European Broadcasting Union:
European Broadcasting Union welcomes postponement of closure of Israeli broadcaster
The EBU had previously expressed concerns over Minister Karhi's plans to close KAN.
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House to vote on Thursday on removal of Ilhan Omar from Foreign Affairs Committee
The vote was made possible after a second Republican holdout revealed he would back Omar's ouster.
IAEA blasts Iran over changes at Fordow plant
UN nuclear watchdog says in new report Iran made an undeclared change to uranium enrichment setup at the Fordow nuclear plant.
Britain:
Britain: Labour MP apologizes after calling Israeli government 'fascist'
British Labour MP Kim Johnson apologizes after calling the Israeli government "fascist" while asking PM Sunak a question.
Hours after rocket fire:
Hours after rocket fire: IDF attacks Gaza targets, sirens again sound in the south
IAF fighter jets attack two sites used by Hamas in central Gaza. Sirens sound in southern Israel during and after the IDF strike.
New Jersey:
Man who threw Molotov cocktail at New Jersey synagogue arrested
FBI announced arrest of Nicholas Malindretos, suspected of throwing Molotov cocktail at Bloomfield synagogue, and then fleeing.
Ukraine:
Two dead after rocket strikes building in Kramatorsk, Ukraine
At least two dead and seven wounded after Russian rocket hits residential building in Kramatorsk, located in region of Donetsk.
On Feb. 15:
Haley set to kick off 2024 presidential campaign on Feb. 15
Sources with knowledge of former UN Ambassador's plans say she will invite supporters to campaign launch event in Charleston.
As soon as Wednesday:
House to vote on Ilhan Omar's removal from Foreign Affairs Committee as soon as Wednesday
The vote is possible after Republican Rep. Victoria Spartz agreed to vote in favor.
Azerbaijan:
Azerbaijan arrests seven people in connection with Iranian 'espionage network'
The arrests follow a shooting attack in which the head of security at the Azeri embassy in Tehran was killed and two guards were wounded.
Fatal movie set shooting:
Alec Baldwin formally charged with involuntary manslaughter in fatal movie set shooting
New Mexico prosecutors charge actor Alec Baldwin with involuntary manslaughter in shooting of cinematographer.
Blinken summarizes visit:
Blinken summarizes visit: We will continue to support the parties
US Secretary of State says his to Israel and the Palestinian Authority was productive as he departs the region.
Bolsonaro seeks six-month tourist visa to remain in US
Jair Bolsonaro is under investigation in his country for alleged involvement in January 8 attacks in Brasilia.
At futsal championship:
Iranian women athletes refuse to sing national anthem at futsal championship
The move appears to be another act of protest against the crackdown on anti-government protests.
Blinken describes 'productive' meeting with Foreign Minister Cohen
Secretary of State, who is visiting Israel, says of meeting with FM Eli Cohen: We discussed the strength of the bilateral relationship.
Omar on past statements:
Omar on past statements: I didn't realize my words were trafficking in antisemitism
Rep. Ilhan Omar claims she apologized for controversial remarks and owned up to them.
Trump:
Trump: DeSantis running for President would be a great act of disloyalty
Former US President on Florida Gov: If he runs, that's fine. I do think it would be a great act of disloyalty.
Abbas to CIA chief:
Abbas to CIA chief: Urge Israeli occupation to stop its unilateral measures
PA chairman meets CIA director William Burns, takes advantage of meeting to attack Israel.
EU exploring legal options to blacklist IRGC
Paris and Berlin voiced their support for the measure, officials tell The Financial Times.
New Jersey:
Man throws Molotov cocktail at New Jersey synagogue in arson attempt
Suspect lights and throws Molotov cocktail at Temple Ner Tamid in Bloomfield, then flees. No damage caused to the building.
Following weekend of terror:
Following weekend of terror: Macron speaks to Netanyahu, urges restraint
French President speaks to Prime Minister Netanyahu, stresses the need to avoid measures that will "feed the spiral of violence".
Nikki Haley:
Nikki Haley: Israel has a right to self-defense
Former US Ambassador to the UN in a show of support for Israel following weekend of terror.
McCarthy's bid to block Omar from House Foreign Affairs Committee hits snag
Several Republicans say they will not vote for House Speaker's proposal to block Rep. Omar from sitting on the Foreign Affairs Committee.
New York:
New York: 2017 Manhattan terrorist found guilty
Islamic extremist who killed eight people in 2017 truck rampage convicted of federal crimes and could face the death penalty.
Following Jenin operation:
After Jenin operation: Rocket barrage fired from Gaza, IDF attacks Hamas targets
Two rockets fired by Gaza terrorists intercepted by Iron Dome. IDF retaliates by striking Hamas sites.
Saudi Arabia blasts Israel over counterterrorism operation in Jenin
Saudi foreign ministry denounces Israeli "storming" of Jenin that led to "the fall of a number of victims".
State Department on Jenin:
State Department on Jenin: We condemn terrorist groups, all parties need to de-escalate
State Department spokesperson: We mourn the loss of innocent lives. Palestinians and Israelis equally deserve to live safely and securely.
Erdan on Jenin operation:
Erdan on Jenin operation: I expect int'l community to stand behind the Jewish people
Israel's Ambassador to the UN: Just today, we witnessed another example of Israel defending itself against terrorists.
Somalia:
ISIS leader and 10 associates killed in US operation in Somalia
Bilal al-Sudani, an ISIS leader in Somalia, killed with about 10 of his associates in a US army operation.
Top US official:
Top US official: We believe it’s important for PA and Israel to security coordination
US Assistant Secretary for Near Eastern Affairs on Jenin raid: We are urging de-escalation. It doesn't make sense to go international fora.
24 hours after reinstatement:
24 hours after being reinstated: Holocaust denier Fuentes again suspended from Twitter
Fuentes made headlines recently following his dinner with Trump at Mar-a-Lago.
IAEA chief:
IAEA chief: Iran has amassed enough material for several nuclear weapons
Rafael Grossi says Iran has not yet built a nuclear weapon and the West should redouble efforts to stop it.
'No one can erase our existence'
Rep. Tlaib posts picture with PLO flag: No one can erase our existence
Michigan Congresswoman denounces Israeli "apartheid" on Twitter. Hikind: Try waving an Israeli flag in Jenin.
Germany:
Knife-wielding man kills two, injures seven on train in northern Germany
The attacker, who was arrested by police, described as a "stateless Palestinian". The motive of the attack is not yet known.
Two years later:
Two years later: Trump's Facebook and Instagram accounts to be reinstated
Meta announces Trump’s Facebook and Instagram accounts will be reinstated with “new guardrails in place to deter repeat offenses.”
Suspected terror in Spain:
Suspected terror attack in Spain: One dead, at least four injured in stabbings in church
Authorities investigating the incident as act of terrorism. The attacker, who is believed to have used a machete or a sword, was arrested.
Australian minister:
Australian minister: Kanye West may not be suitable for a visa due to antisemitic remarks
Australia's Minister for Education says his country may deny controversial rapper a visa due to his recent antisemitic statements.
US lawmakers to UN:
US lawmakers to UN: Remove rapporteur who made antisemitic comments
Group of US lawmakers call for removal of UN Special Rapporteur Francesca Albanese, after antisemitic posts of hers were uncovered.
US sanctions Lebanese economist over Hezbollah support
US Treasury announces sanctions against economist and money exchanger Hassan Moukalled due to financial activities in support of Hezbollah.
Classified documents discovered in Pence's home
Former VP's lawyer says small number of documents were inadvertently taken to his home in Indiana. Trump: Mike Pence is an innocent man.
