What Are the Abraham Accords, Trump’s 2020 Mideast Deals?
The diplomatic deals that opened ties between Israel and several Arab countries were hailed as a landmark moment, but have failed to bring peace to the Middle East.
Day: October 13, 2025
Apple says iPhone Air will go on sale in China on October 22, after initially delaying the launch due to regulatory issues with the device’s eSIM-only design (Ryan Christoffel/9to5Mac)
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Apple says iPhone Air will go on sale in China on October 22, after initially delaying the launch due to regulatory issues with the device’s eSIM-only design — Apple’s iPhone 17 lineup has, by all appeara…
Trump signs peace documents to end war in Gaza: ‘It’s going to hold up’
President Trump on Monday signed an agreement to end the more than two-year war in Gaza.
Trump and world leaders meet in Egypt on future of Gaza as Israel celebrates return of hostages – The Washington Post
Trump and world leaders meet in Egypt on future of Gaza as Israel celebrates return of hostages The Washington PostTrump and Abbas Share Moment of Rapprochement in Egypt The New York TimesEgyptian president says Trump’s Mideast pr…
Trump to meet Ukraine leader Zelenskyy at White House on Friday
President Donald Trump said he is considering sending Tomahawk missiles to Ukraine to pressure Russia to end the war against its neighbor.
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Who are the Palestinian captives Israel released?
Israel is releasing nearly 2,000 Palestinians, political prisoners and detainees. Here’s a look at who they are.
Republican and Democratic senators dig in heels over government shutdown
Lindsey Graham says closure won’t push him to meet Democrats’ demands on Obama-era healthcare subsidiesRepublican and Democratic senators Lindsey Graham and Mark Kelly have dug their heels in over the government shutdown – which is now approaching two …
Swinney says Scottish government will sponsor visas for foreign care workers
First minister tells SNP conference older people in Scotland ‘pay the price for Westminster’s prejudice’ over immigrationUK politics live – latest updatesJohn Swinney has said the Scottish government will help hundreds of overseas care workers stay in …
Madagascar president leaves country after soldiers turn against him
Andry Rajoelina was due to appear on national television to make a speech to the people of Madagascar.