Hamas demands more international pressure on Israel for ceasefire progress, citing stalled hostage releases and aid delivery.

The U.S. launched the Pax Silica initiative with allies to secure critical tech supply chains.

Ghana protests Israel's detention and deportation of seven travelers, calling it unjustified and inhumane.

The U.S. considers sanctioning UNRWA over alleged Hamas ties, despite no evidence from multiple investigations.

Indian and Israeli leaders reaffirmed anti-terrorism ties and peace efforts amid rescheduled visit and ceasefire talks.

Taiwan's deputy foreign minister secretly visited Israel to discuss defense and tech ties amid regional tensions.

Lebanon warns of imminent Israeli attack amid rising tensions and ongoing airstrikes.

Eight jailed activists on hunger strike demand end to Palestine Action ban and closure of an Israel-linked firm; two have fasted over 38 days, with health at risk.

On December 14, 2025, Grok AI falsely claimed Ahmed al Ahmed was an Israeli hostage in the Bondi Beach shooting, spreading multiple fabricated details.

Over 200 former hostages and families demand Netanyahu create a legal inquiry into the October 7 attacks or resign.