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US President Donald Trump said a peace deal with Iran is still possible despite resumed hostilities, while also considering a massive offensive. He reiterated that Iran will never have a nuclear weapon and that talks are ongoing, even if Tehran does not admit it.
A drone strike on Egypt's Damietta port caused fires on two vessels, marking the first attack of its kind on Egyptian territory as regional conflict intensifies. While no one was injured, the incident has raised concerns about maritime security and potential implications for the Suez Canal. Investigations are ongoing, with suspicions of Houthi involvement, but no group has claimed responsibility.
Hamas has agreed to a US-led peace plan that includes staged disarmament and Israeli withdrawal from Gaza, announced by President Trump. International reactions are mixed: the US and some Israeli officials express support, but Israel has not officially endorsed the deal, and doubts persist about implementation.
Palestinians in Gaza respond with hope and skepticism to the announced deal for Hamas to disarm in exchange for an Israeli withdrawal. Despite the agreement, many fear it will not hold, citing continued Israeli strikes and a history of broken promises.
Donald Trump has announced a breakthrough in negotiations for the complete disarmament of Hamas in Gaza and the withdrawal of Israeli forces, but Israeli government officials have voiced scepticism. The deal is being treated with caution by some world leaders, with briefings from both sides revealing points of contention.
Israeli Prime Minister Benjamin Netanyahu's recent meeting with US President Donald Trump was notably low-key, lacking the public fanfare of previous visits, yet both sides described it as productive. The visit came amid reported tensions over the ongoing war with Iran, with former ambassador Mike Herzog noting that Israel's influence on US decision-making has diminished. Netanyahu also declined a meeting with Ukrainian President Volodymyr Zelensky during the same trip.
Yemen's Houthi rebels have declared a maritime blockade on Saudi Arabia, targeting ships carrying Saudi exports through the Bab el-Mandeb Strait. The move has heightened tensions in the region, with the US warning of 'major military punishment' and experts concerned about a return to all-out war.
Hamas has agreed to a deal that includes handing over its weapons to a Palestinian governing committee and the gradual withdrawal of Israeli forces from Gaza. The agreement, announced by US President Donald Trump, has been met with a cautious response from Israel, which has yet to officially comment. The deal's implementation will be overseen by the Board of Peace, with the National Committee for Administration of Gaza handling day-to-day governance.
Boy George has pulled out of a West End production of 'Jesus Christ Superstar' after releasing a pro-Israel song, 'We Will Dance Again,' which drew criticism. His manager confirmed the cast change, and the singer defended his right to express his views. The move has sparked commentary on celebrity involvement in Middle East politics.
Tens of thousands of migrants, mostly young people, have attempted to enter Spain's North African enclave of Ceuta from Morocco, prompting a military deployment and a visit by Prime Minister Pedro Sánchez. Reports estimate up to 40,000 illegal entries in a single day, with at least 18 deaths, and the crisis has drawn criticism of the Spanish government's migration strategy.
Fourteen Israeli soldiers from the Givati Brigade's Tzabar Battalion were sentenced to 30 days in military prison and removed from combat service after leading a mass walkout at the Sde Teiman base. The incident, triggered by a dispute over insignias, has raised questions about military discipline amid the prolonged war.
Over 30 community water systems in Minnesota were targeted in a coordinated cyberattack earlier this week, with US officials suspecting Iranian hackers, though assessments remain preliminary. The attack has prompted federal investigations and heightened concerns over critical infrastructure vulnerabilities.
The Arab League's Permanent Arab Committee for Human Rights has proposed a new term, 'Wholocide,' arguing that 'genocide' is insufficient to describe Israel's actions. The proposal has sparked debate, with some commentators seeing it as an attempt to create a historical concept parallel to the Holocaust, while others frame it as part of a broader narrative shift.
Israeli forces used 700 tonnes of explosives to destroy parts of a Hezbollah tunnel network near Lebanon's Beaufort Castle, as reported by Al Jazeera. The operation reflects the ongoing campaign against Hezbollah infrastructure, amid broader conflict and ceasefire negotiations.
US President Donald Trump says a deal has been reached for Hamas to disarm and Israel to withdraw from Gaza, but hurdles remain. Meanwhile, Iran's military says it launched drone strikes on US facilities in Kuwait, and the US confirms a 'heavy wave of strikes' against Iran.
Hamas has accepted a framework to disarm in Gaza, including handing over heavy weapons and destroying tunnels, as part of a stabilization deal. The agreement, tied to Israeli troop withdrawal, could be a first credible step toward ending the nearly three-year war, but skepticism remains among Palestinians.
Senior US and Board of Peace officials say Hamas has accepted a roadmap requiring the dismantling of its military infrastructure and withdrawal from governing Gaza, calling it a 'historic breakthrough.' Israeli officials remain skeptical, and the agreement is built on conditions, reciprocity, and verification rather than trust.
US President Donald Trump announced a phased agreement for the complete disarmament of Hamas and other armed groups in Gaza, brokered through his Board of Peace. The deal would see Israeli forces withdraw and an international stabilisation force deploy, but Hamas officials conditioned disarmament on Israel's compliance, and Israeli attacks continued.
As Israel enters its first election since the October 7 massacre, a Likud campaign video using AI-generated imagery has sparked controversy for appearing to depict the late son of Gadi Eisenkot. The incident has sharpened focus on new regulations for digital campaign material and broader concerns about synthetic media and foreign influence.
Former hostage Evyatar David, in his first interview since release, recounts his abduction from the Nova music festival, his captivity with childhood friend Guy Gilboa-Dalal, and the ongoing battle with PTSD. The Jerusalem Post reports on his emotional testimony and the crowdfunding campaign launched for his recovery.