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A ceasefire in Gaza is set to begin as the Israeli cabinet in the early hours of Friday voted to accept the framework of the plan for the release of all hostages. With the agreement coming into effect, Israel's military has 24 hours to move to a pre-determined line within Gaza, after which a 72-hour period begins in which Hamas must surrender living and dead hostages. Foreign leaders convened in Paris to work out postwar plans in Gaza. This episode features Thomas Helm in Jerusalem, Hamza Hendawi in Cairo and Sunniva Rose in Brussels.

Israeli opposition pledges to take down government. There is mounting optimism for a ceasefire deal in Gaza. Nearly 55,000 children under five in Gaza are estimated to be malnourished. On today's episode of Trending Middle East: Israeli opposition makes plans to bring down Netanyahu within months Top US envoys join Gaza talks in Egypt as optimism grows over deal This episode features Thomas Helm, Jerusalem Correspondent.

A new obstacle to peace is taking root in Gaza. Tension rises in Aleppo. French companies spot an opportunity in Syria. On this episode of Trending Middle East: New generation of militias steps out of Hamas's shadow to fill Gaza power vacuum Frenchman who would build 37 bridges across Syria seeks Gulf financing Syrian defence minister says 'comprehensive' truce agreed with SDF after Aleppo clashes This episode features Khaled Yacoub Oweis, Jordan Correspondent; and Sunniva Rose, Europe Correspondent. Editor's note: Trending Middle East has been nominated for a Signal Listener's Choice Award in the Daily Podcasts category. Please vote for us here. Voting closes October 9.

Today marks two years since the Hamas attack on Israel that started the devastating war on Gaza. Syrian authorities announced the winners of a parliamentary election. Iran said it has no immediate plans to resume nuclear talks with European nations. On today's episode of Trending Middle East: Netanyahu insists Israel is winning the war but reality tells a different story Syrian election results confirm new Sunni ascendancy No plan for negotiations, Iran says after backtracking on inspection deal with IAEA This episode features Thomas Helm, Jerusalem correspondent; and Khaled Yacoub Oweis, Jordan correspondent. Editor's note: Trending Middle East has been nominated for a Signal Listener's Choice Award in the Daily Podcasts category. Please vote for us here. Voting closes Oct. 9.

The search for missing hostages is one of the sticking points in the Israel-Hamas talks. Syria held its first parliamentary elections since the fall of the Assad regime. Fadel Chaker surrenders to Lebanese authorities. On today's episode of Trending Middle East: Search for missing hostages among sticking points in Israel-Hamas talks, sources say Apathy and doubts cloud Syria's parliamentary poll Lebanese singer Fadel Chaker surrenders after more than 10 years on the run This episode features Hamza Hendawi, Cairo Correspondent. Editor's note: Trending Middle East has been nominated for a Signal Listener's Choice Award in the Daily Podcasts category. Please vote for us here. Voting closes October 9.

There's been global outrage after Israel intercepted boats of an aid flotilla bound for Gaza. At least three people have died after a ramming and stabbing attack at a synagogue in the UK. Dozens of countries are working together to ensure a peaceful race to the Moon. On today's episode of Trending Middle East: Nations condemn Israel's interception of Gaza aid flotilla Two dead and suspect shot in Yom Kippur stabbing attack at Manchester synagogue How countries have joined forces to avoid star wars as US and China race to the Moon This episode features Thomas Helm, Jerusalem correspondent; and Lemma Shehadi, senior correspondent in London. Editor's note: Trending Middle East has been nominated for a Signal Listener's Choice Award in the Daily Podcasts category. Please vote for us here. Voting closes on October 9.

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US President Donald Trump has issued an executive order to guarantee Qatar's security. Lebanon and Syria are preparing the ground for rebuilding relations. Iraq's Prime Minister expects to win parliamentary elections in November. On today's episode of Trending Middle East: Any attack on Qatar is security threat to US, says Trump 'No drama': Lebanese Deputy PM says resetting ties with Syria on track Iraqi PM 'optimistic' about November elections This episode features Nada Homsi, Beirut correspondent. Editor's note: We want to hear from you! Help us improve our podcasts by taking our 2-minute listener survey. Click here.

Hamas is not expected to reject the US plan to end the war in Gaza. British ministers have voiced support for the proposal. Afghanistan faces a communications blackout. On today's episode of Trending Middle East: Hamas cornered but may drag heels on Trump ceasefire plan UK ministers back Trump plan as Blair is handed role 'We are blind without phones and internet': Taliban cut Afghanistan's telecoms to combat vice This episode features Hamza Hendawi, Cairo correspondent, and Thomas Harding, security and policy editor. Editor's note: We want to hear from you! Help us improve our podcasts by taking our 2-minute listener survey. Click here.

Donald Trump has unveiled a detailed plan to end the war in Gaza. Gunmen have killed four Alawite workers in central Syria. The UAE has unveiled a series of changes to visas. On today's episode of Trending Middle East: White House releases plan for immediate end to Gaza war Four Alawite villagers killed as Syria seeks greater overseas support for stability UAE launches new AI specialists visa and expands humanitarian permit This episode features Khaled Yacoub Oweis, Jordan Correspondent. Editor's note: We want to hear from you! Help us improve our podcasts by taking our 2-minute listener survey. Click here.

The UN has hit Iran with sanctions for the first time in decades. Israel could retaliate against allies who recognised Palestine. A top UN diplomat says the prospects for peace are closer now than ever. On today's episode of Trending Middle East: UN sanctions on Iran to add inflationary pressure as currency crisis deepens How Israel could retaliate against allies who recognised Palestine Gaza ceasefire closer than a week ago, says top UN humanitarian diplomat Tom Fletcher This episode features Thomas Helm, Jerusalem Correspondent, and Hadley Gamble, IMI Chief International Anchor. Editor's note: We want to hear from you! Help us improve our podcasts by taking our 2-minute listener survey. Click here.

Palestinian Authority President Mahmoud Abbas speaks at the UN. The National investigates killings of journalists in Gaza. Donald Trump is expected to meet Ahmad Al Shara. On today's episode of Trending Middle East: 'Palestine is ours,' says Abbas as he condemns Israel and Hamas in UN speech How (and why) Gaza has become the deadliest place in the world for journalists Donald Trump to meet Syria's Ahmad Al Shara, official says This episode features Mohamad Ali Harisi, Foreign Editor; Fadah Jassem, Head of Data Visualisation; and Khaled Yacoub Oweis, Jordan Correspondent. On today's episode of Trending Middle East: 'Palestine is ours,' says Abbas as he condemns Israel and Hamas in UN speech How (and why) Gaza has become the deadliest place in the world for journalists Donald Trump to meet Syria's Ahmad Al Shara, official says This episode features Mohamad Ali Harisi, Foreign Editor; Fadah Jassem, Head of Data Visualisation; and Khaled Yacoub Oweis, Jordan Correspondent. Editor's note: We want to hear from you! Help us improve our podcasts by taking our 2-minute listener survey. Click here.

There is growing pressure on the Kurdish-led Syrian Democratic Forces in Aleppo. The war in Gaza continues after a series of countries recognised the state of Palestine. Israel blames migration to Europe for an increase in criticism. On today's episode of Trending Middle East: Syria's Al Shara warns of regional turmoil without Israel security deal The question of Palestine: Is recognition the answer? Isolated Israel blames Muslims for shifting Europe's stance on Gaza This episode features Khaled Yacoub Oweis, Jordan Correspondent; Nada AlTaher, Senior Foreign Reporter; and Thomas Helm, Jerusalem Correspondent. Editor's note: We want to hear from you! Help us improve our podcasts by taking our 2-minute listener survey. Click here.

US President Donald Trump delivered an extraordinary attack on the UN during his address to the General Assembly. Iran and European powers engage in a last-ditch effort to avoid the reimposition of UN sanctions. On today's episode of Trending Middle East: Trump lambasts friend and foe alike in UN address Iran and European powers to hold talks in New York in bid to avoid restart of sanctions Israel shuts crossing between West Bank and Jordan after deadly shooting This episode features Thomas Helm, Jerusalem correspondent. Editor's note: We want to hear from you! Help us improve our podcasts by taking our 2-minute listener survey. Click here.  

France has joined a list of countries newly recognising the state of Palestine. Syria's president called for a new chapter in ties with Washington. US special envoy Tom Barrack has said Middle East peace is an illusion. On today's episode of Trending Middle East: UNGA 2025 live: France recognises Palestine at landmark UN meeting Peace in the Middle East is an illusion, says Trump envoy Tom Barrack Syria's Al Shara calls for new chapter in US ties as he meets former battlefield foe This episode features Fatima Al Mahmoud, Foreign Affairs Reporter; and Hadley Gamble, IMI Chief International Anchor. Editor's note: We want to hear from you! Help us improve our podcasts by taking our 2-minute listener survey. Click here.

The UN General Assembly high-level talks kick off today in New York. Syria's Druze leadership has invited UN investigators to probe violence in Sweida. Israel's latest offensive in Gaza has added to the burden on the remaining hospitals. On today's episode of Trending Middle East: France and nine other states to recognise Palestinian statehood as landmark UN conference looms Syrian President Al Shara's consolidation drive faces Kurdish and Druze resistance This episode features Adla Massoud, UN and New York Correspondent. Editor's note: We want to hear from you! Help us improve our podcasts by taking our 2-minute listener survey. Click here.

Syria's talks with Israel could result in something tangible soon. Donald Trump is in disagreement with the Keir Starmer on recognising Palestine. The closure of Carrefour stores across the Middle East could be down to a number of factors. On today's episode of Trending Middle East: Syria's Ahmad Al Shara says Israel talks could bring results 'in coming days' Trump 'disagrees' with Starmer on Palestine recognition plan No immediate plan to close UAE's Carrefour supermarkets, Majid Al Futtaim says This episode features Khaled Yacoub Oweis, Jordan Correspondent; and Aarti Nagraj, Deputy Business Editor. Editor's note: We want to hear from you! Help us improve our podcasts by taking our 2-minute listener survey. Click here.

Egypt is shoring up security in the Sinai and mobilizing its forces. State control of weapons is a top priority for Iraq. A US-brokered deal brings relative peace to Sweida. On today's episode of Trending Middle East: State monopoly over weapons a top priority, Iraqi PM says Egypt seeks US guarantees that Israel will not attack exiled Hamas leaders again Sweida tensions subside but troops remain after US-brokered deal in Syria This episode features Hadya Al Alawi, Assistant Foreign Editor; and Nada Maucourant Atallah, Beirut Correspondent. Editor's note: We want to hear from you! Help us improve our podcasts by taking our 2-minute listener survey. Click here.

Independent experts commissioned by the UN have concluded Israel is committing genocide in Gaza. Lebanon marks one year since the so-called pager attacks on Hezbollah by Israel. US President Donald Trump has started his state visit to the UK. On today's episode of Trending Middle East: Explained: The four acts of genocide Israel is accused of committing in Gaza Pager attack: Hezbollah fighters blinded by explosions Britain rolls out peak pageantry for Trump state visit This episode features Jamie Prentis, Beirut Correspondent; and Paul Carey, London Deputy Bureau Chief. Editor's note: We want to hear from you! Help us improve our podcasts by taking our two-minute listener survey. Click here.

Qatar has accused Israel of lying and making Gaza unliveable. Arab nations consider a proposal to establish a joint military force. Lebanese authorities foil a drug-smuggling plot. On today's episode of Trending Middle East: Qatar summit condemns Israel's 'aggressive practices' as threat to Middle East peace Israel's attack on Qatar is part of 'strategy of expansionist ideology', says Palestinian minister Arab states consider revival of plan to create Nato-style military force Lebanon thwarts attempt to smuggle millions of Captagon pills to Saudi Arabia This episode features Nada AlTaher, Senior Foreign Reporter; and Hamza Hendawi, Cairo Correspondent. Editor's note: We want to hear from you! Help us improve our podcasts by taking our 2-minute listener survey. Click here.

Qatar's emergency Arab-Islamic summit kicks off today. Israeli soldiers raided the home of the Oscar-winning director Basel Adra. Qatar has sent aid to Sweida. On today's episode of Trending Middle East: Arab and Islamic foreign ministers gather in Doha to chart path for Israeli deterrence West Bank home of Oscar-winning Palestinian director raided by Israeli army Qatar sends aid to embattled Syrian Druze province of Sweida This episode features Nada AlTaher, Senior Foreign Reporter; and Khaled Yacoub Oweis, Jordan Correspondent. Editor's note: We want to hear from you! Help us improve our podcasts by taking our 2-minute listener survey. Click here.

Qatar will host an emergency Arab-Islamic summit on Sunday and Monday. Turkish politicians consider the possibility of an Israeli strike on their territory. A French delegation visits Lebanon. On Today's episode of Trending Middle East: Qatar to host emergency Arab-Islamic summit on Sunday to discuss Israeli attack Hamas presence in Turkey under spotlight after Israeli air strike on Doha French delegation visits Lebanon before Paris aid conferences This episode features Lizzie Porter, Turkey Correspondent; and Nada Maucourant Atallah; Beirut Correspondent. Editor's note: We want to hear from you! Help us improve our podcasts by taking our 2-minute listener survey. Click here.

GCC leaders are rallying behind Qatar after an unprecedented Israeli attack on its capital. The European Commission is pausing support for Israel. And Egypt is seeking US guarantees that Israel will not attack exiled Hamas leaders again. On today's episode of Trending Middle East: European Commission to pause support for Israel, says von der Leyen President Sheikh Mohamed reaffirms UAE's solidarity with Qatar in meeting with Sheikh Tamim Egypt seeks US guarantees that Israel will not attack exiled Hamas leaders again This episode features Vanessa Ghanem, Arab Affairs Editor; Sunniva Rose, Europe Correspondent; and Hamza Hendawi; Cairo Correspondent. Editor's note: We want to hear from you! Help us improve our podcasts by taking our 2-minute listener survey. Click here.

World leaders condemned Israel's attack on Doha. A wave of RSF drone strikes hit Khartoum. Egypt's president ordered officials to study the possibility of pardons for seven jailed activists. On today's episode of Trending Middle East: Israel's attack on Qatar: What we know RSF drones hit key sites near Sudan's army-held capital Egypt's President Fattah El Sisi orders government to review pre-trial detentions This episode features Thomas Helm, Jerusalem Correspondent. Editor's note: We want to hear from you! Help us improve our podcasts by taking our 2-minute listener survey. Click here.

At least six people have been killed in a shooting in an illegal settlement in the Israeli-occupied West Bank. A UAE official says the Abraham Accords have been derailed. Oil prices are up after what is seen as a modest increase in production. On today's episode of Trending Middle East: At least six killed in shooting attack in Jerusalem settlement Abraham Accords 'overturned' by Hamas and Israeli extremists, senior Emirati official says UAE warns Israeli annexation of West Bank undermines vision of Abraham Accords Opec+ agrees another rise in oil output for October Oil prices rise on modest output increase by Opec+ and Russia supply concerns This episode features Thomas Helm, Jerusalem Correspondent; Fatima Mahmoud, Foreign Affairs Reporter; and Manus Cranny, Geo-Economics Editor. Editor's note: We want to hear from you! Help us improve our podcasts by taking our 2-minute listener survey. Click here.

Israel has offered up what it has called a comprehensive proposal for a ceasefire in Gaza. The Middle East is back online after fibre-optic cables sustained damage. Iraq wrapped a first-of-its-kind energy event this weekend. On today's episode of Trending Middle East: Israel's 'comprehensive' Gaza deal proposal to Hamas dismissed as time-buying tactic Middle East internet slowdowns could last months after Red Sea cable damage Drone strike from Yemen closes Israel's Ramon Airport Baghdad seeks to cement role on global energy stage with high-level forum This episode features Hamza Hendawi, Cairo Correspondent; Rory Reynolds, Assistant Editor-in-Chief; and Sinan Mahmoud, Baghdad Correspondent. Editor's note: We want to hear from you! Help us improve our podcasts by taking our 2-minute listener survey. Click here.

Jordan's Foreign Minister Ayman Safadi has called for joint Arab action against what he called Israel's “colonialist displacement plan". A film about Palestinian girl Hind Rajab, who was killed by Israeli forces in Gaza, has received a record ovation lasting 23 minutes and 50 seconds at the Venice Film Festival. The Israeli military identifies only a quarter of the Gazans it has detained as combatants. On today's episode of Trending Middle East: Jordan calls for joint Arab action to stop Israel 'changing map of Middle East' Vast majority of Gazans detained by Israeli military are civilians, investigation finds The Voice of Hind Rajab receives record-breaking 24-minute ovation at Venice Film Festival This episode features Hadya Al Alawi, assistant foreign editor; Thomas Helm, Jerusalem correspondent; and contributor James Mottram. Editor's note: We want to hear from you! Help us improve our podcasts by taking our 2-minute listener survey. Click here.  

The US renews its push for a resolution in north-eastern Syria. The UAE says Israeli annexation of the occupied West Bank would be a red line. Experts say Israeli strikes on Houthi leaders have not hit key decision-makers. On today's episode of Trending Middle East: UAE warns Israeli annexation of West Bank undermines vision of Abraham Accords US renews push to avert all-out conflict between Syria's Kurds and Damascus Iran's Pezeshkian vows to confront unilateralism after visit to China This episode features Foreign Editor Mohamad Ali Harisi; Jordan Correspondent Khaled Yacoub Oweis and Senior Foreign Reporter Nada AlTaher. Editor's note: We want to hear from you! Help us improve our podcasts by taking our two-minute listener survey. Click here.

Israeli army reservists are reporting for duty ahead of a new invasion of Gaza city. Lebanon clears more than 250,000 undetonated munitions left over from the latest Israel-Hezbollah war. Egypt appeals to the EU to pressure Israel. On today's episode of Trending Middle East: Egypt urges EU to pressure Israel into accepting Gaza truce proposal Lebanese army destroys 250,000 munitions from Israel's war Israel summons 40,000 troops for Gaza city conquest This episode features Thomas Helm, Jerusalem Correspondent; Kamal Tabikha, Cairo Correspondent; and Jamie Prentis, Beirut Correspondent. Editor's note: We want to hear from you! Help us improve our podcasts by taking our 2-minute listener survey. Click here.

Mosul landmarks destroyed by ISIS are coming back to life. Rescue missions are under way in Afghanistan after an earthquake devastated parts of the country. Columbia University's former president Minouche Shafik gets a new job in the UK government. On today's episode of Trending Middle East: UAE-led restoration project removes scars of Mosul's ISIS destruction Unesco deputy chief hails reopening of Mosul's Al Nuri Mosque after painstaking rebuild More than 800 killed in 6.0-magnitude earthquake in eastern Afghanistan Starmer picks Minouche Shafik as new economic adviser despite ignominious Columbia exit This episode features Mina Al-Oraibi, Editor-in-Chief; and Thomas Harding, Security and Policy Editor. Editor's note: We want to hear from you! Help us improve our podcasts by taking our 2-minute listener survey. Click here.

Mohammed Sinwar, the presumed leader of Hamas in Gaza, is dead. Syrian security forces have killed several gunmen in the coastal Alawite heartland. Sudan's paramilitary commander is now the head of a parallel government. On today's episode of Trending Middle East: Latest: Hamas confirms death of military chief Mohammed Sinwar Sudan's RSF chief Gen Mohamed Dagalo sworn in as head of parallel Darfur-based government This episode features Khaled Yacoub Oweis, Jordan Correspondent; and Hamza Hendawi, Cairo Correspondent. Editor's note: We want to hear from you! Help us improve our podcasts by taking our 2-minute listener survey. Click here.

Israel's displacement orders in Gaza trigger alarm and confusion. Three European countries have launched the process to reinstate UN sanctions on Iran over its nuclear programme. Israel has landed commandos on the outskirts of Damascus. On this episode of Trending Middle East: European powers trigger snapback nuclear sanctions on Iran Confusion and dire conditions face Gaza city residents amid contradictory displacement orders Israeli commandos land in Syria in clash over 'spy equipment' This episode features Sunniva Rose, Europe correspondent; Thomas Helm, Jerusalem correspondent; and Khaled Yacoub Oweis, Jordan correspondent. Editor's note: We want to hear from you! Help us improve our podcasts by taking our 2-minute listener survey. Click here.

Iraq has revoked a controversial draft law favouring the Popular Mobilisation Forces. US envoy Tom Barrack cuts his Lebanon trip short. Palestinian leaders criticise an Israeli raid in the occupied West Bank. On this episode of Trending Middle East: Iraqi government gives in to US pressure and withdraws bill regulating PMF militias US envoy Tom Barrack cuts short visit to south Lebanon after protests Israel seizes money in raid on West Bank currency exchange Israeli raid in Ramallah is part of attempt to destabilise West Bank, Palestinians say Editor's note: We want to hear from you! Help us improve our podcasts by taking our 2-minute listener survey. Click here.

Israel's former prime minister Ehud Olmert says he is on a mission to help topple Benjamin Netanyahu. The US is offering new incentives for Lebanon. Riad Salameh is to be released from prison. On today's episode of Trending Middle East: Israel's Ehud Olmert on mission to topple Benjamin Netanyahu Beauty and beast versus 'animalistic' media: Barrack and Ortagus in awkward Beirut briefing Lebanon's ex-Central Bank chief Riad Salameh to be released on $20m bail This episode features Nada AlTaher, senior reporter; Nada Homsi, Beirut correspondent; and Nada Maucourant Atallah, Beirut correspondent. Editor's note: We want to hear from you! Help us improve our podcasts by taking our 2-minute listener survey. Click here.

Israel announced it would begin to withdraw from Lebanon only after the Lebanese army starts to disarm Hezbollah. Tensions rise again between Israel and the Houthis. Five journalists were among at least 20 people killed in Israeli attacks on a Gaza hospital. On today's episode of Trending Middle East: No withdrawal from Lebanon until army begins disarming Hezbollah, Israel says Escalation in Israel-Houthi fighting after rebels reportedly fire cluster munitions Israeli strikes on Gaza hospital kill at least 20, including five journalists This episode features Vanessa Ghanem, Arab Affairs Editor and Thomas Helm, Jerusalem Correspondent. Editor's note: We want to hear from you! Help us improve our podcasts by taking our 2-minute listener survey. Click here.

Syria's upcoming parliamentary election will not include Sweida, Hasakah or Raqqa. The Norwegian Refugee Council has called for investment into Syria. Iranian security forces reportedly killed six Israel-linked militants. On this episode of Trending Middle East: Syria delays parliamentary vote in Sweida and two Kurdish-held areas World needs to do more to help Syrians rebuild lives, says Norwegian Refugee Council chief Iranian forces kill six militants linked to Israel, report says This episode features Khaled Yacoub Oweis, Jordan Correspondent. Editor's note: We want to hear from you! Help us improve our podcasts by taking our 2-minute listener survey. Click here.

Israel has begun its operation to take over Gaza city ahead of a full ground offensive. Syria's President approved a temporary electoral law. The Syrian government is preparing to reopen a route from Sweida to Damascus. On today's episode of Trending Middle East: Gaza city assault is a pressure tactic with devastating results, warn ex-Israeli officials Al Shara approves temporary electoral law ahead of Syrian parliament vote Syrian authorities ease roadblocks near Sweida ahead of possible reopening of Damascus road This episode features Nada AlTaher, senior foreign reporter; and Khaled Yacoub Oweis, Jordan correspondent. Editor's note: We want to hear from you! Help us improve our podcasts by taking our 2-minute listener survey. Click here.

Hamas seeks withdrawal by Israeli troops in Gaza. Iran's Islamic Revolutionary Guard Corps says it is stronger than before the war with Israel started. Pope Leo is expected to visit Lebanon this year. On today's episode of Trending Middle East: Hamas seeks Israeli pullback of 800 metres from homes in Gaza truce deal Iran's IRGC claims it is 'stronger now than before war with Israel' Pope Leo expected to visit Lebanon this year This episode features Mohamad Ali Harisi, Foreign Editor; and Aveen Karim, Assistant Foreign Editor. Editor's note: We want to hear from you! Help us improve our podcasts by taking our 2-minute listener survey. Click here.

Israel has demanded the release of all hostages in any Gaza deal. The US has called on Israel to comply with Lebanese government actions. Archaeologists have unearthed an ancient Christian cross in Abu Dhabi. On today's episode of Trending Middle East: Israel demands release of all hostages in any Gaza deal US must clarify Israel's obligations after disarmament vote, sources close to Hezbollah say Ancient Christian cross found on Abu Dhabi island as archaeologists dig into mysteries of the past This episode features Hamza Hendawi, Cairo Correspondent; Mohamad Ali Harisi, Foreign Editor; and John Dennehy, Senior Reporter. Editor's note: We want to hear from you! Help us improve our podcasts by taking our 2-minute listener survey. Click here.  

The US has called on Israel to honour its ceasefire with Lebanon. New details emerge on Jordan's new conscription programme. Negotiations on the Gaza ceasefire remain up in the air. On today's episode of Trending Middle East: Hamas agrees to Gaza ceasefire terms as mediators eye 'positive announcement' US envoy calls on Israel to honour ceasefire with Lebanon Three months, 6,000 men and no phones: Jordan reveals details of new military service This episode features Jamie Prentis, Beirut correspondent; and Khaled Yacoub Oweis, Jordan correspondent. Editor's note: We want to hear from you! Help us improve our podcasts by taking our 2-minute listener survey. Click here.

Mediators are making one last push to pause the fighting in Gaza. Syrian President Ahmad Al Shara has met one of the country's senior Christian leaders. Ukrainian President Volodymyr Zelenskyy is set to travel to Washington today. On today's episode of Trending Middle East: Mediators revive plans for 60-day Gaza truce in final effort to stop Israeli ground assault Zelenskyy heads to Washington after Trump-Putin summit ends without Ukraine ceasefire agreement This episode features Hamza Hendawi, Cairo correspondent; and Khaled Yacoub Oweis, Jordan correspondent. Editor's note: We want to hear from you! Help us improve our podcasts by taking our 2-minute listener survey. Click here.

US President Donald Trump is to meet Russian President Vladimir Putin today in Alaska. Aid efforts in the southern Syrian province of Sweida are under attack. A security agreement between Iran and Iraq is getting backlash from Washington. On this episode of Trending Middle East: European leaders make last-ditch appeal to Trump ahead of Alaska summit Kaja Kallas: Trump-Putin talks in Alaska need Ukraine's presence to be meaningful Iraq security deal with Iran sparks tension with US This episode features Manus Cranny, geo-economics editor; and Nada Homsi, Beirut correspondent. Editor's note: We want to hear from you! Help us improve our podcasts by taking our 2-minute listener survey. Click here.

Lebanon rejects foreign interference, its President tells Iran. Syria and Turkey's foreign ministers accuse Israel of undermining Damascus's rule. Civilian transitional rule in Gaza may last for up to a year. On today's episode of Trending Middle East: Lebanon rejects foreign interference, President Aoun tells top Iranian official Syria and Turkey strike new military deal US offers incentives to Syria to back off from fighting minorities Postwar civilian rule may last up to a year, says Gaza's proposed governor This episode features Jamie Prentis, Beirut correspondent; Lizzie Porter, Turkey correspondent; and Nada AlTaher, Senior Foreign Reporter. Editor's note: We want to hear from you! Help us improve our podcasts by taking our 2-minute listener survey. Click here.

A Hamas delegation attended ceasefire talks in Cairo. The US is offering incentives to Syria's government to curtail conflict with minorities. Libyan military leader Khalifa Haftar has appointed his son as his second-in-command. On today's episode of Trending Middle East: Hamas negotiators in Cairo to discuss blueprint for 'comprehensive' Gaza deal US offers incentives to Syria to back off from fighting minorities Libyan military leader Khalifa Haftar appoints son as second-in-command This episode features Hamza Hendawi, Cairo correspondent; and Khaled Yacoub Oweis, Jordan correspondent. Editor's note: We want to hear from you! Help us improve our podcasts by taking our 2-minute listener survey. Click here.

The international community condemns Israel's killing of a group of journalists, including Al Jazeera correspondent Anas Al Sharif, in Gaza. Footage of an execution in Sweida sparks outrage. Iran has rejected inspections by the UN's nuclear watchdog. On today's episode of Trending Middle East: Fury as Israel admits deliberately killing Al Jazeera journalists 'The message will not stop': Palestinian reporters defiant after Israel kills six journalists Surveillance footage shows execution of volunteer by security forces inside Sweida hospital Iran rejects inspections ahead of IAEA visit This episode features Nada Homsi, Lebanon correspondent. Editor's note: We want to hear from you! Help us improve our podcasts by taking our 2-minute listener survey. Click here.

Iraq has dismissed two senior commanders of the paramilitary Popular Mobilisation Forces over a deadly attack on a government building last month. The National has boarded a Jordanian aid flight to Gaza. Hundreds were arrested in London for marching in support of the banned Palestine Action group. On this morning's episode of Trending Middle East: Iraq dismisses two senior PMF commanders over attack on government building Hundreds arrested in London for supporting Palestine Action This episode features Khaled Yacoub Oweis, Jordan correspondent. Editor's note: We want to hear from you! Help us improve our podcasts by taking our 2-minute listener survey. Click here.

Israel weighs occupying Gaza. Lebanon votes to disarm Hezbollah. Egypt's Rafah border crossing has been revived. This episode features Thomas Helm, Jerusalem correspondent; Jamie Prentis, Beirut correspondent; and Kamal Tabikha, Cairo correspondent. On this episode of Trending Middle East: Netanyahu seeks full control of Gaza under Israeli plan to force half its population south Lebanese government approves Hezbollah disarmament as Shiite ministers storm out of talks Gaza aid trucks return to Rafah crossing as Egypt seeks to ease humanitarian strain  

Lebanese security officials fear Israel may attempt to infiltrate its eastern region. Syrian leadership questioned the July operation in Sweida. At least 20 people have been killed after an aid lorry overturned on a crowd in Gaza. On today's episode of Trending Middle East: Lebanon fears Israeli ground incursions from Syria into eastern region The full story of the Sweida operation: How a lightning offensive became a war Aid lorry overturns and kills 20 in Gaza as UN blames Israel for starving Palestinians This episode features Mohamad Ali Harisi, Foreign Editor; and Khaled Yacoub Oweis, Jordan correspondent. Editor's note: We want to hear from you! Help us improve our podcasts by taking our 2-minute listener survey. Click here.

New details reveal how Gazans are lured to their deaths in aid queues. Lebanon's government failed to vote on a motion to disarm Hezbollah. Israel is divided over reported plans for a full military occupation of Gaza. On today's episode of Trending Middle East: Startling new details reveal how Gazans are lured to their deaths in aid queues Israel divided as reports indicate plans for 'full occupation' of Gaza Lebanon's cabinet fails to vote on disarming Hezbollah in stormy meeting This episode features Nada AlTaher, senior foreign reporter; Jamie Prentis, Beirut correspondent; and Thomas Helm, Jerusalem correspondent. Editor's note: We want to hear from you! Help us improve our podcasts by taking our 2-minute listener survey. Click here.

Five more people have died from hunger in Gaza. Hamas says it's open to negotiating a ceasefire deal that would end the war. A man has been charged with the murder of a student from Saudi Arabia in the UK. On this episode of Trending Middle East: 'This war left us with nothing': Gazan father who lost half his body weight pleads for end to conflict Hamas open to shift by Israel and US towards comprehensive Gaza deal, sources say Family of Saudi student stabbed to death says UK is not safe for visitors This episode features Hamza Hendawi, Cairo Correspondent; and Tariq Taher, Senior Investigations Correspondent. Editor's note: We want to hear from you! Help us improve our podcasts by taking our 2-minute listener survey. Click here.

Far-right Israeli National Security Minister Itamar Ben-Gvir is drawing backlash after praying at the Al Aqsa Mosque compound. Today marks five years since the explosion that rocked Beirut. New clashes arise in Syria's north-east. On today's episode of Trending Middle East: Saudi Arabia and Jordan denounce Itamar Ben-Gvir's 'provocative' visit to Al Aqsa Mosque 'No accountability' for Beirut port blast as businesses reopen after self-funded rebuild Syrian army and Kurdish-led SDF clash after talks falter This episode features Thomas Helm, Jerusalem Correspondent; Jamie Prentis, Beirut Correspondent; and Khaled Yacoub Oweis, Jordan Correspondent. Editor's note: We want to hear from you! Help us improve our podcasts by taking our 2-minute listener survey. Click here.