The Media Line
Syria arrests Assad relative tied to $2 billion Captagon empire
Authorities say Namir Badi’ Assad was seized in Al-Qardaha with alleged partners as part of a wider post-regime crackdown on drug and arms networks.
‘The war is over,’ says the opposition; ‘The peace has begun,’ answers the coalition
Trump's grip: Handshakes, power plays, and the remaking of the Middle East - opinion
Violent anti-Israel protests undermine Pakistan's diplomatic success
Pakistan, Indonesia, and Azerbaijan weigh joining Gaza stabilization force
So far, Indonesia is the only country to publicly offer troops, saying it could deploy 20,000 soldiers under a United Nations mandated peacekeeping mission, something not outlined in Trump’s plan.
Israeli legal group faults US campuses, demands action on Gaza killings
Shurat HaDin accused Hamas of executing Gaza residents without trial and condemned US universities and activist groups for staying silent.
‘No one else could have handled this war like Netanyahu’: Why Likud keeps leading the polls
Despite the widespread anger over the failures of October 7, Netanyahu remains Israel's leading candidate.
The biggest smile returned’: Family of released hostage Alon Ohel thanks supporters
Public statement by the family of Alon Ohel calling for national unity, describing his medical condition, and thanking those who helped secure his freedom.
A final act of cruelty: Israeli families still wait to bury loved ones held by Hamas
Two years after Oct. 7, families say Hamas is still holding bodies hostage, leaving families waiting to bury loved ones.
‘Only pressure works’: Released hostages’ families credit firm policy for breakthrough
Families of freed hostages call for continued pressure on Hamas and full enforcement of the ceasefire deal, praising Israeli, US, and international efforts while warning against concessions.
Egypt seeks 10,000-person Palestinian force in Gaza as talks on Trump plan enter second phase
Egypt proposed an initial deployment of 1,000 security personnel trained in Jordan or Egypt, aiming to gradually expand the effort to enforce post-ceasefire security.
TAU to award Steve Witkoff medal for role in hostage release, ceasefire deal
The US special envoy will receive the George S. Wise Medal for his courage and compassion in the service of peace and the people of Israel.
Senior Syrian official denies return of Eli Cohen’s remains imminent, negotiations in progress
A senior Syrian official refutes claims that Israeli spy Eli Cohen’s remains will be returned to Israel, but confirms ongoing talks with Israel regarding the matter.
'God works in midst of our pain': Bishop Stearns reflects on peace and hope amid historic ceasefire
Bishop Robert Stearns, founder of Eagles’ Wings Ministries, speaks about the nascent peace agreement, faith among the young Christian generation, and his outreach to Muslim communities.
Ruby Chen says hostage families feel let down, want concrete tools to bring hostages home
We need leadership, not silence, declared Chen, who accused Israeli leaders of avoiding grieving families and calls on both Washington and Jerusalem to show moral courage and transparency.
