As mediators blitz through attempt to bring about an agreement for the release of additional hostages, the question remains: If this fails, what comes next?

The Houthi movement later announced that it targeted the "USS Harry S. Truman aircraft" carrier in the Red Sea for the third time without providing proof.

Talks in Baghdad focus on energy ties, oil exports, and water concerns.

The White House confirmed it was consulted by Israel prior to the strikes.

Global donors pledge billions to help Syria rebuild after years of war.

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Further, the military will also not target areas where there is potential doubt about hostages being nearby.

Israel's security forces have identified a sharp increase in Hamas's efforts to carry out attacks against the IDF in Gaza.