The two sides held preliminary negotiations on Saturday, and an Iranian official said they would resume next week.

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The two sides have started talks to prevent conflicts between their troops in Syria, amid a growing rivalry for influence in the region.

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A letter signed by reservists and retired officers accused the government of endangering hostages held by Hamas, highlighting a growing divide over the handling of the war.

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America’s religious right embraces far-right Israeli policies, leading to the repression of Palestinian Christians.

The president and the Israeli prime minister are following the same track toward autocratic government and an abandonment of ideals.

Israel’s ‘Gazafication’ of the West Bank displaces 40,000 residents of refugee camps.

Protests against Hamas are encouraging, but prolonged and unnecessary killing still seems likely.

Nearly 60 days in, the president is failing to engage in long-term thinking.