World
Top US official warns of ‘catastrophic consequences’ to war in Lebanon – reports
September 10, 2024 — An unnamed official in Washington was quoted as saying there is no “magic solution” to the threat posed by Hezbollah, and that reaching a diplomatic agreement is the most effective way to prevent thousands of deaths and significant material damage.
Pro-Israel lawyers launch bid to overturn partial UK arms embargo on Israel
September 9, 2024 — The British government’s decision to suspend 30 arms deals with Israel is facing a legal challenge.
Romanian Prime Minister Visits Western Wall
September 6, 2024 — On Thursday, Romanian Prime Minister Marcel Ciolacu visited the Western Wall plaza in Jerusalem, where he pledged to continue working towards the return of the Israeli hostages held in Gaza by Hamas.
Speaker of House Mike Johnson: ‘You will always have a strong ally’
September 6, 2024 — “Iran must be addressed with strength,” he said, criticizing the Biden administration for contemplating new negotiations on the nuclear deal.
Gunman killed in shootout near Israeli consulate in Munich, on 1972 attack anniversary
September 6, 2024 — Police have shot dead an 18-year-old Austrian who used a rifle with a bayonet attached in what is believed to be a terror attack on the consulate. Local reports indicate that he was previously known to authorities as an Islamist.
Gunman opens fire near Israeli consulate in Munich
September 5, 2024 — On Thursday, a gunman opened fire near the Israeli consulate in Bavaria. German security personnel shot and apprehended the attacker.
Suspicious object thrown at Israeli embassy in Washington
September 5, 2024 — A security incident is unfolding at the Israeli embassy in Washington after a suspicious object was thrown into the embassy grounds on Wednesday.
US: Israel agreed to withdraw from parts of Philadelphi as part of hostage deal
September 4, 2024 — Kirby stated that the proposal calls for a withdrawal from the crowded sections of the corridor in Phase 1, despite the Prime Minister’s claim that the IDF would maintain control indefinitely. Barnea informed Qatar that Israel would complete its full withdrawal in Phase 2.
Youngkin orders Virginia flags at half-staff for Hersh Goldberg-Polin
September 4, 2024 — The governor expressed that he is “angered and heartbroken by the senseless murder of Hersh Goldberg-Polin at the hands of terrorists.”
Execution, mass murder, mutilation, sexual crimes all in US indictment of Hamas
September 4, 2024 — The 38-page document unsealed by US Attorney General Merrick Garland details seven atrocities, including the execution of Nova festival-goers and the abduction of Shiri Bibas and her young sons, committed by six senior Hamas leaders.
White House: Murder of six hostages demonstrates Hamas’s evil, need for hostage deal
September 4, 2024 — “I’ve seen some press reporting out there about ‘take it or leave it’ and ‘final proposal,’ and ‘text this’ and ‘text that,’” John Kirby said.
FM Katz urges world to sanction Hamas and Iran following hostages' murders
September 3, 2024 — In response to Hamas’ execution of six Israeli hostages in Gaza tunnels, Foreign Minister Israel Katz has directed Israeli embassies to engage with senior foreign officials and seek measures against Iran.
