Latest in Middle East crisis live: Israel defence minister threatens to annex parts of Gaza unless Hamas frees remaining hostages
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Pakistan rescues remaining hostages after militants kill 100 people in train hijack
Pakistani forces have freed 190 passengers from a train that was hijacked by militants, as fighting continued to free more hostages held by militants in explosives-filled vests.NBC News - Mar. 12 -
Israel strikes Gaza ahead of new talks on ceasefire with Hamas
The air strike comes just before talks on the future of the truce are set to begin again this week.CBS News - Mar. 9 -
Israeli airstrike kills 2 in southern Gaza amid push for ceasefire extension
An Israeli airstrike killed two Palestinians in Rafah in Gaza on Saturday as mediators pushed ahead with talks to extend a ceasefire between Israel and Hamas.NBC News - Mar. 8 -
Live Updates: As Cease-Fire Breaks Down With Deadly Strikes, Netanyahu Says, ‘This Is Only the Beginning’
The Israeli prime minister indicated he was open to more talks with Hamas, but said they would take place “under fire.” The assault in Gaza overnight Tuesday killed some 400 people, local officials ...The New York Times - 3d -
Gazans search for food and water after end of ceasefire
Gazans are struggling to find enough food and water to survive as conditions continue to remain dire in the Gaza strip. This comes after the ceasefire between Hamas and Israel has ended. NBC News' ...NBC News - 1d -
Israel launches 'extensive strikes' on Gaza with at least 220 reportedly killed
The Israeli military says it is targeting "terror targets" belonging to Hamas.BBC News - 4d -
Thousands displaced as Israel continues fighting in West Bank
As the ceasefire in Gaza remains shaky, Israel is still carrying out what it calls Operation Iron Wall in the West Bank. The fighting has displaced thousands and could last for a year, Israel's ...CBS News - 5d -
Netanyahu says Israel has resumed ‘fighting with force’ against Hamas
Israeli military’s renewed air strikes in Gaza kill more than 400 people, say Palestinian officialsFinancial Times - 3d -
Hamas fires first rockets at Israel as IDF strikes reignite conflict
No casualties reported after ongoing Israeli bombardment kills more than 500 people in GazaFinancial Times - 1d -
UN report accuses Israel of sexual violence against Palestinians. Netanyahu claims anti-Israel bias
United Nations-backed human rights experts have accused Israel of “the systematic use of sexual, reproductive and other gender-based violence” in its war with Hamas in the Gaza StripABC News - Mar. 13 -
Israel says it is cutting off its electricity supply to Gaza
Israel has cut off the electricity supply to GazaABC News - Mar. 10 -
Mapping Israel's wave of strikes
More than 400 people have been killed in Israeli strikes on Gaza, according to the Hamas-run health ministry. BBC Verify’s Nick Beake has been assessing footage of the strikes and building a ...BBC News - 3d -
Watch: 'Canada will never, ever be part of America', incoming PM says
Mark Carney says threats from Washington threaten Canada's way of live.BBC News - Mar. 10 -
Israel-Hamas Talks Deadlocked as Trump Envoy Turns to Ukraine
The two sides are supposed to negotiate a second phase of the cease-fire agreement that would end the war, but they remain far apart on how to move forward.The New York Times - Mar. 13 -
Trump hostage envoy says ‘deal’ in which every Hamas hostage freed ‘could come together within weeks’
Adam Boehler, the White House Special Envoy for Hostage Affairs, said Sunday that a “deal” in which every hostage taken by Palestinian militant group Hamas is freed “could come together in weeks.” ...The Hill - Mar. 9 -
South Korea’s biggest defence group plans $2.5bn share sale to expand overseas
Hanwha Aerospace to build production bases for Europe, Middle East, Australia and US as global security fears growFinancial Times - 1d -
Israel-Gaza war live: Israeli military says it is conducting ground activity in northern Gaza as dozens reported dead after Israeli strike
Israeli military says it is conducting ground activities in northern Gaza strip after 58 people killed by Israeli attacks overnight. The resumption of airstrikes has sent Palestinian residents ...The Guardian - 1d -
UN says worker killed in Gaza as Israeli air strikes resume
Israel's military denies attacking the Deir al-Balah compound, after the Hamas-run health ministry blamed an Israeli strike.BBC News - 2d -
Israeli strikes kill 14 in Gaza in one day as negotiators work to uphold fragile ceasefire
Israeli military strikes killed at least 14 people in 24 hours, the Gaza Health Ministry said, as international negotiators engage in talks to reinforce the fragile ceasefire between Hamas and Israel.NBC News - 5d -
Israeli strikes kill hundreds in Gaza and NASA astronauts return to Earth: Morning Rundown
Donald Trump, Alien Enemies Act, Israel, Gaza Strip, Hamas, ceasefire deal, NASA splash down, Suni Williams, Butch Wilmore, Sudiksha Konanki, Betsy Arakawa, Gene Hackman, TeslaNBC News - 3d -
Israel returns to deadly force in Gaza
Welcome to The Hill's Defense & NatSec newsletter {beacon} Defense &National Security Defense &National Security The Big Story Israel returns to deadly force in Gaza The Israeli military ...The Hill - 2d -
First Druze crossing in 50 years as Israel courts allies in Syria
Its overtures towards the Druze is part of strengthening its defences against Syria's new leaders.BBC News - Mar. 14 -
There can be no ‘Israel exception’ for free speech | Kenneth Roth
Trump should reverse his misguided effort to deport Mahmoud Khalil. The Trump administration’s threatened deportation of Mahmoud Khalil seems to reflect a dangerous disregard for freedom of ...The Guardian - Mar. 14 -
Israel cuts off electricity supply to Gaza
Israel says it is cutting off its electricity supply to Gaza, a week after Israel cut off all supplies of goods to the territory to over 2 million people.NBC News - Mar. 9 -
Israel to send delegation to Qatar to advance ceasefire talks
Foreign ministers from Muslim nations on Saturday also rejected calls by President Trump to empty the Gaza Strip of its Palestinian population.CBS News - Mar. 8 -
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Hamas says it will free U.S.-Israeli hostage Edan Alexander; Rescheduled SpaceX launch is tonight.CBS News - 3d -
2025 NFL free agency: Best remaining players for Texans after first wave of free agency
With the first week of free agency in the books, the Houston Texans look for these top names next week to become a part of the roster in 2025Yahoo Sports - 6d -
Israeli airstrikes ‘kill nine’ as Hamas restates Gaza ceasefire demands
Militant group hardening its negotiating position in ceasefire talks amid new violence in territory. The current fragile pause in hostilities in Gaza has come under further threat with Hamas ...The Guardian - 6d -
Israel extends ground operations in Gaza after deadly air strikes
Israel says troops have moved in up to the Netzarim Corridor, after two days of air strikes killed hundreds in Gaza.BBC News - 2d -
Trump shock pushes neutral Swiss to seek closer defence ties
New defence minister calls for closer links to Nato and EU neighboursFinancial Times - 5d -
Ex-Cyclone Alfred reaches mainland as heavy rain and damaging floods expected
Communities in northern NSW and south-east Queensland remain on alert for heavy rain and flooding . Tropical Cyclone Alfred LIVE: latest news and updates Get our breaking news email , free ...The Guardian - Mar. 8 -
‘Absolute fear’: Israeli hostage describes abuse during 505-day Hamas captivity
Omer Wenkert says he was held mostly in darkness – and his mistreatment was often sparked by events in war. An Israeli hostage freed by Hamas last month has described the distressing conditions ...The Guardian - Mar. 12 -
Israel launches Gaza airstrikes on second day of resumed offensive
Gaza health officials say five killed in two strikes as Israeli evacuation order may suggest plans for ground operations. Israel has launched a fresh wave of airstrikes in Gaza on the second day of ...The Guardian - 2d -
Oil tallies back-to-back gains as Middle East flare-ups lift risk of supply disruption
Crude futures notched back-to-back gains on Thursday, with prices finding support from growing tensions in the Middle East that raise the risk of supply disruptions in the oil-rich region.MarketWatch - 1d -
Israel hits Gaza with 'extensive strikes,' killing over 400 and ending ceasefire
Israel Defense Forces are conducting a series of "extensive strikes" throughout the Gaza Strip overnight on Tuesday local time, officials said in a statement.ABC News - 3d -
Israel orders expansion of ground operation in Gaza, seizure of more territory
The Israel Defense Forces have been instructed to seize more territory in Gaza -- while evacuating Palestinians -- as it expands its ground operation.ABC News - 12h -
Anna Foster replaces Mishal Husain on Radio 4's Today
Foster was previously a Middle East correspondent and presented on BBC Radio 1 and Radio 5 Live.BBC News - Mar. 10 -
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President Trump holds call with Russian President Vladimir Putin to discuss possible ceasefire in Ukraine; Israel resumes strikes against Hamas in Gaza.CBS News - 3d -
Refusing to fight: Israelis against the war in Gaza – video
For many Israelis, military service is a rite of passage that lasts two to three years. Being such a formative part of the social contract in Israel, it is unusual for eligible young people to ...The Guardian - Mar. 12 -
The Pakistan insurgency behind a train hijacking and hostage crisis
Surge in Balochistan separatist attacks have imperilled big investments and economic developmentFinancial Times - 6d
