Israel and Lebanon’s Hezbollah agreed to a permanent ceasefire brokered by France and the U.S., announced by President Joe Biden, ending a year-long conflict between the Jewish state and Iranian-backed groups. The deal, effective at 4:00 a.m. local time, aims to cease hostilities permanently, with Lebanon deploying forces over the next 60 days and Israel gradually withdrawing. Israeli Prime Minister Benjamin Netanyahu supported the ceasefire, emphasizing the focus on the Iranian threat and the completion of eliminating Hamas and returning hostages and residents to the north.
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Mahmoud Khalil arrives in New Jersey after release from ICE custody
Mahmoud Khalil, a Columbia University graduate and Palestinian rights activist, was released from ICE detention in Louisiana following a federal judge's ruling that his detention was unjust and a violation of his First Amendment rights. Khalil, who had been held for over 100 days amid attempts by the Trump administration to deport him for his activism, plans to continue advocating for Palestinian rights. Need More Context? 🔎
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