Israel halted offensive operations in Gaza overnight in what officials call a tactical pause to support hostage negotiations; Troops remain in place with orders to focus on self-defense as Hamas signals readiness for talks

Official says the IDF will remain in Gaza, with any pullback only to the 'yellow line' around Gaza City; Talks with Hamas are expected in Cairo within days, as Israel prepares for possible resistance from the terror group

Israel Tech Mission investments see tens of millions of dollars inject into Jewish state; concerns over board backlash and increasing women’s participation high on agenda 

After urging Israel to 'stop the bombings' and avoid negotiating under fire, Trump praised the cease-fire and warned Hamas to act quickly or face consequences, stressing Gaza must not remain a threat

After Hamas said “yes to talks” but not to Trump’s full plan, the U.S. president declared the group is ready for lasting peace and urged Israel to stop bombing Gaza to allow a safe hostage release. Qatar and Egypt backed Hamas’ reply.

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Israel's Prime Minister issued an unusual late-night statement responding to President Trump's declaration, which had welcomed Hamas's response to his peace plan and demanded Israel immediately halt its bombing campaign in Gaza. Notably, Netanyahu avoided addressing Trump's demand for a ceasefire—though Israeli operations to take control over Gaza have already been paused in recent days. Instead, the PM stated that "in light of Hamas's response, Israel is preparing for immediate implementation of the first phase of Trump's plan." He pledged to work "in full cooperation with the President to end the war in accordance with the principles Israel has established."

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