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World - / Jan 16, 2025 - Is Donald Trump behind the Israel-Hamas ceasefire deal? 'Could have only happened as a result of....' Israel-Hamas ceasefire agreement came after weeks of painstaking negotiations in Doha but Donald Trump claimed credit for the deal and said it would not have been possible had he not won the election and his victory in the November election sent a message to the world that the new US administration would not have it any other way.

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World - / Jan 15, 2025 - Did Los Angeles officials fail to act in time? 1,000 firefighters held back until blaze went out of control, say reports - Los Angeles fire authorities faced criticism for delayed deployment and underutilization of available firefighting resources during the Pacific Palisades wildfire, despite severe wind warnings. Internal records reveal only a fraction of available firefighters and engines were initially used. Officials defend their strategy, citing experience and resource constraints, amid criticism of missteps and budget cuts affecting response.

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