Netanyahu says Gaza ceasefire won’t start until Hamas gives captives list

Israeli PM orders army not to begin truce until names are released. Hamas says delay due to 'technical field reasons'.

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Trump admin to launch immigration raids on day one amid deportation push

Several large cities are reportedly expected to be hit by Trump's immigration authorities shortly after inauguration.

source https://www.aljazeera.com/news/2025/1/18/trump-admin-to-launch-immigration-raids-on-day-one-amid-deportation-push?traffic_source=rss

Israeli cabinet approves Gaza ceasefire deal with Hamas

The deal is due to take effect from Sunday and involves the exchange of captives held in Gaza for Palestinian prisoners.

source https://www.aljazeera.com/news/2025/1/17/israeli-cabinet-approves-gaza-ceasefire-deal?traffic_source=rss

Gaza atrocities will ‘haunt’ Antony Blinken, says former US diplomat

Hala Rharrit calls for accountability for US officials who ensured the flow of arms to Israel despite abuses in Gaza.

source https://www.aljazeera.com/news/2025/1/17/gaza-atrocities-will-haunt-antony-blinken-says-former-us-diplomat?traffic_source=rss

Former CIA employee pleads guilty to leaking files on Israel’s Iran strikes

Asif William Rahman has pled guilty to transmitting classified national defence information, US Justice Department says.

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Mark Carney, ex-Bank of Canada governor, launches bid to replace Trudeau

Carney slams Conservative leader Pierre Poilievre at his leadership campaign launch and vows to build Canada's economy.

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Can the ceasefire agreement lead to lasting peace in Gaza?

Deal between Israel and Hamas seeks to end 15 months of war.

source https://www.aljazeera.com/program/inside-story/2025/1/16/can-the-ceasefire-agreement-lead-to-lasting-peace-in-gaza?traffic_source=rss

See the scenes of celebration in Gaza as Hamas agrees to ceasefire terms

Palestinians celebrate the news of Hamas agreeing to ceasefire terms.

source https://www.aljazeera.com/program/newsfeed/2025/1/15/see-the-scenes-of-celebration-in-gaza-as-hamas-agrees-to-ceasefire-terms?traffic_source=rss

South Korean investigators enter President Yoon’s home in second arrest bid

Investigators used ladders to climb into President Yoon Suk-yeol's home after he failed to appear at impeachment trial.

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Liverpool held at Forest while Man City stumbles as two-goal lead let slip

Premier League leaders Liverpool come back to draw at Nottingham Forest but holders Man City let lead slip at Brentford.

source https://www.aljazeera.com/sports/2025/1/14/liverpool-held-at-forest-while-man-city-stumble-as-two-goal-lead-let-slip?traffic_source=rss

Biden administration expected to lift ‘terror’ designation for Cuba: Report

The decision would reverse a move during Donald Trump's first term to re-name Cuba a 'state sponsor of terrorism'.

source https://www.aljazeera.com/news/2025/1/14/biden-administration-expected-to-lift-terror-designation-for-cuba-report?traffic_source=rss

Video: Hope in Gaza amid talk of ceasefire

Palestinians in Deir el-Balah share hopes for what is to come after the war on Gaza ends.

source https://www.aljazeera.com/program/newsfeed/2025/1/14/video-hope-in-gaza-amid-talk-of-ceasefire?traffic_source=rss

Operation under way to rescue trapped miners from South African gold mine

The Mining Affected Communities United in Action group says at least 400 men remain trapped in the abandoned mine.

source https://www.aljazeera.com/news/2025/1/14/operation-under-way-to-rescue-illegal-miners-trapped-in-south-african-gold-mine?traffic_source=rss

Biden delivers final foreign policy speech as Gaza ceasefire talks continue

US president seeks to defend legacy on the global stage before Donald Trump takes office on January 20.

source https://www.aljazeera.com/news/2025/1/13/biden-delivers-final-foreign-policy-speech-as-gaza-ceasefire-talks-continue?traffic_source=rss

Southern California Edison faces lawsuits over LA wildfires

In one suit, multiple witnesses are cited as having seen a fire at base of a transmission tower owned by the utility.

source https://www.aljazeera.com/economy/2025/1/13/southern-california-edison-faces-lawsuits-over-la-wildfires?traffic_source=rss

Israel and Hamas “on the brink” of ceasefire deal, Biden says

US President Joe Biden said Israel and Hamas are “on the brink” of a Gaza ceasefire deal.

source https://www.aljazeera.com/program/newsfeed/2025/1/13/israel-and-hamas-on-the-brink-of-ceasefire-deal-biden-says?traffic_source=rss

Russia-Ukraine war: List of key events, day 1,054

Here are the key developments on the 1,054th day of Russia’s full-scale invasion of Ukraine.

source https://www.aljazeera.com/news/2025/1/13/russia-ukraine-war-list-of-key-events-day-1054?traffic_source=rss

Zelenskyy ‘ready to hand over’ captured N Korea soldiers for Ukrainian POWs

Offer comes after Ukraine announced capturing two North Korean soldiers in Russia's Kursk region.

source https://www.aljazeera.com/news/2025/1/13/zelenskyy-ready-to-hand-over-captured-n-korea-soldiers-for-ukrainian-pows?traffic_source=rss

Barcelona hand Real Madrid latest El Clasico hammering in Supercopa final

Barcelona beat Spanish and European champions Real Madrid 5-2 in the final of the Supercopa de Espana in Saudi Arabia.

source https://www.aljazeera.com/sports/2025/1/12/barcelona-hand-real-madrid-latest-el-clasico-hammering-in-supercopa-final-football?traffic_source=rss

Russia-Ukraine war: List of key events, day 1,053

Here are the key developments on the 1,053rd day of Russia’s full-scale invasion of Ukraine.

source https://www.aljazeera.com/news/2025/1/12/russia-ukraine-war-list-of-key-events-day-1053?traffic_source=rss

Jack Smith, who led Trump prosecutions, leaves US Justice Department

A former war crimes prosecutor, Smith was appointed in November 2022 - nearly two years after the US Capitol attack.

source https://www.aljazeera.com/news/2025/1/12/jack-smith-who-led-trump-prosecutions-leaves-us-justice-department?traffic_source=rss