Middle East News

Freed in a Gaza hostage swap, 154 Palestinian ex-prisoners have been exiled to Egypt instead of returning home. Confined in a hotel under surveillance, the men—many jailed for life in Israel—now face an uncertain future.

US President Donald Trump said Tuesday that allied nations in the Middle East were prepared to send troops into Gaza to confront Hamas if the group did not cease its alleged violations of his peace plan.

Iran’s Supreme Leader Khamenei rejects Trump’s nuclear talks offer, dismissing US claims of destroying Iran’s nuclear program, as Tehran ends JCPOA obligations amid rising tensions.

IDF resumed Gaza ceasefire enforcement after launching strikes on Hamas targets in response to alleged violations. The strikes followed attacks on IDF troops in Rafah, killing two soldiers. Gaza accused Israel of 80 ceasefire breaches since Oct 10.

The Israel Defence Forces launched airstrikes in Rafah, southern Gaza, after accusing Hamas fighters of violating the ceasefire by firing on Israeli troops. Prime Minister Benjamin Netanyahu held an emergency meeting and ordered strong retaliation.

A new study by the Hebrew University of Jerusalem, reveals that the auditory cortex doesn’t just react to sound, it adapts its timing to match the rhythm of tasks. This helps the brain focus smarter, filtering noise and predicting important sounds.

The 10-year Iran nuclear deal (JCPOA) ends on October 18, 2025. Snapback sanctions and deadlocked talks leave Iran free to resume nuclear activities, creating a new diplomatic and security challenge.

The Saudi-Pak military pact marks a historic shift in Gulf security, promising joint defense, intelligence sharing, and possible nuclear deterrence. Analysts debate its implications for Israel, regional balance, and India’s strategic calculations.

Israeli military said one of the four bodies handed over by Hamas under a recent US-brokered ceasefire deal does not belong to any known hostage held since the Gaza war began in 2023. Forensic tests confirmed the mismatch. 

Iran on Tuesday rejected US President Donald Trump’s call for peace, saying his words were “inconsistent” with Washington’s actions. Tehran accused the US of “hostile and criminal behaviour” toward the Iranian people.