Hamas pursues ceasefire and Sheikh Tahnoon's White House visit



Hamas says it’s not giving up on negotiations, following renewed Israeli air strikes on Gaza. The UAE is a crucial partner in securing peace in the Middle East, US President Donald Trump said during a visit by Sheikh Tahnoon bin Zayed, Deputy Ruler of Abu Dhabi and National Security Adviser. King Abdullah II of Jordan urges Europe to push for peace in the region during his visit to Paris.

On today's episode of Trending Middle East:

Fears of return to war in Gaza as hundreds killed in Israeli strikes

Trump hails UAE ties in White House talks with Sheikh Tahnoon

Israeli strikes on Gaza a ‘dramatic step backwards’, says Macron during King Abdullah's visit

This episode features Hamza Hendawi, Cody Combs and Sunniva Rose.

Updated: March 20, 2025, 2:00 AM

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