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All four hostages are female Israeli soldiers. They are expected to be released Saturday in accordance with a ceasefire agreement with Israel that’s halted fighting in the Gaza war since last weekend. (Image credit: Hostages and Missing Families Forum)

The hostages are to be freed Saturday in exchange for the release of dozens of Palestinians imprisoned or detained by Israel.

The hostages are to be freed Saturday in exchange for the release of dozens of Palestinians imprisoned or detained by Israel.

The Senate advanced the nomination of Pete Hegseth as President Donald Trump’s defense secretary Thursday on a largely party-line vote, despite grave objections from Democrats and stirring unease among Republicans. A final vote on confirmation is expected Friday.

The Senate advanced the nomination of Pete Hegseth as President Donald Trump’s defense secretary Thursday on a largely party-line vote, despite grave objections from Democrats and stirring unease among Republicans. A final vote on confirmation is expected Friday.

Belarus’ authoritarian President Alexander Lukashenko, who has been in power for over 30 years, is poised to extend his rule in an election that concludes Sunday and that the opposition dismisses as a farce.

Belarus’ authoritarian President Alexander Lukashenko, who has been in power for over 30 years, is poised to extend his rule in an election that concludes Sunday and that the opposition dismisses as a farce.

Why is Trump releasing the last files on JFK, RFL, MLK assassinations?  Al Jazeera English

In an increasingly digital world, connectivity is a necessity. Yet, nearly a third of the global population remains offline, unable to access the services vital to participating in our global digital economy and society. The Edison Alliance at the World

Trump to visit disaster-stricken areas on first trip since starting second term  CNN