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Why Was the President of FIFA at the Gaza Summit?
ByTariq Panja October 14, 2025October 14, 2025

Gianni Infantino, the head of soccer’s global governing body, frequently appears alongside President Trump at events outside the realm of sports.

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As Gaza Deal Nears, Palestinians and Israelis Cheer — and Worry
ByAdam Rasgon, Bilal Shbair and Michael Levenson October 9, 2025October 10, 2025

With the agreement still not finalized, people in Gaza and Israel celebrated a possible end to two years of war, but hoped they were not doing so prematurely.

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Netanyahu’s Political Fortunes May Be Transformed by Gaza Deal
ByDavid M. Halbfinger October 9, 2025October 10, 2025

The Israeli prime minister appeared backed into a corner in Gaza diplomacy. But this deal could greatly increase his room for maneuver, analysts said.

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Hamas Takes a Big Risk in Deal With Israel to Release Hostages
ByAdam Rasgon October 9, 2025

The Palestinian militant group is giving up much of the leverage it has with Israel, with no guarantee some of its main demands will be met.

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Hamas Takes a Big Risk in Deal With Israel to Release Hostages
ByAdam Rasgon October 9, 2025October 9, 2025

The Palestinian militant group is giving up much of the leverage it has with Israel, with no guarantee some of its main demands will be met.

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World Leaders Express Hope and Relief After Gaza Deal
ByMark Walker October 9, 2025

Leaders welcomed the agreement between Israel and Hamas, projecting optimism that an end to the war could be near.

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World Leaders Express Hope and Relief After Gaza Deal
ByMark Walker October 9, 2025October 9, 2025

Leaders welcomed the agreement between Israel and Hamas, projecting optimism that an end to the war could be near.

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Deadly Clashes Erupt Between Syrian Government Forces and Kurdish Fighters
ByCarlotta Gall October 7, 2025

Tensions have been building over government attempts to bring the Kurdish-led region in northeastern Syria under its authority. Kurdish leaders have so far resisted.

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Syria Chooses a Parliament of Revolutionaries
ByCarlotta Gall October 6, 2025

In the first elections since the Assad regime was ousted, there was no popular vote and women and minorities won few seats. Still, many Syrians saw it as progress toward ending authoritarian rule.

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Syria Chooses a Parliament of Revolutionaries
ByCarlotta Gall October 6, 2025

In the first elections since the Assad regime was ousted, there was no popular vote and women and minorities won few seats. Still, many Syrians saw it as progress toward ending authoritarian rule.

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