U.S. Spy Chief Took on Role of Negotiator in Gaza War
As C.I.A. director, William J. Burns was deeply focused on China and Russia when the Middle East conflict plunged him back ...
Terms of ceasefire deal could create uncertainty and long wait for hostages’ families
Former chief of staff at the CIA and Pentagon Jeremy Bash explains why separating hostages and releasing them at two ...
The Times of Israel on MSN8d
CIA chief says hostage talks ‘quite serious’; White House: Deal possible by Jan. 20
Washington optimistic on chances of closing agreement to release Israelis held by Hamas before end of Biden's term; Netanyahu ...
In warning about China, CIA director nominee praises technology but says human intelligence vital
CIA director nominee John Ratcliffe said the agency needs to focus on its mission in the face of growing challenges from ...
The Texas Tribune on MSN3d
Former Texas congressman vows to keep politics out of CIA as director
WASHINGTON — Former Texas congressman John Ratcliffe, President-elect Donald Trump’s pick to lead the CIA, vowed to make the ...
Israel ceasefire must be the first step in the quest for justice
Enabled by Western assistance, largely through arms sales and security advice, Israel’s military operations across Gaza, ...
Hard part begins for Israel, Hamas, and mediators
Israel and Hamas have agreed to stop the war for six weeks, but now the hard part begins for all sides.
The Cipher Brief1d
Expert Q&A: The Gaza Deal — and the ‘Trump Effect’
The Trump administration has much to consider about Israel, Gaza, Saudi Arabia and Iran as it implements the ceasefire deal.