Syria reports Israeli air strike in Damascus
Syria's air defense systems activated following air strike attributed to Israel in Damascus area.
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Biden announces $800 million military aid package for Ukraine
The aid includes heavier equipment such as helicopters, howitzers and armored personnel carriers.
Murderer of British lawmaker gets life in prison
ISIS supporter Ali Harbi Ali convicted of murder of David Amess and given a whole-life sentence.
Zelenskyy praises Biden:
Zelenskyy praises Biden: Calling things by their names is essential to stand up to evil
Ukrainian President welcomes Biden's statement that Putin is committing genocide in Ukraine.
Biden appears to accuse Russia of genocide
US President: Your ability to fill up your tank shouldn't hinge on whether a dictator declares war and commits genocide.
Khamenei:
Khamenei: Nuclear talks shouldn't be tied to our country's future
Iran’s Supreme Leader says nuclear talks going well but should not be tied to Iran's future.
Suspected terror attack:
Suspected terror attack: Police officer stabbed in Ashkelon
Police officer stabbed during operational activity in Ashkelon. Stabber neutralized.
Iran:
Iran: US not showing will to reach nuclear agreement
Iran questions the United States’ will in reaching nuclear agreement.
Britain:
ISIS supporter found guilty of stabbing British lawmaker to death
Jury finds ISIS supporter guilty in stabbing of British lawmaker David Amess last October.
One dead in explosion in Lebanese city of Sidon
One killed, three injured in explosion in center affiliated with Hezbollah-allied Amal Movement.
Zelenskyy warns:
Zelenskyy warns: Russia could use chemical weapons in Ukraine
Ukrainian President calls on West to impose strong sanctions on Russia to deter it from using chemical weapons.
Queen Elizabeth says COVID left her 'tired and exhausted'
Queen Elizabeth II describes COVID-19, says she was "very tired and exhausted" after she caught the virus earlier this year.
Top US general:
Top US general: I am against removal of Quds Force from terror blacklist
Chairman of Joint Chiefs of Staff says he views IRGC's Quds Force as a terrorist organization.
Terrorist organizations welcome Tel Aviv attack
Hamas says attack is "natural response to Israel’s crimes against the Palestinian people."
Blinken:
Blinken: Americans are once again grieving with the Israeli people
Secretary of State condemns Tel Aviv attack: We will continue to be in regular contact with our Israeli partners.
Tel Aviv shooting attack:
Bennett orders deployment of large forces following Tel Aviv shooting attack
PM holds security consultation, receives updates on the developments on the ground following the deadly shooting attack in Tel Aviv.
Iran:
Iran: We supplied IAEA with documents explaining uranium traces
Iran says it supplied UN nuclear watchdog with documents explaining the discovery of suspect enriched uranium traces.
US Attorney General Merrick Garland tests positive for COVID-19
Commerce Secretary Gina Raimondo earlier also tested positive for the virus using an at-home antigen test.
House Democrats raise alarm over Iran deal
Rep. Elaine Luria: We can’t stay quiet about the deeply troubling turn that Iran talks have reportedly taken.
Canadian ambassador concerned over anti-Israel UN official
Canada’s UN ambassador expresses doubts over UNHRC inquiry commission headed by Navi Pillay.
US, allies to impose additional sanctions on Russia
New penalties will include a ban on all new investment in Russia.
Democrats to raise concerns over Iran deal
15 Democratic House members to hold press conference, raise concerns about nuclear deal being drafted with Iran.
US, Iran spar over impasse in nuclear talks
US and Iran blame each other for ongoing impasse that has held up nuclear talks.
US to present UN resolution on North Korean missile tests
US plans to introduce a new resolution in UN Security Council in response to North Korea's most recent ballistic missile tests.
Zelenskyy to address UN Security Council
Ukrainian President to address UN Security Council following discovery of mass graves in Kyiv suburb of Bucha.
US to seek suspension of Russia from UNHRC
US ambassador Linda Thomas-Greenfield says US will ask General Assembly to suspend Russia from Human Rights Council.
Hungary:
Hungary: PM Orban claims 'great victory' in election
Early results from Hungary's general election show strong lead for Orban’s right-wing party.
State Department:
State Department: We have 'tactical differences' with Israel on Iran
State Department spokesperson Ned Price says there is no strategic disagreement between the US and Israel regarding to Iran.
Russian troops leave Chernobyl power plant
Ukrainian officials confirm that Russian troops left the Chernobyl nuclear power plant after weeks of occupation.
Biden speaks to Bennett, offers condolences following terror attacks
Biden speaks to Bennett, offers "all appropriate assistance to our Israeli allies as they confront threats to their citizens".
Israeli NBA player pays tribute to Israel
Deni Avdjia writes the words "Am Yisrael Chai", paints Star of David on his shoes as a show of solidarity with Israel.
US: Russian forces pulling out of Chernobyl
US defense official says Russian forces have begun to pull out of Chernobyl site, which they captured on the first day of the war.
Biden skeptical Russia will scale back Kyiv attack
US President expresses skepticism after Russia says it will scale back military operations near Ukrainian capital during peace talks.
Blinken:
Blinken condemns Bnei Brak attack: This violence is unacceptable
President Biden’s National Security Advisor: We are appalled by the terrorist attack and stand with our Israeli allies.
Senators to Biden:
Senators to Biden: Prioritize reversing UNHRC's anti-Israel bias
Bipartisan group of senators urge Biden administration to prioritize reversing UNHRC's discriminatory treatment of Israel.
German soccer fan investigated over Nazi salute
Germany’s soccer association condemns 28-year-old who is being investigated for giving Nazi salute during friendly win over Israel.
Biden on Putin comment:
Biden on Putin comment: I just was expressing my outrage
Biden reiterates he was not announcing a change in policy when he said Putin "cannot remain in power".
Abbas blasts West's 'double standards' in meeting with Blinken
PA chairman claims West penalizes Russia over its invasion of Ukraine while ignoring alleged Israeli "crimes" against Palestinians.
US Ambassador to UN:
US Ambassador to UN: Our commitment to Israel’s security remains ironclad
Ambassador Linda Thomas-Greenfield condemns shooting attack in Hadera in which two Border Police officers were murdered.
Blinken condemns Hadera terrorist attack
Secretary of State: Such senseless acts of violence and murder have no place in society.
