The US just avoided a government shutdown. What happens now? Democratic senator says there’s an ‘overwhelming bipartisan majority in favour of aid to Ukraine, aid to Israel, aid to Taiwan’ The Independent UK · Nov 16, 2023
California authorities arrest man in death of Jewish demonstrator California authorities have arrested a man in connection with the death of a Jewish protester during demonstrations over the Israel-Hamas war The Independent UK · Nov 16, 2023
Hamas isn't the first military group to hide behind civilians as a way to wage war The Israeli military said on Nov. 15, 2023, that it had found weapons and a Hamas command center at Shifa Hospital in Gaza City, after sending troops into the medical facility. The Conversation · Nov 16, 2023
Israeli forces kill three Palestinians after alleged West Bank attack Israeli police say six members of the security forces were wounded in a shooting attack at a checkpoint near Bethlehem. Al Jazeera · Nov 16, 2023
Senior Labour MP questions 'how far' international law applies in Gaza A SENIOR Labour MP has claimed there are 'questions' about 'how far and when' international law applies in relation to Israel’s bombardment of… The National (Scotland) · Nov 16, 2023
ASEAN defense chiefs call for immediate truce, aid corridor in Israel-Hamas war Southeast Asian defense ministers have expressed “profound concern” over the loss of civilian lives in the Israel-Hamas war and called for an immediate truce and creation of a humanitarian corridor to deliver aid The Independent UK · Nov 16, 2023
Congress adopting ambivalent stance on Palestine issue: CM CM Vijayan criticizes Congress for "ambivalent" stance on Palestine issue. He questions Congress' "followers of Nehru" for lack of clear stance on humanitarian issue. He also slams Congress for not organizing a token protest in Delhi. He contrasts this with CPI(M)'s condemnation of Israel's "sadist" war on Gaza. He also… The Hindu · Nov 16, 2023
Live on TikTok: Cousin of Palestinian activist beaten by Israeli soldiers Soldiers were filmed violently assaulting cousin of killed activist, Nizar Banat, in front of his screaming children. Al Jazeera · Nov 16, 2023
Granddaughter Of Israeli Captive Urges World To Act ‘Really Swift’ The photos and videos of Yaffa Adar, 85, being driven to Gaza on her mobility scooter by Hamas terrorists on Oct 7, Make Rounds Zenger · Nov 16, 2023
High-Tech Companies In Israel Adapt And Raise Funds Amidst Gaza Conflict Israeli Tech Sector Holds Strong Amidst War Challenges Zenger · Nov 16, 2023
Israeli-U.S. Dual Citizen Killed In Gaza As Mourners Gather For Funeral Maj. (res.) Moshe Leiter's funeral draws hundreds as father appeals to President Biden Zenger · Nov 16, 2023
How colonialist depictions of Palestinians feed western ideas of eastern 'barbarism' Like so many other Palestinians, my friend Abeer Salah (not her real name) lives in exile. For Salah, home is Baqa’a refugee camp 20 kilometres north of Jordan’s capital of Amman. But she has family and friends trapped in Gaza. Since the horrific Hamas attacks of Oct. 7 and Israel’s… The Conversation · Nov 16, 2023
At the Races: Dem divisions get violent - Roll Call The CQ Roll Call newsroom tracks campaigns nationwide, sharing the best storie,s with some extras, in the At the Races newsletter. Roll Call · Nov 16, 2023
China: why there has been a sudden 'surge' of antisemitism in the People's Republic During the conflict between Hamas and Israel in Gaza, many nations have tried to maintain a neutral stance by not explicitly supporting either side. But despite attempts at balanced commentaries at the top of business and politics, there has been evidence of rising antisemitism in many countries. One of these… The Conversation · Nov 16, 2023
The Independent UK · Nov 16, 2023 Irish government faces claims of ‘double standards’ on Israel and Russia Opposition motions calling for a range of sanctions against Israel were voted down in the Dail parliament on Wednesday.
The Guardian - UK · Nov 16, 2023 Tensions build behind the scenes between US and Israel over Gaza Western officials continue to ask searching questions about future strategy as diplomatic pressure mounts
Al Jazeera · Nov 16, 2023 In Gaza, Ahmad lost his family then his legs to Israel’s bombing Ahmad Shabat lost his legs in an Israeli air attack outside a UN school in Nuseirat refugee camp that killed his uncle.
The Conversation · Nov 16, 2023 No, you're not that good at detecting fake videos − 2 misinformation experts explain why and how you can develop the power to resist these deceptions Someone tracking the conflict raging in the Middle East could have seen the following two videos on social media. The first shows a little boy hovering over his father’s dead body, whimpering in Arabic, “Don’t leave me.” The second purports to show a pregnant woman with her stomach slashed open…
The Conversation · Nov 16, 2023 'From the river to the sea' – a Palestinian historian explores the meaning and intent of scrutinized slogan What does the call “From the river to the sea, Palestine will be free” mean to Palestinians who say it? And why do they keep using the slogan despite the controversy that surrounds its use?
Al Jazeera · Nov 16, 2023 S Africa’s ruling ANC to back opposition motion to close Israeli embassy President Cyril Ramaphosa has called on the International Criminal Court to investigate Israel for war crimes in Gaza.
The Guardian - UK · Nov 16, 2023 Israel drops leaflets warning people to flee southern Gaza towns Flyer campaign raises fears war could spread to areas IDF previously said were safe
WEKU · Nov 16, 2023 Up First briefing: Congress avoids government shutdown; Biden and Xi meeting takeaways The Senate passed a stopgap bill that funds the government through early 2024. President Biden and China's Xi Jinping announced new agreements on fentanyl and military communications.
The Guardian - UK · Nov 16, 2023 My Jewish cultural identity is wrapped up in food. But some events are so momentous they blunt the appetite As the crisis in Gaza and Israel unfolds, we hunger for grand statements and moral clarity. But all I really feel is despair
Al Jazeera · Nov 16, 2023 Middle East Roundup: Is Shifa Hospital really a Hamas ops hub? Raiding Gaza’s largest hospital, another communications blackout, Israel’s goals in Gaza – the Middle East this week.
The Guardian - UK · Nov 16, 2023 First Thing: Biden defends refusal to call for ceasefire in Gaza US president appears to acknowledge Israeli bombing campaign has been ‘indiscriminate’. Plus, 10 ways the changing climate is creating a health emergency