Peace process

Turkey accuses Netanyahu of undermining Gaza peace efforts

Turkey accused Prime Minister Benjamin Netanyahu of sabotaging mediation efforts and pursuing policies that undermine regional stability after Israel's latest strikes in Gaza.

Turkish President Tayyip Erdogan delivers a speech during the opening ceremony of male and female dormitories at Bogazici University, in Istanbul, Turkey, February 13, 2026.
Current leader of Hamas, Khalil al-Hayya (R), holds a press conference in Damscus, Syria.

Turkey reaffirms backing for Hamas as foreign minister meets with Khalil al-Hayya - report

Palestinian and Israeli flags overlook Dome of Rock and Western Wall

Beyond trust: Designing a verified peace process for Israelis and Palestinians - opinion

 A Pakistani Ranger stands guard during the 'Beating Retreat' ceremony at the border gates of Pakistan and India at the Wagah border post near Lahore on May 4, 2025.

Over 100 Indian and Pakistani figures urge Modi and Sharif to restart stalled diplomatic talks


'You're hurting the Palestinian cause': Gazan peace activist condemns campus protests

Despite acting under the guise of peace activism, campus protestors are not helping Gazans. There is no place for their violence and antisemitism, says Palestinian peace activist Howidy.

A PEACE activist holds up a sign near Gaza.

An open letter to the Columbia protesters from a peace activist in Israel

This is a battle between those who support violence and an all-or-nothing approach to this conflict, and those who want to find a way for us to all win out by sharing this land.

Thousands of Jews and Arabs march in Tel Aviv for peace and coexistence, Saturday, May 22, 2021.

Dissolving Hamas' military, forming sovereign Palestinian state would bring ‘change’ - expert

Hamas proposes a five-year cease-fire and political transition if a Palestinian state is established. The move signals a shift from armed combat, including dissolving its military wing.

 Hamas politburo member Khalil al-Hayya attends a news conference in Damascus, Syria October 19, 2022.

The Temple Mount could be a home for all peoples - opinion

Aggression has only exacerbated the problem for all parties.

 The Dome of the Rock and the Temple Mount in Jerusalem's Old City as viewed from the Mount of Olives. This place should be for all who are interested in free and safe access and peaceful worship together, the writer maintains.

Bar-Ilan program creates unique encounters between Jewish and Arab high school students in Israel

The high school program was first aimed at bringing together schools from the secular and religious sectors of Jewish society, but since last year it also brings together Jewish and Arab students.

Joint session at the Menomadim Center for Jewish and Democratic Law, Bar-Ilan University

Who’s afraid of a Palestinian State? - opinion

Israelis are incensed by calls for a Palestinian state in the wake of the Oct. 7 massacre, but they shouldn't be, because it isn't going to happen.

 A boy holds a Palestinian flag during a demonstration to express support for the people of Palestine, in Cape Town, South Africa, October 9, 2023.

'The day after Hamas': Netanyahu reveals his plans for a post-Hamas Gaza Strip

Document calls for local Palestinian governance in the enclave and IDF security control there and over all the territory west of the Jordan River.

 Prime Minister Benjamin Netanyahu attends a Conference of Presidents of Major American Jewish Organizations in Jerusalem, on February 18, 2024

Reflecting on Israel-Egypt relations - opinion

This strategic dialogue with Egypt must be institutionalized, with very senior representation on behalf of the Israeli government, accompanied with experts on Arab culture and language.

 EGYPT’S PRESIDENT Abdel Fattah al-Sisi meets with US Secretary of State Antony Blinken in Cairo, last month.

French minister heads to Mideast with post-war Gaza plans in mind

European Union member states are divided on the Israeli-Palestinian conflict and their response has mostly been to try to ease the humanitarian situation in the enclave.

 Member of the EU Parliament French Stephane Sejourne, Renew Europe Group, delivers a speech for the start of France's presidency of the Council of the European Union, during a plenary session at the European Parliament in Strasbourg, France, January 19, 2022.

Northern Ireland to elect Irish nationalist First Minister in historic shift

Michelle O'Neill's imminent appointment, like the 2022 election, has triggered talk of the ultimate dream of Irish nationalism: the end of British rule in Northern Ireland and a united Ireland.

 Michelle O'Neill arrives to cast her vote at a polling station during local elections in Coalisland, Northern Ireland, May 18, 2023.