Germany:
Germany: Afghan man charged in deadly stabbing in Mannheim
Afghan man charged in connection with a deadly knife attack in May that left a police officer dead and several others wounded. Prosecutors say the attack was Islamist-inspired.
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Iran's nuclear program
IAEA chief may visit Iran in the coming days to discuss its nuclear program
The head of the International Atomic Energy Agency, Rafael Grossi, expresses optimism about working constructively with US President-elect Donald Trump.
Pro-Israel Rep. Ritchie Torres wins reelection
Democrat Ritchie Torres wins more than 77% of the votes, defeating Republican Gonzalo Duran and independent Jose Vega.
Elizabeth Warren wins reelection in Massachusetts
Sen. Elizabeth Warren secures 66.7% of the votes, compared to 33.3% for her Republican rival John Deaton.
Bernie Sanders wins reelection in Vermont
Bernie Sanders, an independent who caucuses with the Democrats, easily wins reelection to a fourth term, with 60.6% of the votes.
Pentagon:
Pentagon: The US will work closely with Israel's next Defense Minister
Pentagon describes dismissed Defense Minister Yoav Gallant as a "trusted partner," stresses the Pentagon will continue to work closely with the next defense minister, Israel Katz.
CENTCOM:
CENTCOM: 163 ISIS terrorists eliminated in Syria and Iraq since Aug. 29
US Central Command announces that, since August 29, its forces have conducted 95 operations against ISIS targets in Iraq and Syria, eliminated 163 terrorists and captured 33.
'Driven by malice'
Danon blasts Turkey for asking UN for Israel arms embargo: Driven by malice
Israel’s UN Ambassador responds to letter sent by Turkey to the UN in which it calls for an arms embargo against Israel: Another move by the axis of evil to act against Israel in the international arena.
Blinken:
Blinken: Hamas refused to release even a limited number of hostages
In conversation with Egyptian Foreign Minister, US Secretary of State reveals that Hamas has rejected yet another proposal for a hostage release in exchange for a ceasefire.
Second time this week
North Korea launches a ballistic missile, for the second time this week
South Korea and Japan say North Korea has launched a ballistic missile toward the Sea of Japan.
Houthis declare:
Houthis declare: We will maintain the blockade on Israel
Yemen's Houthi rebels announce that they are intensifying actions in support of Hamas and Hezbollah and will uphold a maritime blockade on Israeli vessels.
Turkey in letter to UN:
Turkey in letter to UN: Stop arms deliveries to Israel
Turkish Foreign Minister Hakan Fidan announces his country has submitted a letter to the United Nations, endorsed by 52 countries and two organizations, urging a halt to arms deliveries to Israel.
Iranian President:
Iranian President: If Israel accepts ceasefires, it may influence our retaliation
Iran's President Masoud Pezeshkian hints that Israel's stance regarding ceasefires in Gaza and Lebanon could influence the "type and intensity" of his country’s response to Israeli strikes on Iranian soil.
Harris in Michigan:
Harris in Michigan: I will do everything in my power to achieve a two-state solution
Democratic presidential nominee speaks in Michigan two days before election day: We need to end the war, and we need to get the hostages out.
IDF: False claims
UNRWA chief accuses IDF of bulldozing facility in Nur Shams, IDF responds: False claims
UNRWA Commissioner-General Philippe Lazzarini says IDF caused severe damage to facility near Tulkarm. IDF Spokesperson's Unit: Terrorists planted explosives in the proximity of the UNRWA offices that were then detonated in an attempt to harm IDF soldiers.
Israeli source:
Israeli source: Israel is at high level of readiness for response from Iran
Israeli military source tells CNN that Israel is at a “high level of readiness” for a response from Iran, but is still assessing the decision-making process in Iran.
Austin to Gallant:
Austin to Gallant: US fully prepared to defend Israel against threats from Iran
US Secretary of Defense speaks to Defense Minister amid reports that Iran’s Supreme Leader has ordered an attack on Israel.
Chicago antisemitic shooting:
Police announce hate crime, terror charges against suspect in Chicago antisemitic shooting
Chicago Police announces that felony terrorism and hate crime charges have been added to the charges against 22-year-old suspect who shot Orthodox Jewish man as he was walking to synagogue.
Irish PM to EU:
Irish PM to EU: Review the trade relations with Israel
Irish Prime Minister Simon Harris urges European Union to "review its trade relations" with Israel, following the laws passed in the Knesset to ban the activities of UNRWA.
'You’re a war criminal'
Harris heckled twice during election rallies: You’re a war criminal
US Vice President and Democratic presidential nominee twice heckled by anti-Israel protesters during campaign rallies in North Carolina and Pennsylvania. In the second incident, a heckler referred to her as a war criminal.
White House spokesperson:
White House spokesperson: If Iran attacks Israel, we will support Israel
White House spokesperson Karine Jean-Pierre comments on reports that Iran plans to attack Israel before the US election: Iran should not respond to Israel's retaliation. If they do, we will support Israel in defending itself.
UNRWA chief:
UNRWA chief: Israel's new laws will lead to more deaths in Gaza
UNRWA Commissioner-General Philippe Lazzarini denounces laws passed in the Knesset banning the agency's work in Israel, claims Israel has not provided proof of its claims that UNRWA workers aided Hamas attack.
US Ambassador to the UN:
US Ambassador to the UN: UNRWA needs reforms, but there is no alternative to it
Ambassador Linda Thomas-Greenfield acknowledges the need for reforms in UN agency for "Palestinian refugees", but expresses concerns over Israeli legislation banning UNRWA.
Chicago:
Suspect who shot Jewish man in Chicago charged
22-year-old who allegedly shot a Jewish man and then opened fire on police and paramedics in Chicago during Shabbat charged with attempted first-degree murder.
Nikki Haley:
Nikki Haley: We stopped giving UNRWA money, Biden-Harris gave it back
Former US Ambassador to the UN says UNRWA's anti-Israel activities were known long before October 7: America and Israel will suffer the consequences if Kamala Harris is elected.
IRGC commander:
IRGC commander: Israel will face bitter consequences for its attack on Iran
IRGC commander Hossein Salami: Israel failed to achieve its ominous goals in its attack on Iran.
UN chief:
UN chief: Anti-UNRWA legislation could have devastating consequences
United Nations Secretary-General Antonio Guterres denounces laws approved in the Knesset banning the operations of UNRWA: There is no alternative to UNRWA.
UNRWA chief:
UNRWA chief: Israeli laws are part of a campaign to discredit UNRWA
Philippe Lazzarini, Commissioner-General of UNRWA, denounces Knesset approval of legislation barring UNRWA from operating in Israel: These bills increase the suffering of the Palestinians and are nothing less than collective punishment.
Iranian FM charges:
Iranian FM charges: The US was complicit in Israel's attack on Iran
Iranian Foreign Minister Abbas Araqchi accuses US of complicity in Israel's military operation against Iran: The US partnership in Israel's crimes and escalation of tension in West Asia is quite clear and Washington bears responsibility for it.
After two posts:
Khamenei's Hebrew-language X account suspended after two posts
Khamenei had posted twice to the account before it was suspended, with the second post stating that the "Zionist regime erred in its calculation regarding Iran."
Harris:
Harris: Not concerned over Trump's conversations with Netanyahu
US Vice President says she has no concerns regarding recent discussions between Trump and Netanyahu, reiterates her own stance on the war.
Ireland seeks to restrict trade with Judea and Samaria communities
Irish government seeks to reintroduce 2018 bill that would restrict trade with Israeli communities in Judea and Samaria, claims recent UN court decision allows it.
US official:
US official: Aid to Gaza was prominent in Blinken's meetings in Israel
Senior US administration official says Blinken “went through in detail” the letter he sent to the Israeli government, in which he warned that US weapon shipments to Israel could be affected if Israel fails to make improvements in Gaza within 30 days.
In first:
In first, Iran and Saudi Arabia preparing for joint military exercises
Commander of Iran's navy says Iran and Saudi Arabia are preparing for joint military exercises in the Red Sea. The report has not yet been confirmed by Saudi Arabia.
Iran complains to IAEA:
Iran complains to IAEA: Israel threatened our nuclear facilities
Iran lodges formal complaint with International Atomic Energy Agency, cites threats from Israel to target its atomic energy facilities: Threats to attack nuclear sites are against UN resolutions.
Turkish cleric blamed for failed 2016 coup dies at 83
Fethullah Gulen, who was accused by President Recep Tayyip Erdogan of orchestrating the 2016 attempted coup, passes away in the US at the age of 83.
AJC CEO to Harris:
AJC CEO to Harris: Reject the genocide accusation against Israel
Ted Deutch, CEO of the American Jewish Committee , calls on Democratic presidential candidate to more forcefully denounce the claim that Israel is committing “genocide”.
'Intensive discussions'
Blinken takes off for 'intensive discussions' in Israel
US Secretary of State making his tenth visit to Israel since October 7, 2023: On my way to Israel for intensive discussions about the importance of ending the war in Gaza, returning the hostages to their families, and alleviating the suffering of the Palestinian people.
UNIFIL again levels accusations at Israel
UNIFIL claims that the IDF demolished a watchtower and a fence in southern Lebanon: The IDF has deliberately damaged UN positions.
Hostage deal discussions
Hostage deal discussions: Shin Bet chief meets new Egyptian intelligence chief
Israel Security Agency chief Ronen Bar meets Egypt’s newly appointed intelligence chief Hassan Mahmoud Rashad in Cairo to discuss how to move forward with negotiations on a ceasefire-for-hostages deal.
