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Trump's comment to 'clean out' Gaza has thrilled Israel's far right and infuriated Palestinians
Speaking to reporters on Air Force One Saturday, U.S. President Donald Trump said he intends to push the leaders of Egypt and Jordan to build housing for Palestinians in Gaza, so they can be relocated. Universally rejected by Palestinians, it's unclear how serious Trump is.
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Hostage, prisoner or detainee? In the latest Israel-Hamas exchange, it's not always clear
Earlier this week, Palestinian activist Bushra Al-Tahil was released from an Israeli prison in exchange for hostages held by Hamas. Although Al-Tahil was held for more than 10 months, she was never charged with a crime.
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With a show of strength, Hamas sends a message about its grip on Gaza
On Sunday, Hamas militants emerged from the shadows and took centre stage at the handover of the three Israeli hostages. Donning their dress uniforms, their intent appeared to convey messages to the world and their own people, about the group’s endurance and future in Gaza.
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Getting a truce between Hamas and Israel was excruciating. Now comes the hard part
While Palestinians are largely jubilant, many Israelis are suspicious of the deal agreed to by Prime Minister Benjamin Netanyahu. Some fear it will not lead to the return of all of those held captive in Gaza, while others see it as a delaying tactic.
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Trump gets credit for what looks like Joe Biden's ceasefire proposal in Gaza
Amid the relief over a reported ceasefire between Israel and Hamas and an end to the slaughter in Gaza, there are also plenty of questions about why the deal couldn't have been signed eight months ago.
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Elon Musk is on a tear as he shakes up politics in Europe. What's his endgame?
Not content with having the ear of incoming U.S. president Donald Trump, tech billionaire Elon Musk has been trashing European politicians on both the left and right, and using posts on his social media platform, X, to disrupt politics across the continent.
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On 1st day in witness box, Netanyahu switches from divisive wartime leader to defiant accused criminal
Benjamin Netanyahu became the first sitting Israeli PM to appear as a defendant in a criminal trial Tuesday. But his goal over the upcoming weeks of testimony may be more than just fending off charges of bribery and breach of trust — it may be to define and reinforce his legacy as Israel’s saviour.
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As Syrians celebrate the demise of a tyrant, there may not be an obvious successor to take over
Just a week ago, Bashar al-Assad’s regime in Syria seemed just as unassailable as it's been for decades. But an 11-day sprint from northern Idlib province down to Damascus has sent Assad into political exile and left Syrians wondering who has the ability to unite so many divided factions.
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In Syria, a ruthless dictator is under siege. Will anyone step up to save him?
After years of lying dormant, the civil war in Syria is suddenly active again. A coalition of rebel forces have dealt stunning setbacks to the regime of President Bashar al-Assad. Now, with his final strongholds under threat, the question is whether his weakened allies will step up to save him.
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With Hamas losing grip on Gaza, lawlessness becomes one more threat to civilians
With Hezbollah and Israel agreeing to a ceasefire, the focus shifts back to Hamas in Gaza, where lawlessness reigns and the weakened militant group is unable to maintain law and order.