Aug 12 Argentina’s Milei launches initiative to boost Israel-Latin America ties By Associated Press President Javier Milei of Argentina is helping to launch a $1 million initiative to improve diplomatic relations between Israel and several Latin American countries. Continue reading
Aug 12 Madonna urges Pope Leo to visit Gaza: ‘Bring your light to the children before it’s too late’ By Associated Press Madonna has urged the pope to visit Gaza “before it's too late.” She posted her appeal on social media Monday, inspired by her son Rocco's birthday. Continue reading
Aug 12 Targeted killing of journalists in Gaza sends chilling message By David Bauder, Associated Press The targeted killing of an Al Jazeera correspondent in Gaza over the weekend was a notable moment even for a war that has been remarkably blood-soaked for journalists. Continue reading
Aug 11 Watch 4:38 Al Jazeera’s Anas al-Sharif and 4 other journalists killed by Israeli drone strike in Gaza By Nick Schifrin, Janine AlHadidi, Dan Sagalyn Some of the heaviest Israeli bombardment in weeks was reported overnight in Gaza. Health authorities said at least 34 people were killed, including five Al Jazeera staffers. It comes as Israeli Prime Minister Benjamin Netanyahu continued to defend his plan… Continue watching
Aug 11 Prime minister says Australia will recognize a Palestinian state, criticizes Israel’s new offensive in Gaza By Charlotte Graham-McLay, Associated Press Prime Minister Anthony Albanese has announced that Australia will recognize a Palestinian state. This move aligns with recent signals from leaders in France, Britain and Canada. Continue reading
Aug 11 Israel plans to widen coming offensive beyond Gaza City into last areas not under its control By Joseph Krauss, Associated Press Prime Minister Benjamin Netanyahu says Israel plans to widen its coming offensive beyond Gaza City to the last areas not yet under Israeli control. Continue reading
Aug 11 Israel targets and kills Al Jazeera correspondent Anas al-Sharif in Gaza airstrike as journalist toll grows By Sam Metz, Samy Magdy, Associated Press It was the first time during the 22-month war that Israel's military swiftly claimed responsibility after a journalist was killed in a strike. Continue reading
Aug 10 Watch 6:20 Netanyahu lashes out at critics of plan to occupy Gaza City as condemnation mounts By John Yang, Andrew Corkery In the face of mounting international condemnation, Israeli Prime Minister Netanyahu defended his plan for a military occupation of Gaza City. At a news conference Sunday, he lashed out at what he called a “global campaign of lies,” while the… Continue watching
Aug 10 Netanyahu defends military expansion in Gaza and says it will be wider than announced By Wafaa Shurafa, Sam Metz, Sami Magdy, Associated Press Even as more Israelis express concern over the 22-month war, Netanyahu said the security Cabinet last week instructed the dismantling of Hamas strongholds not only in Gaza City but also in the “central camps” and Muwasi. Continue reading
Aug 09 Watch 2:37 News Wrap: Zelenskyy says Ukraine won’t give up territory to end war with Russia In our news wrap Saturday, Zelenskyy rejected Trump’s suggestion that a peace deal between Ukraine and Russia may include the two nations “swapping” territory, outrage grew over Israel’s plan to take control of Gaza City, a memorial was held in… Continue watching