UPenn President:
UPenn President: A call for genocide of Jewish people is evil, plain and simple
University of Pennsylvania President seeks to clarify conduct during hearing on campus antisemitism.
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Emir of Qatar accuses Israel of 'genocide' in Gaza
Despite the accusations, Qatar recently brokered the hostage deal between Israel and Hamas.
House approves resolution condemning antisemitism
Measure passes by vote of 311 to 14, Some Democrats take issue with language stating that “anti-Zionism is antisemitism.”
'Antisemitic hypocrite':
'Antisemitic hypocrite': Israeli officials blast UN rapporteur's anti-Israel comment
Foreign Ministry officials criticize UN official Francesca Albanese's post accusing Israel of genocide against Palestinian Arabs.
Columbia University cancels teach-in justifying Hamas massacre
Columbia University shuts down pro-Palestinian Arab student group's planned discussion that aimed to justify October 7 attack.
Canadian city walks back decision not to display menorah
Mayor of Moncton, New Brunswick, admits mistake in deciding not to display menorah outside city hall during Hanukkah.
US national security adviser:
US national security adviser: We're working on appropriate action in response to Houthis
White House national security adviser Jake Sullivan: The Houthis are the ones with their finger on the trigger but Iran is responsible.
Report:
Report: Red Cross president to visit Gaza
President of the International Committee of the Red Cross will visit the Gaza Strip, promote Red Cross visit to hostages held by Hamas.
US threatens to respond after ships attacked in Red Sea
CENTCOM says Houthi rebels attacked three commercial vessels in the Red Sea, promises “appropriate responses”.
Britain sends destroyer to the Gulf amid regional tensions
UK Defense Secretary Grant Shapps says HMS Diamond will keep Britain and its interests safe.
Report:
Report: Israel and Hamas agree to extend truce by one more day
Egyptian officials say deal is expected to involve the release of another 10 hostages. Despite report, rocket fired from Gaza.
Ambassador Erdan:
Ambassador Erdan: Israel has zero trust in antisemitic UN Commission of Inquiry
Israel’s UN Ambassador rejects UN Commission of Inquiry’s probe of sexual crimes perpetrated by Hamas on October 7.
Biden:
Biden: We remain determined to secure the release of every hostage
US President hails ceasefire agreement which led to release of hostages, says it has "delivered meaningful results".
Erdan responds to UN chief:
Erdan responds to UN chief: He does not acknowledge Hamas committed any crimes
Israel's UN Ambassador responds to Secretary-General's remarks about sex crimes committed by Hamas on October 7.
Almost two months later:
Almost two months later: UN chief acknowledges Hamas rapes
UN Secretary-General says there are "accounts" that Hamas committed sexual violence. Erdan: Even now he refuses to accept the evidence.
Over antisemitism:
UC Berkeley sued by Jewish groups over campus antisemitism
Jewish groups claim the university has become a hotbed of "unchecked" antisemitism, including at its law school.
Overwhelming majority:
With overwhelming majority: House approves resolution affirming Israel's right to exist
House of Representatives approves resolution which affirms Israel’s right to exist by a majority of 412 to 1.
Iran denies involvement in attacks on ships in Yemen
Iran's Foreign Ministry Spokesman rejects claims Iran was involved in attacks on Israeli-linked vessels in the Red Sea.
US official:
US official: We don't believe Hamas intentionally held back 2 Americans
The White House does not believe Hamas purposefully held back American women as part of hostage release, says Biden administration official.
Montreal:
Montreal: Jewish community center hit with firebomb
The incident is the latest in a string of antisemitic incidents in the city in recent weeks.
US Navy ensures tanker seized near Yemen is safe
US Navy vessel responds to distress call from chemical tanker Central Park, which was seized off the coast of Aden.
US national security adviser:
US national security adviser: We're working to bring back hostages held by other groups
US national security adviser Jake Sullivan says other groups in Gaza are holding hostages and efforts are underway to bring them back.
Toronto reports sharp rise in antisemitic incidents
Friends of Simon Wiesenthal Center says it is dismayed by 192 percent increase in antisemitic incidents since October 7.
Report:
Report: Elon Musk to visit Israel next week
Channel 12 News reports that owner of X and Starlink will meet Herzog and Netanyahu and will visit the area near the Gaza border.
Yemen:
US shoots down drones fired from Houthi-controlled areas in Yemen
The incident comes amid heightened tensions with the Iranian-backed Houthis.
Biden speaks to Netanyahu, welcomes hostage deal
White House says Biden assured Netanyahu he will continue working to secure the release of all remaining hostages.
Seattle-area synagogue vandalized
FBI investigating after Herzl-Ner Tamid Conservative Congregation in Mercer Island vandalized.
South Africa:
South Africa: Lawmakers vote in favor of cutting ties with Israel
Majority of lawmakers vote in favor of motion calling for closure of the Israeli embassy and cutting of diplomatic ties with Israel.
Canada:
Canadian province of Manitoba to make Holocaust education more prominent
Jewish groups welcome the move, which was motivated by discussions with concerned Jewish students.
US strikes Iranian-backed militiamen in Iraq
The strike follows repeated attacks against US bases in Iraq and Syria.
Amid tensions over Gaza war:
Israel recalls ambassador from South Africa amid tensions over Gaza war
Foreign Ministry announces that the Ambassador to South Africa has been recalled following the "latest statements from South Africa".
EU foreign policy chief:
EU foreign policy chief: Palestinian state is the best guarantee for Israel's security
EU foreign policy chief Josep Borrell claims the establishment of a Palestinian state would be the best way of ensuring Israel's security.
Red Cross president meets Hamas leader Haniyeh in Qatar
The Red Cross has not been permitted to visit the more than 200 hostages who are held by Hamas in Gaza.
Iran unveils new hypersonic ballistic missile
IRGC unveils new domestically-developed hypersonic ballistic missile, called Fattah-2.
'Int'l law must be adhered to'
UN human rights chief criticizes Israel over Gaza war: Int'l law must be adhered to
UN High Commissioner for Human Rights, Volker Turk, criticizes Israel's actions in Gaza, fails to condemn Hamas.
Former IRGC chief:
Former IRGC chief: Additional fronts will join the conflict in Gaza
Former IRGC commander Mohsen Rezaee becomes the latest Iranian official to threaten Israel amid Gaza war.
South Africa:
South Africa's ruling party supports suspension of ties with Israel
African National Congress will support motion by leftist party to suspend ties with Israel until it agrees to a ceasefire in Gaza.
Quds Force head:
Quds Force head: We will do whatever it takes to help Hamas in the war
Quds Force commander Esmail Ghaani reassures Hamas Iran will help it in its war against Israel.
Ilhan Omar leads effort to block military aid to Israel
Lawmakers from the Democratic Party, led by Omar, introduce bill seeking to block a $320 million arms sale to Israel.
Syria claims:
Syria claims: We shot down Israeli missiles fired towards Damascus
Syrian state media reports that the country’s air defense confronted "enemy targets" in the surroundings of the capital Damascus.
