Israel-Gaza Crisis Dramatically Intensifies As Blinken Appeals for Truce But Israel Stays Firm
As the already dire humanitarian emergency in Gaza intensifies after nearly 4 weeks of devastating conflict, U.S. Secretary of State Antony Blinken has urgently appealed to Israel to enact at least a temporary ceasefire to allow vital aid into the bombarded Palestinian enclave and provide relief to its 2 million beleaguered residents. However, Israel remains […]
Israel Pushes Deeper into Gaza as Netanyahu Says Ground Offensive in ‘Second Stage’
Israel’s military offensive in Gaza has entered a new phase, with troops and armored vehicles pushing deeper into the Palestinian enclave. Prime Minister Benjamin Netanyahu described the escalation as the “second stage” of the conflict, signaling a lengthy and aggressive campaign ahead. Forces Move Inland After Days of Airstrikes The ground incursion comes after days […]
Hamas Frees Two US Hostages Amid Ongoing Israel-Gaza Conflict
The Palestinian militant group Hamas has released two American hostages, 59-year-old Judith Raanan and her 17-year-old daughter Natalie, after capturing them during a deadly October raid in Israel. The release comes amidst ongoing violence in the region that has killed thousands. Israel confirmed the Raanans were handed over in Gaza following negotiations. Hamas cited humanitarian […]
Biden Visit to Israel Aims to Influence Gaza War Conduct Amid Mounting Crisis
President Joe Biden will visit Israel on Wednesday in a show of solidarity and to try to influence its military campaign against Hamas in Gaza, as concerns grow over a worsening humanitarian crisis and fears of the conflict spreading across the region. U.S. Reaffirms ‘Ironclad’ Commitment to Israel’s Security, Seeks Humanitarian Access to Gaza Speaking […]
Gaza Conflict Rages as Israeli PM Says Air Strikes will Continue
Israeli air strikes in Gaza and counter-rocket firing by the Palestinian Hamas group continued even today. At least 10 people were killed and several others also reported missing in Gaza on Saturday. Officials say seven members of two families were killed in an Israeli air strike on a refugee camp called Al-Shati in Gaza. A […]
