Sunday, Jan 26

Marco Rubio threatens major bounties for Taliban leaders amid reports of more American hostages in Afghanistan than previously disclosed.

Sunday, Jan 26

The UN halts travel into Houthi areas after staff detentions, coinciding with the release of 153 war detainees, raising tensions amid Yemen's ongoing crisis.

Saturday, Jan 25

The UN halts movement in Houthi-held Yemen after staff detentions, while the Houthis release 153 prisoners of war amid ongoing humanitarian challenges.

Saturday, Jan 25

Hamas has released four Israeli female soldiers in exchange for 200 Palestinian prisoners as part of a fragile ceasefire amid ongoing tensions in Gaza.

Thursday, Jan 23

In a significant prisoner swap, two Americans held by the Taliban were released in exchange for Khan Mohammed, a Taliban figure imprisoned in the US.

Thursday, Jan 23

Two Americans, Ryan Corbett and William McKenty, were freed in a prisoner exchange with the Taliban for Khan Mohammad, a lifetime prisoner in the US.

Wednesday, Jan 22

In a significant prisoner exchange, the Taliban released two American detainees, Ryan Corbett and William McKenty, in return for a Taliban figure imprisoned in the U.S.

Tuesday, Jan 21

Hamas plans to release four female Israeli hostages as part of a ceasefire deal, raising hopes for an end to the Gaza conflict.

Tuesday, Jan 21

Taliban announces a prisoner exchange deal with the US, releasing Afghan detainee Khan Mohammad in a move seen as fostering dialogue.

Tuesday, Jan 21

President Trump issues nearly 1,500 pardons and commutes sentences for January 6 rioters, highlighting his controversial stance on the Capitol attack.