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Larry Summers Retreats from Public Life Amid Epstein Email Fallout

    Larry Summers, professor at Harvard University, during an interview in New York, on Sept. 17, 2025. Larry Summers, former U.S. Treasury Secretary and ex-president of Harvard University, announced he will step back from public engagements following the release of thousands of emails linking him to convicted sex offender Jeffrey Epstein. Summers described himself as “deeply ashamed” of his actions, acknowledging the pain caused by his continued communication with Epstein long after the financier’s 2008 conviction. The House Oversight Committee recently published more than 20,000 documents from Epstein’s estate, including extensive correspondence between Summers and Epstein. The emails revealed that their relationship persisted until at least 2019, just before Epstein’s arrest on sex trafficking charges. In some exchanges, Epstein attempted to connect Summers with influential global figures, while Summers sought advice on personal matters. Summers issued a statement ...

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Gaza Ceasefire Talks Stalled Amid Deepening Humanitarian Crisis

 

The ongoing conflict in Gaza has reached a critical juncture as ceasefire talks remain deadlocked. Hamas, the Palestinian militant group, is steadfastly adhering to its terms for a ceasefire deal and a potential hostage exchange with Israel. Meanwhile, the United States has indicated that the negotiations in Cairo are “in the hands of” Hamas, emphasizing the group’s pivotal role in finding a resolution.

Negotiators from Hamas, Qatar, and Egypt are currently in Cairo, striving to secure a 40-day ceasefire in the war between Israel and Gaza. However, Israel’s absence from the talks complicates the process, leaving critical issues unresolved.

The situation on the ground is dire. The humanitarian crisis in Gaza has deepened, affecting civilians who are already grappling with the devastating impact of the conflict. Healthcare facilities are struggling without electricity, and civilians find themselves virtually “cut off from the outside world.” The need for a ceasefire is urgent, not only for the immediate relief it would provide but also to prevent further escalation that threatens peace and security for both Palestinians and Israelis.

As the talks continue, the international community closely watches, hoping for a breakthrough that can alleviate the suffering and pave the way for a more stable future in the region.




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