Veteran dissident who refused exile released

Mikola Statkevich, who spent more than five years in prison in his native Belarus, is now recovering from a stroke at home, his wife says.

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Trump's Board of Peace members pledge $7bn in Gaza relief

Trump said it "looks like" Hamas will disarm, even though there are signs the group is regrouping.

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Hamas is reasserting control in Gaza despite its heavy losses fighting Israel

Gazans say Hamas is again extending its control over security, tax revenue and government services.

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US build-up of warships and fighter jets tracked near Iran

A second US aircraft carrier appears to be heading towards the Middle East, as Washington puts pressure on Iran.

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