Tag: International Diplomacy
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Israeli Hostage Release: Remaining Living Hostages Freed and Ongoing Updates
Overview: A Day of High-Stakes Exchanges News outlets reported a pivotal day as a second group of Israeli hostages reportedly received by the Red Cross signaled continued progress in a fraught exchange process. The day’s unfolding events show a complex timetable: seven hostages released earlier in the morning were followed by a second group, with…
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Croatia pledges 100k euro for Philippines earthquake relief
Croatia steps forward with humanitarian aid for the Philippines The Croatian government has announced a donation of 100,000 euros to support the Philippines in its response to a string of powerful earthquakes that have affected parts of the country in recent weeks. The pledge was disclosed by visiting Croatian Foreign Minister Gordan Grlić Radman during…
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Ceasefire in Gaza: Thousands Return as Hostages Begin to Be Released and Aid Flows Resume
Thousands Return to a Devastated Gaza as Ceasefire Takes Effect As a U.S.-brokered ceasefire began, thousands of Palestinians headed back to the heavily damaged northern Gaza Strip. The pause in fighting offers a window for humanitarian relief and the release of the remaining hostages, but it also raises urgent questions about who will govern Gaza…
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Live Updates: Gaza Ceasefire First Phase Moves Forward as Hostages Expected to Return
Overview of the First-Phase Ceasefire Plan Updated developments show a U.S.-brokered ceasefire framework between Israel and Hamas moving into its first phase. The Israeli cabinet is expected to vote on the plan soon, with the goal of deploying forces to a proposed initial withdrawal line within 24 hours of approval. The plan envisions a sequence…
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Turkish Delegation Explores Pakistan’s Parliament House, Strengthening Bonds
Turkish Delegation Visits Pakistan’s Parliament House A nine-member Turkish delegation visited the Parliament House and the Constitution Gallery in Islamabad on Thursday, underscoring the growing cooperation between Pakistan and Türkiye and the shared commitment to democratic institutions in the region. The visit, coordinated by the Senate Secretariat, featured formal briefings, guided tours, and discussions aimed…
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UK Says It Is Ready to Support Gaza Ceasefire Implementation as Global Efforts Grow
UK signals readiness to help implement Gaza ceasefire plan The UK has stated it stands ready to play its part in implementing the Gaza ceasefire deal, with foreign secretary Yvette Cooper outlining a pathway for international cooperation. Speaking at Hillsborough Castle, Cooper said that work would continue as nations converge to support a just and…
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Israel and Hamas agree Gaza ceasefire: What it means
A pivotal moment in the Gaza war Israel and Hamas have reportedly agreed to a Gaza ceasefire aimed at ending the deadly conflict that has devastated the enclave and surrounding regions. The agreement comes after months of intensified fighting, international pressure, and mediation efforts from regional and global powers. While the exact terms are still…
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Indirect Talks in Egypt Offer New Hope to End Gaza War
Rising hopes as Egypt hosts indirect talks Negotiations in Egypt between Israeli and Hamas negotiators, mediated by regional powers and the United States, mark a new phase in diplomacy aimed at ending the Gaza war. The talks are indirect but structured around a concrete U.S. ceasefire proposal that envisions a staged approach to hostages, prisoners,…
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Greta Thunberg alleges harsh treatment in Israeli detention
Overview: A high-profile detention amid the Gaza flotilla dispute Greta Thunberg, the Swedish environmental activist known for climate advocacy and outspoken political critique, has become a focal point in a broader confrontation over aid efforts to Gaza. Detained during a Gaza aid flotilla operation, she has since alleged harsh conditions in Israeli custody, drawing attention…
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Gaza Peace Deal Nears as Trump Says Very Close to Agreement
Overview: Trump’s Assertion Amid Ongoing Strikes In a recent interview with Axios, former President Donald Trump asserted that a Gaza peace deal is “very close,” even as Israeli forces maintain bombardment of the territory. The remarks come as a 20-point White House plan has been put on the table, with various parties signaling conditional openness…