Turkey welcomes ICC decision against Israel
Turkish Foreign Minister Hakan Fidan says the arrest warrants against Netanyahu and Gallant are a good step towards “the realization of justice.”
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IAEA board condemns Iran over lack of cooperation
IAEA board approves resolution by France, Germany, and Britain urging Iran to address longstanding questions in IAEA investigation into uranium particles detected at two undeclared locations.
Biden against ICC:
Biden against ICC: Arrest warrants against Israeli leaders are outrageous
US President condemns International Criminal Court’s decision to issue arrest warrants against Netanyahu and Gallant: There is no equivalence — none — between Israel and Hamas.
'A den of antisemitism'
Stefanik blasts UN over its anti-Israel bias: A den of antisemitism
Rep. Elise Stefanik, designated US Ambassador to the United Nations, delivers forceful critique of the organization: It betrayed both Israel and the United States.
Senate rejects Sanders' bid to block arms sales to Israel
US Senate votes against effort by Senator Bernie Sanders to block the sale of offensive weapons to Israel over civilian casualties in Gaza. All the lawmakers who voted in favor were Democrats.
Turkey condemns Houthi attack on cargo ship in the Red Sea
The Panama-flagged dry cargo ship Anadolu S, owned by a Turkish company, was targeted by the Houthis who confirmed they fired missiles at it.
US, European powers submit Iran censuring motion at IAEA
European powers and the United States introduce resolution censuring Iran for its insufficient cooperation on its nuclear program.
Qatari official:
Qatari official: Most Hamas leaders left, but its office in Doha isn't closed
Following recent reports that Qatar has asked Hamas leaders to leave the country, Qatar’s foreign ministry spokesman explains that there is no need for them to be in Doha as long as negotiations on a ceasefire are frozen.
Erdogan boasts:
Erdogan boasts: We prevented Herzog from using our airspace
Turkish President confirms Turkey denied President Isaac Herzog permission to use its airspace to travel to the COP climate summit in Azerbaijan: On certain matters, as Turkey, we are compelled to take a stand.
Argentina withdraws from UNIFIL
UNIFIL spokesperson says Argentina has announced its decision to withdraw from the force.
Iraqi PM:
Iraqi PM: We'll take steps to prevent attacks from our territory
As pro-Iranian militias claim UAV attacks on Israel, Iraqi Prime Minister Mohammed Shia al-Sudani announces the country will be taking steps to prevent attacks carried out from its territory.
Suspected Houthi missile attacks target ship in Red Sea
Suspected attacks by Yemen’s Houthi rebels target Panama-flagged bulk carrier navigating the Red Sea and Gulf of Aden. No injuries or damage reported.
Biden at G20:
Biden at G20: Increase the pressure on Hamas, which is refusing a deal
US President urges G20 leaders to intensify efforts to pressure Hamas into agreeing to a ceasefire with Israel.
US National Security Adviser:
US National Security Adviser: No Lebanon agreement yet, but we're seeing progress
US National Security Adviser tells PBS there is no agreement yet on a ceasefire between Israel and Lebanon, but expresses optimism that a deal could be worked out.
Kim to North Korean army:
Kim to North Korean army: Enhance your warfighting capabilities
North Korean leader calls on the country’s military to enhance its warfighting capabilities, stresses the need to bolster the nation’s political and military strength.
AOC hints AIPAC responsible for Democrats' defeat
AIPAC responds to squad member Alexandria Ocasio-Cortez, shows her voting percentages in races where "Squad" members lost their primaries.
Over warrants for Israelis
Senate Majority Leader-elect threatens ICC with sanctions over warrants for Israelis
Senator John Thune calls for legislation imposing sanctions on the ICC and its prosecutor if they do not reverse their actions to pursue arrest warrants against Israeli officials.
Iranian officials to IAEA:
Iranian officials to IAEA: Willing to discuss nuclear program, but no external pressure'
Iranian officials meet IAEA chief in Tehran, express openness to addressing concerns about nuclear program while maintaining stance against external pressure.
Over Gaza war
Ben & Jerry's sues parent company Unilever over Gaza war stance
Ben & Jerry's files lawsuit against its parent company, alleging it prevented the ice cream maker from voicing its stance on the Gaza conflict.
'We stand with Israel'
Senate Republican Leader John Thune speaks to Netanyahu: We stand with Israel
New Republican Senate Leader John Thune says he held a phone call with Netanyahu and "reaffirmed the United States’ commitment to standing with Israel, our closest friend and ally.”
North Korean leader orders 'mass production' of UAVs
North Korean leader Kim Jong Un instructs "mass production" of kamikaze-style drones, following his personal observation of testing procedures of such UAVs.
IAEA chief arrives in Tehran to discuss nuclear program
IAEA Director General Rafael Grossi to meet Iranian officials to address various aspects of cooperation between the agency and Iran.
Jake Sullivan:
Jake Sullivan: There's room for cooperation with Trump team on hostage deal
US National Security Adviser tells reporters Biden raised the issue of the American hostages being held in Gaza during his meeting at the White House with Trump: We’re prepared to work with the incoming team to secure the release of the hostages.
Biden to hostage families:
Biden to hostage families: The efforts to bring them home will continue
US President meets families of Americans who have been held hostage by Hamas since October 7, 2023. White House: He reaffirmed the Biden-Harris Administration’s commitment to getting the hostages home.
State Department spokesman:
State Department spokesman: We have not given up hope on a hostage release deal
State Department spokesman Vedant Patel tells reporters that the Biden administration continues to pursue efforts to reach a Gaza ceasefire deal, despite Qatar suspending its involvement as a mediator.
Second day in a row:
US Army strikes pro-Iranian militias in Syria for the second day in a row
CENTCOM says it conducted strikes against an Iranian-backed militia group's weapons storage facility in Syria in response to a rocket attack on US personnel.
In summit in Riyadh
In summit in Riyadh: Saudi Crown Prince accuses Israel of 'genocide'
As Arab and Muslim leaders convene in the Saudi capital, Crown Prince Mohammed bin Salman demands that the global community "immediately halt the Israeli actions against our brothers in Palestine and Lebanon."
Supported pro-Israel legislation
Supported pro-Israel legislation | Report: Trump to name Marco Rubio Secretary of State
New York Times reports that US President-elect is expected to name Florida Senator as the Secretary of State in his administration.
Supporter of Israel
Trump offers Israel supporter Rep. Stefanik the post of UN Ambassador
Stefanik rose to prominence during the House Education Committee's hearing on campus antisemitism, in which university presidents refuse to acknowledge that calls for the genocide of Jews violated their schools’ rules.
Iranian nuclear program:
IAEA chief to visit Iran to discuss nuclear program
International Atomic Energy Agency Director General Rafael Grossi says he will meet with Iranian officials to address various aspects of a March 2023 statement which outlines a framework for cooperation between the agency and Iran.
French Foreign Minister:
French Foreign Minister: We're mulling new sanctions on Israeli settlers
French Foreign Minister Jean-Noel Barrot says during visit to Ramallah that his country is considering new sanctions against those facilitating the expansion of “Israeli settlements”.
Blinken to continue to try resolving Gaza and Lebanon conflicts
State Department spokesperson says Secretary of State intends to continue working toward resolving the Gaza and Lebanon conflicts before Trump takes office in January.
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.
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.
