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Russia, Iran deepen defense ties as Putin and Pezeshkian sign 20-year pact
While agreement doesn't specify arms transfers between the two sanctioned countries, Putin offers aid to Tehran's nuclear program as he and Pezeshkian express hope for a Gaza truce
What to know about the hostages and cease-fire deal between Israel and Hamas set to begin Sunday
Israel-Hamas ceasefire latest: Gaza truce will take effect Sunday morning as Israel to release 737 prisoners
Israel’s government voted in favour of the truce after the country’s security cabinet, chaired by Israeli prime minister Benjamin Netanyahu, agreed to the ceasefire and hostage deal earlier on Friday. The vote is believed to have been 24 in favour and eight against early on Saturday morning local time.
Israel-Hamas Ceasefire Closer: Evening Briefing Europe
Russia welcomes any settlement that leads to security in Gaza, Kremlin says
Russia welcomes any settlement that leads to security in Gaza after a ceasefire and hostage release deal between Israel and Hamas was announced, Kremlin spokesman Dmitry Peskov said.
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Ukraine launches most massive strike at Russia, Hamas accepts ceasefire agreement - Tuesday brief
The General Staff of Ukraine announced the most massive strike on military targets inside of Russia at a distance of 200 to 1,100 kilometers. Meanwhile, reports say Hamas accepted a draft agreement on a ceasefire in the Gaza Strip.
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Russia welcomes Gaza cease-fire, expects it to pave way for normalization
Russian Foreign Ministry spokeswoman Maria Zakharova hails Qatar, Egypt for mediation efforts - Anadolu Ajansı
Russia and Iran sign a partnership treaty to deepen their ties in the face of Western sanctions
Russia and Iran sign comprehensive strategic partnership treaty covering trade, military, science, education, and culture amid sanctions.
Russia hopes Gaza ceasefire can lead to 'comprehensive' settlement
Russia has endorsed the Qatar-brokered Gaza ceasefire while emphasising its potential as a steppingstone towards comprehensive peace between Israel and Palestinians. The Kremlin's measured response, delivered through multiple senior officials,
Doomsday Clock reset imminent amid Israel-Hamas war and threats from Iran, North Korea and Russia’s ‘unhinged’ Putin
Our planet is the closest it has ever been to a global nuclear holocaust, the scientific community has warned over the past two years.
Middle East Latest: Netanyahu Says Cabinet Won't Meet Over Ceasefire Until Hamas Drops New Demands
Israeli Prime Minister Benjamin Netanyahu’s office says his Cabinet won’t meet to approve the agreement for a ceasefire in the Gaza Strip and the release of dozens of hostages until Hamas backs down,
U.S. Spy Chief Took on Role of Negotiator in Gaza War
As C.I.A. director, William J. Burns was deeply focused on China and Russia when the Middle East conflict plunged him back into his old life.
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.
Israel’s cabinet approves ceasefire and hostage deal
The Israeli Prime Minister’s office confirmed that a deal has been agreed upon with Hamas to release the hostages held in Gaza. Follow for live news updates.