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Trump’s Gaza Proposal Opens Door, But Doubts Persist

Trump’s Gaza Proposal Opens Door, But Doubts Persist

September 30, 2025 4:29 am

When Donald Trump strode into the White House briefing room this week beside Israeli Prime Minister Benjamin Netanyahu, he declared his Gaza plan “one of the greatest days in the history of civilization.” Hyperbole, of course, has long been his register. Still, the proposal he laid out—20 principles aimed at ending the war—marks a notable shift in Washington’s approach, even if it is less a peace deal than a framework for further bargaining.

The plan would freeze battle lines, secure the release of hostages, and place Gaza under an interim authority supervised by a new international “Board of Peace,” with …

Trump’s Gaza Plan Draws Cautious Global Welcome

Trump’s Gaza Plan Draws Cautious Global Welcome

September 30, 2025 3:34 am

A chorus of cautious approval echoed across capitals in Europe and the Middle East on Monday, as leaders weighed a sweeping U.S. proposal to halt the war in Gaza. President Donald Trump, flanked by Israeli Prime Minister Benjamin Netanyahu, unveiled what he called “a historic day for peace.” The plan, he warned, offered Hamas a final chance: accept the terms or face the full weight of Israel’s military.

At its core, the blueprint demands an immediate cease-fire. Within 72 hours, Hamas would be required to release 20 living hostages and the remains of more than two dozen others believed dead. …

Netanyahu denies ‘incitement’ as political tensions boil

Netanyahu Denies ‘Incitement’ As Political Tensions Heat Up

June 7, 2021 7:40 am

Israeli Prime Minister Benjamin Netanyahu on Sunday rejected accusations of incitement against his political opponents after security services warned of an escalation in violent discourse.

In power for 12 consecutive years, Netanyahu faces being toppled by a motley coalition of lawmakers united only by their shared hostility towards him.

Mired in a court battle on corruption charges that could see him face prison time, the veteran political mastermind has mobilised his supporters to peel off defectors ahead of a confirmation vote.

Africa Daily News, New York on Saturday, the head of Israel’s Shin Bet internal security agency Nadav Argaman issued …

Israel Planning UAE Flights Over Saudi – Netanyahu

Israel Planning UAE Flights Over Saudi – Netanyahu

August 17, 2020 5:18 pm

Prime Minister Benjamin Netanyahu said Monday that Israel is working on opening a corridor over Saudi Arabia for flights to the UAE, following last week’s historic deal to normalise ties.

“We are working with maximum energy, and we have already begun to work on opening an air route over Saudi Arabia, which will simply shorten flights between Israel and the UAE,” he said during a visit to Ben Gurion airport near Tel Aviv.

“I estimate that we will reach an agreement that will genuinely allow direct flights between Tel Aviv and Dubai,” he said. “It is a major revolution.”

In …

Israel Planning UAE Flights Over Saudi – Netanyahu

Netanyahu Lashes Out At ‘Ludicrous’ Graft Charges As Trial Begins

May 24, 2020 4:12 pm

Israeli Prime Minister Benjamin Netanyahu arrived at a Jerusalem court Sunday for the start of his long-delayed corruption trial, rejecting the “ludicrous” charges against him and declaring he was facing the hearing “with my head held high.”

The veteran premier, who has just forged a unity government after over a year of political turmoil, now faces the next challenge — being the country’s first premier to face criminal charges while in office.

Flanked by ministers and bodyguards, Netanyahu addressed reporters before entering the Jerusalem District Court where he was to face charges of bribery, fraud and breach of trust.

He …

Passover - Israel Announces 36-Hour Curfew

Passover: Israel Announces 36-Hour Curfew

April 14, 2020 6:53 am

Caretaker Prime Minister Benjamin Netanyahu late Monday announced another 36-hour curfew, preventing Israelis from going out shopping in large numbers and celebrating festive dinners with extended family during the last two days of the one-week Jewish Passover holiday.

“During the curfew from Tuesday 5 pm (1500 GMT) until Thursday 5 am (0300 GMT), it is compulsory to stay within the limits of your cities and communities,” Netanyahu told citizens in a televised news conference.

“I warn against complacency,” Netanyahu said, asking Israelis to continue to take Health Ministry restrictions aimed at containing the coronavirus seriously.

He also asked people to …

Entebbe

Israeli PM Meets With Sudanese Officials In Entebbe

February 6, 2020 12:32 pm

Israeli Prime Minister Benjamin Netanyahu met with the leader of Sudan’s transitional government Monday as part of an effort to begin to normalize ties wth the African nation. Netanyahu and Gen. Abdel-Fattah Burhan held their talks in Entebbe, Uganda.

“We agreed to begin cooperation that will lead to normalization of relations between the two countries. History!” Netanyahu tweeted in Hebrew after his meeting, which was not previously made public.

Netanyahu’s meeting with Gen. Burhan, according to Netanyahu’s office, came at the invitation of Uganda. It said Netanyahu “believes that Sudan is moving in a new and positive direction, and the

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