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Biden Sticks by Israel as Bloody War on Gaza Threatens to Expand
Three months later, the White House still backs Israel as the war on Gaza threatens to devolve into broader chaos.
Tensions Rise Across the Middle East in Wake of Deadly Bombing in Iran
No one has yet claimed responsibility for the attack, which killed dozens and injured hundreds more.
Hundreds of Protesters Demanding Ceasefire Shut Down California Capitol
The state Assembly canceled its session for the day as about 500 Palestinian rights defenders disrupted the proceedings.
80 Percent of Global Famine Is Currently in Gaza, UN Expert Warns
“In my life, I’ve never seen anything like this in terms of severity, in terms of scale, and then in terms of speed.”
Sanders: “No More US Funding” for Israel as It Wages “Illegal” Assault on Gaza
The senator is calling on Congress to reject a bill to send $10 billion in military funding to Israel.
Critics Slam US Officials for Decrying Displacement in Gaza While Arming Israel
The State Department said it “rejects” suggestions that Gaza's Palestinian population should be permanently evicted.
As Israel Razed Gaza, It Also Fueled Record Death Toll in West Bank in 2023
Last year’s death toll in the West Bank was more than triple the previous recorded high set in 2022.
With 70 Percent of Gaza Homes Destroyed, Biden Approves $147M Israel Arms Sale
As many as 80 percent of buildings in northern Gaza have been destroyed, a recent analysis found.
Analysts Warn of Escalation Risk Following Drone Strike Death of Hamas Leader
An Israeli drone strike reportedly killed Saleh Arouri in Beirut, an attack likely to further inflame the region.
Israel Rebuffs South Africa’s International Court of Justice Case Filing
International human rights lawyer Francis Boyle, who has had previous success at the court, discusses the case.