Buffalo supermarket shooter sentenced to life in prison
The shooter, Payton Gendron, pleaded guilty in November to crimes including murder and domestic terrorism motivated by hate.
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Security Council likely to condemn Israel over construction in Judea and Samaria
Security Council considering draft resolution that would demand Israel "immediately and completely cease all settlement activities".
Pence to resist subpoena in Trump probe
Source says former Vice President preparing to resist subpoena for testimony about efforts to overturn 2020 election results.
US army downs Iranian-made drone in Syria
CENTCOM says the drone was attempting to conduct reconnaissance of a patrol base in northeast Syria.
At the end of 2024:
Sen. Dianne Feinstein to retire from Congress at the end of 2024
Democrat from California will retire after three decades in the Senate and over 50 years in public office.
Canada joins criticism of Israel:
Canada joins criticism of Israel: We strongly oppose the expansion of settlements
Canada criticizes Israel’s plans to authorize nine towns in Judea and Samaria: Such unilateral actions jeopardize efforts to achieve peace.
After balloon shot down:
After balloon shot down: Blinken considering meeting top Chinese diplomat
US Secretary of State considering meeting top Chinese diplomat at Munich Security Conference.
Iran:
Iran: We welcome Iraq's efforts to help resume nuclear talks
Spokesman for Iran's Foreign Ministry says Iran will seriously consider Iraq's efforts to play role in talks to restore 2015 deal.
Report:
Report: FM Cohen to meet Erdogan
Foreign Minister Eli Cohen is expected to visit Ankara and meet Turkey's President and Foreign Minister.
China claims:
China claims: More than 10 US balloons have flown in our airspace this past year
China claims US balloons have flown illegally in its airspace over the past year, and the US should "change course".
EU criticizes Israel:
EU criticizes Israel: Settlements are illegal under international law
European Union criticizes plans to authorize communities in Judea and Samaria: Important to consider steps to de-escalate the situation.
PA chairman:
PA chairman: The State of Palestine will continue going to international courts
Dozens of leaders and senior officials from Arab and Islamic countries gather in Cairo, criticize Israel.
Following Saturday rocket fire:
Following Saturday night rocket fire: IDF strikes Hamas targets in Gaza
Sirens sound in area near Gaza Strip moments after the strike. Four launches identified, three explode in the air and one in an open area.
US official:
US official: We strongly oppose expansion of settlements
Senior US administration official: We’re concerned by reports about a process to legalize outposts that are illegal under Israeli law.
'We must work together':
Israeli actress Gal Gadot backs Herzog's speech: We must work together
Popular Israeli actress takes to Instagram following President's speech calling for compromises on proposed judicial reform.
Sources:
Sources: Iran smuggled drones into Russia using boats and state airline
Sources reveal to The Guardian how Iran smuggled new types of advanced long-range armed drones to Russia for use in Ukraine.
US military shoots down object over Lake Huron
The operation marks the third day in a row that an unidentified object was shot down over North American airspace.
Alec Baldwin sued by relatives of cinematographer shot on set
Parents and sister of “Rust” cinematographer file new lawsuit against Alec Baldwin and others involved in the film.
Greece:
Far-right political party in Greece banned from running in election
The Greek National Party is led by a former member of the Golden Dawn party, which has neo-Nazi origins.
'Puts pressure on the occupation'
PA welcomes Barcelona boycott of Israel: This step puts pressure on the occupation
PA foreign affairs bureau praises Mayor of Barcelona's decision to suspend all institutional relations with Israel.
Biden:
Biden: I haven't yet made a firm decision on 2024 presidential run
US President says he “probably” intends to seek reelection in 2024 but has yet to make the decision "firmly."
Following UN request:
Following UN request: ICJ sets initial dates for submissions on Israeli 'occupation'
ICJ takes next step after General Assembly voted in favor of seeking its opinion on the legality of Israeli "occupation".
Biden on China relations:
Biden on China relations: We’re not looking for conflict
US President says he does not believe the US downing of Chinese surveillance balloon will negatively impact relations.
'Due to human rights violations'
Barcelona suspends ties with Israel, cites 'violation of human rights of Palestinians'
Barcelona Mayor says the city will maintain ties with entities that "work against apartheid".
Republican senators introduce bill to sanction ICC
Bill cites the ICC's investigation of Israel and other American allies that do not recognize its authority.
Zoom to lay off 15 percent of its staff
The platform became a household name during the COVID-19 pandemic but has seen customers cutting back on spending.
IAEA chief:
IAEA chief: If talks with Iran fail, the situation could worsen
Head of UN nuclear watchdog underscores urgency of resuscitating efforts to limit Iran’s nuclear program.
China rebuffs US request for phone call between Defense Ministers
Pentagon spokesperson says China declined the request after US downed spy balloon.
The aftershocks continue:
The aftershocks continue: Another earthquake felt in Israel
Residents of Jerusalem and parts of Judea and Samaria report feeling an earthquake, which measured at 3.5 on the Richter scale.
Iran:
Iran: 'Diplomatic dynamism' exists in talks to revive nuclear deal
Spokesman for Iran’s Foreign Ministry says Iran welcomes goodwill efforts to resolve stalemate in nuclear talks.
Six months after stabbing:
Salman Rushdie publishing new book six months after stabbing attack
Rushdie's new book, “Victory City”, will be published on Tuesday.
Following earthquake:
Following earthquake: Prisoners escape Syria prison which holds ISIS members
At least 20 prisoners take advantage of earthquake, escape prison in northwest Syria which holds mostly ISIS group members.
Tel Aviv shows solidarity with Turkey
City hall of Tel Aviv lit with Turkish flag following the devastating earthquake that hit the country.
Biden:
Biden: US-China relations weren't weakened by downing of spy balloon
Biden on balloon incident: We made it clear to China what we're going to do. They understand our position.
Earthquake kills 568 in Turkey and Syria, rattles Israel
The earthquake was felt in many parts of the country. It originated in central Turkey and measured 7.8 on the Richter scale.
Trump:
Trump: Chinese surveillance balloons during my term? It never happened
Former President refutes claims by Biden administration officials that Chinese surveillance balloons transited US during his administration.
Report:
Report: Russia and Iran planning Iranian drone facility in Russia
Officials say Moscow and Tehran are moving ahead with plans to build factory in Russia that could make thousands of Iranian-designed drones.
US military:
US military: We're searching for remnants of downed Chinese surveillance balloon
US Navy working to recover the balloon and its payload, a day after it was shot down off the coast of the Carolinas.
NBA:
NBA star accused of antisemitism to be traded to team owned by Jew
Kyrie Irving to be traded from Brooklyn Nets to Dallas Mavericks, which is owned by Jewish entrepreneur Mike Cuban.
Syria:
Syria: Chemical weapons watchdog is pandering to the West
Syria dismisses OPCW report on 2018 chemical attack in Douma, says the agency is biased towards “Western positions."
