Israel stops aid entries into Gaza
Prime Minister Netanyahu’s office said the move was in response to “Hamas’ refusal” of an outline presented by US Middle East envoy Witkoff for resuming talks. Earlier, Israel had said it agreed to a ceasefire extension
Kurdish PKK says will heed Ocalan’s ceasefire call
The separatist Kurdistan Workers’ Party said it is ready to lay down its arms after a call from its jailed leader to do so. President Erdogan has threatened renewed military operations if the promises aren’t kept.
US to deploy 3,000 more troops to southern border
The US Northern Command said it was deploying more troops to the US border with Mexico to curb illegal immigration and the flow of drugs. President Trump has cracked down on immigration since assuming office in January.
SPD eye victory in Hamburg state election
A week after a poor showing in Germany’s federal elections, the Social Democrats aim to bounce back in a traditional northern party stronghold.
US carrier docks in South Korea after North’s missile tests
The USS Carl Vinson has entered the port of Busan, South Korea, in a show of force expected to enrage Pyongyang. The move comes just days after North Korea tested strategic cruise missiles.