If they are not freed by January 20, he pledges retaliation. President-elect Donald Trump issued a threat to Hamas if they have not released the hostages before his…
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U.S. and Israel Say Hamas is Blocking a Hostage Deal
National Security Advisor Sullivan and Israeli spokesman Mencer speak about the situation. National Security Advisor Jake Sullivan and Israeli Government Spokesman David Mencer spoke separately this past week…
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Secretary of State Announces Aid for Palestinians After Qatar Talks
Secretary Blinken discussed cease-fire, hostage release, and Gaza rebuilding with foreign officials. Last week, Secretary of State Antony Blinken announced that the United States is investing an additional…
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Air Raid Sirens in Tel Aviv As Secretary Blinken Departs
The U.S. secretary of state has been promoting an end to Israel’s war against Hamas. On Wednesday, as U.S. Secretary of State Antony Blinken prepared to conclude his…
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Secretary Blinken Promotes Ceasefire After Israel Kills Hamas Leader Sinwar
He says that Israel can leverage action to release hostages and establish peace. Secretary of State Antony Blinken spoke with Israeli Prime Minister Benjamin Netanyahu this week, encouraging…
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U.S. Officials May Pause Aid to Israel Over Gaza Humanitarian Crisis
Secretaries of State and Defense seek concrete measures in warning to the Israeli government. Secretary of State Antony Blinken and Secretary of Defense Lloyd Austin sent a letter…
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Secretary Austin Touches Base with Israeli Defense Minister Gallant
He urges Israeli leadership to ensure the safety of UN forces in Lebanon. Secretary of Defense Lloyd Austin spoke with Israeli Minister of Defense Yoav Gallant on Wednesday,…
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U.S. Military Bombs Roughly 12 Houthi Strongholds
Responds to threats against Israel and downed U.S. military drone. U.S. officials confirmed that the United States struck over a dozen Houthi strongholds on Friday. After shooting down…
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DOJ Charges Hamas Leaders with Terrorism, Murder, and Sanctions Evasion
The charges were unsealed after the recent execution of six hostages in Gaza. The Department of Justice (DOJ) unsealed charges of terrorism, murder conspiracy, and sanctions evasion against…
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President Speaks at DNC in Chicago
Protestors breach fences surrounding the venue. President Joe Biden gave the keynote speech on Monday night at the Democratic National Convention (DNC) at the United Center. His address…
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