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‘Immediately’: Israel defies Trump’s demand

Having heard Donald Trump’s demand that it stop bombing Gaza “immediately”, Israel claims to have shifted its posture.

Hamas agrees to parts of Trump's Gaza plan, including release of Israeli hostages

Militant group says other aspects of the president's deal still need to be negotiated

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Israel intercepts Gaza flotilla and detains activists including Greta Thunberg

South Africa and Turkey have criticised the incident in international waters. Israel says those on board are safe.

Trump prompts Netanyahu to apologize to Qatar for bombing its capital

The Israeli prime minister expressed regret about the strikes and, specifically, “that, in targeting Hamas leadership during hostage negotiations, Israel violated Qatari sovereignty.”

As Canada recognizes a Palestinian state, some in the West Bank fear it's too late

Canada joined Australia, U.K. in recognizing Palestine ahead of UN General Assembly

Israel’s Attack Blew Up Qatar’s Bet on Being Friends With Everyone

The attack on Hamas leaders in the U.S. ally’s capital is pressuring Doha’s strategy of being a back channel to adversaries while showering money on friends.

Israel bombs Gaza City as hospitals are pushed to the 'brink of collapse'

The Israeli military pounded Gaza City using warplanes and tanks on Thursday, pushing yet more residents to flee the enclave's largest city. As a result of Israel intensifying its military operations, hospitals in Gaza are now "on the brink of collapse", the World Health Organization warned. 

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