Israel-Hamas ceasefire negotiations set to begin in Cairo
Representatives from Israel and Hamas are in Egypt on Monday for indirect talks on a possible cease-fire in Gaza. CBS News New York's Christina Fan has the latest.
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Representatives from Israel and Hamas are in Egypt on Monday for indirect talks on a possible cease-fire in Gaza. CBS News New York's Christina Fan has the latest.
As negotiations continue over the end of the war in the Middle East, New Yorkers were making their voices heard Sunday.
New Yorkers marched in Central Park on Sunday, calling for the release of Israeli hostages and hoping it was the last weekend they'd have to hold a rally. CBS News New York's Lisa Rozner reports.
They gathered on Sunday in Central Park to commemorate nearly two years since Hamas attacked Israel on Oct. 7. CBS News New York's Allen Devlin reports.
The plan called for Hamas to return all Israeli hostages and for the Israeli military to begin withdrawing from parts of the Gaza Strip in phases.
President Trump said Friday that he is issuing a Sunday evening deadline for Hamas to agree to a U.S. peace proposal, backed by the Israeli government, to end the war in Gaza.
Israel says Gaza flotilla activists, including Greta Thunberg, are safe and being transferred to Israel after their boats were intercepted at sea.
The White House released a 20-point plan for peace Monday during a meeting with Israeli Prime Minister Benjamin Netanyahu. CBS News New York's Dick Brennan reports.
CBS News New York's Alice Gainer has more on the president's speech on Tuesday.
High-level debate begins Tuesday, which is also when President Trump is expected to speak. Gridlock alert days are in effect all week because of traffic and road closures. CBS News New York's Jenna DeAngelis reports.
Gridlock alert days are in effect, with heavy traffic and road closures expected in Midtown. CBS News New York's Jenna DeAngelis has what you need to know.
It comes comes as the United Nations accuses Israel of committing genocide. The Hamas-controlled Ministry of Health reports nearly 65,000 people have been killed in Gaza since the Oct. 7, 2023 attacks. CBS News New York's Lisa Rozner reports.
The latest development comes as a United Nations panel levels new allegations of genocide claims, which Israel strongly denies.
The president says he's unhappy with the way the attack on Hamas leaders occurred, while also calling it an "unfortunate incident that could serve as an opportunity for peace."
U.S. ally Qatar condemns Israel for strikes targeting Hamas leaders in its capital city Doha, calling them "a blatant violation of all international laws and norms."
The White House said it was warned before the attack, and described it as "very unfortunate." CBS News New York's Lisa Rozner reports.
At this point, it's not clear if the U.S. was aware of the attack. CBS News New York's Lisa Rozner has the latest.
At least a dozen people were also wounded in the attack when two Palestinian gunmen opened fire on a bus stop, according to Israeli police. CBS News New York's Jessica Moore reports.
Israel's military says the "initial stages" of a controversial offensive to seize control of Gaza's biggest city have begun.
Health officials in Gaza say an Israeli strike on Nasser Hospital has killed at least 20 people, including 5 journalists.
The IPC, a global body that monitors hunger crises, says 22 months of war in Gaza have left half a million people facing "starvation, destitution and death." Israel calls it "lies."
Palestinian-Americans here at home remain desperate to help their families. CBS News New York's Lisa Rozner reports.
Israel has allowed more aid to flow into Gaza, under intense pressure over Palestinians starving to death, but the U.N. says much more is still needed.
Israel says it instituted the tactical pauses to allow more aid, following global criticism over the severe hunger faced by Palestinians. CBS News New York's Christina Fan reports.
Israel has faced criticism as images of emaciated children and starving families in the war-torn region have shocked many around the world. CBS News New York's Jenna DeAngelis has the story.
