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Surging Drug Violence in Colombia Dooms President's 'Total Peace' Plan
The clashes between rival guerrilla groups have left 80 dead as Colombia braces for cutbacks in U.S. foreign aid under President Trump.The Wall Street Journal - 1d -
Can Trump make a deal for Middle East peace? | Jo-Ann Mort
It’s Trump’s proclivity for deal-making and no mess I’m holding on to for progress toward a Palestinian state. The only thing we know for certain regarding a Trump Middle East doctrine is that the ...The Guardian - 1d -
The Middle East Cease-Fire Is in Trump’s Hands
The fate of the Israel-Hamas agreement will require huge effort.The New York Times - 2d -
Stefanik hopes to promote Trump's 'peace through strength' approach at the U.N.
Elise Stefanik delivered her opening remarks at her Senate confirmation hearing to serve as U.N ambassador. She discussed her past work in Congress and intent to promote President Trump's "peace ...NBC News - 3d -
How the Oct. 7 Attacks Transformed the Middle East
With an Israel-Hamas cease-fire set to begin, the shock waves from their war have reshaped the region in unexpected ways.The New York Times - 4d -
EU gears up for tariffs and Ukraine peace plans on Trump’s first day
Also in this newsletter: How criminals are circumventing the crackdown on cocaine smuggling in AntwerpFinancial Times - 4d -
At least 80 killed in Colombia after failed peace talks, official says
At least 80 people were killed in northeast Colombia following failed attempts at peace talks with the National Liberation Army, a Colombian official said.CBS News - 5d -
A call that could change history: Trump and Pezeshkian’s moment to forge peace
President-elect Trump has expressed support for a negotiated solution with Iran on all outstanding issues, while Iranian President Masoud Pezeshkian has stated that Tehran is ready for constructive ...The Hill - 6d -
The Papers: Elianne's 'legacy will live on' and Middle East 'on tenterhooks'
The conviction of Elianne Andam's killer and a ceasefire in Gaza feature on Friday's front pages.BBC News - Jan. 17 -
As fire conditions slowly improve in L.A., freezing temperatures are expected to move east
Winds in the Los Angeles area ease as crews continue to battle wildfires on Thursday. Meanwhile, freezing temperatures are expected to move East this week. CBS News Philadelphia meteorologist Grant ...CBS News - Jan. 16 -
Islamist groups in Middle East will emerge from Gaza war weakened
Hamas, Hezbollah and other militia are enfeebled – but Palestine is likely to stay at forefront of global politics. Middle East crisis – live updates The ceasefire due to come into force on ...The Guardian - Jan. 16 -
Israel-Hamas truce deal brings hope, but no peace, and no reunions yet
The ceasefire deal agreed by Israel and Hamas has not ended the bloodshed in Gaza yet, nor the desperate wait for hostages' loved ones.CBS News - Jan. 16 -
This Gaza ceasefire deal is tainted by Trump, Netanyahu and their disregard for peace | Simon Tisdall
From these beginnings must come a just and lasting settlement for Palestinians and Israelis alike – and a reckoning. At last! The yearned for Israel-Hamas ceasefire-for-hostages deal is finally ...The Guardian - Jan. 16 -
A ceasefire deal is here. For Gaza, the Middle East and the world, the future remains unknown
The sacrifice has been so great, the misery so complete, that few can claim with certainty that this was all worthwhile. There may be no winners in war, but history suggests combatants are often ...The Guardian - Jan. 16 -
Putin’s Plan for Peace Is No Peace at All
Now is the time for the United States to build on its historic success supporting Ukraine, not squander it.The New York Times - Jan. 14 -
New evacuations ordered as stubborn Palisades Fire expands east in Los Angeles
Nearly 7,000 firefighters are working to contain the spreading flames in Los Angeles County on Saturday, with no end in sight. Overnight, the Palisades Fire, the largest of the brush fires, grew by ...CBS News - Jan. 11 -
Winter storm that covered South and East Coast in snow and ice to move offshore
A winter storm that covered parts of the East Coast and South in snow and ice will continue to push offshore on Saturday.NBC News - Jan. 11 -
Trump’s Middle East envoy visits Netanyahu in push for Gaza ceasefire
Steve Witkoff meets Israeli PM in renewed efforts to secure hostage release deal with Hamas. The US Middle East envoy chosen by the president-elect, Donald Trump, met the Israeli prime minister, ...The Guardian - Jan. 11 -
Kurdish general urges Trump to leave US troops in north-east Syria
Exclusive: SDF leader says removal of 2,000-strong force would leave door open for Islamic State resurgence. The leader of the Kurdish forces that control north-eastern Syria has called on Donald ...The Guardian - Jan. 9 -
Post-cold war peace ‘well and truly over’, warns David Lammy
Foreign secretary says keeping the British people safe means standing up to Russia. The post-cold war era is “well and truly over” and keeping the British people safe means standing up to Russia, ...The Guardian - Jan. 8 -
Meta is ushering in a ‘world without facts’, says Nobel peace prize winner
Maria Ressa warns of ‘dangerous times’ for journalism and democracy after move to end factchecking in US. The Nobel peace prize winner Maria Ressa has said Meta’s decision to end factchecking on ...The Guardian - Jan. 8 -
Plans in motion for Gaza's future after war in the Middle East ends
The United Arab Emirates, the U.S., Israel and other nations are in discussion for a joint, temporary administration of the Gaza Strip after the war ends, according to Reuters. CBS News foreign ...CBS News - Jan. 7 -
Congress certifies 2024 election in peaceful transfer of power
Congress quickly certified President-elect Donald Trump’s 2024 win on Jan. 6, exactly four years after rioters stormed the Capitol over his 2020 election loss. The confirmation comes as Trump ...NBC News - Jan. 7 -
War or peace? Trump inherits turbulent US-China ties
The United States and China appear destined for a military conflict, with bellicose rhetoric on both sides, an escalating arms race and Beijing widely considered the most serious threat to the U.S. ...The Hill - Jan. 7 -
Winter weather turns deadly as massive storm pushes east
Several weather related deaths have been confirmed as a massive snow storm continues to push its way toward the East Coast, while another storm system expected to bring more snow and ice takes ...NBC News - Jan. 6 -
Jeffries: Jan. 6 rioters weren’t ‘peace-loving individuals’
House Minority Leader Hakeem Jeffries (D-N.Y.), on the fourth anniversary of the Capitol riots, said the Jan. 6 protesters were not “peace-loving individuals.” “The thugs who were part of the ...The Hill - Jan. 6 -
'Peace within pain' - England's Jones on playing through grief
England centre Meg Jones says she is finding "peace in the pain" after suffering the loss of both parents in quick succession.BBC News - Jan. 6 -
Flight cancellations pile up as major winter storm hits East Coast
Flight cancellations and delays are stacking up as a major winter storm makes its way across the East Coast. As of shortly after 10 a.m. EST, there were 1,525 flight cancellations and 1,931 flight ...The Hill - Jan. 6 -
Checking the radar as major winter storm hits Midwest and East Coast
CBS News national weather correspondent Rob Marciano reports from Washington, D.C., on the blast of winter weather being felt across several states Monday.CBS News - Jan. 6 -
Massive winter storm impacts millions from the Midwest to the East Coast
More than 30 million people are under winter storm warnings and at least eight states have declared states of emergency for a massive winter storm impacting millions from the Midwest to the East ...CBS News - Jan. 6 -
Pope says bullying at school prepares students for war, not peace
"Imagining peace" lays foundation for "more just and fraternal world," he says.ABC News - Jan. 4 -
How increased Israeli military activity is changing the Middle East
The Biden administration notified Congress of a proposed $8 billion arms sale to Israel as the U.S. government maintains its strong support for its ally in the Middle East. While the Israeli ...CBS News - Jan. 4 -
Israel ramps up strikes across Middle East
The war in Gaza shows no signs of slowing down in 2025. Israel turned up the pressure in one of the deadliest weeks of fighting, with nearly 150 people killed. Holly Williams has the latest ...CBS News - Jan. 3 -
Midwest, East to be hit by major winter storm
The first major winter storm of the season is expected to bring snow and ice from the Central Plains to the East Coast, along with bone-chilling temperatures. Rob Marciano has the latest.CBS News - Jan. 3 -
Trump announces Middle East appointment: Hopefully she's learned her lesson
President-elect Trump tapped Morgan Ortagus, a former State Department spokesperson, to serve as deputy special presidential envoy for Middle East peace in his next administration. Trump noted in ...The Hill - Jan. 3 -
2025 will test the ageing warhorses of the Middle East
There are few grounds for optimism over the Palestinian question but the west can help Syria get back on its feetFinancial Times - Jan. 3 -
Carter's quest for Mideast peace didn't end with Camp David
As president, Jimmy Carter brokered the peace agreement that removed Israel’s most powerful enemy from the battlefieldABC News - Jan. 3 -
Barkley at peace with sitting out on cusp of mark
The Eagles plan to rest key players, including Saquon Barkley, against the Giants, coach Nick Sirianni said Wednesday.ESPN - Jan. 2 -
Spectacular aurora australis thrills sky gazers across south-east Australia
The green and purple southern lights show was so strong it appeared over Tasmania, Victoria, South Australia, Western Australia and NSW. Sign up for Guardian Australia’s breaking news email ...The Guardian - Jan. 2