Hamas Says It’s Willing to Release U.S.-Israeli Hostage Edan Alexander

President Donald Trump signed an executive order terminating US sanctions on Syria, aiming to aid the country's post-war recovery while maintaining sanctions on Bashar al-Assad and his associates. This shift in policy follows Trump's announcement to lift sanctions and engage with Syria's new leadership, with ongoing congressional efforts to modify existing sanctions like the Caesar Act. Explain It To Me Like I'm 5: President Trump signed a new rule that helps Syria recover from war...

Israeli Prime Minister Benjamin Netanyahu faced backlash for abandoning a ceasefire deal that had facilitated hostage exchanges, opting instead to escalate military actions against Hamas in Gaza, prioritizing political survival over public safety. While he celebrates military successes against Iran, he confronts a legal battle over corruption charges, with polls showing declining public trust and calls for an end to the fighting in Gaza. Explain It To Me Like I'm 5: Israeli Prime Minister Benjamin...

UK police have launched a criminal investigation into rap groups Kneecap and Bob Vylan for anti-Israel remarks made during their Glastonbury festival performance, prompting international backlash and the revocation of Bob Vylan's US visas. The BBC faced criticism for airing the performance, with calls for accountability regarding the antisemitic chants, while Glastonbury organizers stated there is no place for hate speech at the event. Explain It To Me Like I'm 5: UK police are investigating...

Gaza's civil defence agency reported that Israeli forces killed at least 48 people on Monday, including 21 at a crowded seafront area, amid renewed calls for a ceasefire in the ongoing conflict. Despite international pressure and hopes raised by a recent truce with Iran, Israel continues its offensive against Hamas, resulting in significant civilian casualties and worsening humanitarian conditions in Gaza. Explain It To Me Like I'm 5: Israeli forces killed at least 48 people...

The Israeli military intensified strikes in southern Lebanon, including a drone attack that killed Hezbollah commander Hassan Mohammad Hamoudi, amid a fragile ceasefire following last November's war. Lebanese officials condemned the ongoing Israeli assaults as violations of the ceasefire, while Hezbollah's Naim Qassem warned against continued attacks, insisting the group would not disarm as the U.S. pressures Lebanon to disarm Hezbollah in exchange for Israeli withdrawal from occupied villages. Explain It To Me Like I'm...

Jordan's under-19 basketball team withdrew from their FIBA World Cup game against Israel amid public pressure to boycott, prompting the Jordan Basketball Federation to request the match's cancellation. Federation president Mohammad Al-Hanandeh cited player safety concerns, and despite hopes from Israeli officials for the game's continuation, the match was forfeited, resulting in a 20-0 win for Israel. Explain It To Me Like I'm 5: Jordan's under-19 basketball team decided not to play against Israel in...