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Hamas released seven hostages into Red Cross custody as part of a Gaza ceasefire, with U.S. President Donald Trump arriving in Israel to support the deal. The ceasefire marks a significant step toward ending the two-year conflict, amid international support and ongoing negotiations on Gaza's future and reconstruction.
A ceasefire between Israel and Hamas in Gaza is holding, allowing displaced Palestinians to return home and setting the stage for the release of hostages, with U.S. efforts supporting stabilization and diplomatic negotiations, including a planned visit by President Trump.
A train derailment in southwestern Germany caused by a landslide triggered by heavy rain has resulted in at least three deaths and multiple injuries. Meanwhile, Germany is coordinating with Jordan to deliver immediate humanitarian aid to Gaza, and faces a significant budget shortfall of €172 billion for 2027-29. Other notable news includes the death of far-right extremist Horst Mahler, a major train crash near Riedlingen, and Germany's efforts in Baltic military cooperation. The incident highlights the impact of extreme weather and ongoing geopolitical issues.
The US is rushing to construct a temporary floating dock off Gaza to facilitate the distribution of humanitarian aid, as Israel has imposed strict restrictions on aid delivery by land. President Biden announced the assistance during his State of the Union address, and the US has already begun airdrops of aid to Gaza. Meanwhile, American and coalition forces intercepted at least 28 Houthi drones during an attack in the Red Sea, and the European Union has established a shipping corridor from Cyprus to deliver humanitarian aid to Gaza.