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Israeli Government Approves Hostage Deal Setting a Cease-Fire in Gaza
The deal promises to free the hostages, pause the fighting for the first time since March and push forward President Trump’s plan to end the war
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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.
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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
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.
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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.”
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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
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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.
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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.
Israel guilty of genocide in Gaza – UN commission
West Jerusalem has rejected the accusation, slamming the body as a “Hamas proxy” and calling for its abolition
