Christmas Returns to Bethlehem After Gaza Ceasefire
After a ceasefire in the Israel-Hamas war, the festive spirit has cautiously returned to Bethlehem for Christmas 2025. See how the historic city is marking the season.
After a ceasefire in the Israel-Hamas war, the festive spirit has cautiously returned to Bethlehem for Christmas 2025. See how the historic city is marking the season.
A Gaza hospital reports at least five Palestinians killed by Israeli military fire on December 19, 2025. Details on the ongoing conflict and regional impact.
A new report details Hamas's surveillance and influence over NGOs operating in Gaza, including organizations receiving Canadian government funding. Learn about the findings and the response.
A 29-day-old infant has died from the cold in Gaza, a doctor reports, highlighting the dire humanitarian crisis and escalating risks for vulnerable newborns amid the ongoing conflict.
The Latin Patriarch of Jerusalem visited a Catholic parish in Gaza, meeting children in a symbolic gesture of hope during the ongoing Israel-Hamas conflict. Read the full story.
While a full-scale famine in Gaza has been prevented, Palestinians still face severe starvation, experts warn. Read the latest analysis on the ongoing humanitarian crisis.
An Israeli mortar attack struck a residential area in Gaza on December 17, 2025, injuring at least ten people. The incident adds to the ongoing humanitarian crisis in the region.
At least 12 people have died in Gaza after days of torrential rain, causing severe flooding and building collapses. Families now search through rubble for belongings as recovery efforts begin.
Israeli PM Netanyahu announces the next phase of the Gaza ceasefire could begin soon, pending the return of a hostage's remains. Details on disarmament, international forces, and Germany's role.
Israeli PM Netanyahu announces imminent move to next Gaza ceasefire phase, requiring Hamas disarmament. He will meet with Trump to discuss peace opportunities and timeline.
A senior Hamas political official says the group is prepared to discuss halting its weapons arsenal. This development could signal a potential shift in the ongoing Israel-Hamas conflict. Read the latest details.
Israeli PM Benjamin Netanyahu states the next stage of the truce with Hamas is approaching. Get the latest details on the developing situation in the Middle East.
Israeli PM Benjamin Netanyahu will meet with former U.S. President Donald Trump later this month to discuss the second phase of Israel's Gaza strategy. Get the latest details.
Israeli Prime Minister Benjamin Netanyahu announces plans to meet former U.S. President Donald Trump and states the second phase of the Gaza strategy is imminent. Get the latest details.
Christmas celebrations have resumed in Bethlehem for the first time since the Israel-Hamas war began. The tree-lighting in Manger Square marks a symbolic moment of hope.
Qatar's leader issues a stark warning as Gaza ceasefire talks reach a pivotal stage. The announcement comes amid continued devastation in the region. Read the latest developments.
Officials confirm an international body to govern Gaza will be announced by December 2025. Get the latest details on this pivotal development in the Israel-Hamas conflict.
The federal government has started informing public servants about potential job reductions. Get the latest details on this developing story affecting Ottawa's workforce.
A senior Israeli-backed Palestinian militia commander was killed while attempting to mediate a family conflict. The incident highlights the volatile security situation in the region.
The remains of a Thai hostage were identified in Gaza, leaving only one captive held by Hamas. The development follows a handover of remains to Israeli authorities.
Israeli authorities confirm the identity of a Thai agricultural worker's remains, recovered from Gaza. This leaves just one known hostage still held by Hamas militants. Get the latest details.
Israel announces it will start permitting Palestinians to exit the Gaza Strip through the reopened Rafah border crossing. This development follows a ceasefire agreement.
Dozens of Palestinian couples married in a mass ceremony in Gaza's Khan Younis, symbolizing resilience and a commitment to life after prolonged conflict and tragedy. Read the full story.
Israel confirms receipt of findings from Palestinian militants regarding hostages in Gaza. Get the latest details on this critical development in the ongoing conflict.
Israeli military actions in Gaza and the West Bank on December 2, 2025, resulted in four Palestinian fatalities. The report details the incidents amid ongoing regional tensions.
Egypt is training hundreds of Palestinians in police operations, a key step for post-conflict security in Gaza. Learn about the international effort and its implications.
Protesters in Tel Aviv block roads demanding immediate return of final two hostage bodies held in Gaza. Latest developments in Israel-Hamas conflict.
Two Palestinian children killed by Israeli fire during fragile Gaza ceasefire. Latest developments in Israel-Hamas conflict with international implications.
Residents in Gaza undertake the painstaking process of restoring torn and damaged currency amid ongoing recovery efforts. Learn how communities are rebuilding their financial resources.
Hamas agrees to return an Israeli hostage's body as part of delicate ceasefire negotiations. The development comes amid ongoing tensions in the region.