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US politics
fromAxios
2 months ago

U.S.-Israel tensions over Hamas meetings simmer ahead of Gaza talks

Netanyahu is privately upset with U.S. involvement in Hamas talks, while public communications remain stable.
UK news
fromwww.nytimes.com
2 months ago

Friday Briefing: Hamas Targets Tel Aviv

Escalating violence in Gaza returns to a deadlock as Israel seeks Hamas's defeat while Hamas demands survival guarantees for hostage release.
NYC parents
fromNew York Post
2 months ago

Hamas accepts new hostage deal, which Israel counters with demand for additional captives: reports

Hamas might release hostages in exchange for a 50-day cease-fire, amid protests in Israel for their release.
US politics
fromAxios
2 months ago

U.S.-Israel tensions over Hamas meetings simmer ahead of Gaza talks

Netanyahu is privately upset with U.S. involvement in Hamas talks, while public communications remain stable.
UK news
fromwww.nytimes.com
2 months ago

Friday Briefing: Hamas Targets Tel Aviv

Escalating violence in Gaza returns to a deadlock as Israel seeks Hamas's defeat while Hamas demands survival guarantees for hostage release.
NYC parents
fromNew York Post
2 months ago

Hamas accepts new hostage deal, which Israel counters with demand for additional captives: reports

Hamas might release hostages in exchange for a 50-day cease-fire, amid protests in Israel for their release.
more#israel
#us-syria-relations
US news
fromwww.npr.org
3 weeks ago

Trump meets Syria's interim president after pledging to lift sanctions

Trump announced the lifting of U.S. sanctions against Syria during a meeting with interim President Ahmed al-Sharaa, aiming to aid Syria's reconstruction.
Washington DC
fromeuronews
1 week ago

US reopens ambassador's residence in bid to warm relations with Syria

Raising the US flag in Damascus symbolizes improving relations between the US and the new Syrian government.
US politics
fromeuronews
3 weeks ago

Trump meets with new Syrian leader in Saudi Arabia

Trump's meeting with Syrian leader Ahmad al-Sharaa marks a potential shift in US-Syria relations and introduces sanctions relief.
US news
fromwww.npr.org
3 weeks ago

Trump meets Syria's interim president after pledging to lift sanctions

Trump announced the lifting of U.S. sanctions against Syria during a meeting with interim President Ahmed al-Sharaa, aiming to aid Syria's reconstruction.
Washington DC
fromeuronews
1 week ago

US reopens ambassador's residence in bid to warm relations with Syria

Raising the US flag in Damascus symbolizes improving relations between the US and the new Syrian government.
US politics
fromeuronews
3 weeks ago

Trump meets with new Syrian leader in Saudi Arabia

Trump's meeting with Syrian leader Ahmad al-Sharaa marks a potential shift in US-Syria relations and introduces sanctions relief.
more#us-syria-relations
#terrorism
UK news
fromWashington Post
3 months ago

Live Briefing: Israel ramps up operations in West Bank after bus explosions

Israeli military escalates operations in West Bank after bus explosions; key focus on recent hostages and regional political discussions.
fromNew York Post
2 weeks ago
NYC LGBT

Sick pro-Hamas groups celebrate horrific murder of Israeli diplomats outside Jewish museum as 'heroic attack'

UK news
fromWashington Post
3 months ago

Live Briefing: Israel ramps up operations in West Bank after bus explosions

Israeli military escalates operations in West Bank after bus explosions; key focus on recent hostages and regional political discussions.
fromNew York Post
2 weeks ago
NYC LGBT

Sick pro-Hamas groups celebrate horrific murder of Israeli diplomats outside Jewish museum as 'heroic attack'

more#terrorism
#humanitarian-aid
Germany news
fromwww.dw.com
2 months ago

France, Germany, Italy, UK hail Arab-backed Gaza plan DW 03/08/2025

A $53 billion Arab-backed reconstruction plan for Gaza aims to improve living conditions without displacing Palestinians.
World news
fromABC7 Los Angeles
2 weeks ago

UN says no aid that has entered Gaza this week has reached Palestinians

The U.N. aims to deliver aid in Gaza amidst delays and fears of looting, while Israel prepares a controversial new aid system.
Germany news
fromwww.dw.com
2 months ago

France, Germany, Italy, UK hail Arab-backed Gaza plan DW 03/08/2025

A $53 billion Arab-backed reconstruction plan for Gaza aims to improve living conditions without displacing Palestinians.
World news
fromABC7 Los Angeles
2 weeks ago

UN says no aid that has entered Gaza this week has reached Palestinians

The U.N. aims to deliver aid in Gaza amidst delays and fears of looting, while Israel prepares a controversial new aid system.
more#humanitarian-aid
UK politics
fromwww.independent.co.uk
2 weeks ago

David Lammy's speech in full as UK pauses Israel trade talks

The Independent emphasizes the importance of quality journalism accessible to all, highlighting ongoing issues like reproductive rights, trade talks, and Middle East conflicts.
#iran-nuclear-deal
US news
fromRadioFreeEurope/RadioLiberty
2 weeks ago

As US Pushes For Zero Enrichment, Iran Insists It Won't Give It Up Nuclear Program

The Trump administration's strict position seeks zero uranium enrichment from Iran, while Iran insists on its right to enrich.
fromabc7.com
3 weeks ago
Washington DC

Trump tells Gulf leaders Iran must cease support of proxy groups as part of any nuclear deal

US news
fromRadioFreeEurope/RadioLiberty
2 weeks ago

As US Pushes For Zero Enrichment, Iran Insists It Won't Give It Up Nuclear Program

The Trump administration's strict position seeks zero uranium enrichment from Iran, while Iran insists on its right to enrich.
fromabc7.com
3 weeks ago
Washington DC

Trump tells Gulf leaders Iran must cease support of proxy groups as part of any nuclear deal

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#trump-administration
World politics
fromwww.aljazeera.com
3 months ago

Arab leaders set to meet to counter Trump's Gaza plan

Arab leaders unite against Trump's Gaza plan in an urgent summit.
Discussions will address Gaza governance and reconstruction efforts.
The summit is deemed crucial for Arab unity regarding Palestine.
US politics
fromeuronews
3 weeks ago

Trump joined by Musk in Saudi Arabia as US eyes deals with Gulf states

Trump's visit to Saudi Arabia aims to secure major investments and strengthen ties with Gulf nations.
US politics
fromwww.mediaite.com
1 month ago

Trump Reveals the U.S. Is Negotiating Directly With Iran at a Very High Level' on a Nuclear Deal

The U.S. will engage in direct negotiations with Iran regarding a nuclear deal.
World politics
fromwww.aljazeera.com
3 months ago

Arab leaders set to meet to counter Trump's Gaza plan

Arab leaders unite against Trump's Gaza plan in an urgent summit.
Discussions will address Gaza governance and reconstruction efforts.
The summit is deemed crucial for Arab unity regarding Palestine.
US politics
fromeuronews
3 weeks ago

Trump joined by Musk in Saudi Arabia as US eyes deals with Gulf states

Trump's visit to Saudi Arabia aims to secure major investments and strengthen ties with Gulf nations.
US politics
fromwww.mediaite.com
1 month ago

Trump Reveals the U.S. Is Negotiating Directly With Iran at a Very High Level' on a Nuclear Deal

The U.S. will engage in direct negotiations with Iran regarding a nuclear deal.
more#trump-administration
#gaza-conflict
World politics
fromNew York Post
3 months ago

Hamas' macabre handover of hostage remains shows how hate rules all Gaza

Hamas exploited the tragic handover of Israeli hostages' remains as propaganda, reflecting broader societal issues in Gaza.
Washington DC
fromwww.aljazeera.com
2 months ago

US, Israel want to displace Palestinians from Gaza to East Africa: Report

U.S. and Israel are negotiating with East African nations to resettle Palestinians from Gaza, amid accusations of ethnic cleansing.
US news
fromThe Washington Post
3 weeks ago

Israel ramps up strikes in Gaza as Trump tours Middle East

Israeli airstrikes in Gaza have escalated, killing over 100 people and intensifying civilian suffering amidst ongoing conflict.
World politics
fromNew York Post
3 months ago

Hamas' macabre handover of hostage remains shows how hate rules all Gaza

Hamas exploited the tragic handover of Israeli hostages' remains as propaganda, reflecting broader societal issues in Gaza.
Washington DC
fromwww.aljazeera.com
2 months ago

US, Israel want to displace Palestinians from Gaza to East Africa: Report

U.S. and Israel are negotiating with East African nations to resettle Palestinians from Gaza, amid accusations of ethnic cleansing.
US news
fromThe Washington Post
3 weeks ago

Israel ramps up strikes in Gaza as Trump tours Middle East

Israeli airstrikes in Gaza have escalated, killing over 100 people and intensifying civilian suffering amidst ongoing conflict.
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#hezbollah
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US politics
fromwww.theguardian.com
3 weeks ago

US and Saudi Arabia sign $142bn arms deal as Trump to meet Syrian leader

The US and Saudi Arabia signed a historic $142bn arms deal during Trump's Gulf tour, emphasizing his transactional foreign policy.
fromwww.dw.com
3 weeks ago

PKK disarms, disbands: How will it impact the Middle East? DW 05/13/2025

The PKK's disbandment marks a pivotal turning point in decades of tension and violence in Turkey, impacting the broader Kurdish movement across the region.
SF politics
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#ceasefire-negotiations
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#us-iran-relations
US news
fromwww.dw.com
1 month ago

Iran hails 'constructive' nuclear talks with US in Rome DW 04/19/2025

The US and Iran are progressing towards a third round of nuclear talks, indicating a potential thaw in relations.
US news
fromwww.dw.com
1 month ago

Iran hails 'constructive' nuclear talks with US in Rome DW 04/19/2025

The US and Iran are progressing towards a third round of nuclear talks, indicating a potential thaw in relations.
more#us-iran-relations
fromwww.nytimes.com
1 month ago

Here's What to Know About the Muslim Brotherhood, Which Jordan Banned

Jordan's recent ban on the Muslim Brotherhood, the nation's largest opposition party’s political arm, signifies a major stepping stone in the country’s political landscape.
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US news
fromwww.aljazeera.com
1 month ago

Houthis say US bombs Yemen again, targeting capital Sanaa

Intensified U.S. airstrikes in Yemen aim to counter Houthi threats to shipping and escalate military offensive against the rebel group.
fromwww.nytimes.com
2 months ago

What to Know About Iran's Response to Trump's Letter Urging Talks

Iran is willing to begin indirect negotiations with the United States, marking a nuanced response to President Trump's letter on their nuclear program.
US politics
#israel-hamas-conflict
Boston Celtics
fromwww.nytimes.com
3 months ago

As Gaza Crisis Deepens, Arab Leaders Are to Meet to Form a Plan

Arab summit aims to address the Gaza situation amidst a fragile cease-fire and controversial proposals threatening Palestinian statehood.
US news
fromapps.npr.org
2 months ago

One family. One attack. 132 names. A Gaza investigation.

The recent Israeli strikes in Gaza reflect one of the deadliest periods for Palestinian families amid ongoing conflict.
Boston Celtics
fromwww.nytimes.com
3 months ago

As Gaza Crisis Deepens, Arab Leaders Are to Meet to Form a Plan

Arab summit aims to address the Gaza situation amidst a fragile cease-fire and controversial proposals threatening Palestinian statehood.
US news
fromapps.npr.org
2 months ago

One family. One attack. 132 names. A Gaza investigation.

The recent Israeli strikes in Gaza reflect one of the deadliest periods for Palestinian families amid ongoing conflict.
more#israel-hamas-conflict
Artificial intelligence
fromFuturism
2 months ago

Yale Law Scholar Suspended After AI Calls Her a Terrorist

Large language models (LLMs) can have harmful effects, as evidenced by Yale's suspension of scholar Helyeh Doutaghi based on AI-generated accusations.
#gaza-reconstruction
Europe news
fromwww.aljazeera.com
2 months ago

Muslim nations, European leaders back Arab proposal for Gaza

The $53 billion reconstruction plan for Gaza is supported by key European nations, offering a realistic path to recovery after prolonged conflict.
World politics
fromwww.dw.com
3 months ago

Saudi Arabia hosts alternative summit on Gaza reconstruction DW 02/21/2025

Arab leaders unite against Trump's Gaza plan, proposing an Arab-led reconstruction initiative.
World news
fromwww.aljazeera.com
3 months ago

Egypt developing Gaza reconstruction plan to counter Trump's take over'

Egypt is crafting a plan to reconstruct Gaza without displacing its population, countering Trump's controversial takeover proposal.
Europe news
fromwww.aljazeera.com
2 months ago

Muslim nations, European leaders back Arab proposal for Gaza

The $53 billion reconstruction plan for Gaza is supported by key European nations, offering a realistic path to recovery after prolonged conflict.
World politics
fromwww.dw.com
3 months ago

Saudi Arabia hosts alternative summit on Gaza reconstruction DW 02/21/2025

Arab leaders unite against Trump's Gaza plan, proposing an Arab-led reconstruction initiative.
World news
fromwww.aljazeera.com
3 months ago

Egypt developing Gaza reconstruction plan to counter Trump's take over'

Egypt is crafting a plan to reconstruct Gaza without displacing its population, countering Trump's controversial takeover proposal.
more#gaza-reconstruction
#international-relations
Europe news
fromeuronews
3 months ago

'A bargaining chip': What did the Cairo Summit for Gaza achieve?

The summit showcased a unified Arab approach towards achieving a just peace for Gaza without displacing its population.
Europe news
fromeuronews
3 months ago

'A bargaining chip': What did the Cairo Summit for Gaza achieve?

The summit showcased a unified Arab approach towards achieving a just peace for Gaza without displacing its population.
more#international-relations
#trump
NYC real estate
fromAxios
3 months ago

Trump teases personal profit in AI video touting Gaza takeover plan

Trump's fantastical video imagines a dramatically altered Gaza, but his proposed plans face critiquing obstacles and international backlash.
US news
fromwww.aljazeera.com
3 months ago

Can Egypt's plan for Gaza backed by Arab League become reality?

Arab leaders have endorsed a reconstruction and election plan for Gaza, which contrasts sharply with Trump's controversial beach resort vision.
NYC real estate
fromAxios
3 months ago

Trump teases personal profit in AI video touting Gaza takeover plan

Trump's fantastical video imagines a dramatically altered Gaza, but his proposed plans face critiquing obstacles and international backlash.
US news
fromwww.aljazeera.com
3 months ago

Can Egypt's plan for Gaza backed by Arab League become reality?

Arab leaders have endorsed a reconstruction and election plan for Gaza, which contrasts sharply with Trump's controversial beach resort vision.
more#trump
Food & drink
fromtime.com
3 months ago

What is Ramadan? How Muslims Observe the Islamic Holy Month

Ramadan signifies a period of fasting, reflection, and charity, bringing together Muslims globally.
#gaza
World news
fromtime.com
3 months ago

Egypt Is Developing a Plan to Rebuild Gaza, Countering Trump Plan to Remove Palestinians

Egypt plans reconstruction of Gaza without displacing Palestinians, opposing Trump's controversial depopulation proposal.
World news
fromwww.theguardian.com
3 months ago

The week around the world in 20 pictures

DNA test reveals a breach of ceasefire amid hostages' body handover
Egypt proposes a reconstruction plan for Gaza that excludes Hamas governance
US news
fromwww.npr.org
3 months ago

Arab leaders huddle in Saudi Arabia in pushback to Trump's Gaza plans

Arab leaders' meeting on Gaza was highly secretive, highlighting the sensitivity of the situation and the differing views on Trump's proposed plan.
World news
fromtime.com
3 months ago

Egypt Is Developing a Plan to Rebuild Gaza, Countering Trump Plan to Remove Palestinians

Egypt plans reconstruction of Gaza without displacing Palestinians, opposing Trump's controversial depopulation proposal.
World news
fromwww.theguardian.com
3 months ago

The week around the world in 20 pictures

DNA test reveals a breach of ceasefire amid hostages' body handover
Egypt proposes a reconstruction plan for Gaza that excludes Hamas governance
US news
fromwww.npr.org
3 months ago

Arab leaders huddle in Saudi Arabia in pushback to Trump's Gaza plans

Arab leaders' meeting on Gaza was highly secretive, highlighting the sensitivity of the situation and the differing views on Trump's proposed plan.
more#gaza
fromwww.aljazeera.com
3 months ago

Lebanon's political families: The Karami Dynasty

The Karami family's influence is palpable, with leaders serving as Lebanese prime ministers 11 times during fluctuating periods, highlighting their significant political legacy.
France politics
Miscellaneous
fromFast Company
3 months ago

Trump says Palestinians won't be allowed to return to Gaza under his plan

Trump proposed that Palestinians have no right of return to Gaza, suggesting they be resettled elsewhere.
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