On paper, billions of dollars have been pledged for the reconstruction of the Gaza Strip, and a multinational force is in the process of being formed. But it remains doubtful that any of it will come to fruition, since the key to everything has always been, and remains, the disarmament of Hamas.
Sailors serving for months at sea aboard the USS Gerald R. Ford have been told their deployment is being extended and that they are heading back to the Middle East, amid tensions with the Islamic Republic of Iran. Missed funerals, long separations from their children and growing thoughts of leaving the US Navy are now part of daily life for the nearly 5,000 crew members and their families.
An Illegal attempt to replace an athlete leads to harsh sanction in Milan-Cortina: “The Olympic Committee of Israel views any deviation from the principles of fair play with utmost severity.”
The Israeli fighter showed complete dominance and subdued Ali Koyuncu, who retired after two rounds. Even before the bout, the Turkish opponent had posted numerous pro-Palestinian messages and issued severe threats.
Iran is willing to delay enrichment under IAEA oversight, but insists its nuclear facilities remain on iranian soil. US says the proposal is under consideration, yet falls short and considers limited strikes if talks do not progress.
