*) Hamas shows 'flexibility' for truce amid Israeli reluctance

The Palestinian group Hamas has declared its commitment to ongoing negotiations through intermediaries until a ceasefire agreement is reached with Israel.

Despite Hamas displaying flexibility for a comprehensive halt to aggression, the group accuses Israel of avoiding the terms of the proposed agreement.

Currently, negotiators from Hamas, Qatar, and Egypt are in Cairo, aiming to secure a 40-day ceasefire before the start of Ramadan next week.

US pushes UN to back temporary Gaza truce to free captives

The United States has modified a draft UN Security Council resolution, supporting an immediate six-week ceasefire in Gaza and the release of all hostages.

The revised text, proposed by the US two weeks ago, aligns with Vice President Kamala Harris's candid statements.

The US emphasised that the Security Council’s backing of a ceasefire should be contingent upon the liberation of hostages in Gaza.

*) Actions of Israeli 'settlers' biggest obstacles to solution — Erdogan

During a press conference with Palestinian President Mahmoud Abbas, Turkish President Recep Tayyıp Erdogan condemned Israel's actions in Gaza, labelling them "barbarity of the last century."

Accusing Israel’s Prime Minister Benjamin Netanyahu's government of "blatant genocide," Erdogan emphasised the Western powers' unwavering support for Tel Aviv.

He underlined that those responsible for the bloodshed would face accountability within the bounds of the law and public conscience.

*) Biden, Trump dominate Super Tuesday, cruise toward nomination and rematch

In a decisive sweep across coast-to-coast contests on Super Tuesday, US President Joe Biden of the Democratic party and his Republican predecessor Donald Trump solidified their positions for a November rematch.

Both candidates secured victories in similar states, including Texas, Alabama, Colorado and Oklahoma.

Additionally, Trump claimed states like Virginia and Maine, which were expected to be favourable to his major rival, Nikki Haley, due to their substantial moderate voter populations, reminiscent of her previous primary support.

*) Tesla's factory in Germany halts production after far-right arson attack

The Tesla factory in Germany faces a production halt after an act of “sabotage” targeted high-voltage lines, set ablaze by a far-left group, according to authorities.

Emergency services responded to the burning electricity pylon near Berlin, causing damage to the lines and a power outage for the Tesla plant and neighbouring villages.

The situation is still under investigation, impacting the electric vehicle manufacturer's operations.