Hamas and Israel are reportedly close to a cease-fire deal that includes the release of hostages, marking a potential end to the year-long conflict. The agreement involves a phased approach with the first phase focusing on a 42-day cease-fire and the release of hostages in exchange for Palestinian prisoners. Israeli officials credit the progress to President-elect Trump’s influence and key events that have shifted conditions for negotiations.
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Germans Are Voting. Here’s What to Watch For.
Germans vote in a snap election as Chancellor Scholz's government collapses, with Friedrich Merz's Christian Democrats leading polls. The far-right AfD is expected to place second, while small parties like Die Linke and the Free Democratic Party aim to clear the five percent threshold. The "firewall" against extremist parties will be tested, with concerns over the AfD's potential impact on German politics and the stability of future coalitions. Full Article
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