middle east

US Secy of State Antony Blinken heads to Middle East to negotiate aid for Gaza and hostages

As part of ongoing diplomatic efforts regarding the conflict between Israel and Hamas, US Secretary of State Antony Blinken left on Sunday for a four-nation tour of the Middle East. The New York Times reported that Blinken's goals included securing a deal on the release of hostages and a humanitarian...

US officials deny Iranian claims of prisoner swap deal

Officials from the Biden administration vehemently refuted Iranian reports that the two countries had finalised a prisoner swap agreement on Sunday, according to reports. "Statements from Iranian officials that a deal regarding the exchange of prisoners has been reached are another especially cruel lie that only adds to the suffering...