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Syrian leader signs constitution that puts the country under an Islamist group’s rule for 5 years

Syrian leader signs constitution that puts the country under an Islamist group’s rule for 5 years

Syria’s interim president on Thursday signed a temporary constitution that leaves the country under Islamist rule for five years during…
In Netanyahu’s new Middle East, Syria could become Israel’s biggest strategic gain

In Netanyahu’s new Middle East, Syria could become Israel’s biggest strategic gain

Editor’s Note: A version of this story appears in CNN’s Meanwhile in the Middle East newsletter, a weekly look inside…
‘Bridging the gap’ – US issues new proposal for Gaza ceasefire

‘Bridging the gap’ – US issues new proposal for Gaza ceasefire

The US has proposed a “bridge the gaps” plan aimed at extending the ceasefire in the Gaza Strip through April…
Hamas says it is prepared to release American-Israeli hostage and bodies of four dual nationals

Hamas says it is prepared to release American-Israeli hostage and bodies of four dual nationals

CNN  —  Hamas said it is prepared to release American-Israeli soldier Edan Alexander and the bodies of four dual nationals…
US and Iraqi forces kill ISIS chief of global operations, officials say

US and Iraqi forces kill ISIS chief of global operations, officials say

CNN  —  US forces working with Iraqi intelligence and security services killed a high-profile leader of the Islamic State in…
Hamas agrees to US-backed proposal, Israel remains unmoved

Hamas agrees to US-backed proposal, Israel remains unmoved

In his first comment after Hamas agreed to release Israeli dual-nationality prisoners, the Prime Minister of the occupation government, Benjamin…
Trump says ‘nobody is expelling Palestinians,’ weeks after saying they should be moved to Arab states

Trump says ‘nobody is expelling Palestinians,’ weeks after saying they should be moved to Arab states

CNN  —  US President Donald Trump’s plans for the future of Gaza were further shrouded in confusion on Wednesday when…
Israel acknowledges possible forced use of civilians in Gaza military operations, launches investigation

Israel acknowledges possible forced use of civilians in Gaza military operations, launches investigation

CNN  —  The Israeli military is investigating soldiers’ use of Palestinian civilians as human shields during operations in Gaza, the…
No medical equipment allowed into Gaza since start of war

No medical equipment allowed into Gaza since start of war

The Director-General of Hospitals in the Palestinian Ministry of Health, Mohammed Zaqout, confirmed that Israel has not allowed the entry…
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