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‘Aid must be permitted to reach people’: Barack Obama voices concern over Gaza; calls for action to ‘stop preventable starvation’

Former US President Barack Obama (AP photo) Former US President Barack Obama on Monday urged immediate action to prevent what he called the “preventable” starvation unfolding in Gaza, referring to the situation caused by the war that erupted between Israel and Hamas on October 7, 2023.“While a lasting resolution to the crisis in Gaza must […]

‘Not acting in good faith’: US quits Gaza ceasefire talks blaming Hamas’ lack of desire; Netanyahu says Israel still seeks deal for hostage release

The United States withdrew from Gaza ceasefire negotiations on Thursday (local time), alongside Israel, after indirect talks failed to yield progress. Special envoy Steve Witkoff blamed Hamas for the collapse and said Washington would now “consider alternative options”.Witkoff accused Hamas of not “acting in good faith” and stated that the United States was bringing home […]

Israel-Iran Conflict: Netanyahu claims Iran tried to assassinate Donald Trump—is his claim true? | World News

In the great geopolitical drama of our time, where missiles fly, spies disappear, and world leaders exchange threats like teenage diss tracks, Israel’s Benjamin Netanyahu has added another scene to the script—this one featuring Donald Trump, Iran, and two alleged assassination attempts. The claim is explosive, the implications enormous, and, as always, the truth lies […]

Israeli strikes on Gaza, Syria: Trump was ‘caught off guard’; White House says US President quickly called Netanyahu to ‘rectify’ situation

US President Donald Trump was “caught off guard” by Israeli military actions in Syria last week, according to White House spokeswoman Karoline Leavitt, who confirmed he subsequently discussed the matter with Israeli Prime Minister Benjamin Netanyahu.Israel conducted military operations in Damascus and the Druze-majority city of Sweida, stating their intention was to pressure Syrian forces […]

‘Bibi acted like a madman’: US officials slam Netanyahu over Syria strikes; White House frustrated, say reports

Israeli Prime Minister Benjamin Netanyahu, speaks to reporters before a meeting with lawmakers at the Capitol in Washington. (AP) The White House is increasingly concerned about Israeli Prime Minister Benjamin Netanyahu’s military actions in Syria, with several senior US officials expressing frustration over what they describe as his unpredictable and aggressive strategy, Axios reported.Citing six […]

‘Immediate strike’: Netanyahu orders IDF to hit Syrian forces in Sweida; cites threat to Druze community

Image used for representative purposes Israel’s armed forces announced they were conducting strikes against military vehicles of Syrian government forces in Sweida, southern Syria, following reports from Syrian state media about a fresh attack on the predominantly Druze city.“A short while ago, the (Israeli army) began striking military vehicles belonging to Syrian regime forces in […]

Israel’s plan to permanently displace Palestinians threatens Gaza truce talks

Children queue with pots to receive meals from a charity kitchen in Gaza (NYT) An Israeli proposal to force much of Gaza’s population into a small zone in the territory’s south has threatened to derail the latest effort to achieve a truce between Israel and Hamas.In recent weeks, Israeli officials have briefed journalists and foreign […]

Blood, Votes, and Bibi: How Gaza war allowed Benjamin Netanyahu to stage a comeback – and save his political career | World News

FILE – President Donald Trump, left, stands with Israel’s Prime Minister Benjamin Netanyahu at the West Wing of the White House, April 7, 2025, in Washington. (AP Photo/Mark Schiefelbein, File) It’s a known fact that Benjamin Netanyahu is a huge fan of Winston Churchill — the cigars, the wartime posture, the myth of the iron-willed […]

‘Permanent end to war’: Netanyahu says Israel open to negotiations on permanent ceasefire in Gaza, demands Hamas ‘lays down weapons’

Israeli Prime Minister Benjamin Netanyahu said on Thursday that Israel is open to negotiating a permanent ceasefire in Gaza during a proposed 60-day truce, but only on the condition that the territory is demilitarised. Indirect negotiations between the Israeli and Hamas delegations began in Doha on Sunday, seeking to establish a temporary pause in the […]

Israeli strikes kill 40 in Gaza, with no sign of breakthrough after Trump’s talks with Netanyahu

US defence secy Pete Hegseth with Israeli PM Netanyahu at the Pentagon on Wednesday (AFP photo) Deir Al-Balah, Jul 9 (AP) Israeli airstrikes killed at least 40 Palestinians in the Gaza Strip, including 10 members of a family sheltering in a tent, hospital officials said Wednesday. The strikes came as US President Donald Trump pushed […]