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Kuwait Frees American Prisoners, Including Military Veterans and Contractors on Drug Charges
A group of American detainees has been freed by Kuwaiti authorities after years behind bars.
Israel Says It Will Defend Druze as New Syrian Government Seeks More Control
The announcement by the prime minister’s office came as the Syrian government dealt with the Kurds and fought with the Alawites.
US-Backed Kurdish-Dominated SDF Signs Deal to Reintegrate With Syria
The commander of the Syrian Democratic Forces, Mazloum Abid, said, ‘We consider this agreement a real opportunity to build a new Syria.’
Iran Signals Willingness to Talk With Trump About Nuclear Arms Control
Tehran said it won’t consider giving up its nuclear program entirely but could discuss ways to stay nuclear-weapon free.
Steve Witkoff Going to Qatar to Negotiate Israel–Hamas Hostage Deal
Both Israel and Hamas expressed optimism over the upcoming talks.
Syrian Leader Promises Investigation After Reports of Alawite Massacres
Interim President Ahmad al-Sharaa said a fact-finding committee will investigate last week’s events and ’reveal the facts to the Syrian people.’
Despite Cease-Fire, Experts Say Israeli Withdrawal From 5 Lebanon Posts Not Likely Soon
The IDF holds five key observation points north of the border to monitor Hezbollah—and prevent the terrorist group from looking down into Israel.
Israel Says It Is Cutting Off Its Electricity Supply to Gaza, Days After Freezing Aid
A new letter from Israel’s energy minister to the Israel Electric Corporation tells the company to cease selling energy to Gaza.
US Hostage Envoy Says Meeting With Hamas ‘Very Helpful’
The U.S. special envoy to the Middle East said recently that securing a particular American hostage was a ’top priority' in negotiations.
Iranian Supreme Leader Rebuffs Negotiations Following New Trump Outreach
This week, the governments of France, Germany, and the UK issued a statement raising concerns that Iran has not lived up to its nuclear deal commitments.
Hundreds of Civilians Reported Killed as Syria’s New Rulers Hunt for Assad Supporters
Syrian Observatory for Human Rights reported some 745 civilians killed in recent days as Syria’s new government asserts control over the northwest.
European Nations Endorse $53 Billion Arab Plan for Gaza Reconstruction
Foreign ministers from France, Germany, Italy, and the United Kingdom announced support for a plan that would transfer governance away from Hamas.
Terrorist Group’s Pledge to Disarm Met With Cautious Optimism in Turkey
The PKK appears to have signaled a readiness to lay down its arms after four decades of violent insurgency against the Turkish state.
Trump Sends Letter to Iran’s Khamenei Suggesting New Nuclear Deal
The letter suggests creating a new framework to restrain Iran’s ability to create a nuclear weapon following Trump’s 2018 decision to terminate a previous deal.
Arab States Endorse Alternative to Trump’s Postwar Gaza Plan
The Egyptian plan would shelter Gaza residents in mobile homes in safe spots in the Gaza Strip as the war-ravaged region is cleared and rebuilt.
Trump Issues ‘Final Warning’ to Hamas, Demands Release of All Hostages
The president met with eight recently released individuals before sternly threatening Hamas leaders.
US Envoy in Talks With Hamas, White House Confirms
White House press secretary Karoline Leavitt says the Trump administration consulted with Israel ahead of U.S. talks with Hamas representatives.
Kremlin Ready to Assist in Prospective Talks Between US, Iran: Spokesman
During a recent trip to Tehran, Russian Foreign Minister Sergey Lavrov said differences over Iran’s nuclear program could still be resolved diplomatically.
Second Nurse Charged Over Viral Comments About Harming Israeli Patients
Ahmed Rashid Nadir, 27, arrested on March 4, has been charged with using a carriage service to menace, harass, or offend, and possessing a prohibited drug.
Trump Admin Re-designates Yemen’s Houthis as Foreign Terrorist Organization
The Trump administration has reinstated the Houthis’ terrorist designation, citing increased attacks on U.S. and allied forces in the Red Sea.
