Paris summit:
'Progress in discussions; differences still wide'
Israel is demanding to put additional pressure on Hamas to reduce its demands and agree to an outline of a two-month ceasefire, in exchange for the release of the hostages.
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Hanan Ben Ari returns to the stage - in the US
Hanan Ben Ari posted three concerts that will take place in April in the US. "I wish you would all come, I hope we can lift each other up"
Yemen:
US army destroys two Houthi anti-ship missiles
In latest strike against Iranian-backed rebels, US army destroys two Houthi anti-ship missiles that were ready to be launched.
US social media influencer:
'Gen Z needs an awakening'
Emily Austin, social media influencer: "You'd be surprised how many students don't know Hamas is a terror group. They think it's just a war between Israel and Hamas, not realizing they're right up next."
Houthi leader:
'US and British strikes will only make us stronger'
Houthi leader unfazed by US and Britain's strikes: The American and British must understand that our people do not know how to surrender.
“Operation Poseidon Archer”
US and Britain strike Houthi targets in Yemen
US and Britain strike eight Houthi targets in Yemen as the US names the ongoing operation to target Houthi assets in Yemen “Operation Poseidon Archer”.
US and UK strike Houthi targets in Yemen
US and UK launch air strikes struck more than a dozen Houthi targets inside of Yemen. Biden: I will not hesitate to direct further measures.
Pentagon:
'No plans to withdraw troops from Iraq'
Pentagon says it is not currently planning to withdraw its troops from Iraq, despite Baghdad's announcement it would begin removing the US-led military coalition.
Despite US condemnation:
Smotrich encourages emigration from Gaza
Minister of Finance Bezalel Smotrich continues to encourage emigration of Gaza's Arabs, despite condemnation from US administration.
US to extend military presence in Qatar for 10 years
CNN report: The United States quietly reached an agreement that extends its military presence at Al Udeid Base in Qatar.
'Reckless behavior':
Four countries condemn Iran over uranium enrichment
France, Germany, Britain and US condemn Iran after IAEA report said it increased its production rate of highly enriched uranium.
USA: 6 year old flew alone – and landed in wrong city
A 6-year-old boy flying alone to visit his grandmother in Florida was mistakenly put on the wrong plane by the airline.
Report:
Netanyahu demanded Hezbollah be moved from the border - & caved
In negotiations with the US and France, Israel is sending very different messages than what it has declared to the public, report says.
Austin and French counterpart:
'Houthi attacks a significant problem that must be addressed'
US Secretary of Defense and French counterpart discuss continued attacks on shipping vessels in the Red Sea by Yemen's Houthis.
10 reasons Israelis travel to the U.S.A.
Israelis have been increasingly drawn to the United States for many reasons, creating a unique bridge between these two diverse nations.
Report:
Israel considering two-week ceasefire for hostage release
Washington Post reports Israel considering longer ceasefire, up to two weeks, for Hamas to find all hostages and bring them back to safety.
International statement condemns Houthi attacks in Red Sea
US, EU, NATO and 44 countries blast Houthi rebels' hostilities in the Red Sea.
International effort to deal with Houthi threats in Red Sea
US Defense Sec. expected to announce international effort to manage Houthi threat, report says.
Report: US asked Israel not to respond to Houthi attacks
US concerned Israeli response to Houthi attacks may spark regional conflict, report says.
Heads of universities will testify in Congress on antisemitism
Heads of three prestigious universities to testify today before Congress on antisemitism on campus and a sense of fear among Jewish students
After Israel's session:
US urges condemnation of Hamas sexual crimes
US Mission to the UN: We call on all to unequivocally condemn acts of gender-based violence.
US officials:
'Disappointed no Americans have been freed yet'
US officials say they remain hopeful at least three Americans held by Hamas will be freed as part of the deal.
Senator Schumer at DC rally:
'We must not forget history'
US Senate Chuck Schumer speaks to close to 300,000 at March for Israel rally held in Washington DC: "We stand with Israel."
Report:
Qatar will sanction Hamas after the release of the hostages
US and Qatar agree that Doha will re-examine its relations with Hamas after the end of the hostage crisis in Gaza.
Russia and China veto UNSC resolution on Israel-Hamas war
The US draft condemns Hamas attack on Israel, supports Israel’s right to defend itself, and calls for unconditional release of hostages.
Report:
Ground incursion delayed to allow US to send additional forces
US voices concerns of Iranian attacks on its forces due to ground incursion, asks for time to send additional forces to the region.
In new UNSC resolution:
US says Israel has the right to defend itself
It is not clear if or when the United States plans to put the draft resolution to a vote.
Video:
Cargo plane delivers initial shipment of weapons to Israel
Defense Ministry releases footage showing arrival of cargo plane delivering shipment of advanced weaponry to Israel.
Western countries:
'We will support Israel in its efforts to defend itself '
Leaders of France, Germany, Italy, the United Kingdom and the United States condemn Hamas, express support for Israel.
Fox News:
Is the US headed towards 'bankruptcy'?
Rep. Josh Brecheen, R-Okla., speaks with ‘Fox News Live’ about the House’s latest efforts to avoid a government shutdown
Lebanon:
Suspect arrested in shooting outside US embassy
Lebanese security forces detain man suspected of being behind last week’s shooting outside US embassy, in which no one was hurt.
Shots fired outside US embassy in Beirut
Embassy spokesperson says there were no injuries in the incident and the facility is safe.
Iran urged to reverse its decision to ban IAEA inspectors
US, Britain, France and Germany call on Iran to "immediately reverse" decision to withdraw accreditation from nuclear watchdog inspectors.
Netanyahu:
'The protesters are joining the PLO and Iran'
Netanyahu blasts protesters who plan to demonstrate during his visit to the US: These demonstrations cross all boundaries.
US, UK sanction Iran ahead of anniversary of Mahsa Amini's death
US and Britain imposes sanctions on Iran ahead of the one-year anniversary of woman whose death sparked mass protests.
US agrees:
Economic corridor - even without Israel-Saudi normalization
Diplomatic source says economic corridor will move forward even if there are no normalization agreements between Israel, Saudi Arabia.
Arab source:
US asked for no preconditions on Israel-Saudi Arabia relations
US wants talks on normalization between Saudi Arabia, Israel, with no preconditions from the Palestinian Authority, source says.
UN vote on extension of Lebanon peacekeeping mission delayed
France, US and UAE argue over the freedom of movement of troops in UNIFIL.
US approves F-16s to Ukraine once training is completed
Washington assures Denmark and the Netherlands it will expedite approval of transfer requests for F-16s to Ukraine when pilots are trained.
US delegation visits Israel to discuss Iran, Hezbollah
Senior United States defense delegation hosted by Israel Ministry of Defense convenes in Israel.
It's official:
US returns to UNESCO after five-year absence
Trump withdrew from the UN cultural agency due to its anti-Israel bias before the US was readmitted in late June.
Report: US was informed of Jenin operation - last week
Israel informed US of Jenin operation ahead of time, promised to do everything possible to avoid harming innocents, report says.
Five years after leaving:
US readmitted to UNESCO
UNESCO’s governing board votes 132-10 to readmit the United States, after Trump withdrew from the agency due to anti-Israel bias.
Diaspora leaders meet Congressman Nick Langworthy
Congressman Nick Langworthy said that his trip to Israel in 2019 with Governor Mike Huckabee and Dr. Joseph Frager was “transformative.”
Israel informs US: Netanyahu will visit China
Netanyahu expected to make 4th visit to China, assures members of Congress that alliance between Israel and US is 'key' and 'irreplaceable.'
Despite its incitement:
US increases its financial support for UNRWA
State Department confirms the federal budgetary support for UNRWA will reach a record $223 million in 2023.
Dozens of senators urge Israel's entry into visa waiver program
65 senators urge Israel’s entry into the Visa Waiver Program by end of September.
Report:
US informs UNESCO it plans to rejoin the agency
The Trump administration withdrew US membership from the UN's cultural agency in protest of its ongoing anti-Israel bias.
US:
'Unabomber' found dead in prison
Ted Kaczynski, the convicted terrorist known as the “Unabomber”, found dead in his prison cell. He was 81.
UK sanctions Lebanese businessman over Hezbollah support
Meanwhile, US authorities announce action against a network allegedly helping the man avoid sanctions.
Following security escalation:
Jordan to host emergency summit
The summit was initiated by the United States, Jordan and Egypt, and will include PA and possibly Israeli representatives as well.
US downs Chinese spy balloon over ocean
The suspected Chinese spy balloon was shot down after it crossed sensitive military sites across North America.
'Blatant antisemitic rhetoric'
UN official under fire over comments on 'Jewish lobby'
Israel and the US blast UN lawyer after she was revealed to have said in 2014 that the “Jewish lobby” controls the United States.
US against UN blacklist of companies operating in Judea, Samaria
State Department spokesman says US is pressing the United Nations not to update its blacklist of companies operating in "settlements".
Leaving USA for GOD
We no longer face an unfriendly administration. We face an unfriendly America. Op-ed.
Lebanon:
'We have US guarantees on Israel maritime border deal'
Lebanese negotiator claims his country secured American guarantees that Israel will not be able to withdraw from maritime border deal.
Trader Joe's 'Israeli couscous' is renamed
Trader Joe’s drops the ‘Israeli’ for its pearl couscous, citing change in supply chain.
US demands accountability after death of Iranian woman
US demands accountability for death of Iranian woman who was arrested for wearing an “improper hijab”.
US life expectancy lowest level in nearly 30 years
Life expectancy tumbles as the United States tries to recover from the pandemic and record levels of drug overdoses.
EU and US studying Iran's response to nuclear deal proposal
European Union and United States studying Iran's response to draft agreement on reviving 2015 nuclear deal.
