Two French nationals have been handed lengthy prison sentences by a court in Iran after being convicted of espionage, Iranian state media reports.
The reports do not name the defendants but they are believed to be Cecile Kohler, 40, and her…
Category: 3. Middle East
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Trump’s role in Gaza ceasefire was decisive, but not a roadmap to peace
Jeremy BowenInternational editor
EPA/ShutterstockSpeaking to the Israeli parliament, Trump declared “the historic dawn of a new Middle East” Donald Trump’s quick trip to Israel and Egypt was the victory lap he wanted.
Anyone watching the speeches he…
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Donald Trump threatens ‘phase two’ of Gaza plan
Donald Trump threatens ‘phase two’ of Gaza plan | The Jerusalem PostJerusalem Post/Middle EastThe US President announced that a ‘big burden has been lifted’ after Monday’s hostage release, but indicated that there is more work to be done.US…
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IDF: Troops fired at Gazan suspects who approached them after crossing ceasefire line
The Israel Defense Forces said Tuesday that it opened fire on Gazans who approached troops in Gaza City and near Khan Younis after crossing the so-called Yellow Line, to which the military withdrew as part of the Gaza ceasefire-hostage…
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Yasser Arafat’s nephew returns to Palestinian Authority, Gaza
Yasser Arafat’s nephew returns to Palestinian Authority, Gaza | The Jerusalem PostJerusalem Post/Middle EastNasser al-Qudwa’s plan hinges on Palestinian Authority reforms and Hamas peacefully transforming into a non-violent political…
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Son of hostage Amiram Cooper, whose body remains in Gaza, says ‘it’s not over’
Alice CuddySenior international reporter, in Tel Aviv
BBCRotem Cooper says his father’s body not being returned was a “disappointment” The son of an Israeli hostage whose body remains in Gaza has told the BBC he is dealing with the realisation that…
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Life in Gaza after ceasefire deal
Trucks carrying aid were seen driving through a market in Khan Younis after Palestinian detainees and prisoners were reunited with their families as part of a ceasefire deal that started on Monday.
“We are tired and we want to raise our…
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Hamas attempts to reassert power in Gaza post ceasefire
Hamas attempts to reassert power in Gaza post ceasefire | The Jerusalem PostJerusalem Post/Middle EastHamas has launched several attacks on rival clans, killing “collaborators” attempting to challenge Hamas’s superiority in post-ceasefire Gaza.A…
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‘I’m talking about rebuilding Gaza’
Onboard Air Force One, the BBC’s Tom Bateman pressed President Donald Trump on whether his negotiated ceasefire would stay intact. The president was confident it would, but glossed over questions about what comes next, particularly how to secure…
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‘Joy and happiness’ in Israel after hostages release
Israelis shared their relief and joy after 20 living hostages were reunited with their families as part of a ceasefire deal that started on Monday.
Hostages Square in Tel Aviv is still decorated with flags and yellow ribbons hanging alongside…
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