Israel at War

First African female ICJ judge Julia Sebutinde, who rejected South Africa's genocide claims, poised for presidency.

Details of the framework of the deal remain unclear, but It Includes the release of 33 hostages from the recognized humanitarian list. IDF withdrawal from the Gaza strip to be gradual and tied to the deal's progress.

"It means enabling the Israelis to knock out the final couple of battalions of Hamas and their leadership," Vance said, according to FOX News, adding that there were other measures on the diplomatic front to complement this step.

CBS's "60 Minutes" reveals interviews with top administration officials who quit in protest of Biden's Israel policy, claiming White House ordered automatic approval of Israeli munitions requests.

Beyond key issues, challenges in both Qatar and Jerusalem are expected to revolve around the names of the released prisoners, planned IDF withdrawal from the Netzarim Corridor throughout the ceasefire, and the relocation of high-profile prisoners to foreign countries.

After reports emerged claiming both Israel and Hamas have been presented with the deal's final draft, Israeli officials deny receiving any such proposal.

Prime Minister Benjamin Netanyahu dispatches security chiefs for first joint visit since August.

US president says deal could be reached before Jan. 20, meets with negotiators and discusses developments with Lebanon's new leader.

Elizabeth Tsurkov has been held by militias since her kidnapping in Baghdad in March 2023.