The issue that’s still firing up Democrats

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The issue that’s still firing up Democrats

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Apr 24

UN calls for investigation into mass graves uncovered at two Gaza hospitals: The United Nations is calling for “a clear, transparent and credible investigation” ...

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Quick Glance: UN Calls for Investigation into Mass Graves at Two Gaza Hospitals

The United Nations called for a thorough and transparent investigation into the mass graves at two major hospitals in Gaza that were searched by Israeli troops.

It was emphasized that investigators must have access to the sites, and a greater number of journalists should be able to work safely in Gaza to report on the facts.

Some of the bodies belonged to individuals killed during the hospital siege, while others were victims when Israeli forces raided the hospital.

The discovery of the graves highlights the urgency of a ceasefire, the end of the conflict, improved access for humanitarian aid, the protection of hospitals, and the release of Israeli hostages.

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Trump spends more than a quarter of campaign donations on legal fees: Ex-president’s court cases have drained $76mn from his election coffers since January last ...

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Quick Glance: Trial Judge Evaluates Trump's Compliance with Gag Order

Former President Trump is on trial in New York for hush money issues. David Pecker from 'National Enquirer' testified about an agreement to manipulate stories about Trump and his rivals.

Concerns arose about Trump's violation of the gag order by criticizing court members. Mary McCord explained how the administration of justice can be disrupted by defendants' statements, leading to legal restrictions.

Despite reluctance to detain a former president, fines may be imposed for attacks on witnesses and judicial families. Threats to security and witness testimonies pose serious challenges to the trial's integrity.

Judges emphasize the importance of upholding justice by addressing threats and ensuring the safety of those involved in legal proceedings. The credibility of the trial hinges on maintaining a fair and secure environment.

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Apr 25

11 Republican "fake electors" indicted for falsely declaring Trump won Arizona: Eighteen people including Donald Trump’s former chief of staff Mark Meadows and ...

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Quick Glance: 11 Republican 'Fake Electors' Charged in Arizona

Eleven Republicans were charged in Arizona for falsely claiming that Donald Trump won the 2020 presidential election in Arizona against Joe Biden.

They met in Phoenix to sign a certificate declaring Trump had won the state. The document was sent to Congress and the National Archives but ignored.

The Arizona charges follow indictments against fake electors in Nevada, Michigan, and Georgia.

The charges allege conspiracy, fraud, and forgery as they falsely declared Trump as the winner in Arizona despite Biden's victory by over 10,000 votes.

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Apr 20

Ukraine Russia war: US House passes crucial aid deal worth $61bn: The long-stalled package could be vital for Ukraine, which is struggling to contain Russia's ...

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Quick Glance: Ukrainian President Thanks US for Weapon Aid

Ukrainian President Zelenskyy thanked U.S. political leaders for approving an aid package for Ukraine, providing the country with a chance at "victory" in its defense against Russia.

The House passed a bill granting Ukraine $60.8 billion in aid, with Zelenskyy urging swift Senate approval to ensure rapid assistance to frontline soldiers.

Zelenskyy emphasized the critical need for long-range weapons and air defense systems to stabilize the situation and regain the initiative in Ukraine.

He addressed rumors of a territorial deal with Russia, emphasizing the importance of a strategy based on concrete democratic measures to end the war.

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Apr 25

Columbia University faces federal complaint after arresting anti-war protesters: A pro-Palestinian U.S. group filed a federal civil rights complaint against ...

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Apr 24

Biden signs $95 billion aid package with assistance for Ukraine, Israel, Taiwan. Calls for TikTok ban or sale

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Quick Glance: Biden signs Comprehensive Military Aid Package for Ukraine, Israel, and Taiwan

President Biden announces the signing of a substantial $95 billion military assistance package for Ukraine, Israel, and Taiwan, with a significant portion of the funds directed towards Ukraine.

Despite initial resistance from Republicans in Congress, Biden has signed the aid package, highlighting the reinforcement of allies and ensuring prompt deliveries to Ukraine.

The assistance for Ukraine includes weapons and military equipment valued at around $1 billion, encompassing artillery shells and air defense missiles.

Military analysts do not foresee significant changes on the frontlines in eastern Ukraine, while the US support aims to aid Ukraine in operations in southern Ukraine, particularly focusing on Crimea and the Black Sea.

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Itamar Ben-Gvir Injured in Car Accident – Developing Story: Israeli National Security Minister Itamar Ben-Gvir was injured in a car accident on Friday in the ...

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Apr 26

Hundreds arrested across US campuses as police clamp down on anti-Israel protests

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Quick Glance: USC Main Commencement Canceled Amid Gaza War Protests

Protests against the Israel-Hamas war prompt the cancellation of USC's main graduation ceremony and numerous arrests at campuses nationwide.

Universities are grappling with protests that could disrupt upcoming commencement ceremonies and are considering changes to regulations regarding encampments and exams.

Some students demand schools sever ties with Israel, leading to accusations of antisemitism and concerns about safety on campus.

The wave of protests, inspired by events at Columbia University, has led to civil rights investigations into universities facing protests and complaints of discrimination amidst the Israel-Hamas conflict.

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Trump compares campus Israel protests to 2017 white nationalist rally: Donald Trump on Thursday criticized the mostly peaceful protests on U.S ...

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Quick Glance: Trump compares Charlottesville and Israel-Gaza protests

Former President Trump downplayed the significance of the deadly 2017 white nationalist rally in Charlottesville compared to the rising demonstrations on college campuses over the situation in Gaza.

Trump highlighted that President Biden frequently cites the Charlottesville rally and Trump’s response as a reason for his White House candidacy in 2020.

Trump’s remarks coincided with college campus protests concerning the Israel-Hamas conflict, resulting in numerous Palestinian casualties in Gaza.

Biden has denounced antisemitism in the protests while also criticizing those who fail to grasp the situation with the Palestinians.

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Apr 25

Gazans vent anger against Hamas : Dissent against Islamist group increases after six months of gruelling conflict with Israel

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Quick Glance: Biden and 17 World Leaders Urge Hamas to Release Hostages

President Biden and 17 world leaders issued a joint statement urging Hamas to accept a hostage deal to achieve a ceasefire in Gaza.

The statement stresses the immediate release of hostages and a sustained ceasefire in Gaza to facilitate humanitarian aid and end hostilities.

Hamas leader Yahya Sinwar is accused of hindering progress by rejecting the deal and holding onto hostages instead of pursuing a ceasefire.

The Biden administration and mediators from Qatar and Egypt have received signals from Hamas indicating readiness to engage in negotiations, but the sincerity of these intentions remains uncertain.

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UNRWA: Expert report sees terrorist connections as insufficiently proven: The UN relief organization for Palestine refugees is heavily criticized: UNRWA ...

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Quick Glance: UNRWA Report Highlights Lack of Evidence for Israel's Employee Militancy Claims

An independent review commissioned by the United Nations found that Israel has not provided evidence to support its accusation that a 'significant' number of employees of the U.N. relief agency for Palestinian refugees in the Gaza Strip are members of terrorist organizations.

The review, led by former French foreign minister Catherine Colonna, revealed that UNRWA 'plays an indispensable and irreplaceable role in the region,' despite issues such as employees expressing political views and offices being used for 'political or military purposes'.

The review listed recommendations to enhance UNRWA operations, including improved training, more rigorous employee screening, and a thorough review of all textbooks and supplements.

Concerns were raised regarding the screening of UNRWA employees and the content of textbooks, while Israel has yet to provide evidence to support the claim that a significant number of UNRWA employees are members of terrorist organizations.

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Israeli military intelligence chief resigns over failure to prevent Hamas attack: The Israeli military say the head of its intelligence corps has resigned over ...

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Quick Glance: Israeli Military Intelligence Chief Resigns Over Hamas Attack Failures

The head of Israeli military intelligence resigned due to the failures surrounding Hamas’ unprecedented attack on October 7, marking the first senior resignation in Israel's history.

Maj. Gen. Aharon Haliva’s resignation could trigger additional resignations among Israel’s top security officials in response to the Hamas attack that initiated the Gaza war.

Haliva, alongside other military and security leaders, were expected to address the evident failures leading up to and during October 7.

Israel and its esteemed security forces were caught entirely off guard by the Hamas attack on a Jewish holiday, shattering trust in the military. The resignation may contribute to rebuilding some of this trust.

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Apr 25

Extremist Ahmed Alid guilty of Hartlepool knife murder: Moroccan asylum seeker Ahmed Alid told police he stabbed two men in protest at the Gaza conflict.

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Apr 25

Biden and 17 other world leaders issue call for Hamas to release remaining hostages in Gaza

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Apr 25

Protests at US universities: “Stop the nonsense”: Anti-Israel protests at US universities are spreading. In addition to the Middle East conflict ...

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Apr 25

Pictures of the Day | April 25, 2024: Our top photos of the day.

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Hamas studying new Israeli truce proposal as mediators seek to revive talks: JERUSALEM: Hamas said it was studying on Saturday (Apr 27) the latest Israeli ...

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Quick Glance: Israeli Forces Ready to Conquer Rafah in Gaza, Awaiting Government Approval

The Israel Defense Forces have completed all necessary preparations to capture the southernmost city of Rafah in the Gaza Strip and can initiate an operation once they receive government authorization, as stated by a senior Israeli defense official.

This official informed Reuters that Israel is planning to take control of Rafah, considered the final Hamas stronghold in Gaza, evacuate Palestinian civilians from the area, and launch an assault against Hamas fighters.

According to a spokesperson for Prime Minister Benjamin Netanyahu's government, Israel is progressing with a ground operation without specifying a timeline for the action.

Various Israeli reports indicated that top Israeli security officials traveled to Egypt on Wednesday to coordinate the planned offensive in Rafah.

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Why Jewish Society is Militarized: Israel lives in constant danger of physical annihilation. Nevertheless, after Hamas's massacre against Israel ...

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Apr 25

Fresh clashes between police and university students opposed to Israel's war in Gaza broke out across the US, raising questions about forceful methods being ...

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LIVE: ‘Stop arming Israel’ Passover protest held in Brooklyn: Reuters Live on X (Twitter)

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White House unbowed on support for Israel despite growing frustration from progressives and unrest on campuses

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Apr 25

Dozens arrested at U of Texas, USC as anti-Israel protests spread to more US campuses

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Pro-Israel professor denied entry to Columbia University campus: ‘This is 1938’: * * *

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Apr 25

Holocaust Survivor Tells Student Anti-Genocide Protesters: 'Just Keep Doing It': "There is a question of historical responsibility towards injustice ...

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Apr 25

Another ex-State Department official alleges Israeli military gets 'special treatment' on abuses

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US State Department Arabic spokesperson resigns over Gaza policy: Hala Rharrit is the third State Department official to step down over Washington's support ...

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US on track to deliver aid to Gaza from sea by early May, officials say: The U.S. is on track to start delivering critical humanitarian aid into Gaza through a ...

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Why aren't Palestinians and their allies condemning calls to support Hamas on U.S. campuses?

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Apr 24

Israeli attack on Iran territory would mean end of 'Zionist regime': Iranian President Ebrahim Raisi

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If Occupation Ends, We Will Not Need Armed Resistance – Top Hamas Official: Al-Hayya has said that the movement is ready to agree on a long truce with Israel if ...

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Apr 24

Eurovision 2024: Song Contest host Sweden braces for anti-Israel protests: Sweden said it plans to host a dazzling Eurovision Song Contest, watched by 200 ...

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Apr 25

Pro-Palestinian campus protests roil political debate in Washington: College students demonstrating their support for Palestinians on campuses across the country ...

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Dieter Hallervorden releases "Gaza Gaza" song: That's not how it works!: Dieter Hallervorden wanted to express his sympathy for the civilian population in Gaza ...

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With Trump in court, can Biden take control of the election?: As polls show the race tied, the president is campaigning around the country and his opponent is ...

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Quick Glance: Fact Check: Biden Repeats Claim of Arrest for Defending Civil Rights. Still No Evidence

President Joe Biden reiterated his story of allegedly trying to defend the civil rights of Black Americans on 'The Howard Stern Show.' However, there is no evidence to support his claim of ever being arrested at a civil rights protest, as noted by 'The Washington Post' and 'PolitiFact.'

Biden has told the story of his supposed presence at a specific protest in Delaware at least twice without mentioning an arrest. He stated that the police simply took him home on that day.

It is impossible to prove definitively whether Biden was present at this or a similar protest over 60 years ago. He has also made other false claims about his personal life in the past.

Biden falsely claimed to have 'driven an 18-wheeler' and that he never earned $400,000 in a year. During his 2020 presidential campaign, he claimed to have been 'arrested' as a US senator while trying to visit South African anti-apartheid icon Nelson Mandela in prison, which turned out to be untrue.

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Hamas ready for five-year truce with Israel, two state solution, official says: A top Hamas political official told The Associated Press the Palestinian militant ...

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White House rejects Hamas accusations that gov't is suppressing pro-Palestinian college protests

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3 reasons antisemitism is swarming college campuses : Jews are attacked and reviled on campuses, schools are shutting down and young people are supporting ...

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Apr 23

Dozens arrested at NYU ‘liberated zone’ as anti-Israel encampments sweep US campuses

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'Zionists don't deserve to live': Columbia University student rants in live instagram video

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What's in the US House's foreign aid bills for Ukraine, Israel and Taiwan?: The Republican-controlled U.S. House of Representatives released the text on ...

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Former head of ICJ explains ruling on genocide case against Israel brought by S Africa

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18-year-old Israeli woman seriously wounded in suspected terror stabbing; Attacker killed

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Terrorist stabbing attack leaves 18-year-old woman in serious condition: The terrorist has been neutralized by a civilian, according to Maariv ...

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The goal of the campus Jew-haters: To render Israel indefensible, in both senses of the word

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Billions of dollars in foreign aid for Ukraine, Israel and Taiwan advanced in the US Senate, heading for a final vote after the House of Representatives ...

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Making Kahane Proud: Ben-Gvir is Playing the Long Game: Ben-Gvir, and his threats to topple Netanyahu’s coalition government, have been the main driving force ...

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Israel's War on Gaza Has Helped Fuel 'Near Breakdown of International Law': Amnesty

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Quick Glance: Israel's Assault on Gaza: Near Collapse of International Law

Amnesty International warns of the breakdown of international law and global human rights due to government aggression and the rise of big tech.

Israel is criticized for the war on Gaza, targeting civilian populations. The international community is accused of being inactive in holding Benjamin Netanyahu's government accountable.

Amnesty also condemns Russia for the invasion of Ukraine and China for human rights abuses. The organization highlights the growing power of big tech companies and the misuse of AI.

Calls for reforms in the UN Security Council and better regulation of technologies are made. Despite challenges, people globally continue to advocate for human rights and social justice.

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Trump spends more than a quarter of campaign donations on legal fees: Ex-president’s court cases have drained $76mn from his election coffers since January last ...

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Egypt takes key role in renewed diplomatic push for truce in Gaza: CAIRO: A high-level Egyptian delegation was in Israel for talks on Friday amid a new ...

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Raisi says Israel risks its existence by attacking Iran: Iran’s President Ebrahim Raisi warned on Tuesday that if Israel were to attack Iran ...

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The U.S. must recognize Palestine: On the Face of It, These Are Important Measures That Reflect a Change in the U.S.' Approach to Symbols of the Occupation ...

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Turkey's Erdogan says he does not believe Hamas will leave Qatar: Turkish President Tayyip Erdogan said on Tuesday he does not believe the Palestinian militant ...

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Quick Glance: Turkey Should Not Provide Sanctuary to Hamas

The images of the meeting between the Turkish President and the Hamas leader in Istanbul are causing unease. Supporting the terrorist organization is problematic. The Islamists are no longer suitable as negotiating partners for resolving the Middle East conflict.

Recep Tayyip Erdogan received Hamas leader Ismail Haniya with a certain statesmanship and drew parallels between Hamas and Turkish insurgents. Turkey adamantly refuses to categorize Hamas as a terrorist organization.

Speculations are arising about a potential relocation of Hamas leaders from Qatar to Turkey. Qatar is under pressure due to its closeness to Islamists. Turkey could be an appealing choice for Hamas.

Moving the Hamas headquarters to Turkey would be a provocation towards Israel and its allies. Hamas has discredited itself as a reliable negotiating partner. A political resolution of the Middle East conflict should exclude the involvement of Hamas.

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Forecasting pioneer: ‘A lot would have to go wrong for Biden to lose’: A notable forecaster of presidential elections said in a recent interview that “a lot ...

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Haley attracts more than 150K votes in Pennsylvania GOP primary, weeks after dropping bid

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Pictures of the Day | April 24, 2024: Our top photos of the day.

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Israeli media predict offensive in Gaza's Rafah soon: Israel is poised to send troops into Rafah, the Gazan city it sees as the last bastion of Hamas ...

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German envoy: 'No cause on earth justifies October 7': Germany’s Ambassador to Israel, Steffen Seibert, discusses antisemitism following Hamas’s ...

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Israel versus Hamas: More than 10,000 women killed in the Gaza Strip, according to the UN

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Blinken says Gaza protests a hallmark of democracy, decries 'silence' on Hamas

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Michael Oren: FBI must investigate money trail behind campus antisemitic protests

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Israel-Gaza war: USA, Germany and other states call on Hamas to release all hostages

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Quick Glance: Hamas Official Proposes Disarming for Two-State Solution

Hamas is open to a five-year truce with Israel and conversion to a political party if a Palestinian state is established along pre-1967 borders, a significant concession by the group committed to Israel’s destruction.

Al-Hayya expressed Hamas' willingness to join the Palestine Liberation Organization and dissolve its military wing if a sovereign Palestinian state is formed in the West Bank and Gaza.

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Meet Gideon Falter, the man fighting on the frontline against antisemitism in the UK

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Police in riot gear arrest ‘scores’ of demonstrators at Yale anti-Israel protest encampment

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Iran oil exports hit 6-year high as west prepares sanctions: Surge in crude sales to China exposes limits of US and EU attempts to rein in Islamic republic

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Quick Glance: Iran's Oil Exports Thrive Amid Rising Tensions

Iran is exporting more oil than in the past six years, providing the economy with a $35 billion annual boost, as western countries consider tightening sanctions in response to the attack on Israel.

The US and the EU are preparing new sanctions on the Islamic republic to deter conflict escalation with Israel, facing challenges due to Iran's successful circumvention of sanctions, especially with China being its primary customer.

Iran has found ways to bypass sanctions, shielded from western pressure as its main oil exports go to China. Tensions have escalated since the Hamas attack on Israel, driving oil prices up by over 15%, while US efforts to sanction individual tankers carrying Iranian oil have had minimal impact so far.

Mounting Republican pressure urges the Biden administration to take tougher action on Iran's oil sales, with criticism over perceived leniency on existing measures. Despite US strategic oil reserves being released to stabilize prices, concerns remain over the administration's stance on enforcing sanctions similar to the previous Trump administration.

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Some Palestinians forced to flee homes as Israel shells northern Gaza: Some Palestinian civilians were fleeing their homes in northern Gaza on Wednesday (Apr 24) ...

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UK slaps fresh sanctions on Iran after Israel attack: LONDON: The UK on Thursday joined the United States and Canada in announcing a fresh set of sanctions ...

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Biden endorses House aid package for Israel, Ukraine: House Speaker Mike Johnson is forging ahead toward a vote later this week on a package of Ukraine funding ...

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Iran, Pakistan urge UN Security Council to take action against Israel: ISLAMABAD: Iran and Pakistan called on the United Nations Security Council in a joint ...

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Tufts University tagged with pro-Palestinian messages as protesters call for divestment from Israel

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Columbia Students Risk Arrest, Suspension to Maintain Gaza Solidarity Encampment on Campus

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Activist at NYC cafe demands Alec Baldwin say ‘Free Palestine, f**k Israel’: Pro-Palestine protester also taunts celebrity over fatal 2021 movie set shooting ...

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Quick Glance: Alec Baldwin Confronted over Halyna Hutchins' Death

Alec Baldwin smacked a woman's phone away after she repeatedly asked him to say 'free Palestine' and taunted him about Halyna Hutchins' death in a coffee shop confrontation.

Following a fatal incident on the Rust set in October 2021, the 66-year-old is now facing charges of involuntary manslaughter.

He waved her out of the coffee shop, but the woman persisted: 'Please say it, one time. Free Palestine, f*** Zionism, f*** Israel.'

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Iran's foreign minister calls EU sanctions 'regrettable': European Union sanctions announced following Iran's attack against Israel are "regrettable" because the ...

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Mass arrests made as US Gaza campus protests spread: Protesters at NYU and Yale are arrested while Columbia cancels in-person classes for safety.

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Quick Glance: Student Protests: Arrests at Yale and NYU

Police arrested dozens of people at pro-Palestinian demonstrations at Yale University in Connecticut and New York University in Manhattan, as student protests over Israel’s war in Gaza continue to roil US campuses.

At Yale University, at least 47 protesters were arrested and will face disciplinary action.

The police crackdowns came after Columbia University canceled in-person classes and cleared tent encampments on its campus in New York City.

The universities repeatedly asked students to leave, warning of legal and disciplinary consequences if they did not.

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Apr 26

Dueling lawsuits allege discrimination against Jews, Palestinians at Columbia: A lawsuit by Palestine Legal demands Columbia reverse students' suspensions ...

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The Republican-controlled US House of Representatives passed the first in a series of bills in a $95 billion legislative package providing security assistance ...

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Apr 24

Clashes averted at Columbia University, after ultimatum to pro-Palestinian protesters extended

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Apr 24

Defeating 'MAGA Dark Money,' Summer Lee Wins Primary in Landslide: "This is a huge testament to our collective strength and resilience as a progressive ...

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Quick Glance: Summer Lee Secures Key Victory in Pennsylvania Primary

Pennsylvania congresswoman Summer Lee successfully navigated a primary challenge on Tuesday, securing progressives one of their most crucial wins of this election cycle while preparing for an influx of pro-Israel funding targeting candidates supportive of a ceasefire.

During the primaries, Lee emerged victorious against local council member Bhavini Patel, who had raised concerns about the stance of the progressive “Squad” member on the Gaza ceasefire.

The resonance of this argument was evident among many of Lee’s supporters and local Democratic figures. The Allegheny County Democratic party formally endorsed Lee in February, marking their support for her for the first time after having backed her opponent in the 2022 primaries.

Despite the pro-Israel lobby staying out of the picture, a Super Pac intervened in Lee’s primary to bolster Patel’s campaign. The Moderate Pac, with a mission to back centrist Democrats and significant funding from Republican megadonor Jeffrey Yass, allocated over $600,000 to support Patel.

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You are poison Ivy: Taking action as antisemitism storms American universities - opinion

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