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At These Gaza Schools, ‘Peace Building’ Is Part of the Curriculum
ByDavid M. Halbfinger, Bilal Shbair and Saher Alghorra February 18, 2026February 18, 2026

A fast-growing network of private schools, the brainchild of a North Carolina neurosurgeon, is teaching 9,000 war orphans and other needy Palestinian youngsters.

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Hamas Would Keep Some Weapons Initially in Draft Gaza Plan
ByAdam Rasgon, Natan Odenheimer and Abu Bakr Bashir February 10, 2026

Israel is unlikely to withdraw its troops from the enclave before Hamas and other militant groups lay down their arms.

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U.S. and Iran to Hold Talks in Oman on Friday
ByFarnaz Fassihi February 5, 2026February 5, 2026

The White House confirmed a meeting would take place after days of conflicting reports on the talks’ timing, location and format.

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Iran’s President Backs ‘Fair’ Talks With U.S. as Confrontation Looms
BySanam Mahoozi February 3, 2026February 3, 2026

President Masoud Pezeshkian said on Tuesday that he supported “equitable negotiations.” Talks are expected on Friday, as diplomats work to defuse the crisis.

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Netanyahu Vows to Cut Israel’s Reliance on U.S. Military Aid
ByIsabel Kershner January 29, 2026

Prime Minister Benjamin Netanyahu blamed some soldiers’ deaths in the Gaza war on a lack of ammunition caused by a pause in American weapon deliveries during President Biden’s term.

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For Syria’s Government, Kurdish Deal Is a Big Win
ByChristina Goldbaum January 20, 2026

As the government moves to assert control over areas under Kurdish rule, it will be the latest test of President Ahmed al-Sharaa’s pledge to form an inclusive administration that empowers minorities.

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For Syria’s Government, Kurdish Deal Is a Big Win on Shaky Ground
ByChristina Goldbaum January 20, 2026January 20, 2026

The government’s move to assert control over areas under Kurdish rule is a major test for President Ahmed al-Sharaa as fresh clashes erupted.

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World Leaders Consider Joining Trump’s ‘Board of Peace’ for Gaza
ByAaron Boxerman January 17, 2026January 17, 2026

The clash came as world leaders were deciding whether to join President Trump’s “Board of Peace” for Gaza.

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Many Fiery Remarks, Little Clarity on What’s Next at Security Council Meeting on Iran
ByFarnaz Fassihi January 16, 2026January 16, 2026

Iran’s representative denied the country had killed protesters, as the U.S. ambassador said President Trump had made clear “all options are on the table” to stop the killing.

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U.S. to Name Palestinian Committee to Run Gaza
ByAdam Rasgon and Aaron Boxerman January 13, 2026January 14, 2026

Officials said the body’s leadership could be announced as soon as Wednesday, but U.S. efforts to shape postwar Gaza by disarming Hamas have faced hurdles.

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