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Jared Kushner assured Prime Minister Benjamin Netanyahu that the Israeli army won’t withdraw from Gaza until Hamas disarms. This statement followed a meeting between Kushner and Netanyahu in Jerusalem, after Kushner had held talks with a Hamas leader in Egypt. Mairav Zonszein spoke to Abeer Abu Omar about the likelihood of the peace plan making progress.

Trump cut military drills with South Korea citing a ‘very good relationship’ with Kim Jong-un, and a President ordered the Pentagon to scale back exercises in the region. Separately, Jared Kushner met Hamas’s political chief in Egypt regarding the stalled Gaza ceasefire, ahead of a scheduled meeting with Benjamin Netanyahu.

Iran is working to finalize a joint statement with Oman on managing commercial ship transit through the Strait of Hormuz, detailing routes and the temporary absence of fees or tolls. Separately, Jared Kushner met with Israel’s Prime Minister Benjamin Netanyahu after Israeli leader rejected a U.S.-backed road map concerning Gaza, while Hamas continues to urge mediation for compliance.

Iran reported working on finalizing a joint statement with Oman regarding ship transit through the Strait of Hormuz, a move that could reopen the waterway without fees. This announcement occurred as the 60-day negotiating period between the U.S. and Iran for a peace deal was expiring with no signs of an extension. Separately, Jared Kushner met with Benjamin Netanyahu after Israel rejected a U.S.-backed road map to advance the truce process in Gaza.

Iran is nearing a joint statement with Oman regarding a plan for ship transit through the Strait of Hormuz, which would reopen the waterway temporarily without fees or tolls. Separately, amid the expiration of a 60-day deadline between the U.S. and Iran, Jared Kushner met with Benjamin Netanyahu following Israel's rejection of a U.S.-backed road map for the Gaza truce deal.

Jared Kushner met with Israeli Prime Minister Benjamin Netanyahu regarding the conflict in Gaza, following Kushner's earlier meeting with Hamas. The discussions come after Netanyahu rejected a 15-point roadmap that was backed by the U.S. and intended to advance the truce deal in Gaza.

Mideast negotiator Jared Kushner met with Prime Minister Benjamin Netanyahu to discuss a U.S.-backed road map for Gaza, following a conversation with Hamas chief Khalil al-Hayya in Egypt. The plan includes disarmament and Israeli withdrawal, but Israel rejected it, stating that Hamas must fully disarm before any pullout can occur. This rejection has led regional powers like Saudi Arabia and the United Arab Emirates to condemn Israel’s actions.

Jared Kushner met with Israel’s Prime Minister Benjamin Netanyahu after the premier rejected a U.S.-backed road map intended to move a truce deal forward in Gaza. The roadmap, which includes disarmament, was challenged by Israel, as it demands that Hamas fully disarm before any Israeli withdrawal can occur. Meanwhile, regional powers including Saudi Arabia and the United Arab Emirates issued statements condemning Israel’s rejection of the plan.

Jared Kushner met with Israel's Prime Minister Benjamin Netanyahu regarding Gaza after the premier rejected a U.S.-backed 15-point road map. The meeting followed Kushner's Sunday conversation with Hamas chief Khalil al-Hayya in Egypt, where disarmament was discussed. Meanwhile, regional powers like Saudi Arabia and the UAE condemned Israel's rejection of peace efforts.

Kushner is set to hold talks with Netanyahu after meeting a Hamas leader. Additionally, an envoy is reportedly pushing Washington’s peace plan for Gaza.

Adm. Brad Cooper visited the USS Lincoln in the Arabian Sea during a tour that included meetings with leaders across Jordan, Saudi Arabia, and other Middle Eastern nations. Separately, Israel struck two Hezbollah commanders in southern Lebanon, an event which resulted in at least 11 deaths. Additionally, a Hamas delegation is scheduled to meet with Egyptian officials in Cairo regarding Gaza ceasefire talks.

Many Christians in Israel report fear of rising harassment and violence due to regional conflicts. They rely on faith and support from allied volunteers, though tensions remain high despite efforts toward improved policing. For both Christian and Jewish groups, protecting coexistence in the Holy Land is viewed as a moral imperative.

Actress Swell Ariel Or is promoting her new war drama film, 'Tankistas,' which details the 17-hour defense by an IDF's first all-female tank unit during the October 7, 2023 attacks. Or emphasizes that her focus and advocacy are on authentic storytelling and accurate representation of Israel, rather than chasing Hollywood awards or endorsements. The film was directed by Ayelet Menahemi and is inspired by true events.

Republican senators are backing a petition from 9/11 victim families demanding that Mayor Zohran Mamdani be banned from attending the 25th anniversary remembrance ceremony at Ground Zero. The complaint focuses on claims regarding Mamdani's alleged ties to Islamic extremism, his views on America's place in the world, and accusations of supporting Hamas. Several GOP lawmakers criticized him for these comments during interviews.

Families of 9/11 victims have launched a petition calling for New York City Mayor Zohran Mamdani to be excluded from the Ground Zero anniversary remembrance ceremony. Republican senators supported this effort, citing various concerns regarding Mamdani’s statements and alleged associations with Islamic extremism. Sen. Tim Sheehy accused Mamdani of platforming Islamic extremism and openly supporting Hamas.

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.

Netanyahu rejected Trump’s latest plan to advance a ceasefire in Gaza, stating that Israel will not withdraw from any controlled territory until Hamas is completely disarmed. This position risks angering Trump but maintains Netanyahu's political stance amid the ongoing conflict. The disagreement leaves elements such as international force deployment and reconstruction efforts on hold.

Benjamin Netanyahu rejected a US-backed 15-point peace plan for Gaza, insisting on full Hamas disarmament and rebuking US pressure regarding wars in Lebanon and Iran. Tensions remain high in the Middle East, as Iran issued demands for reopening the strait of Hormuz following reports that the UAE was targeted by an Iranian missile. Separately, Donald Trump made rhetorical attacks on voting machine integrity while imploring Congress to pass the Save America Act nationwide.

Israel rejected a deal for Gaza announced by Donald Trump, insisting that withdrawal will not occur until Hamas is genuinely disarmed. Separately, Iranian-backed Houthi rebels attacked the government-held port of Mocha on Yemen's Red Sea coast, deepening fears over strategic shipping routes. Meanwhile, details emerged regarding potential managing of the Strait of Hormuz between Iran and Oman.

Israeli Prime Minister Benjamin Netanyahu rejected a proposal by US-backed mediators concerning the disarmament of Hamas. He hardened his political position after voicing misgivings about the suggestion that Israel would reciprocate with phased pullouts from Gaza.

Israeli Prime Minister Benjamin Netanyahu rejected a US-backed peace plan for Gaza, demanding that Hamas be genuinely disarmed before any Israeli withdrawal can occur. He also stated that as long as he is prime minister, no Palestinian state will be established in either Gaza or the West Bank.

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.

Prime Minister Benjamin Netanyahu stated Israel did not agree to the US-backed Gaza plan, which includes an Israeli pull-out contingent on Hamas disarming. The plan, proposed by US President Donald Trump's team, remains under review by Israel amid growing far-right political pressure.

Iranian President Masoud Pezeshkian stated Iran will support any initiative or decision by Palestinian leaders in ongoing indirect negotiations between Hamas and Israel. The announcement was made during a call with Hamas political bureau chief.

Hasan Piker, a far-left streamer, dismissed Hamas's anti-women and anti-LGBTQ positions. He previously described Hamas as 'a thousand times better than the fascist settler colonial apartheid state' of Israel.

Netanyahu stated Israel did not agree to the Board of Peace's plan to disarm Hamas. The Israeli PM insisted the IDF will not withdraw from current positions until Hamas is fully disarmed, opposing a US-backed proposal for an initial Israeli pullback in Gaza.

A Board of Peace official stated that implementing the Gaza roadmap will be a long and difficult process. The official cited Trump’s plan as offering Palestinians a future without Hamas rule and ensuring Israeli security, noting Hamas has not accepted proposals for a technocratic government or weapon disarmament.

Israeli Prime Minister Benjamin Netanyahu stated that Israeli forces will not withdraw from Gaza until Hamas is disarmed. He mentioned discussions with Trump's team regarding a proposal to disarm Hamas, but expressed disagreement with the draft.

Israeli Prime Minister Benjamin Netanyahu stated that Israeli forces will not withdraw from Gaza until Hamas is completely disarmed, disagreeing with a Trump administration draft deal proposing simultaneous disarming and withdrawal. The article also details a mass funeral for over 100 victims of a 2023 Israeli strike in Gaza, highlighting ongoing casualties and recovery efforts under a stalled ceasefire.

Hamas conducted a mass funeral for 112 individuals killed in an apparent Israeli Defense Forces (IDF) strike at the onset of the Gaza war. The burial followed months of efforts to recover victims from rubble, with sources indicating IDF is tightening its Gaza strike policies under pressure from the Board of Peace.

A mass funeral in Gaza City honored 112 Palestinians, including 40 children, killed in a 2023 Israeli airstrike. Other developments included a projectile strike on a cargo ship in the Strait of Hormuz, Qatar mediating U.S.-Iran talks, and Yemen’s Houthis attacking a Saudi airport.

Palestinians held a mass funeral for 112 bodies recovered from a 2023 Israeli strike in Gaza City's Sabra neighborhood, where over 300 people were killed. The remains, including 40 children, were recovered during a fragile ceasefire, with 157 bodies still missing. Civil Defense, operating under Hamas' Interior Ministry, confirmed the recovery.

Palestinians held a mass funeral for 112 bodies recovered from a 2023 Israeli strike in Gaza City’s Sabra neighborhood, where over 300 people were killed. The remains, including 40 children, were recovered during a recent ceasefire, though 157 bodies remain missing. The strike occurred weeks into the war with Hamas, and ongoing recovery efforts highlight the conflict's devastating toll.

The US-backed Board of Peace has revised its conditions for an Israeli withdrawal from Gaza, requiring complete Hamas disarmament before any movement beyond the Yellow Line. The board abandoned its previous phased approach, stating that Israeli forces will withdraw only after Hamas decommissions all weapons and tunnels. Israel currently controls over 60% of Gaza, with plans to increase this to 70%.

The US-backed Board of Peace revised its conditions for an Israeli withdrawal from Gaza, requiring Hamas' complete disarmament before any withdrawal beyond the Yellow Line, abandoning its earlier phased approach. The change aligns with Israeli Prime Minister Benjamin Netanyahu's demands, which include maintaining Israeli forces until Hamas fully disarms and destroying, rather than storing, Hamas weapons.

Morocco deployed 200 military officials to the International Stabilisation Force (ISF) in Gaza under Donald Trump’s peace plan, framing the mission as humanitarian but facing criticism for alleged complicity in Israel’s occupation. The move aligns with Morocco’s role in the Board of Peace (BoP) and aims to enhance its diplomatic visibility in Palestinian issues.

Barry Malone argues in a Middle East Eye column that Western media ignores Israel's violations of ceasefires in Gaza and Lebanon. He criticizes the lack of media coverage labeling the Masri household massacre as a ceasefire violation, despite Israel's claims of targeting Hamas members.

US President Donald Trump announced a deal for Hamas to disarm in Gaza, but the plan is unraveling as Israel expresses concerns and escalates its bombing campaign. Far-right ministers in Israel are pressuring PM Benjamin Netanyahu to block international forces from entering Gaza, while residents in Gaza criticize the plan as out of touch with local conditions.

Israel has intensified military strikes in Gaza City and reaffirmed its commitment to not withdrawing until Hamas is fully disarmed. A specific strike occurred in Gaza City on August 2, 2026.

The article accuses Israel of violating ceasefires in Gaza and Lebanon, citing over 1,200 Palestinian deaths since an October 2026 agreement with Hamas and continued attacks in southern Lebanon. It criticizes Western media for downplaying these actions as 'fragile' rather than acknowledging them as violations.