Sunday, Jan 26

Hamas releases four Israeli soldiers as part of a ceasefire deal while tensions rise over a hostage dispute affecting Palestinian returns to northern Gaza.

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.

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

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

Tuesday, Jan 21

Nearly 90 Palestinian prisoners were released in a historic exchange during a Gaza ceasefire deal, reuniting families amidst mixed emotions over their detention.

Monday, Jan 20

Palestinian communities celebrate as 90 prisoners, including women and children, are released from Israeli prisons in a highly emotional exchange amidst the ongoing conflict.

Monday, Jan 20

Israel released 90 Palestinian detainees following the return of three Israeli hostages amid a new ceasefire between Gaza and Israel.

Saturday, Jan 18

Russian court sentences three lawyers representing Alexei Navalny to years in prison in a significant escalation of the Kremlin's crackdown on dissent.

Saturday, Jan 18

Three lawyers of late Russian leader Alexei Navalny sentenced for alleged ‘extremist ties,’ marking a severe crackdown on dissent in Russia.