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1. Israel and Hamas agree to ceasefire.
Israel and Hamas have announced a multi-stage ceasefire, set to begin on Sunday. The agreement includes Israeli military redeployment, humanitarian aid to Gaza, and prisoner exchanges. Concerns remain over the durability of the truce amid political tensions.
2. Erdogan welcomes Gaza ceasefire.
Türkiye’s President Recep Tayyip Erdoğan expressed strong support for the Gaza ceasefire, calling it a step toward regional peace. In a statement on social media, Erdoğan reiterated Türkiye's commitment to aiding the Palestinian people and pledged continued support for Gaza's recovery.
3. Former U.S. Presidents decline Trump’s inauguration dinner invitation.
Former U.S. Presidents Bill Clinton, George W. Bush, and Barack Obama will not attend the inauguration dinner for President-elect Donald Trump on January 20. Their absence underscores the significant political divisions during the transition of power.
4. TikTok faces U.S. ban deadline.
TikTok faces a potential ban as the January 19 deadline for ByteDance to divest its U.S. assets approaches. Lawmakers have called for an extension, while ByteDance warns a ban could disable the app, used by over 170 million Americans, disrupting its massive user base.
5. Peace mediation in the Caucasus.
The Wall Street Journal describes a "golden opportunity" for U.S. President-elect Donald Trump to mediate peace between Armenia and Azerbaijan. Both nations are reportedly eager to resolve their long-standing disputes, aligning with U.S. strategic interests in the region.
6. Iran accuses Israel of nuclear sabotage.
Iran has accused Israel of sabotaging its nuclear programme by supplying centrifuges rigged with explosives. The allegations follow prior claims of Israeli involvement in attacks on Iran's Natanz facility, further escalating tensions between the two nations.
7. Biden praises Gaza ceasefire, urges long-term stability.
Speaking from the White House, U.S. President Joe Biden commended the ceasefire agreement between Israel and Hamas, describing it as a crucial step in reducing violence and humanitarian distress. He stressed the importance of all parties honoring the truce to ensure lasting peace and reiterated Washington’s commitment to Israel’s security. Biden also called for sustained diplomatic efforts and the expansion of humanitarian aid to Gaza, emphasizing the need for a long-term resolution to the conflict.
8.UN Secretary-General outlines priorities for 2025
UN Secretary-General António Guterres highlighted four major global threats—runaway conflicts, inequalities, climate crisis, and uncontrolled technology—emphasizing urgent action through the Pact for the Future. He called for ceasefires in Gaza, Ukraine, and Sudan, stronger peacekeeping, nuclear disarmament efforts, and global cooperation to tackle humanitarian and security challenges.
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Tehran had made plans to strike sites in Ukraine after Kyiv attacked an Iranian cargo ship in the Caspian Sea, a senior Iranian military adviser has said. Iran refrained from taking action after Kyiv said the strike was a mistake, Mohsen Rezaei told the state IRIB TV channel.
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U.S. data analytics firm Palantir Technologies has reported a 93 per cent year-on-year jump in second-quarter revenue, even as the company faces continued criticism over its work with Israel's military and allegations linking its technology to the war in Gaza.a.
Türkiye's ruling alliance has submitted draft legislation to parliament aimed at advancing the peace process with the Kurdistan Workers' Party (PKK). The proposed law includes legal protections for many former militants and suspended prison sentences for some convicted members.
Ukrainian President Volodymyr Zelenskyy has dismissed the country's ambassadors to Tajikistan, Kyrgyzstan and several other countries. The removals came after a speech on Monday in which he said embassies would be judged on their effectiveness in securing weapons for Ukraine.
Kyrgyzstan and Uzbekistan have begun implementing a landmark 2022 border agreement, launching a land exchange to complete the demarcation of their shared frontier and pave the way for new infrastructure projects.
A new Ebola treatment centre is due to open this week in Bunia, eastern Democratic Republic of Congo, as authorities battle the country's largest and fastest-spreading Ebola outbreak on record. Officials hope the new facility will ease pressure on an overstretched healthcare system.
Israeli Prime Minister Benjamin Netanyahu has said Israeli forces will not withdraw from their current positions in Gaza until Hamas is fully disarmed, casting further doubt on a U.S.-backed proposal aimed at ending the war.
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