By Griffin Mbaye, 16 Jan, 2025 / World News

Netanyahu's Diplomatic Gamble: The Gaza Ceasefire Deal and Trump's Influence

Israeli Prime Minister Benjamin Netanyahu's recent ceasefire agreement with Hamas highlights his complex alliance with former US President Donald Trump. Brokered by Egyptian mediators, the deal calls for the release of hostages and aims to quell violence in Gaza. While it suggests a new strategic direction for Netanyahu, it risks creating divisions within his Likud party. Critics deride it for failing to address the deeper conflicts, while the international community remains wary.

By Griffin Mbaye, 6 Oct, 2024 / International Politics

Netanyahu's Strong Rebuttal to Macron's Call for Israeli Arms Embargo

Israeli Prime Minister Benjamin Netanyahu's firm rejection of French President Emmanuel Macron's proposal for an arms embargo on Israel highlights increasing tensions with Western nations. As Macron emphasizes the need for a political solution to Gaza's crisis, Netanyahu insists on Israel's right to defend itself, amid severe international criticism of its military actions. This escalating discord raises questions about the future of Israel's international alliances.