Middle East
US expects Israel to agree to truce plan if Hamas accepts it – Voice of America
Journalists and Palestinian health officials said Monday that Israeli strikes killed at least 11 people in Gaza, while the United States pushed for a cease-fire deal that would include an initial halt in fighting and the release of some hostages held by Hamas. for the...
Israel takes steps to meet US demands following Biden’s threats – Voice of America
One day following U.S. President Joe Biden's warning to Israeli Prime Minister Netanyahu that he will change policy unless Israel adjusts its war conduct, Israel took steps to allow more aid in and announced the dismissal of two officers in connection with the...
Biden Ordering US Military to Build Port in Gaza to Facilitate Aid – Voice of America
WASHINGTON — President Joe Biden will use his State of the Union address late Thursday to announce that he has directed the U.S. military to build a port in Gaza to facilitate delivery of critically needed aid for Palestinians displaced and suffering amid Israeli’s...
Israel: 1.1 Million in Gaza Should Evacuate Within 24 Hours – Voice of America
Israel Defense Forces on Friday called on civilians to leave Gaza City "for their own safety and protection." For the full article, click here.
White House Confirms Attempt to Convince Saudis to Postpone Oil Cuts Until After Midterm Election
The White House on Thursday confirmed President Joe Biden’s officials tried to convince Saudi Arabia to postpone any oil production cuts. For the full article, click here.
Joe Biden Orders Airstrikes: Bombs Syria Again
President Joe Biden again ordered airstrikes in Syria on Sunday, the second time he has done so in his young presidency. The Pentagon announced Sunday in a statement Biden had ordered airstrikes against two targets in Syria and one site in Iraq after militias used the...