saudi Arabia

6 months ago

France politics

Israel reportedly set to approve ceasefire with Lebanon's Hezbollah

fromwww.mercurynews.com

9 months ago

Left-wing politics

Opinion: Is this the last chance for a cease-fire in Gaza?

3 weeks ago

Right-wing politics

Fox's Mark Levin Drops Scathing Attack On Trump's Middle East Envoy

fromTruthout

US news

Trump Says He's Ending US Sanctions on Syria as He Cozies Up to Saudi Arabia

6 months ago

France politics

Israel reportedly set to approve ceasefire with Lebanon's Hezbollah

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The U.S. and China cut tariffs. And, what's expected from Trump's Middle East trip

The U.S. and China have agreed to significantly reduce tariffs on each other's goods.

#israel-hamas-conflict

Germany news

Germany, UK urge Israel to resume aid, electricity to Gaza DW 03/10/2025

Negotiations in Doha aim to address a fragile ceasefire in Gaza.

The January truce includes phases for hostage release and sustainable calm.

World news

Qatar hints at progress in Gaza truce talks as UN urges lifting of blockade

Qatar reports slight progress in Israel-Hamas ceasefire talks amidst a worsening humanitarian crisis in Gaza.

Germany news

Germany, UK urge Israel to resume aid, electricity to Gaza DW 03/10/2025

Negotiations in Doha aim to address a fragile ceasefire in Gaza.

The January truce includes phases for hostage release and sustainable calm.

World news

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Qatar hints at progress in Gaza truce talks as UN urges lifting of blockade

Qatar reports slight progress in Israel-Hamas ceasefire talks amidst a worsening humanitarian crisis in Gaza.

#hostages

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.

Russo-Ukrainian War

Putin tells freed Russian hostage to thank Hamas for 'humanitarian act' of releasing him after 500 days in captivity

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.

Russo-Ukrainian War

Putin tells freed Russian hostage to thank Hamas for 'humanitarian act' of releasing him after 500 days in captivity

more#hostages

#saudi-arabia

World politics

Mohammed bin Salman wants an alternative to Trump's Gaza plan but one that most benefits Saudi Arabia | Madawi al-Rasheed

Saudi Arabia aims to establish a Palestinian state as a prerequisite for normalizing relations with Israel, influencing regional leadership discussions.

US news

Rubio is in Saudi Arabia to discuss the Gaza ceasefire and Ukraine war

fromWashington Post

Miscellaneous

As Trump envoy pushes Gaza ceasefire, Persian Gulf states eye postwar role

World politics

Mohammed bin Salman wants an alternative to Trump's Gaza plan but one that most benefits Saudi Arabia | Madawi al-Rasheed

Saudi Arabia aims to establish a Palestinian state as a prerequisite for normalizing relations with Israel, influencing regional leadership discussions.

Rubio is in Saudi Arabia to discuss the Gaza ceasefire and Ukraine war

Secretary of State Rubio discusses Gaza redevelopment and Ukraine war resolution during his Middle East visit.

fromWashington Post

Miscellaneous

As Trump envoy pushes Gaza ceasefire, Persian Gulf states eye postwar role

Who is Steve Witkoff? Trump's Middle East envoy is a real estate mogul and old friend

Steve Witkoff expands diplomatic role, successfully engaging in Middle East negotiations and a historic visit to Russia concerning the Ukraine war.

#syria

Europe news

How Meloni's al-Assad bet in Syria failed

Miscellaneous

Stand by our Syrian brothers', says Jordan FM after meeting al-Sharaa

Europe news

How Meloni's al-Assad bet in Syria failed

Miscellaneous

Stand by our Syrian brothers', says Jordan FM after meeting al-Sharaa

more#syria

Russo-Ukrainian War