Netanyahu and Trump Signal End to Gaza Ceasefire Talks as Humanitarian Crisis Deepens

Israeli Prime Minister Benjamin Netanyahu and U.S. President Donald Trump on Friday signaled a sharp shift away from ceasefire negotiations with Hamas, declaring that the militant group has shown no real interest in reaching a deal. Speaking publicly, Netanyahu said Israel was considering “alternative” strategies to achieve its objectives: securing the release of hostages held…

First Hostages Freed as Gaza Truce Begins

The first three Israeli hostages were released on Sunday under a long-awaited truce between Israel and Hamas, marking a significant breakthrough in the devastating conflict that has gripped the region for over 15 months. The three women—Emily Damari, Romi Gonen, and Doron Steinbrecher—were handed over to the Red Cross in Gaza City before being transferred…