Gaza

Israeli hostages released in exchange for Palestinian prisoners as ceasefire deal holds

Water crisis in Beit Lahiya: struggling to access clean water after conflict

Beit Lahiya is facing water crisis following the collapse of its water system due.

Jordan’s King Abdullah, Macron Talk ‘Dangerous Developments’ in Gaza

Jordan’s King Abdullah spoke with French President Emmanuel Macron on Wednesday about escalating tensions in Gaza and the West Bank, the Jordanian royal court said. The call followed the king’s meeting with U.S. President Donald Trump in Washington.

Aid trucks stuck at Rafah border

Dozens of aid trucks are waiting to enter Gaza but drivers say they've been stranded in Egypt’s city of Arish, just outside the Rafah border. It follows the latest Hamas and Israel standoff during the agreed ceasefire.

Erdogan calls for end to Israeli occupation, compensation for damages

Turkish President Recep Tayyip Erdogan has called for Israel to end its occupation of Palestinian territories and compensate for the damage caused.

Turkish President: The financial cost of destruction by Israel in Gaza is estimated at $100B

'From economy to diplomacy, from trade to security, we need a new approach and a new global order to solve problems,' says Recep Tayyip Erdogan

Turkish intelligence chief and Iranian officials discuss Gaza, Syria and counterterrorism

Ibrahim Kalin meets with Iranian officials in Tehran to discuss security issues, including counterterrorism efforts and developments in Gaza and Syria

Israel releases new group of Palestinian prisoners under Gaza ceasefire deal

At least 7 freed Palestinians admitted to hospitals immediately after their release due to their bad health situation

Hamas to release three Israeli men Saturday

Ohad Ben Ami, Or Levy, Eli Sharabi are the three male Israeli hostages to be released in latest round of exchanges under ceasefire deal.

Scholz rejects Gaza resettlement proposal, criticizes U.S. sanctions on ICC

German Chancellor rejects the idea of relocating Palestinians from Gaza.

Israeli Defence Minister Orders Military to Prepare Gaza Evacuation, Following Trump’s Controversial Remarks

Donald Trump’s Gaza statements have prompted Israel to prepare a military plan for the forced displacement of Palestinians. Defense Minister Yisrael Katz outlined evacuations by land, sea, and air, raising concerns over the potential regional impact of the controversial move.

Guterres Urges Trump to Avoid Ethnic Cleansing in Gaza

United Nations Secretary-General Antonio Guterres has warned U.S. President Donald Trump against any forced displacement of Palestinians in Gaza, following Trump’s proposal for the U.S. to take over the enclave and relocate its residents elsewhere.

Steinmeier: Trump’s Gaza Plan ‘Unacceptable Under International Law’

German President Frank-Walter Steinmeier has condemned former U.S. President Donald Trump’s proposal to relocate Palestinians and turn Gaza into a “Riviera of the Middle East.” Speaking in Ankara, Steinmeier said the idea was “unacceptable under international law” and generated “deep concern” in the

Wounded children prepare to leave Gaza for treatment

In Gaza, another group of patients is preparing to leave the enclave to receive medical attention abroad. According to the World Health Organization, thousands in Gaza need medical evacuation.

Trump: "We will take over Gaza Strip, we will own it"

U.S. President Donald Trump declared that the United States will take over the Gaza Strip, dismantle unexploded ordnance, and lead economic redevelopment in the area.

Hamas to release three Israeli hostages under truce deal

Hamas is set to release three Israeli hostages on Saturday as part of a phased exchange agreement aimed at easing the conflict in Gaza.

Palestinians return to devastated homes in Gaza

As Palestinians make their way back to their homes, many step into the unknown—walking towards ruins, uncertain of what awaits them.

Palestinians welcome freed prisoners in Ramallah amid tensions with Israeli forces

Red Cross buses carrying 110 Palestinian prisoners arrived in the West Bank city of Ramallah on Thursday (January 30) as part of a phased agreement that ended over 15 months of conflict.

AnewZ Morning Brief - January 28th, 2025

Start your day informed with AnewZ Morning Brief: here are the top news stories for January 28th, covering the latest developments you need to know.

Hamas set to release four Israeli soldier hostages in second swap

Hamas plans to release four Israeli soldiers in exchange for 200 Palestinian detainees on Saturday under a ceasefire agreement to pause the Gaza conflict.

UN official: more Gaza funding needed

An official at the United Nations warned that insufficient funds threaten the ability to continue aid flows to Gaza.

Ceasefire brings calm to northern Gaza

Northern Gaza has remained calm since the ceasefire took effect, with no signs of conflict reported.

Aid trucks move into Gaza as ceasefire takes effect

Aid trucks entered Gaza through Egypt's Rafah crossing on Sunday, following a ceasefire between Hamas and Israel. The World Food Programme began deliveries, marking a crucial step in alleviating the humanitarian crisis.