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Israel and Hamas prepare for negotiations in Egypt ahead of possible Gaza ceasefire

CAIRO (AP) -- Israel and Hamas prepared for indirect negotiations in Egypt on Monday, as hopes for a possible ceasefire in Gaza grew after Prime Minister Benjamin Netanyahu said a hostage release could be announced this week.

By SAMY MAGDY and MELANIE LIDMAN, Associated Press

Iranian hackers targeting specific industries for cyber attacks as conflict escalates

WRAL Investigates and cyber security specialists show you the industry you are in might impact whether hackers related to Iran would target you specifically.

Duke expert warns: Iranian cyber threats target specific jobs, not public at large

Despite a warning about a possible uptick in Iranian cyberattacks, the real threat may depend on your job. Art Ehuan with Duke University discusses Iran's cyber-capabilities and why attacks conducted by the government may be the least of your worries if you don't hold a sensitive position at work.

Oil Prices Could Climb Higher if Mideast Tensions Escalate

Oil prices, which surged after Israel attacked Iran early Friday, could stay high as long as tensions are elevated in the Middle East.

Rebecca F. Elliott, New York Times

Iran launches missiles toward Israel

A look at Tel Aviv after Iran launches retaliatory missiles toward Israel.

Rocky Mount surgeon sees damage after Israeli airstrike hits Gaza hospital

An Israeli airstrike hit a hospital Sunday night in southern Gaza where a Rocky Mount doctor was working.

Rocky Mount surgeon witnesses devastation after Israeli airstrike hits Gaza hospital

An Israeli airstrike hit a hospital Sunday night in southern Gaza where a Rocky Mount doctor was working.

Rocky Mount doctor surveys damage after Israeli airstrike hits Gaza hospital

Dr. Mark Perlmutter shared a video with WRAL News of him walking through the Nasser Medical Complex after the airstrike.

DRAUGHON DRAWS: When dealing with Ukraine, Trump helps Putin stack the deck

Monday, March 2, 2025 -- Capitol Broadcasting Company's editorial cartoonist.

Russian Drone Damages Radiation Shield at Chernobyl, Ukraine Says

KYIV, Ukraine -- Russia's military used a drone with a high-explosive warhead to hit the former Chernobyl nuclear power plant in Ukraine overnight, damaging the protective shelter that prevents radiation leaks, President Volodymyr Zelenskyy of Ukraine said Friday.

Kim Barker, Andrew E. Kramer and Qasim Nauman, New York Times

Hamas Postpones Release of More Hostages ‘Until Further Notice’

JERUSALEM — Hamas has indefinitely postponed the release of Israeli hostages who were set to be freed from the Gaza Strip this weekend, a spokesperson said Monday, accusing Israel’s government of violating an already fragile ceasefire agreement.

Lara Jakes, Ronen Bergman, Adam Rasgon and Johnatan Reiss, New York Times

Triangle couple awaits reunion with family member after Israel-Hamas ceasefire

For more than 30 years, Stanley Robboy and Marion Meyer-Robboy have lived in the Triangle. Since October 2023, they've worried about Hamas holding Meyer-Robboy's cousin captive.

Retired Duke professor, wife await reunion with family member after Israel-Hamas ceasefire

For more than 30 years, Stanley Robboy and Marion Meyer-Robboy have lived in the Triangle. Since October 2023, they've worried about Hamas holding Meyer-Robboy's cousin captive.

Hamas expected to release 33 hostages in first phase of emerging ceasefire deal, Israeli officials say

Jerusalem (CNN) — Hamas is expected to release 33 hostages during the first phase of an emerging ceasefire agreement being finalized by negotiators in Doha, two Israeli officials said.

By Jeremy Diamond, Becky Anderson and Hira Humayun, CNN

War-torn Sudanese family reunited to begin new life in Raleigh

In a heartwarming tale of resilience and hope, Omer Abdularhaman has finally reunited with his wife and daughter in Raleigh, overcoming the separation enforced by the ongoing civil war in Sudan.

Husband reunited with wife and daughter in Raleigh after Sudanese war threatens to tear family a part

In a heartwarming tale of resilience and hope, Omer Abdularhaman has finally reunited with his wife and daughter in Raleigh, overcoming the separation caused by the ongoing civil war in Sudan.

Israeli cabinet sanctions country's oldest newspaper over critical coverage and publisher's comments

Israel's cabinet unanimously voted to sanction the nation's oldest newspaper, Haaretz, on Sunday citing its critical coverage of the war following the October 7 Hamas attacks and comments by the outlet's publisher calling for sanctions on senior government officials.

Lucas Lilieholm and Eugenia Yosef, CNN

Tar Heel Traveler/ Romeo Ray

Romeo Ray Roberts of Raleigh turns 100 years old today. He's a veteran of two wars and narrowly escaped death three times.

Human Rights Watch accuses Israel of mass displacement in Gaza amounting to a war crime

Israel has overseen the forced mass displacement of Palestinians in Gaza in a deliberate and systematic campaign that amounts to a war crime and a crime against humanity, according to a new Human Rights Watch report.

By Mick Krever and Irene Nasser, CNN

Family honors WWII veteran's legacy as he turns 102

Memory Griffin, a World War II veteran, is about to celebrate his 102nd birthday. He served stateside during the war, dedicating his time to training new recruits to become soldiers.

Gilbert Baez, WRAL Fayetteville reporter

Oxygen therapy could be the answer to stopping soldier suicide

HBOT 4 Heroes is a nonprofit that helps veterans dealing with post traumatic stress disorder get access to hyperbaric chamber oxygen therapy, or HBOT.

Rick Armstrong, WRAL photojournalist

Trump's victory could mean US withdraws support for Ukraine in war with Russia

With the reelection of Donald Trump, Ukraine may soon have to adjust to a dramatic reduction in US support that could have a decisive impact on the war with Russia.

By Jennifer Hansler, CNN

Ukrainian family escapes war only to be killed in NC by Hurricane Helene

A heartbreaking tragedy has struck a family in Western North Carolina who fled the war in Ukraine, only to be swept away by the floodwaters of Hurricane Helene.

Aaron Thomas, WRAL reporter

Israel says Iran ‘will pay’ for launching a major missile attack against it

Haifa, Israel (CNN) — Iran launched dozens of missiles toward Israel on Tuesday in what it said was a response to the killing of Hezbollah leader Hassan Nasrallah and others – potentially taking the region closer to a wider conflict.

By Ivana Kottasová, Jeremy Diamond, Kevin Liptak, MJ Lee, Arlette Saenz, Kylie Atwood and Jennifer Hansler, CNN

Killing of Israeli American Hostage Prompts Outpouring of Grief Across U.S.

Hersh Goldberg-Polin loved soccer and music. He was curious, respectful and passionate about geography and travel, according to his mother. He was born in the San Francisco Bay Area and moved to Israel when he was 8.

Isabelle Taft and Soumya Karlamangla, New York Times