Daily News Brief

May 27, 2025


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Last-ditch efforts for Gaza ceasefire underway
"Egypt, Qatar and the US have come together to present Hamas with a revised ceasefire proposal, originally drafted by Washington's Special Envoy to the Middle East, Steve Witkoff.
Sources familiar with the talks say this is being described as the last chance to make a deal.
The Palestinian resistance group Hamas has been given 48 hours to respond."
Israel plans to seize 75% of Gaza
"Israel is said to be accelerating its military offensive, aiming to seize control of about seventy-five percent of the territory within the next two months. That means nearly two million Palestinians would be forced into just a quarter of Gaza.
A recent high-level briefing reportedly laid out these plans. By July, Israeli forces would occupy around two hundred and seventy five square kilometres of the coastal enclave—out of Gaza's total three hundred and sixty five.
The Palestinian population would be confined to three areas: Gaza City in the north, central Gaza's refugee camps, and the Masawi area down south."
US Golden Dome project is 'nuclear war scenario': North Korea
"North Korea is slamming the United States over its new Golden Dome missile defence project, calling it a dangerous step toward nuclear war.
President Trump announced the programme, worth one hundred and seventy five billion dollars, on May 20th, saying a design had been chosen and a lead appointed to manage the effort.
In a statement released by state media, North Korea's Foreign Ministry accused Washington of arrogance and high-handedness. Officials there described the project as part of a ""space-based nuclear war scenario"" and said it perfectly reflects the ""America First"" mindset."
US urges Israel to 'stay united' on Iran
"The US is urging Israel to remain unified as talks continue with Iran over its nuclear programme.
Homeland Security Secretary Kristi Noem said she had a direct and honest conversation with Israeli Prime Minister Benjamin Netanyahu about the ongoing negotiations.
According to her, President Trump specifically asked her to deliver the message in person, stressing the need for unity while discussions play out."
Anti-Muslim lawmaker Wilders unveils 10-point migration crackdown plan
"Dutch far-right politician Geert Wilders is once again stirring controversy with a new ten-point plan aimed at slashing immigration.
He's also putting pressure on the ruling coalition, warning he might pull his support if his demands aren't met.
The plan includes some hardline measures like deploying the army to secure land borders and turning away all asylum-seekers at the point of entry. He also wants a temporary freeze on family reunification for accepted refugees."
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