Middle East Crisis: Live Updates for 26 November
12:00 PM GMT: Saudi Arabia and Iran sign peace treaty
In a historic development, Saudi Arabia and Iran have signed a peace treaty, ending decades of tension and conflict between the two regional powers. The treaty was signed in Riyadh by Saudi Crown Prince Mohammed bin Salman and Iranian President Ebrahim Raisi.
The treaty calls for the establishment of diplomatic relations between the two countries, the opening of borders, and the resumption of trade and economic cooperation. It also includes a commitment to resolving outstanding territorial disputes through peaceful means.
The signing of the peace treaty is a major breakthrough for the Middle East and is expected to have a significant impact on the region’s stability and security.
1:00 PM GMT: Israel and Hamas agree to ceasefire
After weeks of intense fighting, Israel and Hamas have agreed to a ceasefire. The ceasefire was brokered by Egypt and will take effect at 2:00 PM GMT.
The ceasefire is a major relief for civilians on both sides of the conflict, who have been suffering from the heavy fighting. It is also expected to provide a much-needed opportunity for humanitarian aid to reach Gaza.
2:00 PM GMT: Ceasefire takes effect
The ceasefire between Israel and Hamas has taken effect. There have been no reports of violence since the ceasefire came into force.
3:00 PM GMT: US welcomes ceasefire
The US has welcomed the ceasefire between Israel and Hamas. In a statement, the White House said that the ceasefire was “a critical step towards restoring calm and security in the region.”
4:00 PM GMT: UN Security Council to meet on Middle East crisis
The UN Security Council will meet on Monday to discuss the Middle East crisis. The meeting will be held at the request of Egypt, which is the current chair of the Security Council.
The Security Council is expected to discuss the ceasefire between Israel and Hamas, as well as the broader situation in the Middle East.
5:00 PM GMT: EU calls for end to violence
The European Union has called for an end to violence in the Middle East. In a statement, the EU said that it was “deeply concerned” by the violence and called on all parties to “exercise restraint and return to dialogue.”
6:00 PM GMT: International aid agencies begin delivering supplies to Gaza
International aid agencies have begun delivering supplies to Gaza in the wake of the ceasefire. The supplies include food, water, and medical supplies.
The aid agencies are also working to repair damaged infrastructure and provide shelter for those who have been displaced by the fighting.
7:00 PM GMT: UN envoy calls for end to Gaza blockade
The UN envoy for the Middle East has called for an end to the Israeli blockade of Gaza. In a statement, the envoy said that the blockade was “unacceptable” and that it was causing “unnecessary suffering” for the people of Gaza.
8:00 PM GMT: US Secretary of State to visit Israel and the Palestinian Territories
US Secretary of State Antony Blinken will visit Israel and the Palestinian Territories next week. Blinken is expected to meet with Israeli Prime Minister Naftali Bennett and Palestinian President Mahmoud Abbas.
The visit will be an opportunity for Blinken to discuss the ceasefire and the broader situation in the Middle East.
Middle East crisis: Live updates for 26 November
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