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The Gaza ceasefire announced by Trump in September 2025 aimed to end both the war and Hamas's security and governance role, yet the unresolved question of its weapons remains the central dilemma for long-term stability.
The US-backed Board of Peace delivers a stark dual message: some ceasefire progress exists, yet no recovery is visible in Gaza.
The Iran-Israel standoff reveals three distinct dynamics unfolding at once.
Hezbollah is actively working to disrupt Israel's "yellow zone" operations in southern Lebanon using drones and targeted strikes.
Israel created a covert task force called NILI to identify, track, and eliminate everyone linked to the October 7 attacks, from Hamas commanders to...
US-led diplomatic efforts in Washington explore prospects for Israel-Lebanon peace, yet Israeli airstrikes and artillery strikes continue to shatter...
Donald Trump's recent remarks reveal potential cracks in his relationship with Israeli PM Netanyahu, raising questions about sustained US-Israel...
Iran's Supreme Leader has declared that enriched uranium must stay in the country, as Iranian sources claim President Trump is bleeding votes in...
Iran is turning military threats political. Its foreign minister tied any regional truce—including Lebanon—to jailing Netanyahu, while separately...
Official ceasefires mask persistent clashes on the Lebanon-Israel border.
European and global reactions reveal sharp contrasts in addressing Israeli actions during the Gaza conflict.
Europe holds untapped potential to shape a de-escalated aftermath despite current shortcomings.
The Board of Peace report labels Hamas the principal obstacle to Gaza ceasefire progress.
The article urges immediate de-escalation after $30 billion in U.S. costs and failed conventional tactics. Key proposals include:
Israeli analysts see no real ceasefire, with Hezbollah drones sustaining attrition and Iran linking fronts in Lebanon, Gaza, and beyond.
Lebanese...
