Russia and Iran move to strengthen military ties
Russia and Iran signed a 20-year strategic pact for defense, energy, and trade. Military cooperation includes joint exercises and gas pipeline plans through Azerbaijan.
Russia and Iran signed a 20-year strategic pact for defense, energy, and trade. Military cooperation includes joint exercises and gas pipeline plans through Azerbaijan.
Trump pressures Israel for Gaza ceasefire, prioritizing his interests over Netanyahu. He favors Saudi deal, sidelining Palestinians, unlike Biden.
Gaza civilians await ceasefire Sunday after 15 months of war. Airstrikes killed 113+ since agreement. Many displaced, homes destroyed. Hostage exchange planned.
Israel-Hamas ceasefire talks, mediated by Qatar, Egypt, & US, intensified in Doha. Hamas shifted after Sinwar's death, Trump's team pushed deal. Final hurdle: Gaza returnees.
Israel approved a Gaza ceasefire/hostage deal with Hamas. 33 hostages freed for prisoners in phase 1; aid, troop withdrawal. Future phases for more release/reconstruction.
Netanyahu pushes Gaza ceasefire with prisoner swap despite far-right opposition. Deal includes phased withdrawal. Trump wants war ended before his term.
