Gaza truce
Hamas Offers Weapons "Freeze" Instead of Disarmament in Gaza Peace Negotiations
Dec 11, 2025 06:32 am CST
Hamas leadership has proposed a weapons "freeze" rather than full disarmament as part of ongoing Gaza truce negotiations. Senior Hamas figure Khaled Meshaal told Al Jazeera that while complete disarmament is "unacceptable," the group is willing to discuss weapons storage arrangements as guarantees against military escalation, potentially opening a path forward in the fragile US-brokered ceasefire agreement.
Netanyahu Announces Meeting with Trump to Advance Second Phase of Gaza Peace Plan
Dec 08, 2025 02:50 am CST
Israeli Prime Minister Benjamin Netanyahu has announced an upcoming meeting with President Donald Trump to discuss the second phase of a Gaza peace plan, which aims to end Hamas's control of the enclave and explore opportunities for lasting peace. The plan includes provisions for hostage releases, establishing an interim Palestinian government, and implementing international security measures.
Gaza's Mental Health Crisis: A "Volcano" of War Trauma Emerges Following Truce
Nov 04, 2025 12:54 am CST
Gaza residents face a devastating mental health crisis as psychological trauma surfaces following the recent truce. Palestinian specialists report overwhelming numbers seeking treatment, with children exhibiting widespread symptoms of distress. Despite damaged facilities and limited resources, healthcare workers continue providing essential mental health services to a population of 2.3 million affected by two years of conflict, displacement, and humanitarian crisis.