US Commerce Secretary Howard Lutnick said an announcement on Canada and Mexico tariffs was expected later Wednesday, signaling potential relief for specific sectors such as automobiles, a day after the steep levies took effect.
President Donald Trump's sharp 25 percent tariffs on US imports from Canada and Mexico -- with a lower rate for Canadian energy -- kicked in Tuesday, sending global markets tumbling.
Ottawa swiftly announced retaliatory tariffs, while Mexico City promised countermeasures were to come.
The US president has nominally cited illegal immigration and fentanyl trafficking in imposing the measures, though he frequently mentions trade imbalances when discussing the issue.
Trump is listening to "offers" from the North American neighbors, Lutnick told Bloomberg Television on Wednesday.
He said he expects an announcement to be made Wednesday afternoon.
Lutnick dismissed the possibility of lifting the levies completely, but said Trump is mulling market segments where he could provide temporary relief.
"The president gets to make the decision," Lutnick said. "But our expectation is that it'll be categories."
"It will be 25 percent but it'll be, there will be some categories left out. It could well be autos, could be others as well," he said.
Lutnick maintained, however, that reciprocal tariffs tailored to each US trading partner are still coming on April 2, as promised by Trump.
The levies could affect Mexico and Canada further, addressing their broader trade with the United States, he said.
Trump has vowed "reciprocal tariffs" targeting friend and foe to remedy potential practices deemed as unfair.
While some of these tariffs could come immediately, Lutnick told Bloomberg that others could take "over a month or two to come online."
This week, Trump also inked an order doubling an additional tariff rate on Chinese imports from 10 percent to 20 percent, also over the country's alleged role in illicit fentanyl entering the United States.
The latest US duties pile atop existing ones on various Chinese products.
Beijing hit back swiftly, condemning Washington's "unilateral imposition" of levies and promising 10 percent and 15 percent tariffs on a range of US agricultural imports.
Economists warn that tariff hikes stand to bog down economic growth and add to inflation in the world's biggest economy.
The mounting trade war could complicate Trump's stated aims of bringing cost of living relief to households.
Disclaimer: This story has been published from a news agency feed with minimal edits to adhere to WION's style guide. The headline may have been changed to better reflect the content of the story or to make it more suitable for WION audience.

World: Trump's sharp 25 percent tariffs on US imports from Canada and Mexico -- with a lower rate for Canadian energy -- kicked in Tuesday, sending global markets tumbling.

US Commerce Secretary Howard Lutnick said an announcement on Canada and Mexico tariffs was expected later Wednesday, signaling potential relief for specific sectors such as automobiles, a day after the steep levies took effect. President Donald Trump's sharp 25 percent tariffs on US imports from Canada and Mexico -- with a lower rate for Canadian energy -- kicked in Tuesday, sending global markets tumbling. Ottawa swiftly announced retaliatory tariffs, while Mexico City promised countermeasures were to come. The US president has nominally cited illegal immigration and fentanyl trafficking in imposing the measures, though he frequently mentions trade imbalances when discussing the issue. Trump is listening to "offers" from the North American neighbors, Lutnick told Bloomberg Television on Wednesday. He said he expects an announcement to be made Wednesday afternoon. Lutnick dismissed the possibility of lifting the levies completely, but said Trump is mulling market segments where he could provide temporary relief. "The president gets to make the decision," Lutnick said. "But our expectation is that it'll be categories." "It will be 25 percent but it'll be, there will be some categories left out. It could well be autos, could be others as well," he said. Lutnick maintained, however, that reciprocal tariffs tailored to each US trading partner are still coming on April 2, as promised by Trump. The levies could affect Mexico and Canada further, addressing their broader trade with the United States, he said. Trump has vowed "reciprocal tariffs" targeting friend and foe to remedy potential practices deemed as unfair. While some of these tariffs could come immediately, Lutnick told Bloomberg that others could take "over a month or two to come online." This week, Trump also inked an order doubling an additional tariff rate on Chinese imports from 10 percent to 20 percent, also over the country's alleged role in illicit fentanyl entering the United States. The latest US duties pile atop existing ones on various Chinese products. Beijing hit back swiftly, condemning Washington's "unilateral imposition" of levies and promising 10 percent and 15 percent tariffs on a range of US agricultural imports. Economists warn that tariff hikes stand to bog down economic growth and add to inflation in the world's biggest economy. The mounting trade war could complicate Trump's stated aims of bringing cost of living relief to households. Disclaimer: This story has been published from a news agency feed with minimal edits to adhere to WION's style guide. The headline may have been changed to better reflect the content of the story or to make it more suitable for WION audience.

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Ukrainian President Volodymyr Zelensky has written to Donald Trump as the US president urges Congress to push for an end to the war. While Zelensky expresses gratitude for US military aid, he also lays down conditions for peace efforts

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As Egypt unveiled the Gaza reconstruction plan on Tuesday while hosting an Arab League Summit in Cairo, Israel and the US rejected the proposal, while, the Palestinian militant group Hamas welcomed it.&nbsp;
<h2>Hamas welcomes the plan</h2>
Hamas in a statement welcomed the Arab proposal to rebuild the Gaza Strip under a future PA administration.&nbsp;
"We welcome the plan to rebuild Gaza, and we call for the provision of all the elements needed for its success. We also appreciate Egypt's efforts in preparing to hold an international conference to rebuild Gaza," the Palestinian militant group said in a statement.
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<h2>US, Israel reject the plan&nbsp;</h2>
The Trump administration rejected the plan, claiming that it does not address the reality that Gaza is currently unhabitable.&nbsp;
"Residents cannot humanely live in a territory covered in debris and unexploded ordnances," it added.&nbsp;
The National Security Council spokesperson said President Donald Trump "stands by" his plan to "rebuild Gaza".&nbsp;
Moreover, Israel also rejected Egypt's plan, saying that it "failed to address realities" and accused the PA and the UN Agency for Palestinian refugees UNRWA of "corruption" and "support for terrorism".
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<h2>What is the Gaza reconstruction plan?</h2>
The plan consists of three major stages, including interim measures, reconstruction and governance. The first stage would last about six months, however, the other two phases would take place over a combined four to five years.&nbsp;
The Egypt plan aims to reconstruct Gaza, which has been destroyed in the Israel-Hamas war. They further aim to maintain peace and security and reassert the governance of the Palestinian Authority (PA) in the region.&nbsp;
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It would take a six-month interim period for the committee of Palestinian technocrats to clear the rubble from Salah al-Din Street, which is the main north-south highway in the Gaza Strip.
Once the roads in the territory get clear, 200,000 temporary housing units would be built to accommodate 1.2 million people and about 60,000 damaged buildings restored.
After the interim measures are completed, it would take another four to five years to build at least 400,000 permanent homes, building Gaza's seaport and international airport.&nbsp;
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Moreover, water, a waste system, telecommunication services and electricity would also be restored.
It further calls for the establishment of a Steering and Management Council, which would be a financial fund supporting the interim governing body in Gaza.
Further, Egypt called for a USD 53 billion fund for the reconstruction of Gaza, with the money distributed over three phases. As per the plan, the fund will be sourced from several international sources including the UN and international financial organisation and foreign and private sector investments.&nbsp;
(With inputs from agencies)
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World: Plan would allow its roughly two million Palestinians to remain as opposed to the proposal made by Trump to depopulate the region and redevelop it as a beach destination.

As Egypt unveiled the Gaza reconstruction plan on Tuesday while hosting an Arab League Summit in Cairo, Israel and the US rejected the proposal, while, the Palestinian militant group Hamas welcomed it. Hamas welcomes the plan Hamas in a statement welcomed the Arab proposal to rebuild the Gaza Strip under a future PA administration. "We welcome the plan to rebuild Gaza, and we call for the provision of all the elements needed for its success. We also appreciate Egypt's efforts in preparing to hold an international conference to rebuild Gaza," the Palestinian militant group said in a statement. Also read: Egypt to present Gaza reconstruction plan at Arab summit, intensify efforts for ceasefire phase two US, Israel reject the plan The Trump administration rejected the plan, claiming that it does not address the reality that Gaza is currently unhabitable. "Residents cannot humanely live in a territory covered in debris and unexploded ordnances," it added. The National Security Council spokesperson said President Donald Trump "stands by" his plan to "rebuild Gaza". Moreover, Israel also rejected Egypt's plan, saying that it "failed to address realities" and accused the PA and the UN Agency for Palestinian refugees UNRWA of "corruption" and "support for terrorism". Also read: ‘Might return to war’: Netanyahu warns Hamas of ‘unimaginable consequences’ if they don't return hostages What is the Gaza reconstruction plan? The plan consists of three major stages, including interim measures, reconstruction and governance. The first stage would last about six months, however, the other two phases would take place over a combined four to five years. The Egypt plan aims to reconstruct Gaza, which has been destroyed in the Israel-Hamas war. They further aim to maintain peace and security and reassert the governance of the Palestinian Authority (PA) in the region. Also read: Arab Summit: Egypt’s Sisi says ‘Trump can bring peace’ as leaders meet to oppose his Gaza plan It would take a six-month interim period for the committee of Palestinian technocrats to clear the rubble from Salah al-Din Street, which is the main north-south highway in the Gaza Strip. Once the roads in the territory get clear, 200,000 temporary housing units would be built to accommodate 1.2 million people and about 60,000 damaged buildings restored. After the interim measures are completed, it would take another four to five years to build at least 400,000 permanent homes, building Gaza's seaport and international airport. Also read: WATCH | Violence in Israeli parliament, hostage families barred from attending debate on Oct 7 probe Moreover, water, a waste system, telecommunication services and electricity would also be restored. It further calls for the establishment of a Steering and Management Council, which would be a financial fund supporting the interim governing body in Gaza. Further, Egypt called for a USD 53 billion fund for the reconstruction of Gaza, with the money distributed over three phases. As per the plan, the fund will be sourced from several international sources including the UN and international financial organisation and foreign and private sector investments. (With inputs from agencies)

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Russia has offered to mediate between the US and Iran as tensions rise over nuclear talks. President Vladimir Putin has reportedly agreed to help US President Donald Trump broker discussions. Meanwhile, the UN warns that Iran has accelerated uranium enrichment.

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US President Donald Trump praises his top adviser, billionaire Elon Musk, for his work leading the so-called Department for Government Efficiency (DOGE), which is tasked with streamlining the federal government.
"Many [scams] have been found out and exposed and swiftly terminated by a group ... headed up by Elon", he says. "We found hundreds of billions of dollars of fraud," Trump adds, before Elon Musk stands to greet Congress to a wave of applause from Republican Party members. Watch to know more!

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With Gaza negotiation talks at a standstill, questions loom over the fate of Palestinians. The Arab world is grappling with a future Gaza plan that could serve as an alternative to US President Donald Trump's vision for West Asia. Watch in for more details!

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Volodymyr Zelensky said he was ready to work under Donald Trump's "strong leadership" to achieve a lasting peace days after their explosive Oval Office meeting. The Ukrainian president described the White House showdown as "regrettable" in a lengthy social media post in the wake of the US announcing a pause in military aid to Kyiv. Watch to know more!

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US President Donald Trump will be addressing a joint session of Congress on Tuesday night (Wednesday, 7.30 am IST) for the first time after assuming office.&nbsp;
However, it will not be a State of the Union speech but will be a joint address to Congress.&nbsp;
As per tradition, the US president's annual televised address is known as the "State of the Union" speech, in which the government's accomplishments in the previous year and its agenda for the upcoming year are announced.
But Trump, on the contrary, is calling it a "Joint Address to Congress".&nbsp;
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<h2>What is the State of the Union?&nbsp;</h2>
According to the Constitution, the US president is mandated "from time to time" to "give to the Congress information of the state of the union".&nbsp;
George Washington delivered the first such speech in 1790. Later, some of the presidents in the 19th century delivered written addresses to Congress.&nbsp;
Though there is no specific date mentioned for the address, but it usually happens in the first few months of the year. However, the President's inauguration date is fixed as January 20 as per the Constitution.&nbsp;
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The impact of these first-year speeches should be considered to have the same heft as the State of the Union address, according to the American Presidency Project.&nbsp;
Moreover, just like the State of the Union address, the opposing party to the one that occupies the White House gives a brief speech in response.&nbsp;
Notably, this year, it will be delivered by Democratic Sen. Elissa Slotkin of Michigan.
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<h2>When and where will it happen?</h2>
Standing at the front of the US House chamber at the Capitol, Trump will be addressing a joint session of Congress on Tuesday.&nbsp;
The speech is scheduled to begin at 9 pm ET on March 4 (7:30 am IST Wednesday), however, its duration is not yet known.&nbsp;
During Trump's first term in 2017, his joint address to Congress lasted about one hour.&nbsp;
Further, in the last three years, his State of the Union speeches averaged 80 minutes.&nbsp;
The key event will be broadcast widely on television networks like CNN and PBS. Moreover, the viewers can also watch it live on YouTube, Hulu, and The Associated Press's official YouTube channel.&nbsp;
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Also, CBS News will live broadcast the address and air a special primetime programme at 9 PM ET.&nbsp;
(With inputs from agencies) &nbsp;

World: Standing at the front of the US House chamber at the Capitol, Trump will address a joint session of Congress on Tuesday. It is scheduled to begin at 9 pm ET on March 4.

US President Donald Trump will be addressing a joint session of Congress on Tuesday night (Wednesday, 7.30 am IST) for the first time after assuming office. However, it will not be a State of the Union speech but will be a joint address to Congress. As per tradition, the US president's annual televised address is known as the "State of the Union" speech, in which the government's accomplishments in the previous year and its agenda for the upcoming year are announced. But Trump, on the contrary, is calling it a "Joint Address to Congress". Also read: ‘Agitators will be...’: Trump to cut federal funding for US schools allowing illegal protests What is the State of the Union? According to the Constitution, the US president is mandated "from time to time" to "give to the Congress information of the state of the union". George Washington delivered the first such speech in 1790. Later, some of the presidents in the 19th century delivered written addresses to Congress. Though there is no specific date mentioned for the address, but it usually happens in the first few months of the year. However, the President's inauguration date is fixed as January 20 as per the Constitution. Also read: ‘Determined to continue cooperation with US’: Ukraine for negotiations after Trump halts military aid The impact of these first-year speeches should be considered to have the same heft as the State of the Union address, according to the American Presidency Project. Moreover, just like the State of the Union address, the opposing party to the one that occupies the White House gives a brief speech in response. Notably, this year, it will be delivered by Democratic Sen. Elissa Slotkin of Michigan. Also read: US President Donald Trump considering sanction relief for Russia: Report When and where will it happen? Standing at the front of the US House chamber at the Capitol, Trump will be addressing a joint session of Congress on Tuesday. The speech is scheduled to begin at 9 pm ET on March 4 (7:30 am IST Wednesday), however, its duration is not yet known. During Trump's first term in 2017, his joint address to Congress lasted about one hour. Further, in the last three years, his State of the Union speeches averaged 80 minutes. The key event will be broadcast widely on television networks like CNN and PBS. Moreover, the viewers can also watch it live on YouTube, Hulu, and The Associated Press's official YouTube channel. Also read: How China is targeting US agriculture with retaliatory tariffs as Trump begins trade war Also, CBS News will live broadcast the address and air a special primetime programme at 9 PM ET. (With inputs from agencies)

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Ukrainian President Volodymyr Zelensky has said that he is willing to finalise a security and minerals agreement with the United States while adding that he is prepared to work under President Donald Trump’s “strong leadership.”

While accepting that his meeting with Trump “did not go the way it was supposed to,” Zelensky reiterated Ukraine’s commitment to achieving peace and praised the US president for supplying his military with Javelin missiles.

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Ukraine is facing its most perilous moment as its most important lifeline has been severed. Donald Trump's decisive cut of military aid threatens to unravel Ukraine's fight against Russia.

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US President Donald Trump on Tuesday (March 4) warned American schools and universities, saying that he would stop federal funding for any school or university that allows illegal protests.
In a post on Truth Social, Trump warned that whoever doesn't follow it will be imprisoned or permanently sent back to the native country .&nbsp;
He added that the American students will be permanently expelled or arrested, depending on the crime.&nbsp;
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"All Federal Funding will STOP for any College, School, or University that allows illegal protests," he wrote on his Truth Social platform. "Agitators will be imprisoned/or permanently sent back to the country from which they came. American students will be permanently expelled or, depending on the crime, arrested," he posted.&nbsp;
"NO MASKS! Thank you for your attention to this matter," he stressed.&nbsp;
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Earlier also, Trump has made it clear in the past that protests against him are not appreciated, despite he and his party's insistence on the importance of free speech in the US.&nbsp;
In the past, he threatened to cut government funds to US colleges, schools, and universities over teachings on gender and race if they allow transgender athletes to compete on girls' sports teams, or if they insist on Covid-19 vaccine mandates.&nbsp;
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Since Trump became the US President, he has repeatedly warned to turn the US education system upside down. Moreover, he has also threatened to defund the entire Department of Education and return all control over the curriculum to individual states.&nbsp;
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(With inputs from agencies)
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World: In a post on Truth Social, Trump warned that whoever doesn't follow it will be imprisoned or permanently sent back to the native country.

US President Donald Trump on Tuesday (March 4) warned American schools and universities, saying that he would stop federal funding for any school or university that allows illegal protests. In a post on Truth Social, Trump warned that whoever doesn't follow it will be imprisoned or permanently sent back to the native country . He added that the American students will be permanently expelled or arrested, depending on the crime. Also read: US President Donald Trump considering sanction relief for Russia: Report "All Federal Funding will STOP for any College, School, or University that allows illegal protests," he wrote on his Truth Social platform. "Agitators will be imprisoned/or permanently sent back to the country from which they came. American students will be permanently expelled or, depending on the crime, arrested," he posted. "NO MASKS! Thank you for your attention to this matter," he stressed. Also read: How China is targeting US agriculture with retaliatory tariffs as Trump begins trade war Earlier also, Trump has made it clear in the past that protests against him are not appreciated, despite he and his party's insistence on the importance of free speech in the US. In the past, he threatened to cut government funds to US colleges, schools, and universities over teachings on gender and race if they allow transgender athletes to compete on girls' sports teams, or if they insist on Covid-19 vaccine mandates. Also read: Putin ‘trying to tick a box’: Russia sends troops on ‘suicide missions’ to seize Ukrainian land ahead of talks Since Trump became the US President, he has repeatedly warned to turn the US education system upside down. Moreover, he has also threatened to defund the entire Department of Education and return all control over the curriculum to individual states. Also read: Trump hopes Linda McMahon 'puts herself out of job' by shutting down education department (With inputs from agencies)

‘Agitators will be...’: Trump to cut federal funding for US schools allowing illegal protests

Billionaire investor Warren Buffet has sharply criticized American President Donald Trump's newly imposed tariffs, calling them an act of war. In a televised interview, Buffet highlighted the negative consequences of the tariffs, warning that they may ultimately act as a tax on goods that American consumers will have to bear. Watch in for more details!

Warren Buffett slams Trump's tariffs, says 'they're an act of war'

A day after the US suspended all military aid to Ukraine, Kyiv on Tuesday (March 4) said that they are in touch with the European allies about military aid, adding that they are not ruling out further negotiations with the US.
Ukrainian presidential adviser Mykhailo Pdolyak said in a post on X that Ukraine has already experienced prolonged suspensions of US military aid programmes and has learned to adapt to such situations.
"We are discussing options with our European partners, and of course, we are not overlooking the possibility of negotiations with our American counterparts," he added.&nbsp;
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He further stressed that it is crucial to assess which specific programmes will cease to function, considering that many were already in their final stages.&nbsp;
"We need to evaluate the possibility of purchasing or acquiring equivalents from our European partners, especially since replacement programmes are already in operation," he added in the post.&nbsp;
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<h2>'Determined to continue operation with US'</h2>
Ukraine Prime Minister Denys Shmyhal said that Kyiv is "determined to continue operation with the US".&nbsp;
He added that&nbsp;his country would do everything necessary to withstand the Russian invasion despite Donald Trump's decision to halt US military aid.
"We will do everything to hold out," he told journalists at a press conference in Kyiv.
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This comes after Trump suspended military aid to Ukraine on Monday, a move that will escalate tensions between Washington and Kyiv and its European allies.&nbsp;
"The President has been clear that he is focused on peace. We need our partners to be committed to that goal as well," a White House official told the news agency AFP while speaking on the condition of anonymity.&nbsp;
"We are pausing and reviewing our aid to ensure that it is contributing to a solution," the official added.&nbsp;
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(With inputs from agencies)

World: Ukrainian presidential adviser Mykhailo Pdolyak said in a post on X that Ukraine has already experienced prolonged suspensions of US military aid programmes and has learned to adapt to such situations.

A day after the US suspended all military aid to Ukraine, Kyiv on Tuesday (March 4) said that they are in touch with the European allies about military aid, adding that they are not ruling out further negotiations with the US. Ukrainian presidential adviser Mykhailo Pdolyak said in a post on X that Ukraine has already experienced prolonged suspensions of US military aid programmes and has learned to adapt to such situations. "We are discussing options with our European partners, and of course, we are not overlooking the possibility of negotiations with our American counterparts," he added. Also read: 'Best contribution to peace': Russia hails Trump's move to halt military aid to Ukraine He further stressed that it is crucial to assess which specific programmes will cease to function, considering that many were already in their final stages. "We need to evaluate the possibility of purchasing or acquiring equivalents from our European partners, especially since replacement programmes are already in operation," he added in the post. Also read: Elon Musk brands Ukraine President Zelensky 'evil' for pushing 'forever war' with Russia 'Determined to continue operation with US' Ukraine Prime Minister Denys Shmyhal said that Kyiv is "determined to continue operation with the US". He added that his country would do everything necessary to withstand the Russian invasion despite Donald Trump's decision to halt US military aid. "We will do everything to hold out," he told journalists at a press conference in Kyiv. Also read: Donald Trump pauses military aid to Ukraine amid war: Report This comes after Trump suspended military aid to Ukraine on Monday, a move that will escalate tensions between Washington and Kyiv and its European allies. "The President has been clear that he is focused on peace. We need our partners to be committed to that goal as well," a White House official told the news agency AFP while speaking on the condition of anonymity. "We are pausing and reviewing our aid to ensure that it is contributing to a solution," the official added. Also read: US President Donald Trump considering sanction relief for Russia: Report (With inputs from agencies)

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Israeli Prime Minister Benjamin Netanyahu warned Hamas on Monday (March 3) of severe consequences if the Palestinian militant group does not release the remaining hostages held in Gaza.
&ldquo;I tell Hamas: If you do not release our hostages, there will be consequences that you cannot imagine,&rdquo; Netanyahu said during a speech in the Israeli parliament.
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As he delivered his speech, families of the hostages gathered outside the Knesset in protest, urging action to bring their loved ones home.
Netanyahu referred to an agreement from the previous US administration, backed by President Donald Trump, which grants Israel the right to withdraw from negotiations and resume military operations if talks become futile.
&ldquo;According to the side letter that accompanied the agreement from the previous [US] administration, backed by the Trump administration, we have the right at any moment from Day 42 to drop out of the negotiations and return to fighting if we are under the impression that the talks are pointless,&rdquo; he said.
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Addressing concerns raised by US special envoy Steve Witkoff, Netanyahu admitted that the gap between the negotiating sides is too big and poses a risk to the talks. &ldquo;There is a proposal in front of us. We are still in the agreement, we are not violating the agreement, but we are not returning immediately to war,&rdquo; he said.
However, he warned that military action might still be necessary. &ldquo;Who knows, we might need to. [Witkoff] offers a way to return all the hostages, in two releases,&rdquo; he added.
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Netanyahu also voiced support for former US President Trump&rsquo;s proposal to encourage emigration from Gaza, calling it a &ldquo;brave and innovative&rdquo; idea.
&ldquo;We must support it. We support it fully,&rdquo; he said, claiming that many wealthy Gazans had managed to bribe their way out of the territory. &ldquo;The time has come to give them the freedom to leave. The time has come to give them the freedom to choose,&rdquo; he added.
<h2>Hamas has 'enough food to fuel an obesity epidemic': Israel</h2>
Meanwhile, Israeli government spokesman David Mencer accused Hamas of hoarding supplies while the civilian population suffered. His comments came a day after Israel blocked aid deliveries, citing a deadlock in ceasefire talks.
Also read: <a href="https://www.wionews.com/world/israel-announces-suspension-of-aid-into-gaza-over-hamas-refusal-to-extend-ceasefires-1st-phase-threatens-consequences-8770552">Warnings of famine risk in Gaza &lsquo;a lie&rsquo;, says Israel as it suspends aid into Gaza over ceasefire extension</a>
Mencer told reporters that Hamas has stockpiled supplies for its operatives &ldquo;for months and months&rdquo; and has &ldquo;enough food to fuel an obesity epidemic.&rdquo;
&ldquo;No one is going hungry in Hamas,&rdquo; he said. &ldquo;The supplies are there, but Hamas don&rsquo;t share.&rdquo;
(With inputs from agencies)

World: “I tell Hamas: If you do not release our hostages, there will be consequences that you cannot imagine,” Netanyahu said during a speech in the Israeli parliament. Middle East

Israeli Prime Minister Benjamin Netanyahu warned Hamas on Monday (March 3) of severe consequences if the Palestinian militant group does not release the remaining hostages held in Gaza. “I tell Hamas: If you do not release our hostages, there will be consequences that you cannot imagine,” Netanyahu said during a speech in the Israeli parliament. Also read: Trump claims he’s the only US prez who didn’t ‘surrender’ Ukraine’s land to Putin, but history says otherwise As he delivered his speech, families of the hostages gathered outside the Knesset in protest, urging action to bring their loved ones home. Netanyahu referred to an agreement from the previous US administration, backed by President Donald Trump, which grants Israel the right to withdraw from negotiations and resume military operations if talks become futile. “According to the side letter that accompanied the agreement from the previous [US] administration, backed by the Trump administration, we have the right at any moment from Day 42 to drop out of the negotiations and return to fighting if we are under the impression that the talks are pointless,” he said. Also read: ‘Stand up to a powerful Russian’: Oscars host Conan O’Brien mocks Trump over ugly spat with Zelensky | Watch Addressing concerns raised by US special envoy Steve Witkoff, Netanyahu admitted that the gap between the negotiating sides is too big and poses a risk to the talks. “There is a proposal in front of us. We are still in the agreement, we are not violating the agreement, but we are not returning immediately to war,” he said. However, he warned that military action might still be necessary. “Who knows, we might need to. [Witkoff] offers a way to return all the hostages, in two releases,” he added. Also read: Israel ‘fully coordinated’ with Trump to extend phase one of Gaza ceasefire for 50 days, says Netanyahu Netanyahu also voiced support for former US President Trump’s proposal to encourage emigration from Gaza, calling it a “brave and innovative” idea. “We must support it. We support it fully,” he said, claiming that many wealthy Gazans had managed to bribe their way out of the territory. “The time has come to give them the freedom to leave. The time has come to give them the freedom to choose,” he added. Hamas has 'enough food to fuel an obesity epidemic': Israel Meanwhile, Israeli government spokesman David Mencer accused Hamas of hoarding supplies while the civilian population suffered. His comments came a day after Israel blocked aid deliveries, citing a deadlock in ceasefire talks. Also read: Warnings of famine risk in Gaza ‘a lie’, says Israel as it suspends aid into Gaza over ceasefire extension Mencer told reporters that Hamas has stockpiled supplies for its operatives “for months and months” and has “enough food to fuel an obesity epidemic.” “No one is going hungry in Hamas,” he said. “The supplies are there, but Hamas don’t share.” (With inputs from agencies)

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