A senior official from Hamas announced on Monday that the group is prepared to release all Israeli hostages as part of a broad agreement that would include a prisoner exchange and a full halt to the conflict in Gaza. Taher al-Nunu, a leading Hamas figure, stated that the offer also hinges on Israel withdrawing its forces from the Gaza Strip …
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Iran says US rushing for nuclear deal after high-stakes talks
After years of diplomatic silence and tensions, senior officials from Iran and the United States held a rare meeting on Saturday in Muscat, Oman, aiming to revive a nuclear deal. Iranian Foreign Minister Abbas Araghchi and U.S. President Donald Trump’s special envoy Steve Witkoff led the respective delegations. This marks the highest-level interaction since the collapse of the 2015 agreement, …
Read More »What message will Lebanon’s leaders deliver to Ortagus?
As U.S. Deputy Special Envoy for the Middle East Morgan Ortagus prepares for her visit to Beirut, efforts to address unresolved disputes between Lebanon and Israel are set against the backdrop of renewed violence. On Friday, Israel launched a targeted strike on the southern Lebanese port city of Sidon, killing a senior Hamas figure. The airstrike comes despite a ceasefire …
Read More »Trump warns Houthis and Iran the real pain is yet to come
U.S. President Donald Trump has reaffirmed his administration’s intention to continue airstrikes against Yemen’s Houthi rebels, stating the attacks will persist until the group is no longer a danger to maritime security. Trump warned the Houthis and their allies in Iran of severe consequences if hostilities continue, promising further escalation if U.S. and allied ships remain under threat. Speaking through …
Read More »Trump team divided as Iran weighs talks
In just a few days, U.S. President Donald Trump extended a diplomatic overture to Iran while simultaneously targeting Tehranโs allies in Yemen with airstrikes. His administration has renewed calls for Iran to dismantle its nuclear program, yet hinted at greater flexibility in diplomatic efforts, creating confusion over Washingtonโs true intentions. Trump revealed earlier this month that he had sent a …
Read More »Trump approves $3 billion arms deal for Israel
The Trump administration has authorized a substantial arms sale to Israel, totaling nearly $3 billion, by invoking an emergency provision to bypass the standard congressional review process. This decision facilitates the immediate transfer of munitions that have been utilized in Israel’s recent military operations against Hamas in Gaza. The approved package includes over 35,500 MK 84 and BLU-117 bombs, along …
Read More »Iran on ‘high alert’ over feared attack on nuclear sites
Iran has heightened the alert status of its defense systems surrounding nuclear facilities due to concerns over potential attacks from Israel and the United States. This move includes the deployment of additional air defense launchers to bolster security. Earlier this month, Iran unveiled the “Etemad” ballistic missile, which boasts a range of 1,700 kilometers. This missile, measuring 16 meters in …
Read More »Breaking: Lebanon blocked Iranian planes after US warnings
In retaliation for Israeli threats, Lebanon twice this week denied Iranian flights permission to land at Beirut. Lebanese officials informed Iran on Thursday that a flight already scheduled was not to depart. The action followed an Israeli threat, relayed through the United States, to bring down the plane if it tried to land in Lebanon. After consultation between the prime …
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