Blinken to Gallant:
Blinken to Gallant: Alternatives exist to a ground invasion of Rafah
US Secretary of State meets Defense Minister Gallant, reiterates US opposition to a major ground operation in Rafah.
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Former UNRWA official:
Former UNRWA official: Haniyeh was a teacher in one of our schools
Former UNRWA official acknowledges that Hamas leader was a teacher in UNRWA school, claims Western countries "corrupted" the UNRWA curricula.
'This is collective punishment'
AOC defends accusing Israel of genocide: This is collective punishment
Rep. Alexandria Ocasio-Cortez claims the humanitarian crisis in Gaza has “crossed the threshold of intent.”
US Army and Jordanian Air Force airdrop aid into Gaza
CENTCOM says the latest airdrop included 13,080 meal equivalents.
Following Moscow attack:
France raises terror alert to highest level in wake of Moscow attack
French Prime Minister Gabriel Attal says the decision was made in light of ISIS claiming responsibility for the Moscow attack and "the threats weighing on our country".
Rep. Tlaib charges:
Rep. Tlaib charges: Israel is using starvation as a weapon of war
Rep. Rashida Tlaib continues to level accusations at Israel amid the war against Hamas.
Blinken:
Blinken: Good progress has been made on Israel-Saudi normalization
US Secretary of State says the United States and Saudi Arabia have made "good progress" in talks on normalizing ties between the kingdom and Israel.
Schumer hints:
Schumer hints he's not opposed to Netanyahu speaking to Congress
Senate Majority Leader comments on House Speaker's intent to invite Netanyahu for a speech: I will always welcome the opportunity for the Prime Minister of Israel to speak to Congress in a bipartisan way.
US to submit draft UNSC resolution on Gaza
US says the new resolution will urge "an immediate ceasefire" in Gaza linked to the release of the hostages held by Hamas.
Saudi Arabia announces funding for UNRWA
Saudi Arabia says it will provide $40 million in funding to UNRWA that will provide food and tents.
John Kirby:
John Kirby: Netanyahu can decide for himself who he wants to talk to
US National Security Council spokesman comments on Netanyahu's decision to speak to Senate Republicans via video: Support for Israel has been a long-standing bipartisan issue in this country.
Netanyahu as vampire
Canadian newspaper publishes antisemitic cartoon depicting Netanyahu as a vampire
Quebec-based newspaper La Presse criticized for publishing caricature of Netanyahu as the vampire in the movie Nosferatu.
Congress address?
House Speaker considering inviting Netanyahu to address Congress
House Speaker Mike Johnson says he is considering inviting Netanyahu to address Congress: It's very important for us to show solidarity and support for Israel right now.
UN review of UNRWA:
UN review of UNRWA: Critical areas still need to be addressed
UN independent review group says UNRWA is doing everything within its power to ensure neutrality, but has also identified critical areas that still need to be addressed.
Netanyahu to Republicans:
Netanyahu to Republicans: Israel will continue its efforts to defeat Hamas
Republican Senators who attended Netanyahu's address at their policy lunch say the PM stressed he is going to finish the job in Gaza.
Planned attack in Sweden
Germany arrests two suspected ISIS members who allegedly planned attack in Sweden
Germany arrests two Afghan nationals for allegedly planning attack on the Swedish parliament in retaliation for Quran burnings which caused an uproar.
South African FM at it again:
South African FM at it again: Israel setting precedent to defy ICJ
South Africa’s Foreign Minister accuses Israel of defying ICJ interim ruling that it should take action to prevent acts of genocide as it fights Hamas in the Gaza Strip.
Report:
Report: US Congress deal bars funds to UNRWA until 2025
Sources say an agreement reached by US congressional leaders and the White House will continue a ban on US funding for UNRWA until March 2025.
Pentagon official:
Pentagon official: US Defense Secretary will host Gallant next week
Pentagon official says Secretary Lloyd Austin will host Defense Minister Yoav Gallant next week for a bilateral meeting at the US Defense Department.
Arab reports:
Arab reports: Commanders in pro-Iranian militias killed in strike in eastern Syria
Saudi channel and Syrian opposition organization report strike in eastern Syria, near the Iraqi border, in which five commanders in the pro-Iranian militias were killed. It was not revealed who was behind the attack.
UNRWA chief claims:
UNRWA chief claims: Israel blocked me from entering Gaza
UNRWA head Philippe Lazzarini: I intended to go into Rafah today, but my entry was declined. Israel responds: Another attempt by UNRWA to blame Israel for their own mistakes.
After significant alterations
After significant alterations, Canada approves motion on Palestinian statehood
Canada’s parliament approves NDP's motion, but not before the ruling Liberals alter the wording to water down the part calling on the government to recognize "Palestine".
Biden:
Biden: Target Hamas without major operation in Rafah
US President says he asked Netanyahu to send a team to Washington to discuss ways to target Hamas without a major ground operation in Rafah.
Schumer responds to Trump:
Schumer responds to Trump: To make Israel a partisan issue only hurts Israel
Senate Majority Leader fires back at Trump over criticism of Jews who vote for Democrats: Trump is making highly partisan and hateful rants.
Reports in Syria:
Reports in Syria: Explosions in Damascus following Israeli strike
News website affiliated with the Syrian opposition says the attack targeted military outposts northeast of the Syrian capital.
Trudeau to Gantz:
Trudeau to Gantz: Concerned over Israeli operation in Rafah
Canadian Prime Minister speaks to Minister Benny Gantz, condemns Hamas but also shares his concern around Israel’s planned offensive in the Gaza city of Rafah.
Biden to Irish PM:
Biden to Irish PM: Two-state solution is the only path to lasting peace
US President Joe Biden hosts Irish Prime Minister Leo Varadkar, calls for increase in the scope of humanitarian aid to Gaza and for a hostage release deal.
Nighttime operation in Gaza:
Nighttime operation in Gaza: IDF operating in Shifa Hospital
IDF troops launch precise operation in the area of the Shifa Hospital based on intelligence information indicating the use of the hospital by senior Hamas terrorists.
North Korea fires multiple ballistic missiles
The launches are North Korea's first known missile testing activities in about a month.
South African Jews:
South African Jewish community: Foreign Minister instigated a witch hunt against us
South African Board of Jewish Deputies blasts Foreign Minister Naledi Pandor who announced that dual South African-Israeli citizens who served in the IDF would be arrested.
US finalizes draft UN Security Council resolution on Gaza war
The draft supports international diplomatic efforts to establish Gaza ceasefire as part of a deal that releases the hostages.
Australia to resume funding to UNRWA
Australian Foreign Minister Penny Wong says the government will apply "stringent conditions" on the new funding agreement with UNRWA.
Abbas names Mohammad Mustafa as PA cabinet leader
US welcomes appointment of new PA cabinet leader as it pushes for reforms in the PA.
Schumer clarifies:
After uproar, Schumer clarifies: Israel has the right to choose its own leaders
Senate Majority Leader seeks to clarify remarks against the Israeli government which caused a firestorm: The US cannot dictate the outcome of an election.
Rep. Omar:
Rep. Omar: I will support Biden despite differences on Israel
Despite her criticism of Biden's support for Israel during the war in Gaza, Minnesota lawmaker says she will back him in the November election.
Pro-Gaza slogans
Signs promoting Eurovision in Sweden vandalized with pro-Gaza slogans
The anti-Israel graffiti was found after Israel unveiled its entry for Eurovision.
From sales of Kanye shoes
Adidas to donate to groups fighting antisemitism from sales of Kanye West's Yeezy shoes
Adidas cut ties with Kanye West in October of 2022 after he made a series of antisemitic outbursts.
At San Francisco Airport:
Anti-Israel protesters block terminal at San Francisco Airport
Hundreds of protesters demanding ceasefire in Gaza block international terminal at San Francisco International Airport.
Report:
Report: US held secret talks with Iran on Houthi attacks
US and Iranian officials tell The Financial Times the US has held secret talks with Iran in a bid to convince Tehran to use its influence over the Houthis to end attacks in the Red Sea.
Pentagon:
Pentagon: Temporary Gaza pier will be ready in about 60 days
Pentagon spokesperson says the temporary pier off the coast of Gaza is expected to be fully operational in about 60 days and will deliver two million meals daily.
