Gaza Strip

Israel's ambassador stated that new U.N.-backed data showing low rates of child malnutrition in Gaza undermines wartime claims of deliberate starvation, which he labeled a "blood libel." The ambassador alleged that earlier alarming figures were based on reports from Hamas. A survey evaluating 1,335 children under age 5 found acute malnutrition rates significantly lower than those globally estimated.

Israel's army is preparing to install polling stations in occupied areas of Gaza, Lebanon, and Syria for the 27 October general election. Soldiers stationed beyond Israel's internationally recognized borders will be enabled to vote through these stations, as approved by the Central Elections Committee.

Israel's army is preparing to install polling stations in occupied Gaza, Lebanon, and Syria to allow soldiers deployed beyond Israel's borders to vote in the 27 October general election. The move, described as 'something that hasn't happened in decades' by Army Radio, involves identifying soldiers via service numbers instead of identity cards in these areas. The Central Elections Committee approved regulations enabling voting at military positions in these regions.

Israeli Prime Minister Netanyahu has rejected a US deal for Hamas disarmament, stating the Israeli army will not withdraw from Gaza until Hamas is fully disarmed, contradicting an October ceasefire agreement.

Netanyahu states there are disagreements with Trump regarding a recent Gaza agreement. He emphasized the need to disarm Hamas and demilitarize Gaza before reconstruction.

The Board of Peace envoy, Nikolay Mladenov, met with Israeli Prime Minister Benjamin Netanyahu to discuss a disarmament deal with Hamas in Gaza, urging Israel to halt strikes. The deal, part of a broader ceasefire agreement announced by President Donald Trump, aims to decommission Hamas weapons and transition to civilian governance, though Israel has raised security concerns and continued airstrikes.

U.S. President Donald Trump announced new talks to end the Iran conflict and revive cargo traffic through the Strait of Hormuz, following pressure from Gulf allies. Iran denied current negotiations with the U.S., while Israel struck Gaza, killing at least 17 people, including children, despite a reported disarmament deal with Hamas.

President Trump announced new talks to de-escalate the Iran conflict starting Monday, following a decision to delay threatened military strikes. Meanwhile, Israel struck Gaza, killing at least 17 people, including children, despite claims of a disarmament deal with Hamas. Iran confirmed negotiations with Oman over a temporary shipping route through the Strait of Hormuz but denied direct talks with the U.S.

Acting Attorney General Todd Blanche rescinded President Donald Trump's $1.8 billion anti-weaponization fund after Republican senators threatened to block his nomination for permanent attorney general. The order retains a retroactive immunity declaration for Trump and his family, while Trump announced new Iran war talks and a decline in public approval of his immigration approach despite strong Republican support.

Acting Attorney General Todd Blanche terminated President Donald Trump’s $1.8 billion fund to compensate political allies after two Republican senators threatened to block his nomination. The order retains a disputed IRS settlement granting Trump and his family retroactive immunity from tax audits, which a judge previously criticized as improper self-dealing. Trump announced a delay in Iran strikes and new talks to revive shipments through the Strait of Hormuz, while an AP-NORC poll highlighted immigration as a stronger issue for him than the economy or Iran.

Israeli Finance Minister Bezalel Smotrich states that 'complete victory' in Gaza requires the strip's resettlement. He claims there must be a 'price for the mistake, a price for the defeat' suffered by Israel's enemies.

President Trump announced a 'historic' deal with negotiators to disarm Hamas as part of a 20-point plan to achieve a ceasefire in the Gaza Strip. Skeptics question the feasibility of implementing the agreement.

U.S. President Donald Trump threatened more strikes on Iran as tensions escalate, with Kuwait responding to drone attacks and a tanker struck in the Strait of Hormuz. Israel also launched strikes on Gaza after Hamas agreed to disarm.

U.S. President Donald Trump threatened further military action against Iran amid heightened tensions in the Middle East. Attacks in Kuwait and the Strait of Hormuz, along with Israeli strikes on Gaza, underscored regional instability as the U.S. issued security alerts across 10 countries.

U.S. President Donald Trump threatened further strikes on Iran amid escalating tensions in the Strait of Hormuz, with Kuwait responding to Iranian drone attacks and a tanker being struck in the region. Israel conducted heavy strikes on Gaza after Hamas agreed to disarm, while the U.S. issued security alerts for Americans in 10 Middle Eastern countries due to heightened risks.

U.S. President Donald Trump threatened further military action against Iran as tensions escalate over the Strait of Hormuz, with Kuwait responding to drone attacks and a tanker struck in the region. Israel also launched strikes on Gaza following Hamas's agreement to disarm.

U.S. President Donald Trump threatened further strikes on Iran, signaling prolonged military action. Kuwait responded to drone attacks attributed to Iran, while a tanker was struck in the Strait of Hormuz. Israel conducted heavy strikes on Gaza after Hamas agreed to disarm.

U.S. President Donald Trump threatened further military action against Iran, citing ongoing tensions and breaches of a proposed truce. Kuwait responded to drone attacks, a tanker was struck in the Strait of Hormuz, and Israel launched strikes on Gaza after Hamas agreed to disarm.

Gaza's civil defence agency and medical sources reported that Israeli strikes on Saturday killed two people and damaged a hospital's medical supply warehouses. The Israeli military claimed it struck five Hamas weapons depots, following a reported Hamas agreement to end the war involving weapons handover and Israeli withdrawal from Gaza.

Palestinians in Gaza express cautious hope over Hamas agreeing to disarm but remain concerned about continued Israeli airstrikes. A U.S.-backed ceasefire plan from October 2026 has stalled, with both sides accusing each other of violations, leaving most Gazans displaced and facing humanitarian crises.

U.S. President Donald Trump threatened further strikes on Iran amid escalating tensions, while Kuwait responded to drone attacks and a tanker was struck in the Strait of Hormuz. Israel conducted heavy strikes on Gaza after Hamas pledged to disarm.

President Trump's Board of Peace proposal has encountered a roadblock during the reconstruction of the Gaza Strip. Trump remains optimistic about Gaza's future.

U.S. President Trump threatened further military action against Iran, citing ongoing tensions in the Strait of Hormuz. Kuwait responded to Iranian drone attacks, while a tanker was struck in the strait. Israel launched strikes in Gaza following Hamas' agreement to disarm.

President Trump threatened further U.S. military strikes on Iran as tensions escalate in the Middle East. Kuwait responded to Iranian drone attacks, and a tanker was struck in the Strait of Hormuz. Israel launched strikes in Gaza after Hamas agreed to disarm.

U.S. President Donald Trump threatened further military action against Iran, which followed drone attacks on Kuwait and a tanker strike in the Strait of Hormuz. Israel conducted strikes in the Gaza Strip after Hamas announced plans to disarm, though major obstacles to a ceasefire remain.

US President Donald Trump threatened Iran with 'very hard' attacks, while Iran warned of countermeasures against potential US actions. Yemen's Houthis reported forcing Saudi tankers to change course and confirmed free transit through the Bab el-Mandeb strait. Israeli strikes in Gaza caused casualties and damage, and a tanker was struck near Oman amid regional tensions.

Saudi Arabia has praised US President Donald Trump's announcement of a historic agreement on the demilitarization of Gaza, thanking Egypt, Qatar, Turkey, the US, and the Peace Council for their involvement. The agreement aims for an Israeli withdrawal, international force deployment, humanitarian aid, and the Palestinian Authority's return to Gaza, promoting a broader peace process for Palestinian self-determination and statehood.

Donald Trump is attempting to pressure Israel to accept a proposed deal that would link Hamas's disarmament to an Israeli withdrawal from the Gaza Strip. The initiative was mentioned in a context involving Hagerstown, Maryland, on July 31, 2026.

Hamas has agreed to a disarmament roadmap as part of a Gaza ceasefire deal. A Palestinian boy was observed walking through a damaged area in Khan Yunis, southern Gaza Strip.

Israeli drone strikes in Gaza injured several Palestinians, including a woman and a child, with one reported death in central Gaza. The attacks occurred in Deir el-Balah and near the Intelligence headquarters in Gaza City.

Hamas agreed to a deal involving the handover of its weapons to a Palestinian governing committee and the gradual withdrawal of Israeli forces from the Gaza Strip. The agreement is part of the second phase of a Gaza ceasefire plan brokered by US President Donald Trump, who called it a 'major milestone'.

Israel will not withdraw from Gaza until Hamas achieves genuine disarmament, according to a political source. A deal involving Hamas's disarmament and Israel's exit was announced by US President Donald Trump, potentially marking the first step forward since the Gaza ceasefire.

Hamas confirmed agreeing to a deal with Israel that would lead to the group's disarmament, a condition of the second phase of a Gaza peace plan brokered by US President Donald Trump.

Hamas agreed to a deal to end the war with Israel, including provisions on weapons and Israeli troop withdrawal from Gaza. US President Donald Trump announced the plan, describing it as a step toward a new Palestinian government in Gaza.

Hamas agreed to a deal to end the war with Israel, including provisions on weapons and the gradual withdrawal of Israeli forces from Gaza. The deal's text remains unpublicized, and Israel has not issued a statement.

A Hamas official stated that the group made concessions for the Palestinian people to protect them from Israeli hostile measures and criminal plans. The official, Ghazi Hamad, emphasized this during an interview with Al Jazeera.

Hamas agreed to a disarmament roadmap contingent on Israel ending hostilities and withdrawing troops, as outlined in a U.S.-brokered ceasefire plan. Implementation faces challenges, with Israel refusing to withdraw from 60% of Gaza until Hamas disarms and the territory is demilitarized.

Hamas has agreed to a deal to end its conflict with Israel by disarming in exchange for a phased Israeli withdrawal from Gaza. Gazans express mixed hope and skepticism, with some hopeful for an end to the conflict and others distrustful of Israel's commitment.

US president Donald Trump announced a plan for the complete disarmament of all armed groups in the Gaza strip. Hamas officials confirmed an agreement on weapons and Israeli troop withdrawal, but Israel has not yet officially responded.

Hamas agreed to a deal with Israel leading to its disarmament in exchange for gradual Israeli troop withdrawal from the Gaza Strip. The group confirmed the agreement, which involves Hamas disarming in return for the withdrawal.