US strikes pro-Iranian militia in Iraq
The strikes are in retaliation for multiple attacks against US forces in Iraq and Syria.
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'Worthless accusation':
'Worthless accusation': Iran rejects US claims it fired a drone towards tanker
Iran's foreign ministry says Washington's claims are meant to cover up its support for "Zionist crimes".
Iran’s navy boasts of new sophisticated cruise missiles
Iran claims it has added the domestically produced Talaeieh and Nasir cruise missiles to its arsenal.
Houthis claim US missile exploded near ship in Red Sea
Houthi spokesman warns Red Sea will be a "burning arena" if the US continues its "bullying".
Hamas arrests alleged 'collaborators' with Israel
Hamas claims it arrested group of Palestinian Arabs who sought to collect intelligence in Gaza after October 7 massacre.
Pentagon:
Pentagon: More than 20 countries taking part in anti-Houthi coalition
Pentagon says more than 20 countries have agreed to participate in the new US-led coalition safeguarding commercial traffic in the Red Sea.
US willing to support:
Security Council vote on Gaza aid delayed again, US willing to support
United States says it can now support the proposal after securing desired changes to its wording.
Due to Gaza war:
Malaysia bans Israeli-flagged ships from docking at its ports due to Gaza war
Malaysian Prime Minister Anwar Ibrahim accuses Israel of ignoring basic humanitarian principles and violating international law in Gaza.
Macron:
Macron: Fighting terrorism does not mean flattening Gaza
French President again criticizes Israel's response to Hamas attack: Stop this response because it is not appropriate.
Security Council vote on Gaza ceasefire postponed again
President Joe Biden says the United States is still working through whether to support the resolution.
Kim Jong Un:
Kim Jong Un: If provoked, we won't hesitate to respond with nuclear attack
North Korean leader issues warning to the world days after the country twice fired ballistic missiles.
Antisemitic incidents in Toronto have nearly doubled this year
Friends of Simon Wiesenthal Center expresses concern over continued rise in antisemitism in Toronto: The trajectory is alarming.
Report:
Report: US and allies considering military strikes against Houthis
Planning is reportedly underway for the strikes, but sources say the US still wants to give diplomacy a chance.
International statement condemns Houthi attacks in Red Sea
US, EU, NATO and 44 countries blast Houthi rebels' hostilities in the Red Sea.
South Africa warns:
South Africa warns: Citizens fighting for Israel could face prosecution at home
South African government "gravely concerned" over reports that South African nationals have joined the IDF to fight in Gaza.
Sisi declared winner of Egypt's presidential election
Egypt's President wins a new six-year term with 89.6 percent of the vote.
CENTCOM:
CENTCOM: Houthis attacked two vessels in the Red Sea
Blinken speaks to Saudi Foreign Minister, condemns Houthi attacks on commercial vessels in the Red Sea.
Security Council postpones vote on new ceasefire in Gaza
Prolonged negotiations lead UN Security Council to postpone vote on a UAE-proposed resolution that seeks a new ceasefire in Gaza.
US officially announces multinational task force to deal with Houthi attacks
The United Kingdom, Bahrain, Canada, France, Italy, Netherlands, Norway, Seychelles and Spain will join the US in the new mission.
For the first time:
For the first time: Candidate for German far-right party wins mayoral election
A candidate for Alternative for Germany elected mayor of the eastern town of Pirna, marking another milestone for the party.
Security Council to vote to demand aid access for Gaza
The vote will come days after the Security Council failed to pass resolution calling for an immediate humanitarian ceasefire in Gaza.
North Korea resumes missile tests, fires two ballistic missiles
Observers believe the launches are a protest against South Korea and the US moves to bolster their nuclear deterrence plans.
Shipping company denies
Houthis claim they struck a Danish ship sailing towards Israel, shipping company denies
Danish shipping company Maersk says its vessel was unharmed, after Houthis say they fired a drone towards it.
Senior US official:
Senior US official: Sinwar's days are numbered
Senior US official tells reporters that Hamas leader has American blood on his hands: No matter how long it takes, justice will be served.
New BBC chair to review network's coverage of Israel-Hamas war
The BBC has come under fire for its refusal to refer to Hamas as “terrorists”, as well as for the blatant anti-Israel bias in its reporting.
House condemns antisemitism on college campuses
House of Representatives passes bipartisan resolution denouncing university presidents who testified before Congress last week.
White House spokesperson:
White House spokesperson: Israel is protecting civilians in ways even we wouldn't
National Security Council spokesman John Kirby highlights some of the steps the IDF has taken to prevent civilian casualties in Gaza.
Houthi official warns cargo ships not to travel to 'occupied Palestine'
Senior official from Yemen's Houthis issues warning to cargo ships in the Red Sea after the rebels launched a missile towards a cruiser.
Rutgers University suspends Students for Justice in Palestine
Several universities have taken action against the organization since the start of the war.
UN votes against Israel
UN votes against Israel | Erdan: If you want a real ceasefire in Gaza, call Sinwar
Israel’s Ambassador to the UN presents General Assembly with the phone number of Hamas’ headquarters in Gaza ahead of vote on ceasefire.
New York:
New York: New charge against man accused of firing at Albany synagogue
New York man who allegedly fired a shotgun outside synagogue charged with conspiracy to make a false statement during purchase of a firearm.
Red Cross president to visit Israel
President of the International Committee of the Red Cross expected to meet Herzog, Netanyahu, and families of hostages still held by Hamas.
Yemen:
Yemen: Cruise missile fired by Houthis strikes commercial tanker
Fire breaks out in vessel which was attacked. Crew not hurt. Houthis: We will be making an important statement in the coming hours.
US national security adviser to visit Israel
US national security adviser Jake Sullivan expected to meet senior government officials and discuss humanitarian aid to Gaza Strip.
UN General Assembly to demand immediate ceasefire in Gaza
Diplomats say the UN General Assembly is likely to vote Tuesday on a draft resolution demanding an immediate humanitarian ceasefire.
Syria claims:
Syria claims: Israel struck targets in the Damascus area
Syrian military official says the Syrian air defense systems intercepted some of the missiles.
UAE asks Security Council to vote on demand for Gaza ceasefire
United Arab Emirates seeks Friday vote on draft resolution that demands an immediate humanitarian ceasefire.
White House official:
White House official: We haven't given Israel a deadline to end the war'
White House national security aide Jon Finer: If the war ended now, Hamas would continue to pose a threat.
US official:
US official: Israel agreed to open Kerem Shalom border crossing
US official says Israel has agreed to open Kerem Shalom crossing but only for screening of humanitarian aid delivered via Rafah crossing.
Biden to Netanyahu:
Biden to Netanyahu: Hamas' refusal to release hostages led to end of ceasefire
US President, in conversation with Netanyahu, stresses "critical need to protect civilians", White House says.
