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A High‑Stakes Address: Trump Prepares for State of the Union Amid Polling Concerns

President Donald Trump leaves after an event in the East Room of the White House on Monday, Feb. 23, 2026, in Washington.  President Donald Trump is set to deliver his State of the Union address at a moment when national polling shows his support softening, creating an unusually high‑pressure backdrop for one of the most watched speeches of the year. While the State of the Union traditionally offers presidents an opportunity to outline their agenda and rally public confidence, this year’s address carries added weight as shifting voter sentiment becomes a central storyline. Advisers have signaled that Trump plans to emphasize economic themes, national security, and legislative priorities he argues will resonate with undecided voters. The White House is also expected to frame the speech as a reset point, aiming to reassert control over the national narrative and project stability. Political analysts note that State of the Union speeches rarely transform public opinion on their own...

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Ceasefire Deal in Gaza: Hostages Freed and Prisoners Released


In a significant development in the Middle East, Hamas has released three hostages as part of a ceasefire deal with Israel. The hostages, Yarden Bibas, Ofer Kalderon, and Keith Siegel, were handed over to the Red Cross in the southern Gaza Strip. This release is part of the fourth round of exchanges under the ceasefire agreement, which also saw Israel releasing dozens of Palestinian prisoners.

The ceasefire, which began six weeks ago, aims to release a total of 33 hostages and nearly 2,000 prisoners, as well as facilitate the return of Palestinians to northern Gaza and increase humanitarian aid to the devastated territory. The next phase of negotiations will focus on releasing the remaining hostages and extending the truce indefinitely.

The Rafah border crossing with Egypt has also reopened, allowing thousands of Palestinians in need of medical care to access treatment. This development signals that the ceasefire agreement is gaining traction, although the situation remains fragile.

As negotiations continue, the hope is that this ceasefire will pave the way for a lasting peace in the region.



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