Opinion
The Security Council resolution calls for a cease-fire only until Ramadan ends. But it’s a key building block for serious negotiations with Israel and Hamas.
March 27, 2024
Letters to the Editor
In calling for a cease-fire in the Gaza Strip, The Times’ editorial board ignores that allowing Hamas to regroup will only delay its defeat and prolong Palestinian suffering.
Dec. 17, 2023
World & Nation
In a dramatic policy reversal, Iraq announced Saturday that it was dropping its demand for direct negotiations with Iran as a precondition to a cease-fire in the eight-year Persian Gulf War.
Aug. 7, 1988
California
Jewish organizations calling for a cease-fire in the Israel-Hamas war staged a sit-in Monday at an Oakland federal building. Hundreds were arrested after refusing to leave.
Nov. 14, 2023
The Middle East boils down to a contest between a desire to exterminate the enemy and a desire to live in peace. The U.S. should weigh in on the side of peace.
Dec. 14, 2023
Negotiators for the Philippine government and the Communist rebels are close to accord on a cease-fire and are likely to sign an agreement this week, the government announced Tuesday.
Nov. 26, 1986
Awards
The buttons have been distributed by the group Artists4Ceasefire, which, per its website, calls for the end of the Gaza bombing and the safe release of hostages.
March 10, 2024
The U.S. has circulated the final draft of a United Nations Security Council resolution to support efforts for ‘an immediate and sustained cease-fire’ in the Israel-Hamas war.
March 15, 2024
A cease-fire between Israel and Hamas militants kicked in early Friday after 11 days of war and appeared to be holding in its opening hours.
May 21, 2021
Never-ending violence between the two sides has become normalized. Finding a path toward peace will require the international community to step in.
May 16, 2023