Why Netanyahu blocked all supplies to Gaza – hours after ceasefire extension deal with Hamas

Israel says it is stopping all goods and supplies into Gaza. Prime Minister Benjamin Netanyahu's office claimed Hamas was refusing to "accept the Witkoff outline for continuing the talks, which Israel agreed to". Under a plan put forward by US Middle East envoy Steve Witkoff, the first phase of the ceasefire deal would continue through … Continue reading Why Netanyahu blocked all supplies to Gaza – hours after ceasefire extension deal with Hamas

UN overwhelmed by humanitarian needs in Gaza

The needs in Gaza, where the ceasefire is holding, are overwhelming, humanitarians said on Monday, adding that continuing Israeli operations in the West Bank are still producing casualties. "As the UN and its humanitarian partners continue to deliver life-saving assistance across the Gaza Strip, the scale of needs remains overwhelming, requiring urgent and sustained support," … Continue reading UN overwhelmed by humanitarian needs in Gaza

GOOD FOR REAL ESTATE: Trump changes statement on Gaza plan

US President Donald Trump said he is committed to "buying and owning" Gaza and that other countries in the Middle East could help to rebuild it. US President Donald Trump has doubled down on his plan to take control of Gaza, and said that he could allow other states in the Middle East to rebuild … Continue reading GOOD FOR REAL ESTATE: Trump changes statement on Gaza plan

Algeria’s foreign minister pledges continued support for Lebanon

Algerian Foreign Minister Ahmed Attaf reaffirmed on Sunday his country's support for Lebanon, emphasizing that Algeria will stand by the Lebanese people in all circumstances. During his meeting with President Joseph Aoun, Attaf conveyed Algerian President Abdelmadjid Tebboune's commitment to strengthening bilateral relations and assisting Lebanon in overcoming its challenges. "Lebanon is going through a … Continue reading Algeria’s foreign minister pledges continued support for Lebanon

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Protests: US residents rally against Trump’s policies, Project 2025 and Elon Musk

Demonstrators gathered across the USA on Wednesday to protest actions taken by recently inaugurated US President Donald Trump. LOS ANGELES, CALIFORNIA - JUNE 14: Protest signs at the All Black Lives Matter Solidarity March on June 14, 2020 in Los Angeles, California. (Photo by Rodin Eckenroth/Getty Images) Thousands of demonstrators gathered in cities across the … Continue reading Protests: US residents rally against Trump’s policies, Project 2025 and Elon Musk

HELL TO PAY: Why Israel is delaying Gaza ceasefire deal

A long-awaited ceasefire in the Israel-Hamas war was delayed Sunday (Jan 19) after Prime Minister Benjamin Netanyahu said at the last minute that it would not take effect until the Palestinian militant group provided a list of the hostages to be released. Hamas, while "affirming its commitment" to the terms of the ceasefire, said: "The delay in providing the … Continue reading HELL TO PAY: Why Israel is delaying Gaza ceasefire deal

Did ‘fear of Trump’ influence Israel, Hamas ceasefire?

Israel and Hamas on Wednesday reached a deal to release hostages being held in Gaza and establish a ceasefire, an agreement pushed through mostly because of President-elect Donald Trump's influence, a diplomat briefed on the negotiations told The Washington Post. About 98 hostages are still being held in Gaza, including seven Americans. Trump took credit for … Continue reading Did ‘fear of Trump’ influence Israel, Hamas ceasefire?

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2 US pilots safely eject over Red Sea after fire incident

Two U.S. Navy pilots were shot down Sunday over the Red Sea in an apparent “friendly fire” incident, the U.S military said, marking the most serious incident to threaten troops in over a year of America targeting Yemen's Houthi rebels. Both pilots were recovered alive after ejecting from their stricken aircraft, with one suffering minor injuries. … Continue reading 2 US pilots safely eject over Red Sea after fire incident

IDF: Militant employed by World Central Kitchen killed in Gaza

The Israeli military said on Saturday it had killed a militant who had taken part in the Oct. 7, 2023 attacks on Israel and was employed by U.S.-based organization the World Central Kitchen in Gaza.  World Central Kitchen said Saturday, November 30, it was "pausing operations in Gaza at this time" after an Israeli air … Continue reading IDF: Militant employed by World Central Kitchen killed in Gaza

US presidential aspirant Kamala Harris tells American voters to ‘keep calm-ala’ in Saturday Night Live appearance

Kamala Harris has pulled ahead of Donald Trump in a poll in Iowa, a state Donald Trump easily won in 2016 and 2020. The vice president has a three-point lead in the midwestern state, according to a Des Moines Register/Mediacom Iowa Poll of 808 likely voters. Ms Harris with the actor who portrays her on Saturday Night … Continue reading US presidential aspirant Kamala Harris tells American voters to ‘keep calm-ala’ in Saturday Night Live appearance