Tag: 2024-2025 mideast wars
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Photos of thousands of Palestinians fleeing Gaza City as Israel begins ground offensive
WADI GAZA, Gaza Strip (AP) — Israel’s military has begun its ground offensive in Gaza City, forcing thousands of residents to flee. Many have been attempting to relocate to the southern Gaza Strip after the Israeli military called for a full evacuation. Some 1 million people live in the largest Palestinian city, already devastated from…
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Trump administration proposes selling nearly $6 billion in weapons to Israel
The Trump administration has told Congress it plans to sell nearly $6 billion in weapons to Israel
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Kamala Harris ‘pleaded with’ Biden to show sympathy for Palestinians, book reveals
In her new memoir, former Vice President Kamala Harris offers revealing insights into her handling of the war in Gaza, an issue that was featured prominently in the 2024 election. The book — titled “ 107 Days ” — pulls back the curtain on Harris’ private clashes with former President Joe Biden, her frosty relationship…
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Israel’s long war in Gaza and mass call ups strain high-tech economy
With the war in Gaza intensifying and little to no sign of a ceasefire, Israel’s economy and businesses are bracing for further strain. Over almost two years of fighting, repeated army call ups have forced business leaders like Nimrod Vax to make do with fewer workers. At one point, he says, 20% of the 600…
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UN Security Council votes against lifting Iran ‘snapback’ sanctions ahead of deadline
A U.N. Security Council resolution aimed at halting the reimposition of sanctions on Iran over its nuclear program failed
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Pakistan says its nuclear program can be made available to Saudi Arabia under defense pact
Pakistan’s defense minister says that his nation’s nuclear program “will be made available” to Saudi Arabia if needed under the countries’ new defense pact
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For many US Jews, High Holy Days will be a mix of anxiety and determination
For Jews worldwide, the High Holy Days are always a compelling mix of celebration and repentance
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Britain’s outgoing spy chief highlights Russia, China and Iran as threats
The outgoing head of Britain’s foreign intelligence agency has given a wide-ranging speech on the threats facing the West as he prepares to leave office later this month
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Trump wraps up UK state visit with gratitude for his hosts while largely sidestepping tough issues
President Donald Trump has ended his visit to the United Kingdom by expressing gratitude for the royal treatment he received
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Efforts to punish Israel over Gaza grow in sports and cultural arenas
The backlash against Israel over the humanitarian toll of the war in Gaza has spread into the arenas of sports and culture