Iran files complaint against Canada at top UN court
Iran claims Canada breached its state immunity by designating it a sponsor of terrorism.
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UN Secretary-General:
UN Secretary-General: Settlements are a flagrant violation of international law
Antonio Guterres issues scathing criticism of Israel’s approval of new construction in Judea and Samaria.
Europe to retain Iran ballistic missile sanctions
The sanctions, which were part of the 2015 nuclear deal between Iran and world powers, are due to expire in October.
South Africa:
South Africa: Lawmaker says Jewish school should be 'deregistered'
South African lawmaker says Cape Town-based Jewish day school should be “deregistered” due to being pro-Israel.
Germany:
Germany: Jewish leaders alarmed after AfD's victory in local election
Jewish leaders in Germany concerned that far-right party's local election victory “could open the floodgates”.
Despite its incitement:
US increases its financial support for UNRWA despite incitement against Israel
State Department confirms the federal budgetary support for UNRWA will reach a record $223 million in 2023.
State Department:
State Department: We're deeply troubled by new Israeli construction
State Department spokesperson on approval of housing units in Judea and Samaria: Settlements are an impediment to a two-state solution.
Lawyer for Pittsburgh synagogue shooter claims: He is mentally ill
Lawyer for Robert Bowers attempts to save him from death penalty, claims gunman had psychotic, delusional and paranoid symptoms.
Germany:
Germany: Far-right AfD party secures historic victory in local election
Germany's AfD wins district election in the central state of Thuringia as it surges to record highs in opinion polls.
PLO official to ICC:
PLO official to ICC: Expedite the probe of the crimes of the occupation
PLO official Hussein Al-Sheikh urges ICC chief prosecutor to expedite decision on probe of Israel's alleged crimes.
Turkey:
Turkey: 28 lawsuits filed against Erdogan's rival
Turkey’s opposition leader, Kemal Kilicdaroglu, facing 110 years in prison after lawsuits filed against him, including by Erdogan.
Despite 'dictator' comment:
Biden confident he will meet Chinese President soon, despite 'dictator' comment
US President refuses to back down after likening Chinese leader to "dictators" earlier this week.
Iran's Foreign Minister visits UAE
The visit concludes a three-day tour of Gulf states as Iran seeks to ease tensions with its neighbors.
US condemns 'extremist settler violence' following Eli attack
State Department Deputy Spokesperson calls for Israel to be held accountable following Israeli youth riots in Palestinian Arab cities.
Zelenskyy responds to Putin:
Zelenskyy responds to Putin: He is the second king of antisemitism after Hitler
Ukrainian President responds to Russian President who claimed that "Zelenskyy is not even Jewish."
Alleged Pentagon documents leaker pleads not guilty
Jack Teixeira, accused of leaking highly classified military documents on social media, pleads not guilty to six federal charges.
US leads condemnation of UN's anti-Israel commission of inquiry
US ambassador tells UNHRC that 27 countries are concerned about Commission of Inquiry (COI) which has accused Israel of war crimes.
US condemns attack near Eli:
US condemns attack near Eli: We will continue to work towards de-escalation
State Department spokesperson also expresses concern about "the continuation of violence in Israel and the West Bank in recent weeks".
Iran blames 20 countries, including Israel, for protests
Iranian intelligence names 20 countries, including Israel, which it claims were involved in protests following the death of Mahsa Amini.
'A violation of int'l law':
UN chief criticizes Israeli construction in Judea and Samaria: A violation of int'l law
UN Secretary-General Antonio Guterres: Settlements are a major obstacle to the realization of a viable two-state solution.
UAE condemns counterterrorism operation in Jenin
UAE calls on Israel to "reduce escalation" following operation in Jenin.
France:
France: Trial of suspects who planned attacks on Jewish targets begins
Four far-right suspects accused of planning attacks on mosques and Jewish targets go on trial. Judge orders the hearings to be made public.
PA to boycott meeting with Israelis over acceleration of construction approval
Top PA official threatens other measures in response to decision to accelerate the process authorizing construction in Judea and Samaria.
US:
US: We are 'deeply troubled' by new Judea and Samaria construction
State Department on approval of 4,500 housing units: US opposes unilateral actions that make two-state solution difficult to achieve.
North Korea:
North Korea: Failed satellite launch was the gravest failure
North Korea says it is preparing for another satellite launch in the near future after last month's attempt failed.
Austria foils ISIS attack in Vienna
The attack targeted the pride parade in the Austrian capital and had been planned by three men who had allegedly sympathized with ISIS.
US official:
US official: Iran tested a suicide drone against a vessel in the Gulf
The United States has accused Iran of being behind a number of attacks against merchant vessels in strategic Gulf waters.
AMIA bombing:
Argentina seeks arrest warrant against four Lebanese men over AMIA bombing
Federal judge in Argentina calls on Interpol to detain four Lebanese citizens over suspected role in 1994 bombing of AMIA Jewish center.
Khamenei:
Khamenei: Judea and Samaria 'a major battleground against Israel'
Iran’s Supreme Leader meets Islamic Jihad leader in Tehran, congratulates group over latest campaign against Israel.
Pittsburgh shooter's trial:
Pittsburgh shooter's trial: Gunman ranted on social media about his hatred for Jews
Evidence introduced before trial adjourned says Robert Bowers posted antisemitic rants on Gab before the October 27, 2018 shooting.
During Abbas visit:
China establishes 'strategic partnership' with PA during Mahmoud Abbas' visit
PA chairman welcomed with full military honors in Beijing, as China seeks to deepen its involvement in the Middle East.
Miami Mayor Francis Suarez running for President
Miami Mayor Francis Suarez files paperwork to run for president, joins crowded Republican field.
Saudi official:
Saudi official: Our position on the Israeli-Palestinian conflict remains unchanged
Saudi Arabian official says issue of Palestinian Arab rights must be solved before normalization with Israel.
Syria claims:
Syria claims: Israel attacked in Damascus, air defense systems activated
Media in Syria report explosions in the vicinity of the capital. Air defense systems reportedly intercepted most of the missiles.
US official:
US official: We're not discussing interim deal with Iran
US official says Washington has told Tehran of steps that might trigger a crisis and also those that may create a better climate.
Iran:
Iran: We held indirect talks with the US
Iran’s Foreign Ministry spokesperson confirms indirect talks with the US in Oman, but stresses Iran isn't interested in an interim deal.
WJC welcomes US return to UNESCO
WJC President Ronald S. Lauder: UNESCO has made an immeasurable impact on the world stage.
White House:
White House: We've long made clear our concerns about additional settlements
US on reports that Israel will approve 4,000 new housing units in Judea and Samaria: We don’t want to see steps that only increase tensions.
Saudi Arabia:
Saudi Arabia: Three executed over murder and creating 'terrorist cell'
Since the start of the year, Saudi authorities have executed 52 people, including 20 for terrorism-related offenses.
Report:
Report: US informs UNESCO it plans to rejoin the agency
The Trump administration withdrew US membership from the UN's cultural agency in protest of its ongoing anti-Israel bias.
