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Israel Sends Delegation to Qatar for Ceasefire Talks as Netanyahu Heads to Washington

In a significant diplomatic move, Israel dispatched a delegation to Qatar on Sunday to engage in indirect negotiations with Hamas over a potential ceasefire and hostage release deal in Gaza. The talks come just hours before Prime Minister Benjamin Netanyahu is scheduled to meet U.S. President Donald Trump in Washington. The Israeli government confirmed the delegation’s departure despite labeling Hamas’s proposed amendments to a U.S.-backed ceasefire plan as “unacceptable.” The plan, which includes a 60-day truce and the staggered release of hostages, has been met with cautious optimism by Hamas, which responded “in a positive spirit” but requested key changes regarding humanitarian aid, Israeli troop withdrawal, and long-term conflict resolution. Public pressure is mounting on Netanyahu to secure a deal, with large demonstrations erupting in Tel Aviv demanding the return of approximately 50 hostages still held in Gaza. Meanwhile, internal divisions persist within Netanyahu’s coalition,...

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Republicans Secure House Majority, Completing Sweep into Power

 

In a significant political shift, Republicans have won enough seats to take control of the U.S. House of Representatives, completing their sweep into power alongside President-elect Donald Trump. This victory, marked by a decisive win in Arizona and a crucial seat in California, gives the GOP the 218 seats needed for a majority.

With this new majority, Republican leaders are poised to implement Trump's vision for the country, which includes extensive deportation operations, tax breaks, and a reshaping of the U.S. economy. The GOP's control of both the House and Senate ensures that Congress will support Trump's ambitious agenda, leaving Democrats with limited power to oppose it.

This marks a stark contrast to Trump's first term, where he faced resistance from within his own party and a Supreme Court with a liberal majority. Now, with a Republican-dominated Congress and a conservative Supreme Court, Trump is set to govern with fewer obstacles.

The Republican victory has sparked a sense of urgency among party leaders to swiftly enact their policies, reflecting the transformative impact of Trump's "Make America Great Again" movement on the GOP.

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