Middle East
Trump issues deadline to Hamas for Gaza peace deal
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Former President Donald Trump has given Hamas a two-week deadline to accept his proposed peace plan for Gaza, which includes the release of Israeli hostages. The announcement comes amid ongoing tensions in the Israel-Hamas conflict. Hamas has indicated agreement to the hostage release aspect of the deal.
Stockholm manifestation remembers hostages two years after Hamas attack
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Two years after the Hamas terror attack on Israel on October 7, 2023, a manifestation at Norrmalmstorg in Stockholm highlighted the people still held hostage in Gaza. Participants shared personal stories and demanded their release amid the ongoing conflict. The event was organized by groups including Miff and Bring them home Stockholm.
Trump extends US security guarantee to Qatar
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Israel intercepts Freedom Flotilla with Spanish journalist
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Israel has intercepted a Freedom Flotilla boat in international waters, carrying an El País journalist. The Spanish government ordered it not to enter Israel's maritime exclusion zone to avoid an armed clash. In response, thousands protested in Barcelona and Madrid against Netanyahu.
Reactions to Trump's Gaza peace plan
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US President Donald Trump has presented a controversial plan for peace in the Gaza Strip. The proposal envisions temporary US administration and elicits mixed reactions from Germany, Israel, the UK, France, and Hamas. Critics view it as a form of occupation, while others welcome parts of it.
Trump secures initial Gaza ceasefire and hostage release
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President Donald Trump has brokered the first phase of a 20-point peace plan between Israel and Hamas, leading to a ceasefire and the release of remaining hostages from Gaza. The deal follows intense U.S. pressure on Israeli Prime Minister Benjamin Netanyahu after an Israeli strike in Qatar. Regional leaders have signed on, with hopes for broader normalization agreements.
Trump announces first phase deal in Gaza peace talks
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President Donald Trump announced on October 8, 2025, that Israel and Hamas have agreed to the first phase of a U.S.-backed peace plan for Gaza. The deal involves the release of all hostages held by Hamas and an Israeli troop withdrawal to an agreed line. Trump hinted at a possible trip to the Middle East to advance the negotiations.
Italian PM urges Thunberg's flotilla to abort Gaza voyage
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Italy's Prime Minister Giorgia Meloni has urged Greta Thunberg's flotilla to Gaza to abort the journey. The flotilla, part of the Freedom Flotilla Coalition, aims to break Israel's blockade and deliver humanitarian aid. Israel's ambassador to Sweden warns of risks and provocations.
Prime Minister Kristersson criticizes Greta Thunberg for Gaza visit
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Swedish Prime Minister Ulf Kristersson has criticized activist Greta Thunberg for her trip to Gaza, after she was captured by Israeli authorities. The remarks have sparked reactions from readers and commentators, who view them as belated and lacking empathy. The debate highlights tensions around activism and foreign policy.
Trump meets freed hostage on October 7 anniversary
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On the second anniversary of the Hamas attack on Israel, President Donald Trump met with Edan Alexander, a freed American-Israeli hostage, at the White House. The meeting coincides with U.S. efforts to secure a peace deal involving the release of remaining hostages held by Hamas. Commemorations across Washington highlighted the ongoing conflict and calls for action against antisemitism and terrorist-linked groups.
Trump reveals Netanyahu's apology to Qatar over Gaza airstrikes
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Former President Donald Trump stated that Israeli Prime Minister Benjamin Netanyahu apologized to Qatar's leader for airstrikes in Gaza during a recent heart-to-heart conversation. The disclosure came amid discussions on potential peace deals in the region. Trump highlighted the exchange as a step toward resolving the Israel-Hamas conflict.
Italy Deploys Navy Ship to Aid Gaza Flotilla After Attack
Italy dispatched a navy vessel to assist a humanitarian aid flotilla bound for Gaza following a drone strike that damaged one of its ships. The incident, occurring in international waters, has heightened tensions in the region and prompted calls for safer aid delivery mechanisms. Italian officials urged the flotilla to transfer its cargo to ensure the aid reaches those in need amid the ongoing conflict.
Israel and Hamas agree on first phase of US peace plan
Israel and Hamas have agreed on the first phase of a US peace plan for the Gaza Strip. Prime Minister Benjamin Netanyahu promised to bring all hostages home and reacted with relief to the plan. Hostage families welcomed the agreement.