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A ceasefire in Gaza is set to begin as the Israeli cabinet in the early hours of Friday voted to accept the framework of the plan for the release of all hostages.With the agreement coming into effect, Israel’s military has 24 hours to move to a pre-determined line within Gaza, after which a 72-hour period begins in which Hamas must surrender living and dead hostages.Foreign leaders convened in...

Israeli opposition pledges to take down government.There is mounting optimism for a ceasefire deal in Gaza.Nearly 55,000 children under five in Gaza are estimated to be malnourished.On today's episode of Trending Middle East:Israeli opposition makes plans to bring down Netanyahu within monthsTop US envoys join Gaza talks in Egypt as optimism grows over dealThis episode features Thomas Helm,...

A new obstacle to peace is taking root in Gaza. Tension rises in Aleppo. French companies spot an opportunity in Syria.On this episode of Trending Middle East:New generation of militias steps out of Hamas's shadow to fill Gaza power vacuumFrenchman who would build 37 bridges across Syria seeks Gulf financingSyrian defence minister says 'comprehensive' truce agreed with SDF after Aleppo...

Today marks two years since the Hamas attack on Israel that started the devastating war on Gaza. Syrian authorities announced the winners of a parliamentary election. Iran said it has no immediate plans to resume nuclear talks with European nations.On today's episode of Trending Middle East:Netanyahu insists Israel is winning the war but reality tells a different storySyrian election results...

The search for missing hostages is one of the sticking points in the Israel-Hamas talks. Syria held its first parliamentary elections since the fall of the Assad regime. Fadel Chaker surrenders to Lebanese authorities.On today's episode of Trending Middle East:Search for missing hostages among sticking points in Israel-Hamas talks, sources sayApathy and doubts cloud Syria’s parliamentary...

There’s been global outrage after Israel intercepted boats of an aid flotilla bound for Gaza. At least three people have died after a ramming and stabbing attack at a synagogue in the UK. Dozens of countries are working together to ensure a peaceful race to the Moon.On today's episode of Trending Middle East:Nations condemn Israel's interception of Gaza aid flotillaTwo dead and suspect shot in...

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US President Donald Trump has issued an executive order to guarantee Qatar’s security. Lebanon and Syria are preparing the ground for rebuilding relations. Iraq's Prime Minister expects to win parliamentary elections in November.On today's episode of Trending Middle East:Any attack on Qatar is security threat to US, says Trump'No drama': Lebanese Deputy PM says resetting ties with Syria on...

Hamas is not expected to reject the US plan to end the war in Gaza. British ministers have voiced support for the proposal. Afghanistan faces a communications blackout.On today's episode of Trending Middle East:Hamas cornered but may drag heels on Trump ceasefire planUK ministers back Trump plan as Blair is handed role'We are blind without phones and internet': Taliban cut Afghanistan's telecoms...

Donald Trump has unveiled a detailed plan to end the war in Gaza. Gunmen have killed four Alawite workers in central Syria. The UAE has unveiled a series of changes to visas.On today's episode of Trending Middle East:White House releases plan for immediate end to Gaza warFour Alawite villagers killed as Syria seeks greater overseas support for stabilityUAE launches new AI specialists visa and...