Gaza Strip
Donald Trump announced the attraction of over $5 billion from the founding countries of the Peace Council for humanitarian needs and infrastructure restoration in Gaza. The funds will be finalized on February 19 in Washington.
Doctors Without Borders (MSF) has partially suspended its activities at Nasser Hospital in the Gaza Strip due to the presence of masked armed men. This decision was made following an increase in incidents involving armed individuals and intimidation of staff.
US President Donald Trump and Israeli Prime Minister Benjamin Netanyahu met at the White House. They discussed developments with Iran and the war in Gaza, but no final agreements were reached.
Israeli aircraft struck the Gaza Strip, killing 24 Palestinians, including two infants. This was in response to an attack by Hamas militants that wounded an Israeli soldier.
The Israel Defense Forces struck Bilal Abu Assi, a Hamas 'Nukhba' platoon commander who participated in the October 2023 attack on Israel. He is allegedly involved in the attack on Kibbutz Nir Oz and the taking of hostages.
The UN Security Council will hold a special meeting on February 24, 2026, to mark the fourth anniversary of Russia's full-scale invasion of Ukraine. Great Britain will increase pressure on Russia and accelerate support for Ukraine.
Palestinians have begun crossing the Rafah checkpoint after its reopening. The crossing will be supervised by the EU and local Palestinian staff, while Israel will conduct remote security checks.
Palestinians in Gaza are awaiting the reopening of the Rafah border crossing with Egypt, a vital link to the outside world. Israel says the crossing should reopen on Monday, but with restrictions.
Israel carried out its most powerful airstrikes on Gaza in weeks, killing 26 people. The attacks were a response to a ceasefire violation.
The Israel Defense Forces confirmed the return of the body of 24-year-old police officer Ran Gvili, who had been held in Gaza since October 2023. This event marks the completion of the first phase of the peace plan, developed with US mediation.
The European Union is stepping up its support for peace and humanitarian initiatives in crisis regions. In particular, the EU is preparing to resume missions in Gaza and is imposing sanctions against parties to the conflict in Sudan.
The US presented a strategy for the demilitarization of Gaza to the UN Security Council, which includes buying back weapons from militants. The plan aims to remove Hamas from power and destroy its military infrastructure under international supervision.
Israeli Prime Minister Benjamin Netanyahu stated that Israel will not permit the reconstruction of the Gaza Strip until Hamas is fully disarmed and will maintain security control over the region. These statements were made amidst the return of the body of the deceased hostage Ran Gvili.
Israel is preparing the territory for the construction of a large camp in Rafah, equipped with facial recognition technology. The facility will serve as a checkpoint and temporary accommodation for Palestinians before their possible departure to Egypt.
The Israel Defense Forces have identified the remains of First Sergeant Ran Gvili, the last hostage from the Gaza Strip. His body was abducted by militants after his death on October 7, 2023.
Israeli Prime Minister Benjamin Netanyahu denied the White House permission for President Isaac Herzog to attend the launch ceremony of the Peace Council in Davos. Netanyahu did not attend the World Economic Forum due to an arrest warrant.
The EU's foreign policy service has expressed concern about US President Donald Trump's "broad powers" in the Peace Council. The Peace Council's statute "raises concerns about the EU's constitutional principles."
The Pentagon plans to reduce its role in deterring North Korea, transferring primary responsibility to South Korea. This could lead to a reduction in American troops on the Korean Peninsula.
Ali Shaath, head of the National Committee for the Management of the Gaza Strip, announced that the Rafah crossing will open next week in both directions. This means that Gaza is no longer closed to the future and peace.
Donald Trump and world leaders signed the Peace Council Charter in Davos. The Council's goal is to end the conflict in Gaza and force Hamas to disarm.
Three Palestinian photojournalists were killed in an Israeli strike in the central Gaza Strip. Their car was hit while they were on a humanitarian mission.
Saudi Arabia, Turkey, Egypt, Jordan, Indonesia, Pakistan, and Qatar have joined Trump's "Peace Council. " Israel has also confirmed its participation, while Russia is considering the invitation.
European opposition to Trump's attempts to acquire Greenland and his "Peace Council" initiative has derailed plans for economic support for Ukraine. The planned $800 billion package has been postponed due to disagreements between European capitals and Washington.
A dispute over Greenland has pushed back plans for an understanding between the US, Ukraine, and European states in Davos. Plans to sign a document on Ukraine have been canceled, although meetings between Trump and Zelenskyy and European leaders are still likely.
A year has passed since the inauguration of Donald Trump, marked by a decrease in illegal immigration and the failure of his promise regarding the war in Ukraine. There were also conflicts with Elon Musk, the 'Epstein files' scandal, and tensions with European allies over Greenland.
Putin's spokesman Dmitry Peskov stated that the Kremlin leader Vladimir Putin received an invitation to join Donald Trump's 'Peace Council' on Gaza. The Russian authorities are studying this proposal.
Ali Shaath, head of the Palestinian National Committee for Gaza Governance, officially assumed his duties by signing the NCAG Mission Statement. The committee's activities are based on a UN resolution and Donald Trump's peace plan.
The Trump administration is developing a 'Peace Council' project as an alternative to the UN. Countries can obtain permanent membership for a one-time payment of $1 billion.
Israeli Prime Minister Netanyahu has protested against the composition of the executive council for governing the Gaza Strip, which was unveiled by the White House. Israel did not approve this composition, which contradicts its official policy.
The Trump administration has appointed members of the executive board of the "Peace Council" for Gaza, which will ensure the region's transition from ceasefire to reconstruction and demilitarization. Its members include Marco Rubio, Jared Kushner, Steve Witkoff, Ajay Banga, and Tony Blair.