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President Donald Trump has proposed a 60-day ceasefire in Gaza, with Israel’s agreement. The proposal will be delivered to Hamas by mediators from Qatar and Egypt. What Happened: Trump, in a social media post on Tuesday, urged Hamas, an Iran-backed militant group, to accept the “final...

In his soon-to-be-released book “War”, renowned journalist Bob Woodward uncovers a strained relationship between U.S. President Joe Biden and Israeli Prime Minister Benjamin Netanyahu. What Happened: The book, scheduled for release on October 15, includes excerpts published by CNN on...

U.S. Secretary of State Antony Blinken has landed in Saudi Arabia to initiate discussions on the governance of Gaza post the Israel-Hamas conflict. Why It Matters: Blinken’s visit to Saudi Arabia is part of a broader Middle East tour to address the Gaza governance, Reuters reported. He is...

President Joe Biden has reiterated his unwavering support for Israel amid the ongoing Israel-Hamas conflict, linking the affirmation to the Jewish holiday of Passover. What Happened: Biden expressed his steadfast support for Israel in a message released on Sunday, connecting the Jewish holiday of...

The former U.S. Ambassador to Israel, David M Friedman, has noted a significant shift in President Joe Biden‘s position on the Israel-Hamas conflict. What Happened: Friedman pointed out that President Biden’s stance on the conflict has changed dramatically in a post on X, formerly known...

In a recent press conference, China’s top diplomat, Wang Yi, accused the U.S. of exacerbating bilateral tensions and reiterated China’s support for peaceful resolutions to the Middle East and Russia-Ukraine conflicts. What Happened: Wang, who is also the director of the office for...

United Airlines Holdings Inc (NASDAQ:UAL) has announced plans to restart direct flights to Israel, becoming the first U.S. carrier to do so since the Gaza war in October. What Happened: United Airlines intends to resume direct flights to Israel in early March, making it the first U.S. airline to do...

The U.S. has declared its intention to conduct additional strikes on Iran-aligned groups in the Middle East, following the recent attacks on these factions in Iraq, Syria, and Yemen. What Happened: White House National Security Adviser, Jake Sullivan, confirmed on Sunday that...

Editor’s note: This story has been updated to reflect that Ackman and Oxman’s stake in the Tel Aviv Stock Exchange is worth $25 million. Bill Ackman, a prominent hedge fund manager, and his wife Neri Oxman have made a significant investment in the Israeli stock market despite the...

UBS, a global financial services firm, has identified three significant risks that could potentially trigger a 23% plunge in the stock market this year. What Happened: UBS’ chief investment officer for U.S. equities, David Lefkowitz, has outlined three potential risks that could lead to a...

Paramount Global (NASDAQ: PARAA)(NASDAQ: PARA) canceled the 2023 MTV Europe Music Awards (EMAs) scheduled for Nov. 5 in Paris, attributing the decision to the "volatility of world events." The cancellation came as the conflict in the Middle East, particularly the Israel-Gaza war...

After expressing his outrage over a deadly explosion at a Gaza hospital, President Joe Biden has confirmed a change in his travel plans to the Middle East. What Happened: According to The Hill, President Biden was in touch with Jordanian and Israeli leaders following the devastating explosion at...

In a climate of escalating tensions surrounding the Israel-Hamas conflict, U.S. Treasury Secretary Janet Yellen issued a warning, underscoring the need to avert the expansion into a broader conflict. In an exclusive interview with Bloomberg News, conducted on the sidelines of the annual meetings of...