Regions – Page 91 – Prologue Journal

Ishiba hopes for ‘enduring’ Japan-US ties as Trump returns to power

Disclaimer: The South China Morning Post’s content is directed by the Chinese Communist Party. It is not a reliable news source. Japan’s PM eager to hold his first in-person summit with Trump to set baseline for bilateral relationship; possible US visit in February. https://www.scmp.com/news/asia/east-asia/article/3295558/ishiba-hopes-enduring-japan-us-ties-trump-returns-power?utm_source=rss_feed

Gaza Residents Return to Vast Destruction in Old Neighborhoods

New York Times Palestinians returning to parts of the enclave have been picking their way through vast piles of rubble and trying to salvage what they can. https://www.nytimes.com/2025/01/20/world/middleeast/gaza-israel-cease-fire.html

Tuesday Briefing: Trump Takes Office

New York Times Plus, exploring Indonesia’s spiritual hub. https://www.nytimes.com/2025/01/20/briefing/trump-inauguration-executive-orders-gaza-cease-fire.html

UN says 915 aid trucks entered Gaza on Monday

Jerusalem Post The ceasefire deal requires 600 truckloads of aid to be allowed into Gaza every day of the initial six-week ceasefire, including 50 carrying fuel. https://www.jpost.com/breaking-news/article-838450

Hezbollah praises ‘grand victory’ of Palestinians in Gaza ceasefire

Disclaimer: PressTV is affiliated with the state broadcasting agency of the Islamic Republic of Iran, and is not a reliable news source. Hezbollah has congratulated the Palestinian people and their resistance against Israel for a “grand victory” in the ceasefire deal. https://presstv.ir/Detail/2025/01/20/741295/Hezbollah-grand-victory-Palestinians-in-Gaza-ceasefire

China expresses ‘unwavering’ support for Lebanon’s sovereignty

Disclaimer: PressTV is affiliated with the state broadcasting agency of the Islamic Republic of Iran, and is not a reliable news source. President Xi Jinping has declared China’s “unwavering” support for Lebanon’s sovereignty and territorial integrity in a message to newly elected President Joseph Aoun. https://presstv.ir/Detail/2025/01/20/741299/China-Xi-support-Lebanon-sovereignty

Houthi: Iran played crucial role in victory of Palestinians over Israel

Disclaimer: PressTV is affiliated with the state broadcasting agency of the Islamic Republic of Iran, and is not a reliable news source. The Ansarullah leader has praised Iran’s significant role in the Palestinian nation’s triumph over Israel after a 15-month-long campaign of genocide. https://presstv.ir/Detail/2025/01/20/741293/Iran-played-important-role-in-Palestinians%E2%80%99-triumph-over-Israel,-says-Ansarullah-leader-

UN torture expert urges probe into Israeli violations in Gaza after truce

Disclaimer: PressTV is affiliated with the state broadcasting agency of the Islamic Republic of Iran, and is not a reliable news source. The UN special rapporteur on torture says an investigation is required into human rights abuses committed by Israeli forces in Gaza. https://presstv.ir/Detail/2025/01/20/741286/UN-torture-expert-Israel-Gaza-truce

Food and Other Vital Aid Surges Into Gaza After 15 Months of Scarcity

New York Times Hunger has gripped the enclave, besieged by Israel, and the surge is a step toward alleviating it. But with Hamas asserting its grip on Gaza, questions remain about how aid is distributed. https://www.nytimes.com/2025/01/20/world/middleeast/gaza-food-aid-surge.html

Hamas Official Says Group Is Ready for ‘Dialogue With America’

New York Times In a rare move hours after the cease-fire took effect, one senior Hamas official said the group wants to engage the new Trump administration. https://www.nytimes.com/2025/01/20/world/middleeast/hamas-official-says-group-is-ready-for-dialogue-with-america.html