Hamas, Israel conduct fifth prisoner exchange under Gaza ceasefire
On the 21st day of the Gaza ceasefire, Hamas’ military wing, the Al-Qassam Brigades, handed over three Israeli detainees—Eli Sharabi, Or Levy, and Ohad Ben Ami—in Deir al-Balah, central Gaza. In response, Israeli authorities released 183 Palestinian prisoners on Saturday
EU considers easing sanctions on Syrian energy sector, conditions apply
The European Union (EU) is considering a partial suspension of sanctions targeting Syria’s energy industry, potentially lifting the ban on crude oil imports and the export of oil and gas technologies, according to a report by Bloomberg. The potential move
Egypt slams Israeli “reckless remarks” on Saudi sovereignty
Egypt has strongly condemned recent statements by Israeli officials regarding Saudi Arabia, calling them “irresponsible and unacceptable.” The Egyptian Ministry of Foreign Affairs released a statement on Saturday denouncing the remarks, which it said incite against the Kingdom of Saudi
ICC receives backing from 78 nations following US sanctions over Israel investigation
Seventy-eight nations have issued a joint statement reaffirming their support for the International Criminal Court (ICC) after the Trump administration imposed sanctions against the court and its officials. The US government imposed the sanctions after the ICC issued an arrest
Egypt leads Arab diplomatic push on Gaza crisis, Palestinian statehood
Egypt Minister of Foreign Affairs and Emigration, Badr Abdelatty, has held intensive consultations with foreign ministers from across the Arab world to address the escalating crisis in Gaza and the broader Palestinian issue, according to a statement from the Ministry
Egypt reaffirms commitment to Palestinian rights, Gaza reconstruction: Madbouly to Palestinian PM
Egypt reaffirmed its commitment to Gaza reconstruction and supporting the Palestinian people’s right to self-determination and an independent state, with East Jerusalem as its capital, during a meeting between Egyptian Prime Minister Mostafa Madbouly and Palestinian Prime Minister and Foreign
Arab, global rejection of Trump’s Gaza takeover plans
US President Donald Trump’s recent announcement proposing that the United States take control of the Gaza Strip after resettling Palestinians elsewhere has sparked widespread condemnation across the globe. Countries and international organizations have expressed their firm rejection of any plan
Egypt Warns Israel Against Displacing Palestinians
Egypt warned Israel on Thursday against implementing any plan to displace Palestinians, rejecting such proposals and initiating a diplomatic effort to prevent their realisation. The warning follows reports of a US proposal for mass relocation of Palestinians from the Gaza
Al-Sisi, Macron discuss Gaza, Syria, Lebanon in phone call
Egyptian President Abdel Fattah Al-Sisi and French President Emmanuel Macron discussed regional developments, including the situation in Gaza, Syria, and Lebanon, in a phone call Wednesday. The two leaders reaffirmed their countries’ close relationship and commitment to enhanced cooperation, emphasizing
Shehbaz Sharif reiterates Pakistan’s support for Kashmir on Solidarity Day
Pakistan reaffirmed its unwavering support for the Kashmiri people’s right to self-determination on Kashmir Solidarity Day, observed annually on 5 February. Prime Minister Muhammad Shehbaz Sharif released a message emphasizing Pakistan’s commitment to the Kashmiri cause. Sharif stated that