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A directive, which Israeli officials believe was written by Yahya Sinwar, the powerful leader of Hamas in Gaza, and recordings called for fighters to target soldiers and civilian communities — and to broadcast the violent acts
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A directive, which Israeli officials believe was written by Yahya Sinwar, the powerful leader of Hamas in Gaza, and recordings called for fighters to target soldiers and civilian communities — and to...
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Could it really be possible that #Israel was not invited to a #MiddleEast peace summit? And if it was invited, how could it decide not to attend? As the saying goes, if you're not at the table, you're probably on the menu. https://t.co/oZNXj6Y3dq via @timesofisrael
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Trump administration official says meeting aimed to solidify support of US, Egypt, Qatar, and Turkey for Gaza peace plan; may set up wider movement for normalization with Israel
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Qatari Al-Araby channel: —The living hostages will be handed over tomorrow morning local time, at several points in the Gaza Strip. —Tomorrow evening, Hamas will hand over several bodies to Israel.
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As per my query on Friday re what happens to clans who fought with Israel against )-Hamas: Hamas said to arrest 60 members of rival clan after gunfights in Gaza City https://t.co/jPr5tfPDtZ
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MODERATOR: Are you willing to commit to NOT raise the sales tax? MIKIE SHERRILL: I'm not going to commit to anything right now. On Nov. 4, vote NO on Mikie Sherrill. ❌
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Etihad will begin flying to/from Afghanistan beginning in mid-December starting with an Abu Dhabi-Kabul route
Kabul is next on our map - get ready for takeoff! ✈️ Starting 18 December 2025, we’re launching flights to Afghanistan’s vibrant capital, connecting Kabul with Abu Dhabi and beyond. Fly direct on board our Etihad A320, featuring Business and Economy cabins designed for comfort,
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Second statement in recent days from the Hikmat al-Hijri-backed National Guard Forces commenting on issues of command and control within its ranks
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In his speech, King Mohammed VI called for social reform amid the Gen Z protests. @hdagres and Sabina Henneberg explain how Rabat might respond to these protests.
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Why did Hamas accept a deal in which it gave up its major asset, the Israeli hostages, and why did they agree to a deal that envisions its own disarmament? Neomi Neumann explains. 📺Watch the full webcast: https://t.co/FQQFb09VrB
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The E3 statement on the Middle East underscores a pivotal question for implementing the next phases #Gazaplan: What role will the UN play? Will the International Stabilization Force (ISF) operate as a peacekeeping mission?
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“How @POTUS fulfills his responsibility for the #Gaza peace deal has major consequences for #America’s role in the region and in the world. All our adversaries - #China, #Russia, #Iran and others - are watching.” Yours truly in @latimes
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Remember the Pottery Barn rule of foreign policy? 'You break it, you own it.' We now have the Trump corollary: 'You patch it, you own it.'
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There are three core elements of the Gaza peace plan, said @nmladenov: 1. An arrangement to end the fighting and bring the hostages back 2. An arrangement to end the humanitarian crisis in Gaza 3. A political framework that allows Israelis and Palestinians—with U.S.
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"A seemingly fearless Gen Z underscores how a new generation of Moroccans—as elsewhere around the region—is speaking out against continuing injustices and systemic problems that plague their respective countries," write @hdragres and Sabina Henneberg.
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How is Israeli politics reacting to the Gaza peace plan? @DavidMakovsky explained how the end of the war can impact Israeli politics. 📺Watch the full webcast: https://t.co/T6OI8o1FEO
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What makes this ceasefire different from all others and what were the unique factors that made this possible? @AmbHerzog explains. 📺Watch the full webcast: https://t.co/T6OI8o1FEO
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Good statecraft involves timing , sense of coercion, and attention to detail to make sure everyone understands an agreement the same way. Trump excels at coercion, timing, but not details.Biden Admin knew details but lacked effective coercion, meaning no feared saying no to it.
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Israel publishes list of 250 Palestinian prisoners it will release; Islamic Jihad commander behind 3 suicide bombings to go free
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"Despite coming to office eager to shed America’s Middle East commitments, Trump just took on a huge one: responsibility for a peace plan that will forever bear his name," writes @robsatloff in @latimes.
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Remember the Pottery Barn rule of foreign policy? 'You break it, you own it.' We now have the Trump corollary: 'You patch it, you own it.'
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