The World
Israel suspends the entry of commercial goods into Gaza
The suspension of commercial deliveries to Gaza could further threaten the food supply to a population already dependent on humanitarian aid
Gaza
Elections in Gaza for the first time in two decades
By holding elections for the first time in two decades, Gaza is preparing for the expected transition of Hamas from power
Near East
Israel and Hamas exchange accusations of attacks, truce in question
Less than a week after it took effect, the truce between Israel and Hamas is already falling apart. The Israeli army claims that Hamas violated the agreement by firing a rocket, while claims come from Gaza that there was no conflict.
Near East
Hamas released all remaining Israeli hostages alive
Twenty Israeli hostages were handed over to the Red Cross in Gaza, several regional media reported. The liberation was carried out by the military wing of Hamas with the mediation of Qatar and Saudi Arabia
War in the Middle East
Netanyahu: The government of Israel approved the peace agreement for Gaza
Prime Minister Benjamin Netanyahu has confirmed that the Israeli government has accepted a peace framework with Hamas that provides for the release of hostages and an end to the two-year conflict in Gaza. The agreement is part of a broader initiative to stabilize the region under the auspices of the US
Near East
Trump: Israel and Hamas have agreed on the first phase of the Gaza peace plan
US President Donald Trump has announced that Israel and Hamas have agreed to stop fighting in the Gaza Strip and exchange prisoners. Hamas announces the release of 20 hostages, and Israel's partial withdrawal from Gaza
War in the Middle East
Two years of war with Israel: Hamas weakened but not destroyed
Two years after the start of the Israeli offensive, Hamas has lost most of its commanders and thousands of fighters, but the group still functions as a decentralized guerrilla network. Despite Israeli dominance, Hamas retains the ability to carry out attacks and recruit new members, while Gaza remains devastated and without a stable civilian administration.
Near East
Two years of war in Gaza: Israel does not win, Hamas does not disappear
Two years after the Hamas attack that shook Israel to its foundations, the Middle East looks completely different. Hamas has weakened militarily, but it has not disappeared. Israel is militarily dominant, but politically isolated and deeply divided internally. While the region continues to burn, the wounds from Gaza and Israel are not healing
Near East
Partial acceptance: Hamas on Trump's Gaza plan
Hamas has accepted some points of the US plan to end the war in Gaza, including the release of hostages and the relinquishment of power, but is seeking additional consultations on other parts
The war in Gaza
Serbia appealed again to free Alon Ohel
The parents of Alon Ohel, a citizen of Serbia who was kidnapped by Hamas on October 7, 2023, say that their son is losing sight in his right eye and demand that he be examined by an ophthalmologist
The war in Gaza
Israel rushes into Gaza City
The Israeli army will try to completely occupy Gaza City, even though the General Staff had objections. War in urban conditions could claim even more lives
Near East
Israeli attack on Hamas officials in Doha
Israel carried out an attack on the leadership of Hamas in Qatar on Tuesday (September 9). The target was Hamas negotiators, the media reports
Near East
Israel issued an evacuation warning: The offensive is coming to the center of Gaza
Israel has issued a warning to evacuate central Gaza, despite fears by the families of Israeli hostages that their relatives are there. Meanwhile, hundreds of civilians are waiting for aid that is not arriving, while the UN warns of famine and the collapse of the health system
Gaza Strip
Hamas agrees to a proposal for a cease-fire agreement
A senior Hamas official said the Palestinian movement has accepted a new ceasefire proposal in the Gaza Strip presented by mediators, calling on Israel to accept it as well.
Near East
Palestinians protest in the north of Gaza, demanding an end to the war
Hundreds of Palestinians protested in northern Gaza on Wednesday (March 26th), demanding an end to the war and chanting "Hamas go away".
Near East
The collapse of the truce: New Israeli attacks on the Gaza Strip
After less than two months of truce in the Gaza Strip, Israel attacks again. The UN is withdrawing some of its staff. The Israeli army also fired rockets at Hezbollah positions in Lebanon
Gaza Strip
Trump to the residents of Gaza: If you hold hostages, you are dead!
US President Donald Trump has threatened Hamas to immediately release the hostages, or it is "over" for them, Hamas sees the threats as encouraging Israel to abandon the ceasefire
Israel and Palestine
No progress on the second phase of Gaza ceasefire negotiations
There has been no progress in the latest round of talks on the second phase of a ceasefire between Israel and Hamas and it is unclear whether they will continue on Saturday (March 1st), a senior Hamas official said.
Exchange in Gaza
Hamas released two more hostages
Two Israeli hostages freed by Hamas on Saturday 22 February from the Gaza Strip have arrived in Israel, the Israeli military said, while the family of hostage Shiri Bibas confirmed that her remains had been returned home
Gaza Strip
Hamas handed over the bodies of four dead hostages, including two children
The bodies of the four hostages were first displayed on stage and then handed over to Israel. The United Nations condemns the parade
Near East
Over 50 billion euros are needed for the reconstruction of Gaza
A provisional damage assessment released by the UN, the EU and the World Bank shows that $53,2 billion will be needed to rebuild Gaza over the next decade. In the first three years alone, 20 billion dollars will be necessary for the reconstruction of the basic infrastructure and rehabilitation of the consequences of the war
Exchange in Gaza
Hamas releases three Israeli hostages, Israel releases 183 prisoners
The Palestinian militant group Hamas has released three Israeli hostages as part of a ceasefire agreement with Israel. Tel Aviv, on the other hand, will release 183 Palestinian prisoners, but only when they are convinced that the three hostages are safe
Near East
If Trump were to evacuate Gaza, the Palestinians strongly criticize him
At a joint conference with the Israeli prime minister, Donald Trump announced that the US will play a key role in the reconstruction of Gaza. This plan includes the permanent displacement of Palestinians, which many have condemned as an attempt to expel the population
The World
Ambassador of Israel: Stability is possible without Hamas
"The terrorist organization Hamas bears full responsibility for the suffering inflicted on both Israelis and Palestinians." There is no peace with Hamas," Avivit Bar-Ilan, Israel's ambassador to Serbia, writes in the author's text
Near East
The Return of Displaced Palestinians to Gaza: Between Hope and Uncertainty
The mass return of displaced Palestinians to northern Gaza is taking place under difficult conditions, despite a fragile truce between Israel and Hamas
Near East
Hamas has fresh blood: They are coming for revenge
Not that the "destruction" of Hamas, announced by the Israeli government, did not occur, but that terrorist organization is allegedly recording an influx of new fighters. Why is that so?
Gaza Strip
The cease-fire in Gaza still came into force
After an initial delay, the cease-fire in Gaza began at 11.15:XNUMX a.m. local time on Sunday, according to the office of Israeli Prime Minister Benjamin Netanyahu.