Turkiye has expressed alarm that Israeli violations of ceasefire arrangements are making efforts at creating lasting peace in Gaza “incredibly more difficult,” as diplomatic initiatives struggle to gain traction amid continued hostilities. Her remarks reflect mounting frustration from regional actors who believe repeated breaches undermine trust, worsen humanitarian conditions and threaten fragile mediation efforts. Turkish...
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Rubio Indicated that No Peace Will Arise until Hamas Disarms
U.S. Senator Marco Rubio recently asserted that lasting peace in Gaza can only be attained if Hamas fully disarms, reinforcing Washington’s hardline approach and underscoring deep divisions over how stability in the region may be achieved. Rubio stated during a policy discussion on Middle East security that any ceasefire or political arrangement which allows Hamas...
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UN, Aid Groups Warn of Gaza Operations Being Placed at Risk due to Israel Impediments
The United Nations and multiple international aid organizations have recently warned that Israel’s restrictions and impediments to humanitarian operations in Gaza pose serious threats to civilian survival, compounding an already severe humanitarian crisis. Aid agencies report access restrictions, security challenges and bureaucratic obstacles are severely restricting their ability to deliver lifesaving assistance in besieged territories...
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23 Afghan Taliban Fighters Killed at Chaman Border Due to Ceasefire Violation
Pakistani security forces recently made headlines after making arrests of 23 Afghan Taliban fighters after they violated a ceasefire agreement, prompting Pakistani security forces to “neutralise” them at Chaman border crossing between Pakistan and Afghanistan. Authorities claim this incident illustrates mounting tensions along the region as it represents one of the deadliest clashes seen recently....
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U.S. Pressures UN Security Council to Consider Trump’s Gaza Peace Proposal
Diplomats familiar with ongoing discussions in New York indicate that the United States is pressing members of the UN Security Council to seriously consider former U.S. President Donald Trump’s Gaza peace plan, according to diplomats familiar with ongoing talks in New York. This effort comes amid growing divisions over how best to respond to an...
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Turkish, Egyptian Foreign Ministers to Discuss Gaza Ceasefire, Post-War Efforts
In a significant diplomatic development, the foreign ministers of Turkey and Egypt are set to meet to discuss critical issues surrounding the ongoing Gaza conflict. The talks are expected to focus on securing a ceasefire, addressing humanitarian concerns, and strategizing for post-war recovery in the region. With both countries holding substantial influence in the Middle...
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Israeli officials deny Turkish forces’ presence in Gaza
The Gaza Strip stands at a crucial juncture. Following a fragile cease-fire and Donald Trump’s postconflict framework of 20 points, which proposed an “International Stabilisation Force”, (ISF) has emerged. But one major roadblock has already materialized: Turkey. According to multiple sources, on 9 November 2025 Israel made it clear that Turkish troops would not form...
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At Istanbul Talks, Pakistan Makes Evidence-Based Requests to End Cross-Border Terrorism
Turkey served as the stage for renewed negotiations between Pakistan and Afghan Taliban regime, during which Pakistan presented evidence-based demands aimed at ending cross-border terrorism emanating from Afghan soil. [Arab News PK +2 Geo News].Under the mediation of Turkey and Qatar, talks between Pakistani and Afghan representatives were held as an effort to restore relations...
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UN: Around One Million Gazans Received Food Parcels Under Cease-Fire Agreement; However, Aid Shortfall Remains Critical
Three and a half weeks into the latest cease-fire between Israel and Hamas, World Food Program (WFP) reports delivering food parcels to approximately one million residents of Gaza – but cautions that needs remain vastly higher and access still limited. Anadolu Ajansi.WFP spokesperson Abeer Etefa revealed at a Geneva press briefing that since the ceasefire...
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Pakistan and Turkey jointly emphasize implementation of Gaza Peace Agreement during their Istanbul meeting
At an important diplomatic gathering in Istanbul, Gaza policy dominated discussion as Turkiye and Pakistan underlined the importance of fully implementing the Gaza cease-fire and associated peace mechanisms. Foreign ministers from predominantly Muslim nations met to coordinate next steps toward lasting peace in Gaza. Arab News +2 @ DawnPakistan’s Foreign Office announced that Deputy Prime...