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.
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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.
EU foreign policy chief:
EU foreign policy chief: Hunger is being used as a war arm in Gaza
EU foreign affairs chief Josep Borrell again levels accusations at Israel, says the lack of aid entering Gaza is a "manmade" disaster.
Houthis claim:
Houthis claim: We attacked a US ship in the Red Sea
Houthi rebels claim they the "US ship Pinocchio", vow to escalate their operations.
Biden:
Biden: I have not scheduled a meeting with Netanyahu
US President tells reporters he has no plans to address the Knesset at this time, after expressing a desire to do so in a TV interview.
Erdan on UN chief:
Erdan: The Secretary-General cares more about terrorists than about our hostages
Israel’s Ambassador to the UN slams UN Secretary-General Antonio Guterres who called Israel’s war against Hamas a “catastrophic onslaught” against Gaza.
Saudi King:
Saudi King: Stop the brutal crimes against our brothers in Palestine
Saudi King denounces “heinous crimes” in the Gaza Strip in statement ahead of Ramadan.
Al-Qaeda offshoot announces death of its leader
Al-Qaeda in the Arabian Peninsula says its leader, Khalid Batarfi, was killed. No cause of death provided.
Spain announces additional funding to UNRWA
Spain will give UNRWA an additional 20 million euros in aid, after other countries suspended funding due to its ties to Hamas.
For allowing antisemitism
Two Jewish students file lawsuit against MIT for allowing antisemitism on campus
Two Jewish students accuse MIT of allowing antisemitism on campus that has resulted in them being intimidated, harassed and assaulted.
Canadian Prime Minister Trudeau won't confirm resumption of UNRWA funding
Canadian Prime Minister refuses to confirm reports that Canada intends to restore funding to UN agency for “Palestinian refugees”.
US threatens IAEA action against Iran
US threatens future action against Iran at UN nuclear watchdog if it continues its failure to cooperate in probe of uranium traces.
US to Iran:
US to Iran: Dilute all your highly enriched uranium
Responding to latest IAEA report, US calls on Iran to dilute all of the uranium it has enriched to up to 60% purity.
For the second time:
For the second time: South Africa asks ICJ to take new measures against Israel
South Africa petitions International Court of Justice to impose emergency measures on Israel over "widespread starvation" resulting from its offensive in Gaza.
After anti-Israel remarks:
Poll: Support for Brazilian President dips after anti-Israel remarks
New poll finds that approval of Brazilian President Luiz Inacio Lula da Silva's performance has slipped after he compared Israel's war in Gaza to Nazi genocide during World War II.
US army:
US army: The Houthis killed innocent civilians
US Central Command posts photo showing the damage caused to a commercial ship which was attacked by the Houthis, resulting in the deaths of three people.
2021 movie set shooting:
2021 movie set shooting: 'Rust' armorer found guilty of involuntary manslaughter
Hannah Gutierrez Reed, armorer of “Rust” starring Alec Baldwin, found guilty of involuntary manslaughter but acquitted of tampering with evidence.
For the first time:
For the first time: Houthi attack on ship results in fatalities
Houthis launch ballistic missile at commercial ship in the Gulf of Aden, resulting in at least two fatalities among crew members.
US conducts second airdrop of aid into Gaza
US army, in coordination with the Jordanian Air Force, drops over 36,800 US and Jordanian meal equivalents in northern Gaza.
In Red Sea:
US army shoots down Houthi missiles and drones in the Red Sea
US army announces strikes on Houthi targets after the Houthis claimed they targeted two US warship destroyers in the Red Sea.
UN rapporteur:
UN rapporteur: I haven't seen reports of rocket fire on Israel
Watch: UN's Special Rapporteur on violence against women and girls explains to Israeli TV why she hasn't condemned the rocket fire targeting millions of Israelis.
Blinken to Gantz:
Blinken to Gantz: Credible humanitarian plan needed prior to any operation in Rafah
Minister Benny Gantz meets US Secretary of State in Washington. State Department: The Secretary underscored the importance of reaching an agreement to achieve the release of Israeli hostages held by Hamas.
Belgium:
Belgium: Four arrested over planned terror attack in Brussels
Police in Belgium arrest an adult and three underage individuals suspected of plotting an attack against a concert hall in Brussels.
Hamas official claims:
Hamas official claims: We don't know how many hostages are alive
Amid talks on a hostage release deal, senior Hamas leader Bassem Naim claims a ceasefire is needed in order for Hamas to verify how many hostages are still alive.
Biden:
Biden: I will not let up on a hostage release deal
US President pledges to continue pushing for six-week ceasefire during which Hamas would release the hostages it is holding.
UNRWA chief warns:
UNRWA chief warns: Without additional funding, we will be in uncharted territory
UNRWA chief Philippe Lazzarini accuses Israel of "a deliberate and concerted campaign" against the agency.
Harris to Gantz:
Harris to Gantz: A credible humanitarian plan is needed before an operation in Rafah
US Vice President meets Minister Benny Gantz at the White House, calls on Hamas to accept ceasefire deal.
Joins other countries
Spain sanctions 12 residents of Judea and Samaria, joining the US, the UK and France
Spanish Foreign Minister announces that Spain has initiated a process of sanctioning 12 residents of Judea and Samaria who it claims committed violent acts against Palestinian Arabs.
Houthis vow:
Houthis vow: We will continue targeting British ships
Yemen's Houthis say they will continue targeting British ships in the Gulf of Aden following the sinking of a UK-owned vessel on the weekend.
Attack on military facility:
Iran executes alleged 'Mossad agent' over 2023 attack on military facility
Iran’s judiciary says it executed a “terrorist” over a 2023 drone attack that targeted a defense ministry site in Isfahan.
North of Toronto:
Man arrested at pro-Palestinian protest near synagogues north of Toronto
Man arrested after allegedly bringing a nail gun to a demonstration in the vicinity of synagogues in a suburb of Toronto.
VP Harris:
VP Harris: There must be in immediate ceasefire in Gaza
US Vice President calls on Israel and Hamas to accept a deal that would begin a six-week ceasefire in the Gaza Strip: Hamas claims it wants a ceasefire. There is a deal on the table.