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Putin: Nobel Committee's 'Credibility' Has Been Lost

He praises Trump's 'efforts to resolve complex crises'

(Newser) - Russian President Vladimir Putin on Friday gave a nod to President Trump's efforts to broker peace—even though the Nobel Peace Prize went to somebody else. Speaking at a summit in Tajikistan, Putin praised Trump for his ceasefire efforts in Gaza and Ukraine, the Washington Post reports. "...

Friedman: Trump May Deserve Two Nobels if This Works

But the New York Times columnist fears the president underestimates the harder work ahead

(Newser) - Thomas Friedman is usually firing criticism at President Trump, but the New York Times columnist praises the president and his team for pulling off the "geopolitical bank shot" that resulted in the Israeli-Hamas peace deal. It's "an intriguing new model" of a two-state solution, "one that...

Israeli Military Says Ceasefire Is in Effect
Ceasefire Takes Hold in Gaza

Ceasefire Takes Hold in Gaza

Thousands of Palestinians return to northern Gaza after Israeli troops pull back

(Newser) - Palestinians began returning to the north of Gaza on Friday after Israel's military said a ceasefire was in effect and its forces were shifting positions inside the territory as part of the agreement. The ceasefire at noon local time came after the Israeli government approved the deal early...

What Happens Next With the Gaza Deal, Hostages
What Happens Next
With the Gaza Deal, Hostages
the rundown

What Happens Next With the Gaza Deal, Hostages

Captives may be freed Sunday or Monday, and Trump is expected to travel to Israel

(Newser) - The broad strokes of a deal between Israel and Hamas has been struck, one that holds promise for the release of hostages and the end of two years of fighting. Details:
  • In Israel: Israel's government meets Thursday to formally consider the first phase of the deal, and approval is
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Trump: Deal Reached on Phase 1 of Peace Plan

'Israel and Hamas have both signed off' on plan, president says

(Newser) - Soon after Secretary of State Marco Rubio passed him an urgent note at a White House event saying negotiators in Egypt were "very close" to a Gaza peace deal, President Trump announced that a breakthrough had been made.
  • "I am very proud to announce that Israel and Hamas
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Israel Marks 2 Years Since Hamas Attack

Families rally as negotiations stir hopes for hostage release

(Newser) - On Tuesday, Israel marked two years since the deadly Hamas-led attack on October 7, 2023 which left roughly 1,200 Israelis dead and 251 taken hostage. Low-key memorials unfolded in southern kibbutzim hit hardest by the violence, while a larger rally was held in Tel Aviv, with families pleading for...

What to Know About Israel-Hamas Talks

Day one reportedly ended on a positive note

(Newser) - Israel and Hamas began indirect talks on ending the war in Gaza on Monday, after both sides signaled support for US President Trump's peace plan , the AP reports. The talks in Egypt's Red Sea resort of Sharm el-Sheikh are brokered by the US and aim at hammering out...

Flotilla Activists: Israel Mistreated Us

They say Greta Thunberg was singled out among detained activists; Israel says their rights were upheld

(Newser) - Some of the activists detained while trying to reach Gaza by sea have returned to their home countries to describe mistreatment at the hands of Israeli guards, claims that Israel denies. Some 450 activists were arrested as Israeli forces intercepted the Global Sumud Flotilla, a fleet of 42 boats seeking...

After Trump Ultimatum, Hamas Partly Accepts US Plan

Militant group says it's OK with releasing hostages and giving up power, but wants further negotiations

(Newser) - Hamas said Friday that it has accepted some elements of President Trump's plan to end the war in the Gaza Strip, including giving up power and releasing all remaining hostages, but that others require further consultations among Palestinians. The statement came hours after Trump said that Hamas must agree...

Israel Stops Convoy Taking Aid to Gaza, Detaining Thunberg
One Aid Boat Got Closer
Than the Rest to Gaza
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One Aid Boat Got Closer Than the Rest to Gaza

One boat of the flotilla's 42 vessels squeaked by

(Newser) - Israeli forces have scuttled the plans of the final boat that was among a flotilla of 42 vessels trying to bring humanitarian aid to Gaza. The Guardian reports a live stream from the Global Sumud Flotilla (GSF) showed the Polish-flagged Marinette still en route to Gaza as of Thursday evening...

After Israeli Strike, Trump Vows to Protect Qatar

President signs EO vowing to use all measures, including US military, to protect energy-rich nation

(Newser) - President Trump has signed an executive order vowing to use all measures, including US military action, to defend the energy-rich nation of Qatar, though it remains unclear just what weight the pledge will carry. The text of the order , dated Monday, appears to be another measure by Trump to assure...

Israel Gives Palestinians in Gaza City an Ultimatum

Those who don't take 'last opportunity' to flee will be considered terrorists or terror supporters, defense minister says

(Newser) - Israel's defense minister on Wednesday ordered all remaining Palestinians to leave Gaza City, saying that it was their "last opportunity" and that anyone who stayed would be considered a militant supporter and face the "full force" of Israel's latest offensive. In a press release, Israel Katz...

Trump, Netanyahu Agree on Gaza Peace Plan

Under 20-point plan, Trump would chair 'Board of Peace' overseeing Gaza

(Newser) - President Trump and Israeli Prime Minister Benjamin Netanyahu said Monday they've agreed to a plan to end the war in Gaza, but it's unclear whether Hamas will accept the terms.
  • Trump laid out a 20-point plan on Monday for ending the Israel-Hamas war and establishing a postwar governance
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On Busy Diplomacy Day, Netanyahu Offers an Apology

Israeli president apologizes to Qatar over strike on targets in that country

(Newser) - On a potentially big day of diplomacy, Israeli Prime Minister Benjamin Netanyahu issued a rare apology. During his visit to the White House to meet with President Trump on Monday, Netanyahu called his counterpart in Qatar to apologize for Israel's airstrike in that country earlier this month, reports...

Monday Is a Pivotal Day for Hostages in Gaza

Trump meets with Netanyahu to push his new peace plan

(Newser) - Monday has the potential to be a make-or-break day in regard to Gaza and the fate of Israeli hostages held by Hamas. President Trump meets with Israel's Benjamin Netanyahu at the White House to push a new 21-point plan for ending the conflict, reports the Washington Post . Details...

Ex-UK Prime Minister Blair at Top of List to Run Gaza

His name is being floated to manage UN transitional team in charge of Gaza before Palestinian handover

(Newser) - Former UK Prime Minister Tony Blair is reportedly involved in discussions about overseeing a transitional authority in Gaza, should a ceasefire be reached. Per the BBC , Blair has participated in high-level talks with various stakeholders on both ending the current conflict and shaping Gaza's future governance. The latest...

Netanyahu Heckled During a Fiery UN Speech

Reps from multiple nations stage protest, walk out as Israeli leader defends Gaza military campaign

(Newser) - Israeli Prime Minister Benjamin Netanyahu faced a chilly reception at the United Nations General Assembly on Friday, where he defended his government's military actions in Gaza and vowed to "finish the job" until Hamas is defeated. As Netanyahu stepped to the podium, representatives from numerous countries left...

Netanyahu Takes a Long Detour to Get to UN

Israeli leader could have been arrested if plane had made emergency landing in Europe

(Newser) - Israeli Prime Minister Benjamin Netanyahu is in New York to address the United Nations General Assembly, but he took a lengthy detour to get there, steering clear of much of Europe as he faces an international arrest warrant and potential detention if he lands in several countries.
  • Taking the
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Trump on Israel: 'There's Been Enough. It's Time to Stop Now'

Trump says he will not allow Israel to annex West Bank

(Newser) - President Trump split with Israel Thursday, telling reporters from the Oval Office, "I will not allow Israel to annex the West Bank." He went on to emphasize that "there's been enough. It's time to stop now." His comments surfaced as Israeli Prime Minister...

Abbas: Hamas Gets No Seat at Table in Postwar Gaza

Speaking to UN General Assembly, Palestinian leader says assault on Gaza 'will not break our will'

(Newser) - The Palestinian president, speaking to the UN General Assembly over video after the United States revoked his visa, told world leaders on Thursday that his people "reject" the 2023 Hamas attack on Israel and pledged that the militant group would have no role in governing Gaza after the war...

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