Gaza war
Israel-Hamas Ceasefire Deal: Current Status of Remaining Hostages in Gaza and Path to Peace
Oct 09, 2025 03:44 pm CST
A comprehensive analysis of the Israel-Hamas ceasefire agreement brokered by President Trump, detailing the status of approximately 45 remaining hostages in Gaza, the exchange terms involving Palestinian prisoners, and the challenges that could impact the implementation of this historic peace deal after two years of devastating conflict.
Netanyahu Pledges to Return All Gaza Hostages "With God's Help" Amid Peace Deal Reports
Oct 09, 2025 07:41 am CST
Israeli Prime Minister Benjamin Netanyahu has reaffirmed his commitment to bringing home all hostages held by Hamas in Gaza following reports of a potential peace agreement. His office released a brief statement expressing faith in the successful return of captives as US President Trump and mediators announced progress in negotiations to end the Gaza conflict.
Two Years of Gaza War: Stalemate Continues as Peace Remains Elusive Despite Mounting Costs
Oct 08, 2025 02:29 am CST
After two years of devastating conflict in Gaza following Hamas' October 2023 attack, Israel and Hamas remain locked in a military and diplomatic stalemate. Despite inflicting substantial damage on Hamas and its regional allies, Israel has failed to achieve its primary objectives while facing increasing international isolation. The conflict has left Gaza in ruins with tens of thousands dead, 90% of the population displaced, and no clear path to resolution despite renewed US-led ceasefire efforts. Both Netanyahu and Hamas cling to power amid mounting domestic criticism, regional instability, and humanitarian catastrophe.
US Provided $21.7 Billion in Military Aid to Israel During Two Years of Gaza Conflict, Study Reveals
Oct 07, 2025 05:00 pm CST
A new academic study from Brown University reveals the United States has provided $21.7 billion in military assistance to Israel since the Gaza conflict began in October 2023, spanning both Biden and Trump administrations. The comprehensive analysis also indicates an additional $10 billion in US spending on broader Middle East security operations, including actions against Houthi rebels and Iranian targets, as peace negotiations continue between Israel and Hamas.
Israel Marks Second Anniversary of October 7 Attack as Gaza Ceasefire Negotiations Continue
Oct 07, 2025 01:05 pm CST
Israel commemorates the second anniversary of the October 7, 2023 Hamas attack while peace negotiations take place in Egypt under a US-proposed plan. After two years of conflict that has claimed over 67,000 Palestinian lives and left 47 Israeli hostages still in captivity, both sides face international pressure to reach a ceasefire agreement as President Trump urges negotiators to "move fast" toward resolution.
Greta Thunberg and 160 Gaza Aid Activists Deported to Greece Following Flotilla Interception
Oct 07, 2025 05:22 am CST
Swedish activist Greta Thunberg and 160 fellow campaigners arrived in Greece after being expelled from Israel for attempting to break the Gaza blockade with humanitarian aid. Activists reported mistreatment during detention, while Israel denies these claims and maintains that the flotilla violated prohibited waters with minimal aid onboard.
Hamas and Israel Edge Closer to Ceasefire Deal: Critical Hostage-Prisoner Exchange Talks Begin in Egypt
Oct 06, 2025 09:56 am CST
Negotiations for a Hamas-Israel hostage-prisoner exchange are underway in Egypt as both sides meet for crucial peace talks. Donald Trump's proposed peace plan has received positive responses, calling for the release of 47 remaining Gaza hostages in exchange for over 1,900 Palestinian prisoners. With the war approaching its two-year mark, diplomatic efforts intensify to achieve a lasting ceasefire in Gaza while determining the territory's future governance.
US Secretary of State Marco Rubio: Gaza War Continues as Hostage Release Negotiations Progress
Oct 05, 2025 10:32 pm CST
US Secretary of State Marco Rubio clarifies that the Gaza conflict remains ongoing despite progress in hostage release negotiations with Hamas. While Hamas has agreed to President Trump's framework for releasing hostages in exchange for Israeli withdrawal to the "yellow line," Rubio emphasizes that establishing long-term peace through Palestinian leadership restructuring and terrorist disarmament presents even greater challenges ahead.
Trump's Gaza Peace Plan: Analyzing Prospects for Ending the Israel-Hamas Conflict
Oct 04, 2025 11:44 pm CST
President Trump's 20-point peace plan has garnered cautious positive responses from both Israel and Hamas, potentially signaling the end of the two-year Gaza conflict. While Israel has agreed to work toward immediate implementation and Hamas has accepted key provisions including hostage release, significant challenges remain unresolved, including disarmament requirements, withdrawal timelines, and future governance structures. This analysis examines the current status of the peace process, political calculations by both parties, and the obstacles that could still derail lasting peace in the region.
Gaza Mother Battles to Save Cancer-Stricken Daughter After Losing Three Children in Conflict
Oct 02, 2025 05:24 pm CST
A 22-year-old Palestinian mother, Nancy Abu Matroud, fights to save her two-year-old daughter Etra who has cancer, after losing three other children during Gaza's war. With the children's hospital closed due to Israeli military operations, the family faces critical healthcare shortages in a region where only 14 of 35 hospitals remain partially functional, amid widespread displacement and malnutrition affecting Gaza's 2.2 million residents.