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On September 17, 2025, the European Commission proposed suspending parts of its trade agreement with Israel and sanctioning far-right Israeli ministers over the Gaza conflict. The EU plans to freeze €20 million in bilateral support to Israel, targeting exports worth €6 billion. However, divisions among member states, including Germany and Italy, threaten the adoption of these measures amid escalating violence in Gaza and recent Israeli strikes in Qatar.
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Recent Israeli airstrikes targeting Hamas leadership in Qatar and Gaza have failed to eliminate top figures, despite killing low-level operatives. The strikes have strained Qatar's mediation efforts, with Hamas claiming its leaders survived and emphasizing resilience amid ongoing conflict and hostage concerns.
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Regional leaders gather in Doha for an emergency Arab-Islamic summit following Israel's attack targeting Hamas leaders in Qatar. The summit aims to formulate concrete measures against Israel amid regional tensions, with some leaders calling for severing ties and others discussing regional security responses. The event underscores escalating regional conflict and diplomatic fallout.
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Qatar's emir visits Jordan following Israeli strikes on Doha, which killed six. The Gulf Cooperation Council (GCC) pledged to activate a joint defense mechanism amid regional tensions. Leaders discussed military cooperation, regional stability, and Israel's actions in Gaza and neighboring countries.
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Israel continues its military campaign in Gaza, refusing to end the conflict despite international pressure. Arab leaders condemn Israel’s actions, accusing it of genocide and expansionism. Qatar and Jordan call for accountability, while Israel’s policies and Netanyahu’s ambitions face widespread criticism at the UN. Diplomatic efforts remain stalled.
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Ahead of a UN meeting, Emirati officials warned Israel against annexing parts of the West Bank, emphasizing that such actions could harm regional stability and the Abraham Accords. The UAE reaffirmed support for a two-state solution and expressed concern over recent Israeli military actions and regional tensions.
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On October 13-14, 2025, US President Donald Trump secured a ceasefire agreement between Israel and Hamas, ending two years of war in Gaza. The deal included the release of 20 surviving hostages by Hamas and nearly 2,000 Palestinian prisoners by Israel. Trump signed the agreement with regional leaders in Egypt, launching a phased peace plan involving governance reforms and international oversight.
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A ceasefire brokered by US President Trump has temporarily halted hostilities in Gaza, but key issues remain unresolved. Disagreements over Hamas disarmament, Israeli troop withdrawal, and governance threaten the durability of peace. Leaders signed a declaration in Egypt, but future stability depends on implementation of complex conditions.
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Australia will send a liaison officer to Israel as part of a US-led international stabilization force supporting the Gaza ceasefire. The force aims to facilitate humanitarian aid, monitor compliance, and support the peace process, amid ongoing violence and diplomatic negotiations involving multiple nations.
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US President Donald Trump thanked Qatar's emir and prime minister for their role in securing a Gaza ceasefire during a refueling stop at Al Udeid Air Base. Qatar has been a key mediator in indirect talks between Israel and Hamas, with ongoing discussions on security arrangements and the future of Gaza amid continued violence.
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Qatar's leader visited the DRC to bolster peace talks with M23 rebels amid ongoing violence. A framework agreement was signed, backed by the US and Qatar, aiming to end years of conflict in eastern DRC. Despite progress, violence persists, and negotiations face delays.