ceasefire in Gaza

Hamas on edge? US pushes group to disarm for long-term Gaza ceasefire with Israel

[ad_1] Armed Hamas member (AP file photo) A new US-backed proposal has reportedly been presented to Hamas, asking the group to give up its weapons as part of efforts to secure a long-term ceasefire in Gaza.According to New York Times, the plan has been put forward by Board of Peace, created under US President Donald […]

Katherine Clark retracts ‘genocide’ label: Not accusing Israel; calls for aid, hostages return

[ad_1] US House minority whip Katherine Clark clarified her recent remarks by stating she was not accusing Israel of genocide, despite using the term during an event last week. The clarification came in a statement to POLITICO on Tuesday.Clark had referred to “genocide and destruction” in Gaza while speaking at a Quaker-hosted event, provoking significant […]

Israel-Iran: US envoy Steve Witkoff heads to Middle East; ‘strong hope’ for humanitarian corridor

[ad_1] US president Donald Trump’s special envoy, Steve Witkoff, is travelling to the Middle East as Washington tries again to secure a ceasefire between Israel and Hamas. The conflict has dragged on for over 21 months, with the situation in Gaza getting worse, especially for people trying to get food and aid. State department spokesperson […]