Hamas has accepted a draft agreement on a ceasefire in the Gaza Strip and the release of hostages. Qatar said that the parties are at the “closest point” to concluding an agreement, which must be approved by the Israeli cabinet.
Europe will need 10% more LNG in 2024 to make up for the shortfall after transit through Ukraine is halted. The situation may lead to price competition with Asian countries for gas supplies.
An Israeli delegation arrives in Doha for talks with Hamas on the release of hostages and a ceasefire. The main disagreements concern control over the Philadelphia Corridor and the presence of troops in Gaza.
The White House is cooperating with the incoming Trump administration to secure a hostage release deal. Negotiations are ongoing in Doha, and Biden plans to discuss this issue with Netanyahu.
Steve Witkoff is trying to reach an agreement on the release of hostages and a ceasefire before Trump's inauguration on January 20. Negotiations between Israel and Hamas continue in Doha with the mediation of Qatar, Egypt, and the United States.
President of Ukraine had a conversation with Maia Sandu on energy challenges in Moldova. Ukraine is ready to provide assistance with coal to overcome the energy crisis and counter Russian pressure.
The President of Ukraine had a conversation with the Emir of Qatar on the return of deported children and humanitarian aid. Qatar facilitated the return of 53 children and provided them with medical assistance, and they also discussed support for Syria.
Israeli strikes in the Gaza Strip killed at least 28 people. Negotiations between Israel and Hamas on a ceasefire continue, and the humanitarian crisis is deepening.
An Israeli delegation arrives in Qatar to resume indirect talks with Hamas on the release of hostages. Prime Minister Netanyahu provided detailed instructions for the negotiation process.
Russia stops supplying gas through Ukraine after the transit agreement expires on January 1. Europe has found alternative sources, but the loss of Russian gas has affected the EU economy.
Ukraine's Foreign Minister held talks with the Syrian leadership in Damascus. The head of the National Security and Defense Council's Center for Countering Disinformation explained the importance for Ukraine of building new relations with Syria, pointing out that everyone would benefit from a weakened Russia in the Middle East and Africa.
The European Union is using gas reserves at a record pace due to cold weather and reduced imports. Storage utilization has fallen by 19% since September, reaching 75% in December.
Negotiations between Israel and Hamas on a ceasefire are 90% complete. The main obstacle remains the issue of Israel's military presence in the Philadelphia Corridor.
FIFA has no plans to sell alcohol at stadiums during the 2034 World Cup in Saudi Arabia due to local laws. This decision was made taking into account the experience of the 2022 World Cup in Qatar and the conservative policy of the host country.
Israeli Prime Minister Netanyahu has a phone conversation with Donald Trump about the release of hostages in Gaza and the events in Syria. Trump threatens “hell” in the Middle East if the hostages are not released before his inauguration.
Israel is investing 40 million shekels to increase the population in the occupied Golan Heights due to threats from Syria. The plan was announced after the ouster of Bashar al-Assad and the coming to power of a new leader, Ahmad al-Sharaa.
Presidential Advisor Daria Gerasymchuk held meetings with the Irish government on the return of deported children. The delegation presented the film “Stolen Childhood” and held a panel discussion on the reintegration of returned children.
As part of The Bring Kids Back UA initiative, five Ukrainian children and their families returned to Ukraine. On average, three adults and two children aged 11 and 14 who were persecuted for their pro-Ukrainian position.
Arab countries, Iran, Turkey and russia have called for a peaceful settlement of the conflict in Syria. The foreign ministers stressed the need for a diplomatic solution to the crisis to ensure regional security.
Kremlin spokesman Dmitry Peskov said that there are no grounds for negotiations with Ukraine. Despite this, a number of countries, including Qatar, are ready to provide a platform for possible negotiations.
8 children aged from 6 to 16 years were returned from the temporarily occupied territories of Ukraine. Seven children returned with the help of Qatar, one - through the humanitarian corridor.
Ukraine's Foreign Minister Andriy Sybiga takes part in the G7 meeting in Italy on November 25-26. Negotiations with representatives of the US, EU and other countries are scheduled to discuss support for Ukraine amid Russian aggression.
US intelligence has released a report on the elimination of Putin's political opponents abroad. The document reveals the details of the murders of Yandarbiev, Litvinenko, Perepelychny and others.
Qatar suspends mediation in the war in the Gaza Strip until the parties to the conflict show “seriousness. ” Hamas' political office in Doha is being closed.
At the request of the United States, Qatar ordered Hamas representatives to leave the country and close its diplomatic office in Doha. The decision was made after the execution of hostages and the rejection of ceasefire proposals.
The United States calls on Qatar to expel Hamas leadership because of their refusal to stop fighting. Negotiations involving mediators from Qatar, the United States, and Egypt have failed because of Hamas' position.
The head of the OP said that the partners do not demand that Ukraine strike at russian facilities. He also denied information about direct talks with Russia on energy infrastructure.
The head of the OP denied the FT's information about Ukraine's negotiations with Russia on energy infrastructure. He explained that only individual agreements through intermediary countries are possible, as was the case with the grain deal.
The President of Ukraine said that the most difficult thing is to return children who were taken from the occupied territories from Russian captivity. At an international conference in Canada, more than 70 countries discussed the return of deported Ukrainians.
Russia does not allow international observers to visit thousands of Ukrainian prisoners of war and civilian hostages. At a ministerial conference in Canada, one of the countries declared its readiness to help Ukrainians in Russia.
