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US military officials met Syrian President Ahmed al-Sharaa in Damascus to discuss cooperation against ISIS and regional stability. Meanwhile, Saudi Arabia announced a $1.65 million barrel crude supply to support Syria's economic recovery, amid ongoing reconstruction efforts and slow ground progress post-civil war.
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President Trump announced the deployment of about 200 international military personnel, including Egyptian, Qatari, Turkish, and Emirati officials, to oversee the Gaza ceasefire. The US will not send troops into Gaza but will establish a command center in Egypt to monitor compliance and support the transition to civilian governance amid ongoing tensions.
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Recent days have seen Hamas executing Palestinians accused of collaboration and resisting Israeli control, amid ongoing clashes and international calls for Hamas to disarm. The US and Israel are urging Hamas to stop violence, disarm, and adhere to a proposed peace plan, as tensions and violence persist in Gaza.
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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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Since the October 10 ceasefire, aid into Gaza has increased but remains below expectations, with only about 24% of the agreed trucks entering. Restrictions and ongoing Israeli military actions continue to hinder humanitarian efforts, leaving residents in dire conditions amid ongoing conflict.
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As of November 11, 2025, the US-led Civil-Military Coordination Center (CMCC) has fully assumed primary control over humanitarian aid into Gaza, sidelining Israel's previous dominant role. The CMCC, involving over 40 countries, aims to improve aid flow amid ongoing restrictions and security concerns. Meanwhile, Cornell University agreed to a $60 million settlement with the US government to restore federal funding amid investigations into alleged civil rights violations, affirming academic freedom but maintaining diversity programs.
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The US military is deploying low-cost attack drones in the Middle East, emulating Iran's tactics, amid increased investment in autonomous systems and new competition with startups and traditional defense contractors. The move signals a shift toward cheaper, disposable drones for modern warfare.