Columbia crisis: Liberalism chokes again Columbia's president capitulated to the right-wing witch hunt — and only made things worse. Maybe that's a lesson? Salon · Apr 28, 2024
US Officials Concerned About Israel's Actions In Gaza US officials raise concerns over potential international law violations by Israel in Gaza, sparking international attention. Top News · Apr 28, 2024
‘Shame on you’: Pro-Palestine protest at White House correspondents’ dinner US president offers toast to ‘press freedom and democracy’ but fails to mention the killings of Palestinian journalists. Al Jazeera · Apr 28, 2024
Antony Blinken to visit Saudi Arabia to try to restart Gaza ceasefire talks US secretary of state to discuss avoiding regional conflict The Guardian - UK · Apr 28, 2024
Echoes of Vietnam era as pro-Palestinian student protests roil US campuses Calls for divestment continue despite hundreds of arrests, with more demonstrations planned for Democratic national convention The Guardian - US · Apr 28, 2024
Push For Truce Ramps Up As Israel Pummels Gaza Diplomatic efforts increased on Sunday to reach a long sought-after truce and hostage-release deal in Gaza, as Israel carried out further air strikes and shelling on the war-battered territory. International Business Times · Apr 28, 2024
France's FM in Lebanon to prevent Israel-Hezbollah conflict escalation France's Foreign Minister Stéphane Séjourné was in Lebanon on Sunday to push proposals to prevent further escalation and a potential war between Israel and Iran-backed Hezbollah. Radio France Internationale · Apr 28, 2024
Qatari Official Urges Israel And Hamas For Cease-Fire Commitment Qatari official urges Israel and Hamas to show commitment in cease-fire talks. Efforts continue amidst stalled negotiations and mounting international pres... Top News · Apr 28, 2024
Campus Protests Spark Arrests Amid Palestinian-Israeli Conflict Recent protests at US universities over Gaza conflict highlight challenges in managing political activism while ensuring student safety and free speech. Top News · Apr 28, 2024
Biden Pokes Fun At Trump, Protesters Chant 'Free, Free Palestine' At White House Media Dinner Despite the Gaza protesters outside, President Joe Biden in his speech made no mention of Israel's ongoing war and took the opportunity to take jabs at Trump. International Business Times · Apr 28, 2024
Hamas delegation due in Cairo on Monday for Gaza ceasefire talks A senior Hamas official told AFP on Sunday that the group would deliver its response to Israel's latest counterproposal for a Gaza ceasefire on Monday in Egypt as mediators stepped up efforts to reach a deal ahead of an Israeli assault on the southern city of Rafah. Earlier, Palestinian Authority… France 24 · Apr 28, 2024
Gaza protestors picket White House correspondents dinner, as Biden ribs Trump The war in Gaza spurred large protests outside a glitzy roast with President Joe Biden, journalists, politicians and celebrities Saturday but went all but unmentioned by participants inside. WEKU · Apr 28, 2024
Columbia University Faces Calls To Divest From Companies Pro-Palestinian student groups at Columbia University advocate for divesting funds from companies linked to Israel's military actions. Top News · Apr 28, 2024
Gaza Set To Dominate Saudi-hosted Global Economy Summit The war in Gaza and broader Middle East tensions are expected to get top billing at a Saudi-hosted special meeting of the World Economic Forum that begins on Sunday. International Business Times · Apr 28, 2024
International Business Times · Apr 28, 2024 Blinken To Saudi As Window Shrinks On Middle East Mega-deal Washington's top diplomat will travel to Saudi Arabia on Sunday as the deadline approaches on a landmark -- and, analysts say, long-shot -- deal that would see the kingdom recognise Israel.
WEKU · Apr 27, 2024 Bernie Sanders says Netanyahu is attacking campus protests to deflect war criticism Israeli Prime Minister Benjamin Netanyahu criticized ongoing campus protests across the U.S. as antisemitic. The Vermont senator said it was an attempt to "deflect attention" from Israel's actions.
Top News · Apr 27, 2024 Secretary Of State Blinken To Travel To Saudi Arabia Secretary Blinken's visit to Saudi Arabia for ceasefire talks amidst Israel-Hamas negotiations. Hamas obstructing progress towards resolution.
Reason · Apr 27, 2024 MIT President's Statement on the Anti-Israel Students' Encampment https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=IBoNDRuyLww Here's the transcript; on balance, the message seems to me to be correct (though I would be inclined to say that such encampments, if they violate content-neutral rules—as they usually do—should be removed more promptly): Hello, everyone. As you surely know, campus communities across the country are struggling to…
Top News · Apr 27, 2024 Secretary Blinken's Ongoing Diplomatic Efforts In Middle East Secretary of State Blinken's diplomatic mission to address escalating crisis in the Middle East amid Israel-Hamas conflict.
Top News · Apr 27, 2024 Israeli Foreign Minister Suggests Hostage Deal To Defer Operation Israeli Foreign Minister's statement on potential deal with Hamas to secure release of captives, aiming to avert conflict in Gaza.
Top News · Apr 27, 2024 Israeli Prime Minister's Office Rejects Hamas Disinformation Campaign Israeli government refutes Hamas accusations of mass grave in Gaza hospital, calls for transparent investigation into the matter.
Al Jazeera · Apr 27, 2024 Hamas releases video of two Israeli captives held in Gaza The two men, identified as Keith Siegel and Omri Miran, send love to their families and ask to be released in the video.
International Business Times · Apr 27, 2024 Hamas Releases Video Of Two Hostages Calling For Gaza Deal Hamas's armed wing released video Saturday of two men held hostage in Gaza who are seen alive and urging Israeli authorities to strike a deal for the release of all the remaining captives.
International Business Times · Apr 27, 2024 'Constant Terror' In Rafah As Gazans Brace For Israeli Invasion Palestinians in Rafah told AFP Saturday they were living in "constant terror" as Israel vows to push ahead with its planned assault on the south Gaza city flooded with displaced civilians.
The Guardian - US · Apr 27, 2024 Sanders hits back at Netanyahu: ‘It is not antisemitic to hold you accountable’ US senator says Israeli prime minister using antisemitism to distract attention from ‘extremist and racist government’ policies