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Trump envoy Kushner meets Netanyahu after Hamas talks on peace plan

A meeting between Donald Trump’s Middle East envoy Jared Kushner and Israeli Prime Minister Benjamin Netanyahu has ended, the premier’s spokesperson has told the BBC. Kushner arrived in Israel on Sunday night after holding rare talks with Hamas to discuss the implementation of the US-backed Gaza peace plan.

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Trump's threats put Oman's balancing act under growing pressure - analysis

This is the second time that Trump has threatened Oman. It has not appeared fazed by these threats. It knows that it has to navigate a changed regional and international landscape.

  • US President Trump threatens to bomb Oman if it interferes with US policy on Strait of Hormuz.
  • Oman maintains neutrality despite threats, balancing US and UK security ties.
  • Iran seeks to control Strait of Hormuz, potentially disrupting global trade and security.

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Kurds in Iraq can have key to widespread peace in Middle East, with Barzani as mediator - analysis

Nechirvan Barzani’s ties with Washington, Tehran and regional Kurdish actors have positioned Iraqi Kurdistan as a key diplomatic bridge.

  • President Nechirvan Barzani fosters communication between US, Iran, and other Middle East powers.
  • Barzani mediates US-Iran deal negotiations to end war in the region.
  • Barzani resolves disputes between Syrian Democratic Forces and Kurdistan Regional Government.

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Why I resigned as Edo Assembly Speaker – Agbebaku

The immediate past Speaker of the Edo State House of Assembly, Blessing Agbebaku, has attributed his resignation from the position to personal reasons. His successor, Yekini Idiaye, said Agbebaku was removed over poor leadership and corruption.

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