Trump peace deal
US Offers NATO-like Security Guarantees to Ukraine While Territory Remains Central Dispute in Peace Talks
Dec 16, 2025 08:02 pm CST
The United States has proposed enhanced "Article 5-like" security guarantees for Ukraine as part of renewed peace negotiations, while territorial disputes remain the central obstacle. Ukrainian President Zelensky signals willingness to reconsider NATO membership ambitions in exchange for bilateral security agreements, as European leaders express optimism about progress in Berlin talks despite Russia's continued territorial demands.
Gaza Ceasefire Collapses: Israel Conducts New Strikes After Soldier's Death Despite US Mediation Efforts
Oct 30, 2025 02:35 am CST
The US-brokered Gaza ceasefire has deteriorated after Israel conducted fresh strikes in northern Gaza, claiming to target weapons stockpiles following the death of an Israeli soldier. The renewed violence has killed over 100 Palestinians, including numerous women and children, while hostage return negotiations have stalled amid accusations of Hamas deception. Displaced Gazans express desperation as the death toll in the year-long conflict surpasses 68,000.
Israel Returns 195 Palestinian Bodies to Gaza Under US-Brokered Ceasefire Agreement
Oct 23, 2025 01:02 am CST
Israel has returned 195 Palestinian bodies to Gaza under a ceasefire agreement brokered by US President Donald Trump, with 30 bodies transferred on Wednesday alone. The deal requires Israel to return 15 Palestinian remains for each Israeli hostage body returned by Hamas. Families have identified 57 of the returned Palestinian bodies, while 54 unidentified remains were buried in Deir el-Balah following a funeral procession from Nasser Hospital in Khan Yunis.
Israel Receives Remains of Four More Hostages from Hamas as Part of Trump-Brokered Ceasefire Deal
Oct 15, 2025 05:47 am CST
The Israeli military has confirmed the transfer of four more deceased hostages from Hamas custody as part of the ongoing ceasefire agreement brokered by US President Donald Trump. The remains were handed over to the Red Cross before being transported to Israel for forensic examination, while Gaza's Nasser Medical Centre received 45 Palestinian bodies from Israeli custody. This exchange represents the latest development in implementing the peace agreement designed to end two years of conflict in Gaza.
Iran Rejects Trump's Peace Overture, Citing US Role in Recent Military Strikes
Oct 14, 2025 02:13 pm CST
Iran has dismissed US President Donald Trump's call for a peace agreement, stating that American actions contradict diplomatic rhetoric. Following devastating strikes on Iranian nuclear facilities in June that killed over 1,000 people, Tehran's foreign ministry questioned how peace proposals could follow such hostilities. The exchange highlights ongoing tensions between the nations after a brief but intense conflict that derailed nuclear negotiations.
Trump's Gaza Peace Plan: Navigating Netanyahu's Support Amid Political Challenges
Oct 14, 2025 01:54 pm CST
President Trump's Israel-Hamas peace deal marks a diplomatic victory, but maintaining Netanyahu's cooperation amid Israel's upcoming elections presents significant challenges. The agreement's intentional ambiguity secured initial acceptance but leaves critical issues unresolved, including Hamas disarmament and Gaza's future governance. Trump's leverage with Netanyahu will be tested as right-wing pressure within Israel's coalition could potentially derail the fragile ceasefire arrangement.
Israeli Couple Reunites After 738 Days in Hamas Captivity: Noa Argamani and Avinatan Or's Emotional Journey
Oct 14, 2025 11:56 am CST
After 738 days of separation, Israeli couple Noa Argamani and Avinatan Or finally reunited following Or's release as part of a truce deal between Israel and Hamas. Their emotional reunion caps a two-year ordeal that began at the Nova Music Festival attack on October 7, 2023, highlighting the personal stories behind the hostage crisis and the joy of families reconnecting after prolonged captivity.
Israeli Hostage Elkana Bohbot's Emotional Homecoming After Two Years in Gaza Captivity
Oct 13, 2025 03:24 pm CST
After two years of separation due to the Israel-Hamas conflict, Rebecca Gonzalez prepares for her husband Elkana Bohbot's return as part of a historic hostage release under a new Gaza ceasefire agreement. A touching handmade card from their son awaits among carefully arranged belongings at the border crossing where 20 Israeli hostages are expected to reunite with their families.
Trump Announces Gaza Ceasefire: All Hostages Set for Monday Release in Historic Middle East Peace Deal
Oct 09, 2025 11:54 am CST
US President Donald Trump has announced a breakthrough ceasefire between Israel and Hamas, with all Gaza hostages expected to be released on Monday. The 20-point peace plan includes Israeli troop withdrawal and promises reconstruction efforts in Gaza, potentially marking a significant step toward broader Middle East peace with implications for regional dynamics including Iran.