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Israel-Hamas Conflict

In 13 months, 44,000 Palestinians have died in Gaza, officials say

Israel-Hamas Conflict

International Criminal Court issues arrest warrants for Israeli, Hamas leaders

U.S. President Joe Biden blasted the prosecutor and expressed support for Israel’s right to defend itself against Hamas.
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An arrest warrant has been issued for Israeli Prime Minister Benjamin Netanyahu

THE NETHERLANDS-BASED COURT SAID IT FOUND "REASONABLE GROUNDS" TO BELIEVE NETANYAHU ALLEGEDLY USED STARVATION AS A METHOD OF WARFARE.
Israel-Hamas Conflict

Senate rejects effort from Bernie Sanders to block some weapons for Israel over Gaza deaths

Leading global aid organizations say Israel fell short of U.S. demands for more humanitarian aid in Gaza.
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Israeli strikes kill 31 in Gaza Strip as conflict escalates near Beirut

Israel has been carrying out intensified bombardment of Lebanon since late September, and its offensive in Gaza has been ongoing for 13 months.
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Hundreds gathered at Nats Park for "Stand Together"

The event "Stand Together" was hosted by the Jewish Federations of North America.
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Israeli strikes kill dozens in Lebanon and isolated northern Gaza while Netanyahu and Trump speak

The world is watching for signs of how the U.S. election might affect the war against Iranian-backed militant groups Hamas and Hezbollah.
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Qatar suspends its mediation efforts on Gaza and the Hamas office there may have to leave

Qatar is highly likely to return to mediation efforts if both sides show “serious political willingness” to reach a deal, according to an official with Egypt.
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Future of Gaza Strip uncertain after Israel defense minister firing

That’s less than the 350 trucks per day that the United States said it wants to see enter the war-ravaged territory.
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Protests erupt after Israel's Netanyahu dismisses popular defense minister

Netanyahu cited "significant gaps" and a "crisis of trust" between the men in his Tuesday evening announcement.
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Israel pummels Lebanon and Gaza, killing dozens in fresh waves of airstrikes

Israel has stepped up its offensive against Hamas' remaining fighters in Gaza, pulverizing areas in the north and raising fears of worsening humanitarian conditions.
Israel-Hamas Conflict

Israeli strikes in northern Gaza kill at least 88, officials say

As war continues in the region, Israel's latest law is expected to have a crippling effect on humanitarian aid to Gaza.