All articles tagged with #gaza ceasefire
Egyptian President Abdel Fattah el-Sisi warned of deliberate attempts to redraw the Middle East’s map, urged respect for state sovereignty and said any Iran deal must address Gulf security concerns, while calling for full Gaza ceasefire implementation, unhindered humanitarian aid and reconstruction through political solutions.
Hamas rejected the US-led Board of Peace's disarmament plan for Gaza, demanding modifications and accusing mediator Nickolay Mladenov of pro-Israel bias; the group says it will not disarm and wants Israel to fulfill Phase I obligations before Phase II talks, as the BoP deadline expired and other factions criticized the plan.
Actress Susan Sarandon says she was barred from major U.S. roles after publicly calling for a Gaza ceasefire, claiming her agency fired her and she had to seek work in Europe; she also contrasted Spain’s intellectual freedom with U.S. repression as she prepared for a Goya Award.
Trump's proposed Board of Peace, initially framed as Gaza-focused, has not gained traction abroad as major powers and several allies declined to join a broader, potentially global mandate; the UN Security Council remains the primary body for peace and security, per Secretary-General Guterres. Rubio says the board's focus is Gaza for now, but critics warn it could become a Trump-led 'fan club' rather than a real replacement for the UN. About 26 of roughly 60 invited nations have joined, while the UK, France, Spain, Slovenia and others declined; India did not attend Davos; the plan's charter also gives Trump leadership and veto power, provoking concerns about undermining the post-World War II international order.
The article explores the complex and shadowy fate of Khalil Dawas, a Palestinian suspected of collaborating with Israel, who was killed and identified among bodies exchanged after a Gaza ceasefire. It highlights the tense dynamics of Palestinian communities, Israeli intelligence tactics, and the stigma faced by alleged collaborators, emphasizing the secrecy and betrayal that surround such cases.
On December 29, 2025, Trump and Netanyahu met at Mar-a-Lago to discuss the Gaza ceasefire, with Trump emphasizing rapid disarmament of Hamas and support for Netanyahu, while also addressing issues like Iran's missile activities, US-Venezuela operations, and Ukraine-Russia tensions. The meeting highlighted strong US-Israel relations, Trump's support for Netanyahu's pardon, and ongoing regional security concerns.
Donald Trump and Benjamin Netanyahu discussed five major issues including Gaza reconstruction, which Trump believes will start 'pretty soon,' amid ongoing Middle East tensions and geopolitical developments, while also addressing other topics like Venezuela, Iran, and the Gaza ceasefire.
U.S. President Trump is set to meet with Israeli Prime Minister Netanyahu to discuss the next phase of the Gaza ceasefire, regional security concerns including Iran and Hezbollah, and the potential establishment of a transitional governance in Gaza, amid stalled peace efforts and ongoing tensions in Lebanon and Iran.
Since the Gaza ceasefire, Hamas has been consolidating power through rebuilding efforts, military reorganization, and public relations, while Israel faces strategic choices amid ongoing tensions and international involvement led by the US, with obstacles including disarmament, multinational force deployment, and governance structure.
Christmas in Bethlehem has been revived this year with renewed festivities and hope following a ceasefire in Gaza, bringing joy and economic relief to the city after years of conflict and hardship, despite ongoing tensions in the region.
The White House privately reprimanded Israeli Prime Minister Netanyahu for violating the Gaza ceasefire by killing a Hamas commander without US consultation, amid rising tensions over regional policies and efforts to expand the Abraham Accords.
One month into the Gaza ceasefire, Israel has violated the agreement at least 282 times through attacks, killing over 242 Palestinians and injuring more than 622, while aid delivery remains significantly below agreed levels, and Hamas has released some captives but many bodies remain unreturned, highlighting ongoing tensions and violations.
U.S. mediators, including Jared Kushner, are working with Israel and Hamas to advance a Gaza ceasefire, focusing on resolving a standoff over around 200 Hamas fighters trapped in tunnels, while discussions also cover disarmament, demilitarization, and the deployment of an international stabilization force. The situation remains tense with ongoing clashes and mutual accusations of truce violations.
Israel confirmed Hamas returned the body of Tanzanian hostage Joshua Mollel, who was killed during the October 2023 attack in Gaza. This follows a US-brokered ceasefire deal that required Hamas to return all deceased hostages, with ongoing efforts to recover the remaining bodies amid delays and ongoing conflict.
The article discusses the complexities of maintaining peace in Gaza following a ceasefire negotiated with Trump's involvement, emphasizing that lasting peace requires ongoing U.S. engagement and influence, especially given Trump's unique leverage over Israeli Prime Minister Netanyahu and regional leaders. It highlights the fragile nature of the ceasefire, the importance of sustained diplomatic pressure, and the challenges Trump faces in ensuring long-term peace in the region.