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US President Donald Trump says his Board of Peace has reached a 'historic' agreement for the complete disarmament of Hamas and other armed groups in Gaza, as part of his 20-point plan. Negotiators from Egypt, Qatar, and Turkey met in Cairo to discuss implementation, while Israel has yet to comment officially.
UEFA's 55 member associations unanimously voted to boycott all FIFA competitions if FIFA proceeds with plans to sell stakes in its major events to private investors. The proposal, announced by FIFA, faced immediate opposition from UEFA, CONCACAF, and other confederations, while FIFA vowed to continue its consultation process.
Khalil El-Halabi, a 44-year UNRWA veteran, writes in the Jerusalem Post about losing his home and breaking his arm during an evacuation, while urging leaders and US President Donald Trump to pursue dialogue over war.
The Trump administration is considering a $100,000 fee for foreign graduates using the Optional Practical Training (OPT) program, according to the Wall Street Journal. The proposal, still under discussion at the Department of Homeland Security, could affect thousands of international students and U.S. employers. The fee would follow a similar H-1B visa fee that was recently blocked by a U.S. appeals court.
Jamie Raskin, the top Democrat on the US House judiciary committee, has warned of a sweeping investigation into FIFA's financial and political ties to Donald Trump if Democrats win the House. Raskin has initiated a probe into FIFA President Gianni Infantino's relationship with the White House, demanding documents and testimony. The move follows FIFA's proposed multibillion-dollar privatization plan, which has drawn criticism from Uefa and allegations of a 'smash-and-grab scam'.
Pro-Palestinian activists protested outside and inside a Washington DC hotel where Israeli Prime Minister Benjamin Netanyahu was dining, demanding the US enforce ICC arrest warrants. The protests coincided with Netanyahu's visit, which included meetings with President Trump and attendance at Senator Lindsey Graham's funeral.
Russia's Foreign Ministry spokeswoman Maria Zakharova condemned Ukrainian attacks on the Caspian Pipeline Consortium's Black Sea infrastructure, saying they threaten global energy stability and harm the interests of Kazakhstan and the US. The CPC reported a drone attack on two tankers, prompting a suspension of oil shipments.
Israeli Prime Minister Benjamin Netanyahu and US President Donald Trump discussed a range of options for dealing with Iran, from a negotiated deal to continued blockade and potential military action. Netanyahu denied pressuring Trump to escalate the conflict and expressed skepticism about a deal with Iran. The discussions also covered Israel's military presence in southern Syria and future US military aid to Israel.
Israeli politicians have intensified rhetoric against Turkey and Syria, with a government minister calling for the closure of the Turkish Consulate in Jerusalem. A new report alleges Turkey is pursuing a long-term campaign to expand its influence in Jerusalem and support Hamas. The analysis examines the historical context and current tensions.
Anthony Fauci, former top US infectious disease expert, declined to answer questions at a Senate hearing on COVID-19 origins, invoking his Fifth Amendment right. Senator Rand Paul accused Fauci of lying to Congress, while Fauci described Paul's campaign as 'unhinged'.
The US military has carried out a new wave of strikes against Iran, targeting dozens of military facilities. Iran has warned of regional retaliation, and India has advised shipping companies to avoid deploying sailors to the Strait of Hormuz.
The US military has carried out fresh strikes on Iranian targets, prompting Iranian forces to respond against US bases in the region. President Trump has vowed 'major military punishment' while leaving room for diplomacy, as the conflict expands to involve additional countries.
Former top US health official Anthony Fauci invoked his Fifth Amendment right against self-incrimination during a Senate committee hearing on the origins of COVID-19, refusing to answer questions from Republican lawmakers. The hearing, chaired by Senator Rand Paul, rekindled debates over whether the virus emerged naturally or from a lab leak, amid accusations that Fauci misled Congress.
The US military, alongside Saudi Arabia, conducted airstrikes against Iran-backed militias in Iraq in response to drone attacks on American forces and Saudi energy infrastructure. The strikes followed an attempted Iranian ballistic missile attack on US forces, which the US military said was intercepted. Crude oil prices rose more than four percent amid the renewed conflict.
The US Senate voted to pass a bill tightening sanctions against Russia and Iran, moving it to the House of Representatives. The measure includes secondary sanctions and tariffs on Russian oil buyers. President Trump expressed support, while the Russian embassy criticized the legislation.
US President Donald Trump announced a US$22 billion overhaul of Washington Dulles International Airport, including five new terminals and expanded train systems. The plan, funded through municipal bonds, aims to replace aging facilities and improve passenger experience.
The US Federal Reserve left its benchmark interest rate unchanged at 3.5%-3.75% for a fifth consecutive meeting, with a 9-3 vote. Fed Chair Kevin Warsh reaffirmed the central bank's commitment to its 2% inflation target, while government borrowing costs climbed to their highest level since 2007.
BTS has announced it will not submit music for next year's Grammy Awards, a decision widely seen as a protest against the Recording Academy's new Best Asian Pop Music Performance category. The group said it hopes music is 'heard and loved for what it is, rather than divided by region or language.' The Recording Academy's CEO has responded, defending the category and expressing sadness at the decision.
The US and Saudi Arabia launched coordinated strikes on Iran-backed militia bases in Iraq, killing at least 20 fighters, while Iran fired ballistic missiles at US installations in Jordan. The attacks mark a significant escalation, with Riyadh publicly joining Washington for the first time.
Lebanese President Joseph Aoun's first White House visit in 17 years has spotlighted a potential historic shift in Israel-Lebanon relations, with Aoun stating Lebanon's goal to end hostility with Israel. The visit, part of a US-brokered negotiation process, comes amid Hezbollah's reported decline and Aoun's efforts to challenge its influence.