Diplomatic talks in Beirut regarding a truce between Hezbollah and Israel

U.S. envoy Amos Hochstein visits Beirut for talks on a truce between Hezbollah and Israel, progress seen in U.S.-led diplomacy to end conflict, both Lebanon and Hezbollah agree to U.S. ceasefire proposal, details still need to be ironed out before final agreement.

Yemen's Houthi Group Agrees to Temporary Truce for Oil Tanker Rescue

Yemen's Iran-aligned Houthi group has agreed to a temporary truce to allow tugboats and rescue ships to reach the damaged Greek-flagged crude oil tanker Sounion in the Red Sea.

Israel's military operations in Gaza

Israel continues military operations against Hamas in Gaza despite ICJ ruling, focusing on targeted strikes in Rafah. Efforts towards a Gaza truce and hostage release deal are ongoing. More air strikes and artillery shelling reported in northern, central, and southern areas.

Israeli-Palestinian Conflict in Gaza

Israeli tanks entered Rafah in Gaza, taking control of the border crossing with Egypt, as talks for a truce resumed in Cairo. Israel launched a ground assault despite warnings of consequences. Airstrikes have killed hundreds, including women and children, with hospitals struggling to cope. Negotiations for a cease-fire are ongoing, with both Hamas and Israel making demands.

CIA Director's Visit to Qatar for Gaza Truce Negotiations

CIA director Bill Burns is heading to Qatar for emergency discussions with the prime minister regarding mediation in the Israel-Hamas conflict.

Ceasefire negotiations between Hamas and Israel

Hamas sending delegation to Cairo to discuss truce and hostage release, amidst ongoing ceasefire talks with Israel. U.S. CIA Director in Cairo for mediation. Progress reported in negotiations.

Gaza Truce Plan

Doubts arise over Gaza truce plan as Israel waits for Hamas response. Mediators propose a 40-day ceasefire and prisoner exchange. Israel estimates 129 captives seized by militants remain in Gaza.

Israeli-Palestinian Conflict

Top US diplomat Antony Blinken urges Hamas to accept a Gaza truce plan despite Israeli warnings, highlighting the ongoing conflict between the two sides.

Israeli Prime Minister Netanyahu's Pledge to Launch Incursion into Gaza City

Israeli Prime Minister Benjamin Netanyahu pledges to launch an incursion into Gaza city of Rafah, regardless of truce negotiations with Hamas, in an effort to eliminate Hamas' presence