Israel has formally objected to the composition of a newly announced U.S.-supervised Gaza peace board, triggering fresh diplomatic friction between Jerusalem and Washington at a critical moment in the conflict. The Israeli Prime Minister’s Office says the executive panel overseeing the Gaza peace plan was revealed without prior consultation, raising concerns over Israel’s exclusion from a process directly affecting its national security. President Donald Trump has described the board as a “new approach to conflict resolution,” inviting global leaders to participate in shaping Gaza’s future. However, Israel’s concerns highlight growing friction over decision-making authority, regional sovereignty and the broader framework guiding post-conflict governance in Gaza. WATCH
18 January,2026 08:42 PM IST
Iran’s political future may be approaching a decisive moment. Exiled Iranian crown prince Reza Pahlavi has intensified calls for nationwide protests, urging Iranians to return to the streets and asking the international community to increase pressure on Tehran. Speaking from exile, Pahlavi argues that the Islamic Republic is nearing collapse and that coordinated global action could accelerate change. At the same time, President Donald Trump has issued repeated warnings to Iran’s leadership, signaling potential consequences over the violent suppression of protests.
17 January,2026 06:21 PM IST
Russia reports new territorial gains along the Donetsk front, claiming control over the settlement of Zakotnoye near the Krasny Liman axis. Additional advances are also being reported in the Zaporizhzhia region, signaling sustained pressure across multiple sectors of the frontline.
17 January,2026 06:20 PM IST
Concerns over Iran’s internal stability are rapidly escalating as multiple U.S. allies take emergency diplomatic action. New Zealand and Slovakia have temporarily closed their embassies in Tehran, evacuating all staff on commercial flights amid what officials describe as a sharply deteriorating security environment.
17 January,2026 06:19 PM ISTADVERTISEMENT
