Report:
Jailed WSJ journalist may be released soon in prisoner swap
Massive prisoner swap with Russia, including Evan Gershkovich, could be underway.
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US envoy to Security Council:
'Increase pressure on Iran to stop escalation'
Robert Wood, deputy US ambassador to the UN, calls on members of the Security Council with influence over Iran "to increase pressure on it to stop escalating its proxy conflict against Israel and other actors."
Report:
Diplomats racing to prevent Middle East war
Financial Times reports that US and EU diplomats are holding urgent discussions in an attempt to convince Tehran to either not respond or to carry out symbolic action against Israel following latest eliminations.
In first:
US Ambassador summoned following sanctions against Israelis
US and Japanese ambassadors to Israel, as well as European Union ambassador, summoned following sanctions against Israeli citizens and organizations.
PM to meet former President Trump on Friday in Florida
Donald Trump announced he would be meeting with PM Benjamin Netanyahu on Friday in Florida: 'During my first term we had peace and stabillity in the region. We will have it again.
After embarrassing mistake:
US lifts sanctions wrongly imposed on Aviad Shlomo Sarid
US lifts sanctions imposed on Aviad Shlomo Sarid from Revava, which were imposed on him due to the fact that his name is similar to that of one of the leaders of the Tzav 9 organization.
New US-Israel Parliamentary Friendship Group
US and Israel set up House-Knesset Parliamentary Friendship Group to promote common areas of interest, hold exchanges of knowledge and expertise, and foster cooperation in a variety of fields
YU President to Arutz Sheva:
'There is a wave of Jews leaving so-called elite universities'
YU Pres. Rabbi Dr. Ari Berman, tells Arutz Sheva about his March of the Living trip to Poland with presidents of US universities, 'to make them understand the lessons of the Holocaust and recognize that the Jews come first, but others are next. '
US sanctions Iran over 'nuclear escalations'
US sanctions three companies based in the United Arab Emirates and which are accused of being involved in the transport of Iranian petroleum or petrochemical products, as well as 11 associated vessels.
Report: US planned independent hostage rescue operation
Washington Post reveals details on how the US has helped Israel since October 7. Official: 'Extraordinary' amount of intelligence sharing.
US submits draft UN resolution on Gaza ceasefire deal
US submits new resolution to the UN Security Council expressing support for the hostage release and ceasefire proposal unveiled by US President Joe Biden last week.
US, Egypt and Israel to discuss Rafah crossing
White House to hold a trilateral meeting in Cairo next week to discuss the reopening of the Rafah crossing, reports Axios.
US to boycott UN tribute to Raisi
US official says US will boycott a UN tribute to Iranian President who was killed in a helicopter crash: The United Nations should be standing with the people of Iran, not memorializing their oppressor.
Senator Graham to Arutz Sheva:
'I want to wake America up, we have no better friend than Israel'
Senator Lindsey Graham receives Arutz Sheva Jerusalem Prize: 'Everybody wants to kill all the Jews, so now's the time for people in the US to circle the wagons. Speak up, speak out. We're next.'
NY Board of Rabbis Pres:
'Genuine support for Israel & Jews, runs deep in the US'
Rabbi Eli Weinstock, Pres. of the New York Board of Rabbis, says that, 'The answer to antisemitism is being Jewish, proud Jewish, continuing Jewish life as much as possible. Living Judaism.'
Reward for info on death of US ambassador's granddaughter
The boat did not stop after hitting Ella Adler, granddaughter of the US ambassador to Belgium, and a $20,000 reward was offered for info which led to the arrest of a suspect.
Biden Must Pick: Israel or Hamas
Joe Biden is a weak and evil man who cannot tell good from evil — and he, not Trump, is responsible for wrecking America’s reputation, power, and influence abroad.
Deputy Secretary of State:
'We don't believe Israel's strategy will lead to total victory'
Deputy US Secretary of State Kurt Campbell says the US is “struggling over what the theory of victory is” in Gaza.
Anti-Israel rapper:
Rapper Macklemore releases pro-Palestine track: Nakba never ended
US rapper, released song ‘Hind's Hall,’ calling Israel, among others, "A state that's gotta rely on an apartheid system, to uphold an occupyin' violent."
US government outraged at Hamas response
New York Times reports that Biden officials are outraged at Hamas’ response to discussions to reach an agreement for the release of the hostages.
Normalization with Saudi Arabia
Deal to include five-year 'pathway' to Palestinian state
US, Saudi Arabia, may sign deal on condition that Saudi Arabia normalize relations with Israel the moment Israel's government is willing to agree to a Palestinian state along the 1948 borders.
Report:
US mediating agreement between Israel and Lebanon
Israeli official says the first phase would include a "freeze of the situation" under which Hezbollah would be removed from the border by several kilometers - but not beyond the Litani River.
Jewish student sues Columbia U.:
'University did not provide a safe study environment'
Following violent anti-Israel protests, a Jewish student suing Columbia University, details her fears in the lawsuit: ‘Jews were beaten and spat on, were prevented from walking around freely or attending classes.’
Report:
Biden considering bringing Palestinian Arabs from Gaza to the US
President Biden is considering offering Palestinian Arabs a permanent safe haven, with various benefits that could eventually lead to permanent residency and possible US citizenship,
Pres. of Maccabi World Union:
‘Stop anti-Israel activity’
Maccabi World Union calls for an end to antisemitic violent protests throughout US campuses, ‘We respect free speech, not hate speech.’
Jewish doctor ordered to pay after court date set for Yom Kippur
A Jewish family physician from Pennsylvania appealed a court ruling to pay $4.1 million Dollars, which he was not able to attend, because the session was held on Jewish holy day.
Fmr. Ambassador Oren:
'Sanctions on IDF unit will harm the US as well'
Dr. Michael Oren tells Arutz Sheva that on the one hand has to thank the US for the security partnership, but also must fight against the notion of sanctioning Netzach Yehuda.
Unless it is sold
House passes legislation that would ban TikTok
US House of Representatives passes legislation that would ban TikTok in the United States if its China-based owner doesn't sell its stake within a year.
US House approves bill to provide Israel with military aid
Bill could be taken up by US Senate next week, would provide funds for Israel's missile defense system, report says.
US vetoes
UNSC resolution accepting PA as full member fails to pass
12 countries voted in favor of the resolution. Two countries abstained.
Anti-Defamation League:
New Record in antisemitic incidents in the US
A massive spike was recorded after the events of October 7; the number of campus incidents tripled, threats to blow up Jewish institutions increased tenfold.
US expects Israel to respond to Iran attack, but in limited scope
Despite cautions against further escalation in the region, Gilad Erdan, Israel’s representative to the UN, said that Israel 'reserves the legal right to retaliate. The world cannot settle for inaction.’
Iran expert to Arutz Sheva:
Iran conveyed double message after the attack
Iran expert, Dr. Menahem Merhavy: 'Iran conveyed a double message; on the one hand, a sense of victory to its people, raising the morale of the security forces after the attack, but on the other, a desire to avoid further rounds against Israel.'
US poll:
42% support Israel, 24% support Palestinians
A New York Times poll shows 42% support Israel | Gap between US President Joe Biden and Donald Trump is narrowing
State Department:
PA should seek statehood through talks, not at UN
State Department spokesman says establishing an independent Palestinian state should happen through direct talks with Israel, as PA seeks UN vote on the issue.
US could reconsider designation of Houthis
US special envoy for Yemen says US would consider revoking its recent designation of Houthis as terrorists if they cease their shipping attacks in and around the Red Sea.
Report:
US promised Egypt: No Rafah op before mid-May
Reports say Israel promised not to conduct Rafah ground operation before May, has changed its position on number, identities, of terrorists to be released in prisoner swap.
Report:
US in talks on peacekeeping team in Gaza
Biden administration officials reportedly in preliminary conversations on proposal to help fund either a multinational force or a Palestinian Arab peacekeeping team in post-war Gaza.
US and Britain sanction Hamas fund-raising network
US Treasury Department says the punitive measures target two individuals and three entities described as key financial facilitators involved in fundraising for Hamas.
US stresses:
'We will continue airdrops of aid to Gaza'
US National Security Council says airdrops of aid to Gaza will continue, despite pleas from Hamas to stop the practice.
Alan Dershowitz:
'My vote for Democrats would be a vote against Israel'
Prominent law professor lambasts Biden Administration's decision not to veto UN ceasefire resolution in interview with Israeli television. 'This will lengthen the war. This is a terrible decision both for us and for Israel.'
Defense Min. takes off for US visit
Defense Min. takes off for official visit to the US, promises to focus on preserving Israel’s qualitative military edge, achieving common goals of victory over Hamas, returning hostages home.
44 years later:
DNA from discarded gum leads to murder conviction
DNA collected from chewing gum leads to arrest and conviction in 1980 cold case murder. Genealogist who discovered the DNA: ‘one of the highlights of my career in genetic genealogy.’
US to submit draft UNSC resolution on Gaza
US says the new resolution will urge "an immediate ceasefire" in Gaza linked to the release of the hostages held by Hamas.
Finland and Israel:
Top list of happiest countries in the world
The World Happiness Report finds a drastic drop in happiness in the US. Finland tops the overall list for the seventh successive year.
Report:
US Congress deal bars funds to UNRWA until 2025
Sources say an agreement reached by US congressional leaders and the White House will continue a ban on US funding for UNRWA until March 2025.
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Fatah official: US aid to Gaza should be supervised
Fatah secretary in Cyprus: The US is complying with "genocide" in Gaza, the American President is a liar to the bone.
US finalizes draft UN resolution on Gaza war
The draft supports international diplomatic efforts to establish Gaza ceasefire as part of a deal that releases the hostages.
US elections:
Poll: Small gap in race between Biden and Trump
After Biden and Trump officially secured nominations in their respective parties, a new poll shows a very close race within the range of a sampling error.
Flatbush, NY:
Israel real estate event cancelled
Arutz Sheva has been informed that immense pressure had been put on the NY Police Dept. to cancel the event, because the event and the hosting community have been targeted by violent protest groups.
Gazan reveals: What do US aid packages contain?
In addition to four nutritious meals, aid packages include candies. A Gazan videoed the package.
US airdrops humanitarian aid into Gaza
In joint operation, US and Jordan airdrop 66 bundles of humanitarian aid into Gaza.
US and Britain sanction Houthi supporters
Iranian-backed Houthi rebels targeted in sanctions imposed by the US and the UK.
Iran:
'US and Britain seek to escalate tensions'
Iran criticizes US and British strikes on Houthi targets in Yemen, says the two countries seek to "escalate tensions and crises" in the region.
'Strong disappointment'
China criticizes US veto of resolution on Gaza
China's permanent representative to the UN after US vetoes Security Council resolution calling for ceasefire in Gaza: The US veto sends a wrong message.
US official:
'We won't rush to vote on UNSC resolution on Gaza'
Senior US official says the Biden administration is not planning “to rush” passage of UN Security Council resolution that urges a temporary ceasefire in Gaza.
US resolution:
Temporary Gaza ceasefire, opposition to Rafah op.
US proposes alternative draft Security Council resolution calling for temporary ceasefire and opposing Israeli ground offensive in Rafah.
France sanctions 28 Judea and Samaria residents
Paris has decided to impose sanctions against 28 residents of Judea and Samaria, after Britain and the US imposed a similar decision.
Israel-US discuss exile of Hamas leaders from Gaza.
Israel-US discuss exile of Hamas leaders from Gaza. Netanyahu's confidants: "a very good option"
US, Britain strike targets in Middle East
The US and Britain announce they struck 36 targets of the Iranian-affiliated Houthis in 13 locations in Yemen.