The defense secretary deploys a jet squadron and replacement strike group. The Defense Department announced an increase in the U.S. military presence in the Middle East. Defense Secretary…
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White House Says Israel-Hamas Temporary Ceasefire Deal “Close”
The secretary of state and NSC spokesperson both announce progress. White House National Security Spokesperson John Kirby said that Israel and Hamas are close to reaching a temporary…
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House Speaker Calls for Weapons to be Released to Israel
The Israeli prime minister has requested a “fast track” of the weapons. Speaker of the House Mike Johnson has called on President Joe Biden to send delayed weapons…
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President and Vice President Discuss Israel, Iran in Situation Room
Iran threatens punishment for assassination of Hamas chairman Haniyeh. President Joe Biden and Vice President Kamala Harris met with national security officials in the White House Situation Room…
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U.S. Embassy Advises Americans to Leave Lebanon
The embassy tells U.S. citizens to “create a crisis plan of action.” The U.S. Embassy in Beirut urged American citizens to leave the country of Lebanon, just one…
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White House Responds to Hezbollah Attack on Israel
NSC spokesperson reiterates U.S. support for Israel in the face of Iran-backed threats. White House National Security Council Spokesperson Adrienne Watson responded to the rocket attack of Hezbollah…
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Israeli Prime Minister Addresses Congress
He says his nation will do “whatever it must” to defeat Hamas. Israeli Prime Minister Benjamin Netanyahu spoke before a joint session of Congress on Wednesday. He urged…
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President Biden to Address the Nation
First nationwide address after withdrawing from the presidential race. President Joe Biden will give his first speech to the nation this evening after bowing out of the 2024…
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President’s Meeting with Israeli Prime Minister Rescheduled
The original plan had been to meet before the prime minister’s address to the joint session of Congress. President Joe Biden’s scheduled meeting with Israeli Prime Minister Benjamin…
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Pentagon Dismantles Gaza Temporary Humanitarian Aid Pier
Rough weather at sea plagued the project since its installation. The Pentagon announced this week that the temporary humanitarian aid pier connected to Gaza will be permanently dismantled,…
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