US races to free more hostages as Israel prepares for ground invasion of Gaza The first aid trucks carrying food, water and medicine began entering Gaza on 21 October The Independent UK · Oct 21, 2023
Israeli ground assault on Gaza looms as Hamas releases first hostages Joe Biden and family voice joy at release of Natalie and Judith Raanan, as Israeli forces pound Gaza Strip, where millions are pinning hopes on aid delivery via Egypt border crossing The Guardian - AU · Oct 21, 2023
The Gaza diplomacy of Biden, Sunak and co seems to be heading for failure The US president was empathetic, sharp and subtle, but there are signs that his closest Arab allies are losing patience The Guardian - UK · Oct 20, 2023
Joe Biden’s peace mission to Israel exposed the limits of US global influence The stakes couldn’t be higher. A wider war in the Middle East could embolden Russia in Ukraine and encourage China over Taiwan, says Guardian columnist Martin Kettle The Guardian - UK · Oct 18, 2023
Biden To Visit Israel Amid Escalating Gaza Crisis US President's crucial visit highlights support for Israel in the face of Hamas attacks and humanitarian concerns Zenger · Oct 18, 2023
What can Biden’s Israel visit accomplish after Gaza hospital bombing? The US president will discuss war, humanitarian aid, Iran’s warnings and the potential for the conflict to spread. Al Jazeera · Oct 18, 2023
The danger of leaving things be: how the world ‘failed miserably’ in the Middle East Amid Israel’s turn to the right and the resurgence of armed groups in the Palestinian territories, recent horrific events highlight the dangers of diplomatic inaction The Guardian - UK · Oct 17, 2023
Will Israel actually allow much-needed aid into Gaza? Israel has been urged to facilitate passage of aid into Gaza, which has been reeling from Israeli bombings. Al Jazeera · Oct 17, 2023
Hundreds killed in explosion at a crowded Gaza hospital The cause of the explosion has not yet been confirmed. Protests broke out in Lebanon, Iraq, Turkey, Iran and Jordan in response to the blast, with crowds chanting against Israel. WEKU · Oct 17, 2023
Joe Biden to jet in amid fears of wider war President will affirm support for Israel and discuss the Gaza humanitarian crisis in a high-stakes trip to avert a bigger conflict Evening Standard · Oct 17, 2023
First Thing: Biden to visit Israel at ‘critical moment’ for the region US says it has reached agreement with Israeli government on provision of humanitarian relief for people in Gaza. Plus, how a little-known pollution rule keeps the air dirty for millions of Americans The Guardian - UK · Oct 17, 2023
Biden To Visit Israel In Show Of Support As IDF Strikes Hamas President Biden's visit aims to stand in solidarity with Israel amid ongoing strikes in Gaza Zenger · Oct 17, 2023
Hundreds feared dead after blast at Gaza hospital as Biden set to fly in Health ministry run by Hamas says more than 500 were killed, while civil defence official puts figure at above 300 The Guardian - UK · Oct 17, 2023
Biden to visit Israel as Gaza faces humanitarian catastrophe The US president’s trip is a rare and risky choice as Washington tries to avert a broader regional war. Al Jazeera · Oct 17, 2023
The Independent UK · Oct 17, 2023 Is Biden’s $6bn Iran deal really behind Hamas attacks – or is GOP exploiting tragedy for partisan purposes? Increasingly desperate GOP candidates turn to bashing Biden in hopes of harnessing the GOP electorate’s anger, writes John Bowden
The Independent UK · Oct 17, 2023 Live updates | Intense bombardments strike in southern Gaza on 11th day of Israel-Hamas war Palestinians are describing intense bombardments early Tuesday near two towns in southern Gaza, where Israel had ordered civilians to seek refuge
The Guardian - AU · Oct 17, 2023 US president’s visit to Jordan cancelled – as it happened This blog is now closed.
Chicago Sun-Times · Oct 17, 2023 Biden will head to Israel and Jordan as concerns mount that Israel-Hamas conflict will spread Biden administration officials and other world leaders are growing concerned that the Israel-Hamas war could expand into a regional conflict.
The Guardian - AU · Oct 16, 2023 Hamas and Israel at war: what we know on day 11 Hundreds feared dead or injured after Gaza hospital strike; Biden to meet regional leaders
Al Jazeera · Oct 16, 2023 US lawmakers introduce resolution urging ‘immediate’ Gaza ceasefire Congresswoman Rashida Tlaib slams Biden administration for failing to call for de-escalation in Israel’s war in Gaza.
Salon · Oct 16, 2023 State Department: Don't say "cease-fire" Diplomats told not to say "end to violence/bloodshed" and "restoring calm"
Zenger · Oct 16, 2023 President Biden Plans Surprise Visit To Israel, Boosting Support Amidst Gaza Conflict Biden's visit to Israel underscores strong U.S. backing as Israel prepares for major ground offensive against Hamas.
WEKU · Oct 16, 2023 Israel-Hamas war: U.S. and Israel agree on aid plan for Gaza just as water runs dry "Gaza is running dry" and families are turning to unsafe water, the U.N. agency for Palestinian refugees said on Monday. The crisis comes as masses of people try to flee northern Gaza.
The Guardian - UK · Oct 16, 2023 What is the US up to in its dealings with Israel over Gaza? The Biden administration knows it cannot be seen to be lecturing or criticising and may have set itself irreconcilable goals
The Guardian - UK · Oct 16, 2023 Biden’s support for Israel is qualified: he means to hold Netanyahu to the law of war The US president has a frosty history with Israel’s PM, says international relations professor Yossi Mekelberg