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Trump reiterates plan to ‘take’ Gaza, says will turn it into ‘freedom zone’

Thu, 15 May 2025 - 10:35 GMT

“I have concepts for Gaza that I think are very good: make it a freedom zone, let the United States get involved, and turn it into just a freedom zone,” Trump said on Thursday, as reported by AFP.

Trump blames Gaza leaders for blocking hopes of dignified future for Palestinians

Wed, 14 May 2025 - 11:24 GMT

“But that cannot happen as long as Gaza’s leader take delight in raping, torturing, and murdering innocent people. Can’t have it,” Trump asserted

Trump urges Sharaa to normalize ties with Israel day after pledging to lift Syria sanctions

Wed, 14 May 2025 - 09:38 GMT

The meeting, held ahead of a summit between the United States and Gulf Arab countries, comes a day after Trump surprisingly announced lifting all sanctions on the Islamist-led government.

Trump views new Israeli offensive in Gaza as wasted effort: Sources to NBC News

Sun, 11 May 2025 - 03:02 GMT

The sources, a US official and another individual familiar with alleged tensions between Trump and Israeli Prime Minister Benjamin Netanyahu, stated that the US president is disappointed with Tel Aviv’s decision to launch a new military offensive in Gaza.

UPDATED: Trump says India, Pakistan agreed to ‘full, immediate’ ceasefire

Sat, 10 May 2025 - 12:21 GMT

“After a long night of talks mediated by the United States, I am pleased to announce that India and Pakistan have agreed to a FULL AND IMMEDIATE CEASEFIRE,” Trump wrote on his Truth Social.

US-Israeli tensions rise as Trump severs contact with ‘manipulative’ Netanyahu: Report

Fri, 09 May 2025 - 02:39 GMT

According to Yanir Cozin, a correspondent for Israeli Army Radio, Trump's decision came as he thinks Netanyahu is “manipulating him,” according to close associates who spoke to Israeli Strategic Affairs Minister Ron Dermer.

3 Gaza captives presumed dead as Trump, Netanyahu confirm 21 are still alive

Fri, 09 May 2025 - 11:37 GMT

Trump confirmed that three captives have died, decreasing the number of living captives until recent time from 24 to 21.

Trump hints at potential new Gaza ceasefire proposal, says more details coming today

Thu, 08 May 2025 - 09:39 GMT

“A lot of talk going on about Gaza right now.” He added: “You'll be knowing probably in the next 24 hours.”

Trump to visit Saudi Arabia, Qatar, UAE in mid-May

Tue, 22 Apr 2025 - 11:22 GMT

US President Donald Trump is expected to visit Saudi Arabia, Qatar, and the United Arab Emirates in May, White House press secretary Karoline Leavitt said.

US envoy to Middle East says comprehensive deal between Israel, Hamas to be announced soon

Thu, 10 Apr 2025 - 09:20 GMT

US President Donald Trump's Middle East envoy, Steve Witkoff, said that the president is working on a comprehensive deal between Israel and Hamas, which is expected to be announced soon, according to Yedioth Ahronoth.

China halts nearly completed US TikTok deal after Trump’s tariffs

Sat, 05 Apr 2025 - 08:24 GMT

The delay follows Trump's recent tariff announcement, which disrupted a deal aimed at transferring control of TikTok to American ownership, well-informed sources told Reuters, the AP, and CNN.

Houthis vow to ‘meet escalation with escalation’ as US strikes in Yemen kill dozens

Sun, 16 Mar 2025 - 10:19 GMT

“This aggression will not go unanswered, and our armed forces are fully prepared to confront escalation with escalation.”

At least 31 killed in Yemen in US strikes as Trump launches ‘decisive’ military action on Houthis

Sun, 16 Mar 2025 - 09:36 GMT

Al-Asbahi said most of casualties in the strikes, which he said targeted residential and civilian areas in Sanaa, Saada, Al Baydha, and Radaa, were women and children.

US initiates large-scale strikes on Yemen as Trump warns ‘hell will rain down upon’ Houthis

Sat, 15 Mar 2025 - 08:25 GMT

US President Donald Trump announced on Saturday the launch of military strikes in Yemen in response to the Houthis’ threats to resume attacks on Israeli ships.

Egypt strives to mobilize global support for Arab Gaza reconstruction plan as ceasefire remains in limbo

Sat, 15 Mar 2025 - 02:12 GMT

On Friday, Hamas approved the release of American-Israeli soldier Edan Alexander and the bodies of four other dual nationals if Israel initiates the next phase of ceasefire talks, which aim for a permanent end to the war.

US, Israel consult African governments about hosting Gazans as part of mass displacement plan: AP

Fri, 14 Mar 2025 - 03:31 GMT

Officials from Sudan told the AP they have declined US overtures regarding the matter, while representatives from Somalia and Somaliland stated they are unaware of any relevant contacts.

Egypt appreciates Trump's remarks on not demanding Palestinians to leave Gaza

Thu, 13 Mar 2025 - 08:51 GMT

Trump, during a press conference with Irish Prime Minister Micheal Martin from the Oval Office on Wednesday, said “nobody is expelling any Palestinians.”

Trump: 'Nobody is expelling any Palestinians'

Thu, 13 Mar 2025 - 07:43 GMT

Trump made the remarks during a press conference with Irish Prime Minister Micheal Martin from the Oval Office when a Voice of America reporter asked about his plan to expel Palestinians from Gaza.

'Return us alive': Israeli captive soldier Angrest says they are ‘losing hope’ in new Hamas video

Fri, 07 Mar 2025 - 05:16 GMT

"We feel that the army, the state, and the government have abandoned us all this long in captivity. We, the captives, are starting to lose hope. We do not see an end," Angrest said.

Hamas says Trump’s new ultimatum encourages Israel to evade ceasefire deal

Thu, 06 Mar 2025 - 10:11 GMT

Trump warned that he is “sending Israel everything it needs to finish the job” if Hamas does not return all captives taken from Israel on 7 October 2023, including the deceased.

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