The Israel-Hamas ceasefire has begun, with Israeli troops pulling back and many Palestinians returning to their homes. The plan aims for six weeks without fighting, freeing Israeli and Palestinian prisoners, and allowing more aid into Gaza. But questions linger about Phase 2 and how Gaza will be gov
In Gaza, a ceasefire has begun after Israel and Hamas agreed on a hostage trade. However, some Israeli politicians aren't happy about it. The Otzma Yehudit party, known for its far-right views, has decided to quit the government. They say the deal, which sets free hundreds of Palestinian prisoners,
After a long and tense conflict, Israel's government has finally given the green light to a ceasefire and hostage release deal with Hamas. This deal is set to start on Sunday morning, bringing a much-needed break to the 15-month battle. The agreement was approved by Israel's cabinet late on Friday n
The recent hostage exchange deal between Israel and Hamas has brought a wave of emotions. On one hand, families are overjoyed to get their loved ones back after months in captivity. But on the other hand, there's a strong sense of anger and disgust. Israel had to negotiate with the same group that c
For 468 long days, families of hostages have been living in darkness. But now, a fragile ceasefire between Israel and Hamas promises a sliver of light. The deal, starting Jan. 19 for 42 days, could free 33 of the 98 hostages. The agonizing wait for the remaining families continues. Each day they ask
Lately, there's been a big deal struck between Israel and Hamas that aims to put a temporary stop to the fighting in Gaza. The plan is that Hamas and its allies will let go of 33 people they took from Israel in October last year, in exchange for Israel setting free hundreds of Palestinian prisoners.
Bezalel Smotrich, Israel's far-right finance minister, recently pledged to block any deal to stop the war in Gaza. This came as other top officials mentioned advancements in negotiating a truce. Indirect talks, led by Qatar, Egypt, and the US, are underway in Doha to secure a ceasefire and free host
President Joe Biden had a chat with Israeli Prime Minister Benjamin Netanyahu on Sunday. The White House shared that they discussed efforts to reach a deal to stop fighting in Gaza and bring home the remaining hostages. Biden emphasized the urgency of a ceasefire and the need to increase humanitaria
An Italian reporter, Cecilia Sala, has safely landed in Italy after being held in Iran for three weeks. Her release came about through intense diplomatic efforts, sparked by her arrest in Tehran on December 19. Sala, a journalist for Il Foglio, was accused of violating Iranian laws. Her detention co
President-elect Donald J. Trump sparked interest in a recent news conference by suggesting that the U. S. might use military or economic pressure to persuade Panama and Denmark to give up control of the Panama Canal and Greenland, respectively. Built over a century ago by Americans, the Panama Canal
