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Israel and Hamas agree to pause fighting in Gaza

Israel and Hamas agree to cease-fire deal, aiming to end 15-month war amid regional tensions and hostages’ release.

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1 year ago

January 16, 2025

Israel and Hamas agree to cease-fire deal, aiming to end 15-month war amid regional tensions and hostages’ release.

Israel and Hamas have reached an agreement to pause fighting in the Gaza Strip, as confirmed by Arab mediators and an Israeli official. This agreement presents a potential end to a 15-month conflict that has devastated the region and raised fears of wider unrest.

Despite ongoing disputes regarding a permanent ceasefire, both sides agreed to move forward with the current deal. The terms resemble those previously proposed, however, significant shifts in circumstances have encouraged this recent negotiation.

Hamas has faced substantial losses due to Israeli military actions that have decimated its leadership and weakened its allies, such as Hezbollah and Iran. Concurrently, Israeli Prime Minister Benjamin Netanyahu has strengthened his coalition, diminishing the influence of right-wing factions opposed to a ceasefire whilst benefiting from military successes.

Recent comments from President-elect Donald Trump about potential escalations in the Middle East if hostages are not released have added urgency to the situation. His remarks suggest dire consequences for Hamas and others.

Onlookers in Tel Aviv celebrated news of the ceasefire while Palestinians in Khan Younis sought updates. Negotiations, involving Trump’s Middle East envoy and officials from multiple nations, occurred in Doha, Qatar.

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Trump weighs U.S. role in Iran as Middle East conflict escalates

Trump consults advisers on U.S. strategy post-Iran conflict as regional tensions escalate amid military actions.

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15 hours ago

March 5, 2026

Harvey Vargas

Trump consults advisers on U.S. strategy post-Iran conflict as regional tensions escalate amid military actions.

President Trump is consulting with top advisers on how the U.S. should respond once the conflict in Iran subsides. Decisions on military, diplomatic, and regional strategies are reportedly being finalised amid the ongoing conflict.

Meanwhile, Iran has targeted multiple regional sites while Israel intercepted a jet fighter over Tehran, signalling a dangerously volatile situation. International concern grows as conflicts risk wider escalation.

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U.S. submarine sinks Iranian warship near Sri Lanka

U.S. video of Iranian warship sinking escalates tensions, confirms submarine responsible near Sri Lanka, sparks geopolitical concerns.

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15 hours ago

March 5, 2026

Harvey Vargas

U.S. video of Iranian warship sinking escalates tensions, confirms submarine responsible near Sri Lanka, sparks geopolitical concerns.

A dramatic video showing the sinking of an Iranian warship has been released by the United States, escalating tensions in an already volatile region. While the exact date and full details of the footage remain unverified, the images have quickly gone viral across global platforms.

U.S. Department of War Secretary Pete Hegseth confirmed that a U.S. submarine was responsible for sinking the Iranian vessel off the southern coast of Sri Lanka. The development marks a significant flashpoint in maritime security across the Indo-Pacific.

Sri Lanka’s Foreign Minister identified the ship as the IRIS Dena, raising fresh geopolitical questions about Tehran’s naval movements and Washington’s strategic response.

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Trump claims Iran military neutralised as Strait Of Hormuz tensions surge

Trump claims Iran’s military largely neutralized; tensions rise with attacks threatening air travel and oil shipping.

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2 days ago

March 4, 2026

Harvey Vargas

Trump claims Iran’s military largely neutralized; tensions rise with attacks threatening air travel and oil shipping.

President Trump says Iran’s military capability has been largely neutralised, including its navy and air force, as the conflict in the Middle East intensifies. Iranian attacks have threatened commercial air travel and oil shipping through the Strait of Hormuz, raising fears of wider economic fallout.

The U.S. Embassy in Riyadh has faced two attacks, while Gulf states worked to intercept further Iranian strikes. Officials report six U.S. troops killed and more than 700 deaths inside Iran as the exchange of fire escalates.

With global markets watching closely, the region remains on edge as military and diplomatic tensions show no signs of easing.

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