'Horrific':
'Horrific': Canada condemns Israel’s operation in Gaza City
Canada's Foreign Ministry condemns Israel's operation in Gaza City as "horrific". HonestReporting Canada: The statement ignores Hamas's role in the humanitarian crisis.
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Japan holds back on Palestinian state recognition
Japan will reportedly not recognize a Palestinian state for now, even as a growing list of countries, including Britain and France, announce plans to do so at the UN.
US Energy Secretary:
US Energy Secretary: Iran's nuclear weapons pathway 'must be dismantled'
US Energy Secretary Chris Wright declares that Iran's nuclear program must be "completely dismantled" following joint US-Israeli attacks on its enrichment plants.
Spain dumps Israeli arms deal, solidifying anti-Israel stance
Spain's government nixes a nearly $825M contract for Israeli-designed rocket launchers, cementing an anti-Israel decree over the Gaza war, with more cancellations possibly on the way.
Trump:
Trump to Hamas: If Hamas is using hostages as human shields, all bets are off
US President Donald Trump urges Hamas to release all hostages after reports they were moved above ground as human shields against an Israeli ground offensive, calls the move a "human atrocity."
Luxembourg PM announces plan to recognize ‘Palestine’
Luxembourg follows in the footsteps of other countries, plans to recognize a Palestinian state at the UN General Assembly.
Greek ships join Gaza flotilla to challenge Israel's blockade
Two Greek ships join the Global Sumud flotilla, which is aiming to breach the Israeli blockade of Gaza and deliver humanitarian aid.
Eurovision officials propose Israel appear with 'neutral flag'
Eurovision officials unofficially propose a temporary withdrawal or a neutral flag for Israel to avoid "humiliating disqualification" ahead of a December vote amid growing boycott threats.
'A disgrace to Spain'
'A disgrace to Spain': Sa'ar blasts Spanish PM for inciting pro-Palestinian rioters
Foreign Minister Gideon Sa’ar condemns Spanish PM Pedro Sanchez for celebrating anti-Israel protests. The pro-Palestinian Arab mob's actions, lauded by Sanchez, force the cancellation of the Vuelta a España cycling race.
Trump:
Trump: Qatar is a great ally, Israel needs to be careful
US President Trump describes Qatar as a "great ally" and urges Israel to "be careful" following its strike in Doha targeting Hamas leaders.
At UN:
Germany to back UN two-state resolution while opposing 'Palestine'
Germany's government says it will back a UN resolution for a two-state solution but says the time isn't right to recognize a Palestinian state.
Iranian Foreign Minister:
Iranian Foreign Minister: Enriched uranium buried under rubble of Israeli strikes
Iran's Foreign Minister reveals enriched nuclear material is "under the rubble" of facilities hit in the recent war with Israel, adding to global concerns over the regime's nuclear program.
UNSC condemns Doha strikes, without mentioning Israel
The UN Security Council, with US backing, condemns recent strikes on Doha but does not mention Israel’s role in the strikes.
Trump:
Trump: I hope Doha strike won't affect hostage negotiations
Trump asked by reporter how Israel's strike on Hamas leaders in Doha will affect hostage deal negotiations: Hopefully it won't affect it at all.
Toronto Film Festival:
Protesters clash at TIFF over Oct. 7 Hamas attack documentary premiere
Protests erupt at Toronto International Film Festival as film on the Oct. 7 Hamas massacre premieres. Police keep pro-Israel and pro-Palestinian Arab groups apart.
At Duke University
Jerry Seinfeld compares ‘Free Palestine’ to KKK at Duke University
Famed comedian Jerry Seinfeld compares “Free Palestine” to the Ku Klux Klan during an appearance at Duke University: Just say you don’t like Jews. By saying “Free Palestine,” you’re not admitting what you really think.
Tunisia claims:
Tunisia claims Gaza flotilla was hit with 'premeditated' drone attack
After previously saying there were no drones in the area, Tunisia claims “premeditated aggression” on Gaza aid flotilla.
Amid Western pressure
Iran resumes limited cooperation with IAEA amid Western pressure
Iran signs new nuclear framework with IAEA in Cairo, marking first talks since June war with Israel. Tehran demands guarantees before resuming US negotiations.
Second night in a row
Second night in a row: Gaza flotilla again claims it was struck by a drone
Global Sumud Flotilla claims a second boat was hit by a drone en route to Gaza, a night after Tunisia said no UAV presence was noted in the area.
Trump:
Trump: I’m not thrilled about the Israeli strike in Qatar
President Trump voices strong disapproval of Israel’s strike on Hamas leaders in Doha, calling it “not a good situation” and stressing the urgent need to recover hostages.
IAEA chief:
IAEA chief: Time running out to resume Iran nuclear inspections
IAEA chief Rafael Grossi warns time is short to resume nuclear inspections in Iran. Talks continue as Europe threatens sanctions unless Tehran complies and re-engages in nuclear diplomacy.
Gaza flotilla claims it was attacked by drone in Tunisia
Gaza-bound flotilla docked in Tunisia reports suspected drone strike. All aboard are safe. Tunisia's National Guard: No drone activity detected in the area.
Report:
Report: Qatar PM presses Hamas to accept US ceasefire-hostage deal
Qatar’s PM urges Hamas to “respond positively” to a US-backed Gaza ceasefire-hostage deal during talks in Doha.
Iran’s FM:
Iran’s FM: Ready to resume nuclear talks - if US shows respect
Iran says it’s close to a new IAEA deal, but demands respect and sovereignty before resuming nuclear cooperation.
Danish FM:
Danish FM: No Palestinian state without disarmament, democracy, Israel recognition
Danish FM Rasmussen says Copenhagen won’t recognize a Palestinian state without key preconditions.
Greta Thunberg’s Gaza flotilla docks in Tunisia
Greta Thunberg’s flotilla carrying aid to Gaza docks in Tunisia to mass support. The group plans to resume its journey in days.
Trump:
Trump: I think we’ll have a Gaza deal very soon
President Trump says a Gaza ceasefire and hostage release deal may be close, expresses hope that all hostages - living and dead - will be returned.
South Sudan:
South Sudan: No agreement to accept Gazans or US convicts
South Sudan again denies plans to accept Palestinian Arabs from Gaza or US deportees, citing no deals with Israel or Washington amid rising internal unrest.
Iran cuts ties with Australia over antisemitic arson allegations
Iran downgrades ties with Australia after Canberra expelled its envoy over alleged antisemitic arson plots. Tehran denies accusations, calling them "ridiculous and baseless".
Houthis claim:
Houthis claim: Detained UN staff spied for Israel and US
Houthis claim that 11 UN workers who were arrested this week were spying for Israel and the US.
'A moral decision'
'A moral decision': Sa’ar applauds Rubio’s sanctions on ICC-linked Palestinian NGOs
Foreign Minister Gideon Sa’ar praises US Secretary of State for sanctioning Palestinian NGOs aiding the ICC’s “politicized crusade” against Israel, calling it a moral stand for international law and Israeli sovereignty.
US sanctions Palestinian Arab NGOs over ICC actions against Israel
Secretary of State Marco Rubio announces sanctions against three Palestinian Arab NGOs for aiding ICC efforts to prosecute Israelis, citing threats to sovereignty and opposition to the court’s jurisdiction over non-member states.
BDS urges fans to shun Radiohead’s first tour in seven years
Radiohead’s first tour in seven years faces backlash as pro-Palestinian Arab activists call for a boycott over guitarist Jonny Greenwood’s performance in Tel Aviv with Israeli artist Dudu Tassa.
Report:
Report: Netanyahu blocked Macron visit over Palestinian state recognition
Israel reportedly denied Macron’s snap visit request, demanding he retract support for a Palestinian state. Macron refused.
'Free speech concerns'
Judge blocks Trump bid to strip Harvard of $2.2 billion, cites free speech concerns
Federal judge halts the Trump administration’s attempt to cut $2.2 billion in Harvard funding, ruling it used antisemitism as a “smokescreen” and violated free speech and academic freedom protections.
Boehler to Hamas:
Boehler to Hamas: Better pay attention to Trump
US hostage envoy Adam Boehler advises Hamas to listen to Trump’s demands that it release all 20 living Israeli hostages, after the group claims interest in a deal but keeps its old preconditions.
'From River to Sea'
George Mason University faces backlash over SJP's 'From River to Sea' video
George Mason University’s SJP chapter posts a controversial video calling for Palestinian "liberation" and praising Hamas. The university, after suspending the group for radical actions, is now reviewing the video for possible legal violations.
Iran:
Iran: US missile demands sabotage nuclear talks
Iran says nuclear talks with the US remain possible, but missile restrictions demanded by Washington are obstructing progress, warns such conditions “negate any talks.”
Houthis strike ship in Red Sea over alleged Israeli ties
Houthis claim drone and missile strike on ship in Red Sea over Israeli ties, days after Israel eliminated their prime minister in Sanaa.
Sa'ar blasts Macron:
Sa'ar blasts Macron: He is trying to intervene in a conflict to which he is not a party
Foreign Minister Gideon Sa’ar blasts French President Macron for opposing US visa bans on PA officials, accusing him of ignoring incitement and terror rewards while destabilizing the region with misguided interference.