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Former President Donald Trump claims ongoing negotiations with Hamas are close to a deal, urging the group to release all hostages held in Gaza. He suggests progress is imminent but warns of a tough situation if Hamas refuses, amid ongoing conflict and diplomatic efforts. The story is current as of September 12, 2025.
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On September 16, 2025, a UN commission led by Navi Pillay released a 72-page report concluding that Israel has committed genocide in Gaza since October 2023. The report cites killings, aid blockages, forced displacement, and destruction of a fertility clinic as evidence, naming Israeli leaders including Netanyahu as responsible. Israel rejects the findings as false and politically motivated.
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Multiple sources report that Israel's actions in Gaza are increasingly characterized as genocide, with UN findings, Israeli officials' remarks, and rising civilian casualties fueling this debate. The US and international community face mounting pressure to respond, with some countries recognizing Palestinian statehood amid ongoing violence.