Rockets launched from Iraq towards US military base in Syria
At least five rockets launched from Iraq's town of Zummar towards a US military base in northeastern Syria. Iraqi security forces searching for the perpetrators.
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'Unethical and unjustified'
PA blasts US veto at the UN Security Council: Unethical and unjustified
PA chairman Mahmoud Abbas blasts the US after it vetoed a UN Security Council resolution which would have accepted the PA as a full member state.
Iranian FM warns Israel:
Iranian FM warns Israel: Our response will be immediate and at a maximum level
In interview with CNN, Iranian Foreign Minister Hossein Amir-Abdollahian warns Israel against taking any military action against his country.
'Like speaking to a brick wall'
Erdan walks out of UNSC meeting on PA recognition: This is like speaking to a brick wall
Israel’s Ambassador to the UN abruptly leaves discussion on resolution to accept the Palestinian Authority as a full member state: I won’t try to fix what is already broken.
US vetoes
US vetoes, Security Council resolution accepting PA as full member fails to pass
12 countries voted in favor of the resolution. Two countries abstained.
Canada:
Canada: Ban on keffiyeh's in Ontario legislature causes uproar
Ontario Premier urges Speaker of the Legislative Assembly of Ontario to lift a ban he announced on the wearing of keffiyeh scarves in the legislature.
US official:
US official: Israel unlikely to strike Iran until after Passover
Israeli sources tell ABC News that Israel prepared for and then aborted retaliatory strikes against Iran on at least two nights this past week.
Qatar to re-evaluate its role as Israel-Hamas mediator
Qatar’s Prime Minister says his country is re-evaluating its role as mediator in ceasefire talks, claims its efforts are being undermined by politicians seeking to score points.
Following attack on Israel:
EU leaders agree to step up sanctions against Iran following attack on Israel
EU leaders condemn Iran's attack on Israel, say they will take further restrictive measures against Iran.
House approves:
House approves: 'From the River to the Sea' is antisemitic
US House of Representatives passes, by a majority of 377 to 44, a resolution condemning the chant “From the River to the Sea, Palestine will be free” as antisemitic.
UN committee unable to agree on PA full membership
Security Council committee considering PA's application to become a full UN member unable to make a unanimous recommendation on whether it met the criteria.
After Iranian attack
After Iranian attack | US: We will impose new sanctions on Iran
US National Security Adviser Jake Sullivan announces that the US will impose new sanctions on Iran's missile and drone program and expects its allies to follow suit.
Report:
Report: US to restrict movement of Iranian Foreign Minister in New York
Source says the US will restrict the movements of Iranian Foreign Minister Hossein Amir-Abdollahian and his delegation while they are in New York for a meeting at the United Nations.
Erdogan:
Erdogan: Netanyahu to blame for Iranian attack on Israel
Turkish President says Netanyahu "and his bloody administration" are the main ones to blame for Iran's first direct attack on Israel.
In call with Gallant:
Sec. Austin reaffirms 'goal of regional stability' in call with Gallant
US Secretary of Defense and Defense Minister speak for the fourth time in recent days, amid speculation that Israel plans to retaliate for Iranian attack.
Portugal's PM:
Portugal's PM: We're not ready to recognize a Palestinian state
Portuguese Prime Minister Luis Montenegro meets Spanish counterpart, who has been calling for recognition of a Palestinian state, says he will wait for EU and UN to work out a common position on the issue.
San Francisco:
San Francisco: Anti-Israel protesters shut down Golden Gate Bridge
Golden Gate Bridge reopens after demonstrators protesting the war in Gaza shut it down. Several arrests made.
Israeli official:
Israeli official: Jordan allowed Israeli fighter jets into its airspace
Israeli air force official says Jordan allowed Israeli fighter jets into its airspace to intercept incoming Iranian missiles and drones during Saturday's attack.
After Iranian attack:
After Iranian attack: Biden stresses need to pass Israel aid bill in Congress
Biden speaks to top four congressional leaders, urges passage of Israel aid bill that Democrats and Republicans have clashed over.
Austin to Gallant:
Austin to Gallant: We will continue to take action to defend Israel and US personnel
US Defense Secretary and Defense Minister speak, for the third time this weekend, after Iran's attack on Israel.
US army:
US army: We destroyed more than 80 drones during Iranian attack
CENTCOM says US forces destroyed more than 80 Iranian drones and at least six ballistic missiles intended to strike Israel from Iran and Yemen.
Ben Gvir responds
Khamenei posts in Hebrew, Ben Gvir responds
Iran’s Supreme Leader mocked after posting in Hebrew to social media site X and including footage of interceptions of Iranian missiles over Temple Mount.
'The wrong side of history'
'The wrong side of history': Israel blasts new Irish PM's comments on Gaza
Foreign Ministry criticizes Ireland’s new Prime Minister, Simon Harris, after he fails to mention the hostages being held by Hamas while criticizing Israel's actions in Gaza.
Security Council fails to reach consensus on PA membership bid
UN Security Council ad hoc committee discusses PA bid for full UN membership, but fails to reach an agreement, meaning the effort is now likely headed for a more formal council vote.
Blinken to counterparts:
Blinken to counterparts: Dissuade Iran from attacking Israel
US Secretary of State speaks to his Chinese, Turkish, Saudi and European counterparts on Iranian plans to retaliate for attack on its consulate in Damascus.
Austin to Gallant:
Austin to Gallant: Israel can count on full US support to defend itself
Pentagon Press Secretary says Secretary of Defense Austin reiterated to Defense Minister Gallant “ironclad US support for Israel's defense in the face of growing threats from Iran and its regional proxies.”
Iran to US:
Iran to US: Our response to Israel will be 'non-escalatory'
Iranian sources tell Reuters that Iran has signalled to Washington that it will respond to the attack attributed to Israel on its Syrian embassy in a way that aims to avoid major escalation.
'Israel will be held accountable'
Erdogan offers condolences to Hamas leader: Israel will be held accountable for its crimes
Turkish President calls Hamas leader Ismail Haniyeh to offer condolences after three of his sons were eliminated in an Israeli air strike in Gaza.
Houthis claim:
Houthis claim: We targeted a US warship
Yemen's Houthi rebels say they targeted four vessels, including what they described as a US warship, with drones and naval missiles.
House Speaker Mike Johnson:
House Speaker Mike Johnson: Biden has transformed into an anti-Israel president
US House Speaker Mike Johnson blasts President Joe Biden: He’s more concerned with placating the antisemitism in his base than standing with Israel.
Spanish PM:
Spanish PM: Israel's response in Gaza risks destabilizing the Middle East
Spanish Prime Minister Pedro Sanchez criticizes Israel, insists recognition of a Palestinian state is "in Europe's geopolitical interests".
Blinken to Gallant:
Blinken to Gallant: The US will stand with Israel against any threats by Iran
US Secretary of State speaks with Defense Minister amid speculations Iran is planning an imminent attack.
Germany at ICJ:
Germany at ICJ: Israel's security is at the core of our foreign policy
Germany rejects accusations from Nicaragua at ICJ that it has been “facilitating genocide” in Gaza through its support for Israel.
France threatens sanctions on Israel over Gaza aid
France's Foreign Minister says pressure, and possibly sanctions, must be imposed on Israel to open crossings to get humanitarian aid to Gaza.
Irish Foreign Minister:
Irish Foreign Minister: Recognition of a Palestinian state will happen
Irish Deputy Premier and Foreign Minister Micheal Martin says he will be bringing a formal proposal on the recognition of Palestinian statehood to Government.
British Foreign Secretary:
British Foreign Secretary: We will not suspend arms exports to Israel
Despite pressure on the British government, Foreign Secretary David Cameron says the UK’s position on export licenses to Israel remains “unchanged”.
Toronto:
Toronto: Posters depicting children hostages defaced with swastikas
Posters in Toronto depicting four-year-old Ariel Bibas and one-year-old Kfir Bibas vandalized with swastikas. Toronto Mayor condemns.
Biden:
Biden: I think what Netanyahu is doing is a mistake
US President ups his criticism of Netanyahu over the war in Gaza: I don’t agree with his approach.
Harris to hostages' families:
Harris to hostages' families: No higher priority than reuniting hostages with loved ones
US Vice President meets families of Americans taken hostage by Hamas on October 7, provides update on US efforts to secure the release of all hostages.
UN Security Council refers PA's membership bid to committee
UN Security Council president refers PA's application to become a full member to the committee on the admission of new member, which will meet on Thursday.
