In our top story today, we ask if Trump's plan to take control of Gaza is possible. We decode the ground realities of Gaza and its neighbors.

'Gaza not for sale': Hamas

Israeli Prime Minister Netanyahu is set to meet with U.S. President Donald Trump at the White House later today. Interestingly, Netanyahu will be the first foreign leader to meet with Trump since he assumed office last month. Watch in for more details!

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Prime Minister Benjamin Netanyahu named retired Major General Eyal Zamir as Israel's new armed forces chief Saturday after his predecessor resigned last month taking responsibility for failing to stop Hamas's October 2023 attack.

Israel: PM Netanyahu appoints Eyal Zamir as new Israeli military chief

Israeli Prime Minister Benjamin Netanyahu is set to begin talks on the second phase of the Gaza ceasefire deal in Washington, D.C. This statement comes just hours after the completion of the fourth hostage-prisoner exchange under the first phase of the truce. The second phase is expected to involve the release of the remaining captives and discussions on a more permanent resolution to the ongoing conflict.

Israel-Hamas ceasefire: Key mediators Qatar & Egypt to join discussions on Gaza ceasefire

Israel-Hamas ceasefire: Israel & US plan talks on captives release, permanent truce

Hamas has released the names of three hostages to be freed today, including the father of the youngest hostage, in exchange for 183 Palestinian prisoners still held in Israeli jails.

Israel-Hamas ceasefire: Hamas releases names of three Israeli hostages to be freed today

Thursday also marked the third hostage prisoner swap between Israel and Hamas that resulted in the release of 110 Palestinians by Israel and three Israeli hostages released by Hamas as part of the exchange. Watch in for more details!

Hamas Hostage Release: Five Thai Hostage Released By Hamas

Two buses carrying Palestinian prisoners, who were released by Israel, have arrived in the West Bank. Israel's prison service confirmed the release of 110 prisoners as part of an agreement with Hamas for a truce in Gaza, which came into effect on January 19th.

Israel-Hamas Ceasefire: Israeli releases 110 Palestinian prisoners

Israel-Hamas war: Israeli PM denounces 'shocking scenes' at hostage release

Israel said on Wednesday that 11 more hostages held in Gaza, including five Thai nationals, would be freed this week as part of the Gaza ceasefire deal. This announcement came shortly after Hamas officials accused Israel of delaying aid deliveries to Gaza and jeopardizing the agreement.

Israel-Hamas ceasefire deal: Hamas to release 11 hostages this week

While the situation in Gaza remains tense, President Donald Trump has proposed a plan to "clean out" Gaza. Trump suggested that Jordan and Egypt could take in the population, either temporarily or long-term. Watch in for more details!

Gaza Crisis | Palestinians: Trump plans to forcibly displace US

While the situation in Gaza remains tense, President Donald Trump has proposed a plan to "clean out" Gaza. Trump suggested that Jordan and Egypt could take in the population, either temporarily or long-term.

Gaza Crisis: Trump urges Jordan, Egypt to take displaced Gazans

Gaza Crisis: Trump suggests moving people to Egypt, Jordan

The latest developments from West Asia: A second part of hostage exchanges under the initial phase of a ceasefire agreement with Israel. Hamas has released four Israeli women hostages, whose names were released on Friday, from Gaza. Clutching Hamas-branded gift bags and wearing military fatigues, the four Israeli hostages—Karina Ariev, Daniella Gilboa, Naama Levy and Liri Albag—were handed over by Hamas to the Red Cross. They waved and even gave thumbs up as they were paraded on stage before dozens of militants and a huge crowd. Watch in for more details!

Israel-Hamas ceasefire deal: Israel bars Palestinians from returning to North Gaza

Israel-Hamas ceasefire deal: Chorus to release all hostages

Israel-Hamas Ceasefire: Israel Begins Releasing Palestinian Prisoners

The White House is calling for Israeli troops to stay on in Lebanon past the ceasefire deadline set for Monday. The aim is to complete Israel's military objectives and support Lebanon's new government. Israeli Prime Minister Benjamin Netanyahu confirmed that the withdrawal will not be completed on time, arguing that Lebanon has failed to meet its obligations under the deal. Watch in for more details!

White House pushes to extend Israeli troop presence in Lebanon

Hamas has announced it will release four female Israeli hostages on Saturday, marking a crucial step in the ceasefire agreement with Israel. Watch in for more details!

Israel-Hamas war: Hamas to free 4 female hostages after 477 days in captivity

The Israeli military continues its ‘Iron Wall’ operation in the West Bank, targeting militant groups and aiming to counter-terrorism. Watch in for more details!

Israel-Hamas war: Hundreds of Palestinians flee homes in Jenin amid Israeli raid

The Israeli military chief Herzi Halevi after announcing his resignation over the failure to prevent the October 7th 2023 attacks has called for an external probe to look into the Army's failures. Watch in for more details!

Israel-Hamas war: IDF military chief calls for external probe into October 7 attack

The Israeli military has confirmed the killing of one terrorist in Gaza as it responded to ceasefire violations. The incident comes amid rising tensions, with Israeli forces carrying out strikes in retaliation for violations of the ceasefire agreement. The ongoing situation highlights the fragile peace in the region. 
On Wednesday, top officials from the US, Israel, and Egypt reportedly began discussions for the second stage of the Gaza hostage ceasefire deal, some two weeks ahead of the scheduled date. Watch in for more details!

Israel-Hamas ceasefire: Top officials begin discussions for second stage of deal

Fireworks and celebrations erupt as freed Palestinian prisoners arrive in occupied West Bank town. Watch in for more details!

Israel-Hamas ceasefire deal: Prisoners released as part of swap deal for Israeli hostages

Israeli Prime Minister Benjamin Netanyahu has convened a security cabinet meeting to hold a vote on the Gaza ceasefire and hostage release deal. Watch this report for more details!

Israel-Hamas ceasefire: Trump says deal must be finalised before his inauguration on Monday

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