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.
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'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."
Biden to Jordanian King:
Biden to Jordanian King: We support the legal status quo of Al-Aqsa Mosque
Biden meets King Abdullah II at the White House, reaffirms "the critical need to preserve the historic status quo" in Jerusalem.
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.
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.
