Middle East crisis: Israel intensifies strikes on southern Gaza as eight killed in fighting on Lebanese border – as it happened Attacks around Rafah come despite growing pressure for ceasefire The Guardian - AU · Mar 27, 2024
Intense Israeli Bombardment Hits Southern Gaza, Calls For More Aid Grow The southern Gaza Strip came under intense Israeli bombardment overnight, despite international pressure for an immediate ceasefire in the Palestinian territory where famine is looming. International Business Times · Mar 27, 2024
Biden faces bipartisan backlash over UN Gaza ceasefire vote A handful of the most pro-Israel Democrats in Congress have criticized the U.S. abstention. Axios · Mar 27, 2024
The Guardian view on the UN security council’s ceasefire resolution: the US talks tougher on Israel Editorial: The Biden administration U-turned as its frustration with Benjamin Netanyahu grew. But don’t expect much more The Guardian - UK · Mar 26, 2024
US Defense Chief To Israel Counterpart: Gaza Toll 'Too High' US Defense Secretary Lloyd Austin told his Israeli counterpart Yoav Gallant Tuesday that civilian casualties in Gaza are "too high" and suggested alternatives to a major Israeli operation in the territory's south. International Business Times · Mar 26, 2024
Pentagon chief says civilian death toll in Gaza ‘far too high’ Lloyd Austin tells Israeli counterpart Yoav Gallant that humanitarian aid reaching Palestinian enclave ‘far too low’. Al Jazeera · Mar 26, 2024
Stop the war: On the U.N. Security Council’s call for a Gaza ceasefire If Israel makes an objective assessment of the situation, it should immediately abide by the UNSC resolution and declare a ceasefire in Gaza The Hindu · Mar 26, 2024
Gaza hostage talks deadlock and spark U.S.-Israel blame game The fallout adds to already spiraling relations between Israeli prime minister Benjamin Netanyahu and the Biden administration. Axios · Mar 26, 2024
Israel's Ultra-Orthodox Exemptions Spark Military Conscription Debate Israel grapples with challenges over military conscription exemptions for ultra-Orthodox men amidst Gaza conflict. Top News · Mar 26, 2024
Netanyahu has been spoiling for a fight with the US. He may not survive this one The UN vote for a Gaza ceasefire shows Biden’s administration has finally lost patience. That could be crucial, says journalist and former Israeli diplomat Alon Pinkas The Guardian - UK · Mar 26, 2024
Israel’s attempt to destroy Unrwa is part of its starvation strategy in Gaza This attack could not come at a worse time for Palestinians. Hunger is widespread in Gaza, and famine is projected in the north by May The Guardian - US · Mar 26, 2024
Netanyahu Coalition Strained After Gaza Vote Standoff With US Recent tensions in Netanyahu coalition over Gaza vote create strain and raise concerns about government stability and future direction of Israeli governance. Top News · Mar 26, 2024
‘Madness’: Netanyahu’s handling of US relations under scrutiny after UN vote Tone in parts of Israeli media borders on contempt, as prime minister’s growing friction with Biden linked to US abstention The Guardian - UK · Mar 26, 2024
Former President Trump Urges Israel To End Gaza Offensive Former President Trump urges Israel to swiftly end Gaza offensive to avoid global isolation. Tensions rise as casualties mount in ongoing conflict. Top News · Mar 26, 2024
The Guardian - UK · Mar 26, 2024 First Thing: Maryland declares state of emergency after Baltimore bridge collapse Rescue operations under way after at least seven vehicles fell into the water. Plus, UN security council demands immediate ceasefire in Gaza
Al Jazeera · Mar 26, 2024 Will the UN ceasefire resolution stop Israel’s war on Gaza? While the US did not veto the recent Gaza ceasefire resolution, it continues to supply arms to Israel.
WEKU · Mar 26, 2024 With war in Gaza, Israel faces new pressure to draft the ultra-Orthodox into service Religious scholars have broad exemption from military service. But critics say that's no longer sustainable, given their fast-growing population and the war in Gaza.
Top News · Mar 26, 2024 Hamas Rejects Cease-Fire Proposal, Israel Blasts U.N. Resolution Stay informed about the ongoing Israel-Hamas conflict with rejected cease-fire proposals, differing demands, and international involvement.
The Guardian - AU · Mar 26, 2024 Middle East crisis: Israel recalls ceasefire negotiators from Qatar, claiming Hamas ‘not interested’ in talks – as it happened Netanyahu’s office said ‘Israel will not cave to Hamas’s delusional demands’, ending immediate attempts to negotiate a ceasefire and hostage release deal
The Guardian - UK · Mar 26, 2024 Plan to end ultra-Orthodox students’ military exemption sparks row in Israel For years Haredi men have been allowed to continue Torah study, but proposal could force some to enlist
Top News · Mar 26, 2024 Biden Administration 'Perplexed' By Netanyahu's Delegation Cancellation Israeli PM cancels U.S. visit after U.N. cease-fire vote. U.S. abstains, tensions rise over Gaza conflict.
International Business Times · Mar 26, 2024 No Let-up In Gaza War Despite UN Ceasefire Resolution Israeli troops battled Hamas militants in the Gaza Strip on Tuesday, with no sign of a let-up in the war despite a UN Security Council resolution demanding an "immediate ceasefire".
Al Jazeera · Mar 25, 2024 ‘Not enough’: Why the US did not veto a Gaza ceasefire resolution at the UN Analysts say US decision against vetoing the UN measure signals Biden’s growing frustration with Israel’s PM Netanyahu.
Top News · Mar 25, 2024 Biden Administration 'Perplexed' By Netanyahu's Decision To Cancel Visit Biden administration abstains from vetoing UN resolution for Gaza cease-fire, causing tension with Israel over ongoing conflict.
Axios · Mar 25, 2024 Netanyahu's retaliation against Biden aggravates rift with pro-Israel Democrats "They're really punishing us by denying us time with Ron Dermer," one lawmaker quipped.