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The Israeli Prime Minister's office has announced that Hamas has handed over the remains of two more deceased Israeli captives from Gaza, bringing the total number returned to 12. The development comes as the Palestinian group accused Israel of continuing to commit ceasefire violations and repudiating the commitments
Hostages
The Israeli government has announced that Hamas has handed over the bodies of two more hostages, bringing the total number of returned bodies to 12. The bodies were received by the Israeli prime minister's office in the early hours of Sunday, despite tensions rising over the closure of
Netanyahu, Benjamin
Israeli Prime Minister Benjamin Netanyahu said on Saturday that the war in Gaza will only end after the completion of the second phase of the truce, which involves the disarming of Hamas. The first phase of the truce has seen the handover of 12 bodies of hostages, including 10 by
Trump, Donald
President Trump's key contribution to the Gaza cease-fire was not about pressuring Israeli Prime Minister Benjamin Netanyahu with threats or consequences, but rather offering him political lifelines to counter his domestic woes. Trump's diplomatic success was bolstered by external factors, including Hamas's weakened position
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US President Donald Trump will host Israeli Prime Minister Benjamin Netanyahu at the White House on Monday for crucial talks aimed at pushing a long-elusive Gaza peace plan over the line. Trump has expressed optimism about a potential breakthrough in the nearly two-year war in Gaza, free hostages held by
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Israel marked a national day of commemoration for the victims of the Hamas-led attack on October 7, 2023, and those who died in the ensuing war. Two state ceremonies were held on Thursday at the Mount Herzl national cemetery in Jerusalem, one for soldiers and security personnel and the other
Netanyahu, Benjamin
President Trump's addresses to the Israeli Knesset and world leaders at the Sharm el Sheikh summit have been met with skepticism, with some questioning his ability to deliver a wider Middle East peace. Trump's business-school approach to foreign policy, which combines bullying, flattering, and exaggerating, has
Foreign policy
The cease-fire in Gaza, brokered by President Donald Trump, has been attributed to his diplomacy in persuading Prime Minister Benjamin Netanyahu of Israel to accept the deal. However, a closer look reveals that Trump's success was not due to threats or pressure, but rather offering carrots on domestic
Hostages
A fragile cease-fire deal between Israel and Hamas has entered its first phase, with the release of 20 living hostages and the return of several deceased hostages' bodies, raising hopes for a potential end to the deadly two-year war in Gaza. However, the agreement's success hangs in
Netanyahu, Benjamin
Israeli Prime Minister Benjamin Netanyahu and US President Donald Trump announced a 20-point plan aimed at resolving the conflict in Gaza, sparking optimism among both Israelis and Palestinians. However, the plan's feasibility is facing significant challenges, with five key reasons for concern. Despite the need for lasting peace,
Trump, Donald
President Donald Trump's emphasis on foreign policy, particularly in the Middle East, has taken a significant shift towards prioritizing deals over promoting democratic values and norms. This approach was evident in his recent call for pardoning Israeli Prime Minister Benjamin Netanyahu, who is facing corruption charges. Trump'
Trump, Donald
President Trump made an unexpected suggestion while addressing a grateful Israeli Parliament on Monday: Prime Minister Benjamin Netanyahu, currently on trial for corruption, should be pardoned. "Hey, I have an idea," Mr. Trump said to the holder of Israel's largely ceremonial presidency, Isaac Herzog. "Mr.
