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Frozen Nation: Communities Brace as Arctic Blast Slams the U.S.

A powerful winter storm has swept across large portions of the United States, plunging millions into dangerously low temperatures and leaving entire neighborhoods in the dark. From the Midwest to the Northeast, residents are hunkering down as the system delivers blizzard conditions, icy roads, and widespread power outages. Meteorologists describe the storm as one of the most intense cold snaps in recent years, with wind chills in some regions dropping far below zero. Emergency crews are working around the clock to restore electricity, clear roads, and respond to weather‑related emergencies. In several states, warming centers have opened to support vulnerable residents facing prolonged outages. Travel has been severely disrupted, with hundreds of flights canceled and major highways temporarily shut down due to whiteout conditions. Officials continue urging people to stay indoors, conserve energy, and check on neighbors—especially the elderly and those living alone. Despite the chall...

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Hamas Dismisses Trump's Ultimatum, Demands Lasting Ceasefire for Hostage Release

In a recent development, Hamas has dismissed President Donald Trump's ultimatum to release the remaining Israeli hostages held in Gaza. The militant group has reiterated its stance that the hostages will only be freed in exchange for a lasting ceasefire in the Gaza Strip.

Trump's threat came after the White House confirmed unprecedented direct talks with Hamas, marking the first such engagement since the group was designated a foreign terrorist organization by the US in 1997. In a social media post, Trump warned Hamas to release all hostages and return the bodies of the deceased, or face severe consequences.

Hamas spokesperson Abdel-Latif al-Qanoua accused Trump and Israeli Prime Minister Benjamin Netanyahu of attempting to back out of the ceasefire agreement reached in January. The agreement called for negotiations over a second phase, which would involve the release of hostages in exchange for more Palestinian prisoners, a permanent ceasefire, and an Israeli withdrawal from Gaza.

The fragile ceasefire, which has facilitated hostage exchanges and humanitarian aid deliveries, is now at risk of collapse. The failure to secure a lasting agreement could reignite violence and escalate the humanitarian crisis in Gaza.

As the situation remains tense, the international community watches closely, hoping for a resolution that will bring peace and stability to the region.


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