Kim Jong Un oversees AI-powered suicide drone tests
North Korean leader personally oversees tests of suicide drones equipped with artificial intelligence technology.
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Trump:
Trump: Houthis are ‘dying for peace’ after successful US strikes
US President says the Houthi rebels in Yemen want peace because "they're getting the hell knocked out of them", but also stresses US strikes on them are going to continue for a long time.
Robert Levinson disappearance
US sanctions three Iranian intelligence officers over Robert Levinson disappearance
US sanctions three Iranian intelligence officers for their alleged involvement in the disappearance of former FBI Special Agent Robert Levinson, who is believed to have died while in Iranian custody.
Amid renewed fighting
UAE President discusses Gaza ceasefire with Trump amid renewed fighting
UAE President Sheikh Mohammed bin Zayed Al Nahyan speaks to Trump, stresses importance of making humanitarian aid available to Gaza’s residents.
No direct negotiations
Iran open to indirect talks with US, rejects direct negotiations under pressure
Iranian Foreign Minister Abbas Araqchi says door is open for indirect negotiations with the US, but stresses "there is no chance for direct talks until there is a change in the other side's approach."
Trump:
Trump: More nations seek to join the Abraham Accords
Trump says increasing numbers of countries are looking to join the Abraham Accords. Vance: The Biden administration did absolutely nothing with the Abraham Accords, purely out of political spite.
US National Security Adviser:
US National Security Adviser: Iran has to give up its nuclear program
White House National Security Adviser Mike Waltz says the Trump administration seeks the "full dismantlement" of Iran’s nuclear capabilities.
Witkoff:
Witkoff admits he may have been ‘duped’ by Hamas in ceasefire talks
US special envoy Steve Witkoff reaffirms America’s commitment to Israel: We need to be clear who the aggressor is here, and that is Hamas.
Iran rejects nuclear talks with US amid continued pressure
Iran's Foreign Minister Abbas Araqchi clarifies that negotiations with the United States are not possible unless Washington changes its approach.
In call with Netanyahu
Rubio reaffirms US support for Israel in call with Netanyahu
State Department says Secretary of State Marco Rubio conveyed to Netanyahu the Administration’s determination to restore freedom of navigation in the Red Sea through operations against the Houthis.
Iran:
Iran: We're carefully assessing Trump's letter
Iranian Foreign Minister Abbas Araqchi says his country is assessing letter from Trump which urged Tehran to engage in negotiations for a new nuclear agreement: There is an opportunity behind every menace.
BBC apologizes to Israeli Embassy after seeking military voices critical of Netanyahu
BBC apologizes to Israeli Embassy in London after making a clear request to interview Israeli military personnel who are “critical of Netanyahu”, says the request was a "serious mistake".
Mike Waltz:
Mike Waltz: Hamas to blame for renewed conflict, Israel has the right to defend
Trump’s National Security Advisor expresses support for Israel’s renewed military campaign against Hamas: The ceasefire would have been extended if Hamas released all remaining hostages.
Ben & Jerry’s accuses Unilever of ousting CEO over social mission
Ben & Jerry’s alleges that its parent company removed the ice cream maker’s chief executive, Dave Stever, due to his commitment to the company’s social mission.
Macron and Saudi Crown Prince condemn Israeli strikes in Gaza, call for ceasefire
French President says he spoke with Saudi Arabia's Crown Prince Mohammed bin Salman, and they condemned the resumption of Israeli airstrikes on Gaza.
Discussion on Gaza
Turkish Foreign Minister holds call with Hamas official on Gaza situation
Turkish Foreign Minister Hakan Fidan discusses situation in Gaza in phone call with Khalil al-Hayya, one of the leaders of the Hamas terrorist organization.
CENTCOM releases new footage of strikes on Houthi targets in Yemen
Houthis claim they launched an attack on an American aircraft carrier in the Red Sea, their fourth time firing on US warships in 72 hours.
Following Gaza strikes
Erdogan blasts Israel as 'terror state' following Gaza strikes
Turkish President Recep Tayyip Erdogan claims Israel "feeds on the blood of the innocent" after Israel strikes Hamas terror targets in Gaza.
US:
US: Hamas solely responsible for Gaza hostilities
Speaking at UN Security Council, Acting US Ambassador to the United Nations Dorothy Shea stresses that the US supports Israel in its actions against Hamas.
Israel fires back at UN chief:
Israel fires back at UN chief: We are outraged you’re Secretary-General
Israel’s Foreign Ministry fires back at UN Secretary-General Antonio Guterres who condemned Israel's latest strikes in the Gaza Strip: We are outraged by your moral bankruptcy.
UN chief ‘outraged’ by Israeli strikes, calls for ceasefire
UN Secretary-General Antonio Guterres continues his criticism of Israel, after it launched strikes on Hamas targets in Gaza: I strongly appeal for the ceasefire to be respected.
Iran reaffirms commitment to cooperation with nuclear watchdog
Iranian Deputy Foreign Minister says Tehran remains "committed" to cooperating with the International Atomic Energy Agency.
Iran slams US over ‘reckless’ threats
Iran writes to UN Security Council, condemns statements from Trump who said Iran will be held accountable for any attacks by the Houthis.
Eli Sharabi to share captivity story at UN Security Council
Recently release hostage Eli Sharabi to address the United Nations Security Council later this week, recount the harrowing details of his months in captivity under Hamas.
US strikes on Houthis:
Iran threatens 'decisive' response following US strikes on Houthis
IRGC commander Hossein Salami issues warning to the US following its strikes targeting Yemen’s Houthi rebels: Iran will not wage war, but if anyone threatens, it will give appropriate, decisive and conclusive responses.
Iran summons UK, French, German envoys over UN nuclear meeting
Iran summons diplomats from the United Kingdom, France, and Germany to protest UN Security Council meeting on Tehran's nuclear program, which Iran says is "provocative and political".
Despite ICC arrest warrant
Hungary plans to host Netanyahu despite ICC arrest warrant
Hungarian officials confirm Prime Minister Benjamin Netanyahu is set to visit Hungary in the coming weeks, despite ICC arrest warrant related to the ongoing war in Gaza.
Columbia University expels, suspends students over last year’s anti-Israel protests
Columbia University announces disciplinary measures against students involved in last spring’s takeover of a campus building during an anti-Israel protest.
New Canadian PM condemns Gaza electricity cutoff
Mark Carney, while not directly mentioning Israel, calls decision to cut off electricity to the region a mistake. Pro-Israel figures and Canadian politicians criticize.
Rubio:
Rubio: Arrest of Columbia anti-Israel activist not about free speech, but visa violations
Secretary of State rejects criticism that the arrest of pro-Palestinian Arab activist Mahmoud Khalil contradicts the Trump administration’s commitment to free speech: This is about people that don't have a right to be in the United States to begin with.
Hamas welcomes Trump's statement on Gaza residents
Hamas spokesman Hazem Qassem welcomes Trump's statement that no one will be expelled from the Gaza Strip: Force Israel to implement all the terms of the ceasefire.
Judge rules:
Judge rules: Columbia anti-Israel protester to remain in detention
Mahmoud Khalil, a former Columbia University student who was responsible for anti-Israel protests on campus, will remain in detention in Louisiana until at least next week.
Egypt's Sisi reaffirms support for Palestinian state, rejects displacement
Egyptian President says the only way to resolve the ongoing conflict is through the establishment of a Palestinian state, firmly rejects any efforts to displace Palestinian Arabs from their homeland.
Iran’s President to Trump:
Iran’s President to Trump: No negotiations, do whatever the hell you want
Iranian President Masoud Pezeshkian says his country will not negotiate with the United States under pressure, delivers a blunt message to Trump: Do whatever the hell you want.
White House:
White House: Columbia University refuses to assist in identifying pro-Hamas students
White House Press Secretary says the DHS has compiled a list of individuals at Columbia believed to be in violation of Trump’s executive order aimed at combating antisemitism, but the university is refusing to help identify them.
Houthis announce:
Houthis announce: We will resume attacks on Israeli ships
Houthi rebels in Yemen announce that they will attack any ship that violates the group's ban on Israeli vessels passing through the Red and Arabian seas, the Bab al-Mandab Strait, and the Gulf of Aden.
Big Ben protester pleads not guilty, remanded in custody
29-year-old who climbed up London’s iconic “Big Ben” clock tower with a PLO flag appears in court. His lawyer says he intends to plead not guilty to charges of causing a risk or serious harm to the public.
UN Security Council to hold urgent meeting on Iran’s nuclear expansion
United Nations Security Council to convene behind closed doors on Wednesday to discuss Iran’s increasing stockpile of highly enriched uranium, in a discussion called by six of the council’s 15 member states.
Rubio to Saudi Crown Prince:
Rubio to Saudi Crown Prince: There should be no role for Hamas in Gaza
Secretary of State meets Saudi Crown Prince in Jeddah, reiterates US position that Hamas must have no role in postwar Gaza.
Campus antisemitism:
Judge halts deportation of organizer of Columbia University anti-Israel protests
Federal judge in New York temporarily blocks the deportation of activist Mahmoud Khalil, a prominent figure in Columbia’s student-led protests against Israel, who will remain in detention until a hearing on Wednesday.