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Israel Continues Military Operations Against Hamas and Hezbollah Despite Ceasefire Tensions
Nov 24, 2025 02:42 am CST
Prime Minister Netanyahu affirms Israel's commitment to preventing Hamas and Hezbollah from rebuilding their capabilities through continued military strikes in Gaza and Lebanon, amid accusations of ceasefire violations and escalating tensions in the region.
Trump Approves F-35 Fighter Jet Sale to Saudi Arabia Despite Technical and Diplomatic Challenges
Nov 18, 2025 02:33 pm CST
President Trump has announced plans to sell advanced F-35 fighter jets to Saudi Arabia ahead of Crown Prince Mohammed bin Salman's White House visit. The deal faces significant hurdles including Israel's regional military edge concerns, Pentagon worries about China accessing the technology, and a complex approval process that could take years. The proposed sale mirrors a similar agreement with the UAE that remains unfulfilled after five years.
Trump Confirms Sale of Advanced F-35 Fighter Jets to Saudi Arabia Ahead of Crown Prince's Visit
Nov 18, 2025 08:11 am CST
President Donald Trump has announced the United States will sell F-35 fighter jets to Saudi Arabia, despite concerns about technology transfer risks to China. The announcement comes as Saudi Crown Prince Mohammed bin Salman makes his first visit to Washington in seven years, with expectations of major bilateral agreements including AI investments and nuclear cooperation. The deal faces scrutiny regarding Israel's military edge and Saudi Arabia's human rights record, while potentially influencing Middle East peace efforts including Saudi normalization with Israel.
Netanyahu Vows Hamas Will Be Disarmed "Easy Way or Hard Way" While Rejecting Palestinian Statehood
Nov 16, 2025 09:32 pm CST
Israeli Prime Minister Benjamin Netanyahu has firmly stated that Hamas will be disarmed "the easy way or the hard way" while maintaining strong opposition to Palestinian statehood. His comments come before a UN Security Council vote on Trump's peace plan, which proposes a "Board of Peace" for Gaza reconstruction while requiring Hamas disarmament, despite the group not fully accepting this condition.
Israel Recovers Remains of Soldier Hadar Goldin After 11-Year Struggle Following 2014 Gaza War
Nov 10, 2025 12:48 pm CST
Israel confirms the recovery of Lieutenant Hadar Goldin's remains, ending an 11-year struggle for his family since his 2014 death in Gaza. The return marks a significant development in the ongoing US-brokered ceasefire between Israel and Hamas, as negotiations continue regarding trapped militants and the broader framework for ending hostilities that began after the October 7, 2023 attack.
Hamas to Return Body of Israeli Officer Hadar Goldin After 11 Years in Gaza
Nov 09, 2025 06:42 pm CST
Hamas' armed wing has announced plans to return the body of Israeli Lieutenant Hadar Goldin, killed during the 2014 Gaza conflict, as part of the ongoing US-brokered ceasefire. The remains were reportedly discovered in a Rafah tunnel, marking a significant development in Israel's efforts to repatriate all hostages and fallen soldiers from Gaza.
US Removes Syria's President Al-Sharaa From Terrorism Blacklist Before Historic Washington Meeting
Nov 08, 2025 10:27 am CST
The United States has officially removed Syrian President Ahmed al-Sharaa from its terrorism blacklist prior to his landmark White House visit with President Trump. This diplomatic shift follows UN sanctions removal and recognizes Syria's new leadership after the Assad regime's fall, despite concerns from regional ally Israel.
Iran Denies US and Israeli Claims of Plot to Assassinate Israeli Ambassador in Mexico
Nov 08, 2025 09:46 am CST
The United States and Israel have accused Iran of orchestrating a plot to assassinate the Israeli ambassador to Mexico, a claim Tehran firmly denies as a "big lie." Mexican authorities state they have no information about the alleged plot, which emerges amid escalating tensions between Iran and Israel following direct military exchanges between the two nations. The controversial allegations involve claims of operatives recruited from Iran's Venezuelan embassy, highlighting the complex web of international relations in the ongoing Middle East conflict.
Turkey Issues Arrest Warrants Against Netanyahu and Israeli Officials for Alleged Gaza Genocide
Nov 08, 2025 05:51 am CST
Turkey has issued arrest warrants charging Israeli Prime Minister Benjamin Netanyahu and 36 other officials with genocide and crimes against humanity over military operations in Gaza. The warrants reference systematic violations and the bombing of a Turkish-built hospital, as a fragile ceasefire holds under a US-brokered peace plan.
Kazakhstan Joins Abraham Accords: Expanding Middle East Peace Initiative Under Trump Administration
Nov 07, 2025 08:54 am CST
Kazakhstan announces its decision to join the Abraham Accords with Israel, marking the first new signatory since 2020. This diplomatic move supports President Trump's Middle East peace efforts while the Gaza ceasefire remains fragile. The Central Asian nation describes the decision as consistent with its foreign policy of promoting regional stability and dialogue.