Netanyahu Delays Gaza Ceasefire Amidst Last-Minute Disagreements
Netanyahu delayed a Gaza ceasefire agreement due to last-minute disagreements with Hamas, causing over 70 deaths from recent Israeli attacks; international leaders reacted with a mix of hope and concern, while expert Yoel Schvartz criticized the EU's role.
Netanyahu Delays Gaza Ceasefire Amidst Last-Minute Disagreements
Netanyahu delayed a Gaza ceasefire agreement due to last-minute disagreements with Hamas, causing over 70 deaths from recent Israeli attacks; international leaders reacted with a mix of hope and concern, while expert Yoel Schvartz criticized the EU's role.
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36% Bias Score
UN Condemns Houthi Attacks in Red Sea, Demands End to Hostilities
The UN Security Council passed a resolution, largely drafted by Greece and the US, condemning Houthi attacks on Red Sea shipping, impacting global trade and calling for an end to hostilities, with 12 votes for, 3 abstentions (China, Russia, Algeria), and emphasizing the need for regional cooperation...
UN Condemns Houthi Attacks in Red Sea, Demands End to Hostilities
The UN Security Council passed a resolution, largely drafted by Greece and the US, condemning Houthi attacks on Red Sea shipping, impacting global trade and calling for an end to hostilities, with 12 votes for, 3 abstentions (China, Russia, Algeria), and emphasizing the need for regional cooperation...
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40% Bias Score
Syria: Clashes Near Tishrin Dam Escalate Amid Shifting Political Landscape
Ongoing clashes between the Syrian National Army (SNA) and the Syrian Democratic Forces (SDF) near the Tishrin Dam in Northeastern Syria, lasting over a month, are escalating amid a shifting political landscape following an attack by Hay'at Tahrir al-Sham (HTS) in Quneitra. A meeting between SDF com...
Syria: Clashes Near Tishrin Dam Escalate Amid Shifting Political Landscape
Ongoing clashes between the Syrian National Army (SNA) and the Syrian Democratic Forces (SDF) near the Tishrin Dam in Northeastern Syria, lasting over a month, are escalating amid a shifting political landscape following an attack by Hay'at Tahrir al-Sham (HTS) in Quneitra. A meeting between SDF com...
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52% Bias Score
Iraq Seeks to Disarm Powerful Armed Factions Amid Regional Uncertainty
Iraqi Foreign Minister Fuad Hussein announced efforts to disarm or integrate powerful armed factions in Iraq that have attacked US forces and Israel, amid regional shifts and a new US administration.
Iraq Seeks to Disarm Powerful Armed Factions Amid Regional Uncertainty
Iraqi Foreign Minister Fuad Hussein announced efforts to disarm or integrate powerful armed factions in Iraq that have attacked US forces and Israel, amid regional shifts and a new US administration.
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44% Bias Score
US Stocks Surge on Positive Economic Data and Bank Earnings
US stock markets surged Wednesday, with the Dow up 703.27 points (1.65%), S&P 500 up 1.83%, and Nasdaq up 2.45%, driven by a cooler-than-expected CPI report and strong bank earnings; Israel and Hamas agreed to a ceasefire, though implementation is delayed; Target raised its fourth-quarter outlook; T...
US Stocks Surge on Positive Economic Data and Bank Earnings
US stock markets surged Wednesday, with the Dow up 703.27 points (1.65%), S&P 500 up 1.83%, and Nasdaq up 2.45%, driven by a cooler-than-expected CPI report and strong bank earnings; Israel and Hamas agreed to a ceasefire, though implementation is delayed; Target raised its fourth-quarter outlook; T...
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32% Bias Score
Israel-Hamas Ceasefire Imminent After 15 Months of Conflict
US and Arab mediators report that Israel and Hamas are close to a ceasefire agreement after more than 15 months of conflict, with a draft agreement confirmed by Egyptian and Hamas officials; the deal still requires Israeli cabinet approval and could face opposition from hardliners.
Israel-Hamas Ceasefire Imminent After 15 Months of Conflict
US and Arab mediators report that Israel and Hamas are close to a ceasefire agreement after more than 15 months of conflict, with a draft agreement confirmed by Egyptian and Hamas officials; the deal still requires Israeli cabinet approval and could face opposition from hardliners.
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36% Bias Score
Biden Delivers Farewell Address Amidst Unfulfilled Promises and Ceasefire Announcement
President Joe Biden will deliver a farewell address at 8 p.m. ET on Wednesday from the Oval Office, following a failed reelection campaign and the announcement of a ceasefire between Israel and Hamas, reflecting on his five decades in politics and his unfulfilled promises.
Biden Delivers Farewell Address Amidst Unfulfilled Promises and Ceasefire Announcement
President Joe Biden will deliver a farewell address at 8 p.m. ET on Wednesday from the Oval Office, following a failed reelection campaign and the announcement of a ceasefire between Israel and Hamas, reflecting on his five decades in politics and his unfulfilled promises.
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40% Bias Score
Iran and Russia Finalize Comprehensive Strategic Partnership Deal
Iran and Russia will sign a comprehensive strategic partnership deal on Friday, focusing on accelerating economic cooperation, as confirmed by Iranian state media and Russian officials; this builds on their decades-long relationship and shared geopolitical goals.
Iran and Russia Finalize Comprehensive Strategic Partnership Deal
Iran and Russia will sign a comprehensive strategic partnership deal on Friday, focusing on accelerating economic cooperation, as confirmed by Iranian state media and Russian officials; this builds on their decades-long relationship and shared geopolitical goals.
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40% Bias Score
EU Pledges €120 Million in Aid Following Israel-Gaza Ceasefire
The EU announced a €120 million aid package for the Israel-Gaza region following a US-brokered ceasefire, adding to existing 2023 aid and aiming to increase its involvement in the region's future, pending Israeli and Palestinian authorities' consent for border assistance.
EU Pledges €120 Million in Aid Following Israel-Gaza Ceasefire
The EU announced a €120 million aid package for the Israel-Gaza region following a US-brokered ceasefire, adding to existing 2023 aid and aiming to increase its involvement in the region's future, pending Israeli and Palestinian authorities' consent for border assistance.
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Israeli Coalition Faces Collapse Over Hamas Hostage Deal
Israel's Religious Zionist Party threatens to leave the coalition government if a prisoner exchange deal with Hamas is approved, demanding a forceful military response beforehand; the party's departure could destabilize the government but would not necessarily block the deal, as opposition leaders h...
Israeli Coalition Faces Collapse Over Hamas Hostage Deal
Israel's Religious Zionist Party threatens to leave the coalition government if a prisoner exchange deal with Hamas is approved, demanding a forceful military response beforehand; the party's departure could destabilize the government but would not necessarily block the deal, as opposition leaders h...
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56% Bias Score
Houthi Red Sea Attack Halt Anticipated
Maritime security officials expect Yemen's Houthis to announce a halt to Red Sea ship attacks following the Gaza ceasefire, after over 100 attacks since November 2023 disrupted global shipping, causing companies to reroute around southern Africa.
Houthi Red Sea Attack Halt Anticipated
Maritime security officials expect Yemen's Houthis to announce a halt to Red Sea ship attacks following the Gaza ceasefire, after over 100 attacks since November 2023 disrupted global shipping, causing companies to reroute around southern Africa.
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40% Bias Score
42-Day Gaza Ceasefire Proposed, But Future Negotiations Crucial
A 42-day ceasefire in Gaza is proposed, with phased releases of Israeli hostages (beginning with 33) and hundreds of Palestinian prisoners in exchange for Israeli troop withdrawals to a buffer zone; however, future negotiations are crucial for a long-term agreement, especially regarding Gaza's gover...
42-Day Gaza Ceasefire Proposed, But Future Negotiations Crucial
A 42-day ceasefire in Gaza is proposed, with phased releases of Israeli hostages (beginning with 33) and hundreds of Palestinian prisoners in exchange for Israeli troop withdrawals to a buffer zone; however, future negotiations are crucial for a long-term agreement, especially regarding Gaza's gover...
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48% Bias Score