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The detailed proposal for a ceasefire between Israel and Hamas involves a multi-phased de-escalation and the possibility of ending the ongoing war in Gaza. Here’s a breakdown of the current proposal, based on information from Egyptian and Hamas officials: 1. **Initial Agreement and Actions**: The plan seeks to prevent an Israeli ground assault on Rafah by starting with a 40-day …

U.S. President Joe Biden emphasized the necessity of maintaining order on college campuses following weeks of protests and unrest due to student demonstrations against Israel’s war with Hamas in Gaza. After remaining silent as tensions escalated, Biden spoke shortly after police intervened at a large protest at the University of California, Los Angeles, resulting in the arrest of over 200 …

Millions of voters in England and Wales are heading to the polls on Thursday to participate in significant local elections before the upcoming general U.K. election, expected to challenge the 14-year reign of the Conservative Party. Prime Minister Rishi Sunak is keen to leverage these elections, especially in critical mayoral races, to stem discussions about potential leadership changes before the …

Hamas leader Ismail Haniyeh, in a discussion with Egypt’s intelligence chief Abbas Kamel, expressed a constructive outlook towards a ceasefire proposal aimed at halting the ongoing conflict in Gaza that has lasted nearly seven months. On Hamas’ official website, a statement reported Haniyeh’s appreciation for Egypt’s involvement and highlighted the group’s positive approach to reviewing the proposed truce.

France has suggested that Israel and Lebanon conduct indirect negotiations in Paris to seek a diplomatic resolution to their ongoing border dispute, according to Israel’s Channel 13. France is ready to host these discussions, aiming to cease hostilities between Israel and Hezbollah and facilitate the return of displaced residents from both sides of the border. Israel has accepted this proposal, …

During his recent trip to Cairo, French Foreign Minister Stephane Sejourne discussed with Egypt’s Foreign Minister Sameh Shoukry the ongoing ceasefire negotiations between Hamas and Israel, emphasizing that any truce in Gaza should also include a ceasefire in Lebanon. Sejourne’s visit is part of a regional tour, which also included stops in Lebanon, Saudi Arabia, and Israel, aimed at addressing …

EU chief Ursula von der Leyen announced a substantial $1 billion aid package for Lebanon during her visit to the country, aimed at boosting its socio-economic stability amid a severe economic crisis. This financial aid, available through 2027, primarily focuses on enhancing education, health services, and support for Syrian refugees and other vulnerable groups within Lebanon. The package allocates 736 …

The European Union has pledged a substantial aid package totaling 1 billion euros (approximately $1.06 billion) to Lebanon, aimed primarily at strengthening border controls to curb the increasing migration of asylum seekers and migrants from Lebanon to Cyprus and Italy. This financial assistance comes at a time when there is growing resentment towards Syrian refugees in Lebanon, coinciding with a …