Israel-Hamas War
Netanyahu yet to respond to Hamas proposal
Prime Minister Benjamin Netanyahu’s reluctance to agree to a ceasefire in Gaza has sparked concerns, with political analyst, Marwan Bishara, suggesting that Netanyahu believes he is “winning the war” and sees no need to compromise. According to Bishara, Netanyahu’s calculation is that Hamas is on the path to defeat, and with a perceived “green light” […]
Lebanese Cabinet Approves US Plan to Disarm Hezbollah
The Lebanese cabinet has approved the “objectives” of a US proposal to disarm Hezbollah, despite the group’s earlier rejection of the demands. The proposal, driven by the United States, aims to ensure that the possession of weapons is restricted solely to the state. Lebanon’s Prime Minister Nawaf Salam said that the cabinet had approved the […]
Hezbollah Rejects Calls to Disarm, Says Demands Serve Israel
Hezbollah leader Naim Qassem has rejected calls for the Lebanese group’s disarmament, saying that such demands serve only Israel. In a televised address marking the first anniversary of the targeted killing by Israel of senior commander Fuad Shukr, Qassem said, “Those who call for submitting arms practically demand submitting them to Israel … We will […]
Hamas Loses Control Over Gaza Amid Israeli Strikes
A senior officer in Hamas’s security forces has revealed that the Palestinian armed group has lost about 80% of its control over the Gaza Strip, with armed clans filling the void. The lieutenant colonel, who spoke on condition of anonymity, said Hamas‘s command and control system had collapsed due to months of Israeli strikes that […]
Hamas Pushes for a Ceasefire Guarantee That Would End The War
US President Donald Trump is set to host Israeli Prime Minister Benjamin Netanyahu next week, with a key focus on brokering a ceasefire in Gaza. Trump expressed optimism about reaching a deal, saying, “Very firm. He wants to end it too… I think we’ll have a deal next week.” He emphasized the need for safety […]
Gaza Conflict Intensifies: Israeli Strikes Kill Dozens
At least five people have been killed and more than 70 wounded in the latest incident of Israeli troops opening fire on hungry Palestinians seeking aid in south Gaza. According to reports, Israeli forces fired on Palestinians near a US-backed aid distribution site west of Rafah in southern Gaza. A medical source at al-Awda Hospital […]