A major hostage and prisoner exchange marks a significant step towards ending two years of war in Gaza.
‘Peace in the Middle East’: Trump signs ceasefire deal in Egypt
The US president and other world leaders signed the first phase of the Gaza ceasefire deal in Sharm el-Sheik.
‘Your appointment’s rescheduled’: Shutdown cancels US citizenship ceremonies
When I went this weekend to take the oath to become an American citizen, I enountered disorder, and disappointment.
Eurovision organisers postpone vote on Israel’s inclusion in contest next year
The European Broadcasting Union had previously announced it would hold a vote on Israel’s participation in November.
Soldiers threaten to seize state TV in Madagascar, presidency says, amid warnings of coup attempt
President Andry Rajoelina is said to have fled the country by French military jet on Sunday.
‘Indescribable happiness’ as detainees return to Gaza
Israel says it has released 1,968 prisoners and detainees as part of a ceasefire deal with Hamas.
‘You’re my life, my hero’: Hostages reunite with families after two years
Families say it ends “two years of hell” and a journey of “healing and rehabilitation” will now begin.
Palestinians celebrate return of prisoners freed by Israel
Thousands of people gather in Gaza and the West Bank to welcome Palestinian prisoners and detainees freed by Israel.
India and Canada reset ties after strain of Sikh leader’s murder
Canada’s foreign minister visits Delhi as the sides restore ties strained by a murder on Canadian soil.
‘Long and painful nightmare finally over,’ Trump tells Israel’s parliament
The US president was applauded by Israeli lawmakers for his role in brokering an Israel-Hamas ceasefire.
