Gaza’s tense truce faced its toughest test Sunday when Israeli forces responded to reports of two soldiers killed by Hamas militants. The resulting deadly strikes and questions surrounding the flow of humanitarian relief have thrust the ceasefire into uncharted territory.
President Donald Trump has warned Hamas that if violence within Gaza continues, the United States “will have no choice but to go in and kill them.” The remark, issued on a Thursday after Trump initially downplayed the unrest, underscores rising concerns over the internal strife rattling the region.
Barack Obama took a strong stand against Israel’s ongoing action in Gaza, insisting that more strikes are unnecessary. He described the region as already reduced to rubble and advocated for Palestinian statehood as a path toward lasting peace.
Iraqi President Abdul Rashid used his platform at the United Nations to underscore rising tensions in the Middle East. He exchanged views with President Trump, affirmed Iraq’s stance on a Palestinian state, and addressed the lasting threat of ISIS and foreign military involvement in the region.
Arab and Muslim leaders voiced unified support for Qatar on Monday, condemning an attack reportedly carried out by Israel last week. They also urged clear deterrent steps to prevent further conflict, underscoring deep regional solidarity.
An Israeli airstrike on a Hamas office in Doha has yielded sharp worldwide criticism, as leaders across the globe express disapproval. U.S. President Donald Trump has also joined the outcry, adding significant weight to the condemnation.
After Israel attacked senior Hamas leadership in Qatar on Tuesday, oil prices edged higher—but not by as much as many observers predicted. The modest price movement highlights a market that appears cautious yet not overly rattled by the latest violence in the Middle East.
President Donald Trump has issued a “last warning” to Hamas, insisting it accept his terms to end its war with Israel. With hostilities ongoing, Trump continues to urge a swift move toward peace.
Israeli airstrikes shook Yemen’s capital, reportedly targeting Iran-backed Houthi forces. This brief report, as summarized by the Associated Press, highlights the evolving security challenges in the region.
Israeli officials report that Iran’s highly enriched uranium stockpile is secured in underground tunnels in Fordow and Isfahan, sealed off due to bombings of nuclear facilities. They believe any attempt by Iran to recover the HEU will be detected.
