The Palestinian militant group said it needed special equipment to locate and extract the remaining remains.
Category: Peace Process
With Truce in Place, Hamas Pursues Bloody Crackdown on Rivals in Gaza
A video this week captured Hamas fighters in Gaza executing Palestinian rivals as the militant group tries to assert that it is still the dominant force in the territory after two years of war with Israel.
Trump Says He May Give Tomahawks to Ukraine. Is He Bluffing?
President Trump’s threats to provide the missiles to Ukraine, whether he follows through on them or not, are a sign of his growing frustration with Moscow.
‘A Big Day’: How the U.S. and the Arab World Teamed Up to Seal the Gaza Deal
The cease-fire talks in Egypt showed that with pressure on Hamas and Israel, seemingly huge impediments could be overcome or set aside.
How Trump’s Gaza Peace Plan Presents Hurdles for Israel and Hamas
Hamas released hostages and agreed to abide by a cease-fire, but persuading it to lay down its arms is another matter.
For Israel, Hamas and Trump’s Peace Plan, Now Comes the Hard Part
Hamas released hostages and agreed to abide by a cease-fire, but persuading it to lay down its arms is another matter.
Why Now? The Lost Chances to Reach a Hostage Deal, and a Cease-Fire, Months Ago
On Gaza, President Trump put few, if any, guardrails on Israel’s offensive, bucking international demands for a cease-fire. Then he changed course.
Why Now? The Lost Chances to Reach a Hostage Deal, and a Cease-Fire, Months Ago
On Gaza, President Trump put few, if any, guardrails on Israel’s offensive, bucking international demands for a cease-fire. Then he changed course.
Why Now? The Lost Chances to Reach a Hostage Deal, and a Cease-Fire, Months Ago
On Gaza, President Trump put few, if any, guardrails on Israel’s offensive, bucking international demands for a cease-fire. Then he changed course.
Israel and Hamas Were Not Ready for a Comprehensive Peace Deal, Mediator Says
The Qatari prime minister told The New York Times that Gaza war mediators decided to delay talks on more difficult issues so a hostage-prisoner swap could be concluded quickly.
‘Over the Clouds’: Families of Palestinian Prisoners Await Their Release
Israel agreed to free 250 Palestinians serving life sentences, many of whom will be sent into exile. For their families, it brought joy. But for those whose relatives were excluded, it was a crushing blow.
Thousands Return to Northern Gaza, Hopeful, but Faced With Devastation
With the cease-fire holding overnight, many Palestinians continued to travel toward Gaza City on Saturday to learn what remains of their lives and homes there.
Thousands Return to Northern Gaza, Hopeful, but Faced With Devastation
With the cease-fire holding overnight, many Palestinians continued to travel toward Gaza City on Saturday to learn what remains of their lives and homes there.
Democrats Praise Israel-Gaza Peace Deal, but Not Trump for Forging It
Most Democrats left President Trump conspicuously unmentioned as they cheered a potential end to the conflict, reflecting the tricky politics around the war and their party’s deep hostility to Mr. Trump.
Aid Groups Prepare to Provide Quick Relief to Gaza Under Cease-Fire
The new Israel-Hamas deal contains provisions to increase aid to Gaza, and for the reopening of a border crossing from Egypt.
Aid Groups Prepare to Provide Quick Relief to Gaza Under Cease-Fire
The new Israel-Hamas deal contains provisions to increase aid to Gaza, and for the reopening of a border crossing from Egypt.
U.S. to Send 200 Troops to Israel in Support Roles
The American force will help coordinate the many aspects of the cease-fire deal.
As Gaza Deal Nears, Palestinians and Israelis Cheer — and Worry
With the agreement still not finalized, people in Gaza and Israel celebrated a possible end to two years of war, but hoped they were not doing so prematurely.
Netanyahu’s Political Fortunes May Be Transformed by Gaza Deal
The Israeli prime minister appeared backed into a corner in Gaza diplomacy. But this deal could greatly increase his room for maneuver, analysts said.
World Leaders Express Hope and Relief After Gaza Deal
Leaders welcomed the agreement between Israel and Hamas, projecting optimism that an end to the war could be near.
Witkoff and Kushner Expected to Join Israel-Hamas Talks
Steve Witkoff and Jared Kushner, both architects of President Trump’s plan to end the war, are expected to join mediation efforts between Israel and Hamas.
Israel Marks Two-Year Anniversary of Oct. 7 in Subdued Fashion
The second anniversary of the Oct. 7 attacks comes with peace talks underway, but with hostages still in Gaza, more than 67,000 Palestinians dead and Israel more isolated than ever before.
Israel Marks Two-Year Anniversary of Oct. 7 in Subdued Fashion
The second anniversary of the Oct. 7 attacks comes with peace talks underway, but with hostages still in Gaza, more than 67,000 Palestinians dead and Israel more isolated than ever before.
Gaza Peace Talks Are Set to Take Place in Egypt
Though significant issues remain to be hashed out between Israel and Hamas, some are saying that after two years of death and destruction, a breakthrough may be near.
Gaza Peace Talks Are Set to Take Place in Egypt
Though significant issues remain to be hashed out between Israel and Hamas, some are saying that after two years of death and destruction, a breakthrough may be near.
At a Protest for a Deal, Israelis Wrestle With a Mix of Emotions
Along with optimism that President Trump can lock Israel and Hamas into a deal, many expressed anxiety about being disappointed once more.
What to Know About Hamas’s Response to Trump’s Peace Plan
Hamas’s statement inspired optimism for an end to the war, but did not address several elements of the plan that it has deemed unacceptable.
What to Know About Hamas’s Response to Trump’s Peace Plan
Hamas’s statement inspired optimism for an end to the war, but did not address several elements of the plan that it has deemed unacceptable.
Here’s the latest.
The militant group responded to a proposal by President Trump to end the war in Gaza.
Trump Sets Sunday Deadline for Hamas to Agree to Cease-fire Plan With Israel
President Trump said Hamas would be “extinguished” if it did not agree to a cease-fire proposed by the United States.
Italy Backs Trump’s Gaza Plan as Public Demands Support for Palestinians
Italian lawmakers say they will recognize a Palestinian state if Hamas releases Israeli hostages and is kept out of any eventual government.
Italy Backs Trump’s Gaza Plan as Public Demands Support for Palestinians
Italian lawmakers say they will recognize a Palestinian state if Hamas releases Israeli hostages and is kept out of any eventual government.
Tony Blair, Tapped by Trump for Gaza Plan, Brings Peace Expertise and Baggage
After helping negotiate peace in Northern Ireland, the former prime minister’s reputation was tarnished by his role in the U.S.-led invasion of Iraq. Is he stepping into another diplomatic quagmire?
U.N. Security Council Approves Larger Security Force to Fight Gangs in Haiti
The vote on Tuesday would establish a force of up to 5,500 soldiers and police officers. It was unclear what countries were willing to contribute personnel.
Trump’s Gaza Plan: What We Know
It would end the war and secure the release of all hostages. Hamas would give up its arms and its power, while a transitional government is set up. Hamas has not agreed and the terms will be hard for it to swallow.
