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Trump Hosts Qatar PM After Israeli Strike

By BPN News Desk September 13, 2025

U.S. President Donald Trump met Qatar’s Prime Minister Sheikh Mohammed bin Abdulrahman al-Thani at the White House after an Israeli airstrike in Doha targeting Hamas leaders. Trump said he was “unhappy” with the attack, calling it a unilateral move that did not align with U.S. or Israeli interests. Strike in Doha Draws Global Criticism The […]

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India Votes for UN’s ‘New York Declaration’

By BPN News Desk September 13, 2025

India voted in favour of a United Nations General Assembly resolution endorsing the “New York Declaration,” which lays out concrete, time-bound steps toward a two-state solution and the recognition of a Palestinian state. The resolution was adopted on 12 September at the UN headquarters in New York with 142 votes in favour, 10 against and […]

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Hamas Spokesman Abu Obeida Killed in Gaza Strike

By BPN News Desk September 1, 2025

Israel announced that it has killed Abu Obeida, the spokesperson for Hamas’s military wing, the Al-Qassam Brigades, in a targeted airstrike on Gaza City’s Rimal neighborhood. The Israel Defense Forces said the operation was aimed at dismantling Hamas’s propaganda and psychological warfare network ahead of a planned ground offensive. Rising Tensions and No Ceasefire Plans

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Netanyahu Pushes Ahead with Gaza City Offensive Amid Opposition

By BPN News Desk August 22, 2025

Israeli Prime Minister Benjamin Netanyahu has pressed forward with a full-scale military operation to seize Gaza City despite widespread protest. The Israeli Defense Forces (IDF) have initiated air and artillery strikes targeting neighborhoods like Shejaiya, Sabra, Zeitoun, and Jabaliya, signaling a major escalation after weeks of resistance. Around 60,000 reservists have

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Trump Says “Remember October 7” as He Urges Pressure on Hamas

By BPN News Desk August 12, 2025

US President Donald Trump reiterated his support for Israel’s military stance in Gaza, invoking the October 7 attack and stating that “Hamas can’t stay” in the region. Speaking after what he described as a “good call” with Israeli Prime Minister Benjamin Netanyahu, Trump stopped short of explicitly endorsing Israel’s planned offensive on Gaza City, but […]

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Israel Says It Won’t Occupy Gaza, Plans Civil Rule

By BPN News Desk August 9, 2025

Israeli Prime Minister Benjamin Netanyahu said that Israel’s goal in Gaza is not to occupy the territory but to remove Hamas and support a peaceful civilian government. He made this statement during a phone call with Germany’s Chancellor Friedrich Merz, according to his office. Netanyahu’s Remarks on October 7 Attack Netanyahu described the October 7, […]

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Israel Plans Full Military Takeover of Gaza

By BPN News Desk August 5, 2025

Israeli Prime Minister Benjamin Netanyahu has approved a plan for the Israel Defense Forces (IDF) to take full military control of the Gaza Strip. Israel currently occupies about 75 percent of the region. The new move would see the military expand operations into the remaining territory, including areas where hostages are believed to be held. […]

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Hamas Says Resistance Will Continue Until Occupation Ends

By BPN News Desk August 3, 2025

Hamas on Friday reaffirmed that Palestinian resistance against Israel will continue until what it calls the “Israeli occupation” is fully dismantled. The group issued a statement declaring its commitment to continue armed struggle and diplomatic efforts in response to ongoing tensions and military operations in Gaza. Statement from Hamas Leadership A senior

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Trump Blames Hamas for Collapse of Gaza Ceasefire Talks

By BPN News Desk July 26, 2025

U.S. President Donald Trump has placed the blame on Hamas for the breakdown of ceasefire negotiations in Gaza. In a sharp statement, Trump said the militant group had no intention of reaching peace, remarking, “They want to die.” He emphasized that Israel should take firm military action to end the conflict. Ceasefire Talks Break Down […]

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Hamas Rejects Interim Truce Without Ceasefire Plan

By BPN News Desk July 19, 2025

Hamas has announced that it will not accept any temporary truce with Israel unless the agreement includes a clear roadmap toward a permanent ceasefire. The group’s armed wing made the statement in a televised broadcast, stating that short-term deals must be tied to long-term solutions if progress is to be made. This declaration comes amid […]