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Hamas hands over Israeli-American hostage Edan Alexander to Red Cross

Hamas on Monday released Edan Alexander, the last known US hostage in the Gaza Strip, as part of a deal with the US aimed at broadening efforts to reach a ceasefire, a source close to Hamas said. 

‘Trump’s Gaza’ might actually be on

First, there was the bizarre statue video posted to Donald Trump’s socials. Now, it appears the US President is a step closer to his goal for “peace”.

India launches military strikes on Pakistan

New Delhi takes action after linking Islamabad to militant attack in Indian-administered Kashmir

Houthi missile hits near Israel's main airport

Unverified footage appeared to show a plume of black smoke rising from an area near the airport on the outskirts of Tel Aviv.

Syria’s Jihadist-Turned-President Seeks New Allies

In an interview, President Ahmed al-Shara urged the U.S. to lift sanctions and alluded to the possibility of future military support from Russia and Turkey.

‘Used him’: Truth behind shock split

The world’s most confusing marriage seems to have come undone – and Kanye West could be about to get a harsh dose of his own medicine.

Netanyahu defies ICC with Budapest visit (PHOTOS)

The Israeli PM has received a warm welcome by Hungarian officials despite war crimes charges by the International Criminal Court

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Syrian leader announces new government

A new 23-member cabinet has been formed four months after the ouster of former President Bashar Assad

Israel to ‘seize more ground’ and warns Hamas it will annex parts of Gaza

Defence minister, Israel Katz, threatens to implement Trump’s plan to turn Gaza into resort if hostages not released

At least 53 killed in US strikes on Yemen's Houthis as Trump vows to end Red Sea attacks

The United States and Iran-backed Houthi rebels in Yemen are both vowing escalation a day after US President Donald Trump launched air strikes to deter rebel attacks on Red Sea shipping vessels, which the White House claims killed senior rebel leaders. Washington also warned Tehran to stop backing the Houthis.

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Time is running out for Syria’s president

He must share power if he is to hold his country together

Putin says Russia in favor of ceasefire proposal, but 'there is a nuance'

President Trump's Middle East envoy, Steve Witkoff, was in Moscow on Thursday.

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