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Ceasefire elusive as Blinken leaves Middle East, with future Israeli presence in Gaza key sticking point

The US secretary of state’s ninth visit to the region since the start of the conflict has ended without truce agreement

The Guardian - AU

Jewish Democrat Criticizes Party's Stance On Middle East Conflict

Jewish activist Shabbos Kestenbaum criticizes Democratic Party's handling of Israel and antisemitism issues, highlighting internal divisions and challenges.

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Democrats ‘enthused’ as Harris prepares to accept nomination at Chicago convention

US Vice President Kamala Harris has enjoyed a steady rise in her favorability ratings, with her party members energized over her candidacy as the Democratic National Convention opens in Chicago Monday. But thousands of activists calling for a Gaza ceasefire are expected to converge at the convention, exposing increasing opposition,…

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David Lammy warns of rising risk of full-scale regional war in Middle East

The UK foreign secretary and his French counterpart write in the Observer about their fears over Israel’s escalating tensions with Iran

The Guardian - UK

It’s never too late for peace in the Middle East – we must break the cycle of violence

A ceasefire could enable progress towards a two-state solution – the only long-term route to safety and security, says David Lammy and Stéphane Séjourné

The Guardian - UK

Biden says Gaza ceasefire in sight, warns against efforts to undermine deal

US Secretary of State Antony Blinken will travel to the Middle East to continue diplomatic push for ceasefire deal.

Al Jazeera

Crude Settles Higher on Economic Optimism and Middle East Tensions

Sep WTI crude oil (CLU24 ) Thursday closed up +1.18 (+1.53%), and Sep RBOB gasoline (RBU24 ) closed up +3.69 (+1.59%). Crude oil and gasoline prices closed moderately higher on Thursday. Stronger-than-expected US jobless claims and retail sales reports Thursday signaled economic strength and were positive for energy demand and...

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Grattan on Friday: Peter Dutton inflames debate around visas for Palestinians fleeing Gaza

Peter Dutton is 100% signed up to the position of Israel in the Middle East conflict. Immigration minister Tony Burke has an electorate with the second largest Muslim community of any seat in the country.

The Conversation

U.S. Secretary Of State Postpones Middle East Trip Over Security Concerns

U.S. Secretary of State delays Middle East trip amid heightened security concerns and ongoing Israel-Hamas conflict. Cease-fire talks planned as tensions rise.

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US approves $20 billion in weapons sales to Israel amid threat of wider Middle East war

The U.S. has approved $20 billion in arms sales to Israel, including scores of fighter jets and advanced air-to-air missiles

The Independent UK

Why should US troops pay the price for Biden’s failure to rein in Netanyahu?

Small, poorly defended bases in the Middle East are targets because the president refuses to disown Israel’s reckless PM, says former US army officer Harrison Mann

The Guardian - UK

Western Powers Issue Joint Statement Warning Iran And Allies

Western powers caution Iran and allies to de-escalate tensions in the Middle East amidst rising conflicts and international efforts for peace.

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US orders strike group to accelerate deployment to Middle East amid fears of Iran attack on Israel

Secretary of defence also announces deployment of guided missile submarine, as Hamas appears to push back against resuming ceasefire negotiations

The Guardian - UK

US Deploys Submarine And Carrier Group To Middle East

US Defense Secretary deploys USS Georgia submarine and USS Abraham Lincoln carrier strike group to Middle East in response to imminent Iranian threat again...

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‘It legitimizes us’: the minority businesses still fighting for recognition

Middle Eastern and north African business owners couldn’t get certified in the US – but a new wave of entrepreneurs is changing that

The Guardian - UK

Threat to stock markets comes from China and Middle East, not the US

US economy has staying power but China’s growth prospects have worsened and too little attention is paid to war in Gaza

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Israel Braces For Potential Conflict With Hezbollah

Tensions escalate in the Middle East as Iran threatens Israel through proxies like Hezbollah, raising fears of a potential regional conflict.

The Conversation

Gaza update: Hamas appoints new leader as Middle East braces for more violence

Iran is going to launch a retaliatory strike against Israel for the dual assassinations of Hamas leader, Ismail Haniyeh, on July 31 and Hezbollah’s number two, Fuad Shukr, just hours before. The only questions are when, where and how far will Iran go, which leads to its own supplemental question:…

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The Independent UK

Flight delays expected as British Airways and Virgin Atlantic avoid Middle East airspace due to rising tension

Exclusive: Passengers can expect longer flight times while Qantas drops its Perth-London direct route

The Conversation

Qatari mediation was already producing diminishing returns – assassination of Hamas negotiator further erodes Gulf state’s role

When the longtime political chief of Hamas was assassinated in late July 2024, it didn’t just leave the entire Middle East on edge. It also created a political headache in Qatar.

Al Jazeera

Iran’s response to Israel looms. What are the possible scenarios?

With tension in the Middle East at its highest since October 7, how did we get here and what could happen next?

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Heightened Tensions In Middle East Prompt Countries To Urge Evacuation

Tensions escalate in Lebanon as countries warn citizens and deploy military assets in response to regional conflicts.

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Tensions Escalate In Middle East As U.S. Supports Israel

Recent discussions between U.S. and Israeli defense officials address rising tensions with Iran and its proxies, emphasizing enhanced protection for Americ...

Evening Standard

President Biden says he hopes Iran steps back after it swore vengence for dead Hamas leader killed in Tehran

The US leader has also bolstered his forces in the wider Middle East region

The Guardian - UK

Hamas’s leader is dead, Iran vows revenge: can anything stop all-out war in the Middle East?

The assassination of a Hamas leader in Tehran humiliated Iran’s leaders, dashed hopes of a ceasefire and left the heavily armed nations of the Middle East moving inexorably closer to an all-out war they all claim not to want

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