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Harris Urges Netanyahu to End Gaza Conflict, Secure Hostages' Release
Vice President Kamala Harris urged Israeli Prime Minister Benjamin Netanyahu to secure a ceasefire with Hamas to facilitate the return of hostages held in Gaza since October 7. Harris, who is poised to be the Democratic presidential nominee, emphasized the urgency of the situation during a meeting with Netanyahu at the White House on Thursday. 
Vice President Kamala Harris urged Israeli Prime Minister Benjamin Netanyahu to secure a ceasefire with Hamas to facilitate the return of hostages held in Gaza since October 7. Harris, who is poised to be the Democratic presidential nominee, emphasized the urgency of the situation during a meeting with Netanyahu at the White House on Thursday. -
Biden and Netanyahu Meet Amid High Stakes and Simmering Tensions
President Joe Biden and Israeli Prime Minister Benjamin Netanyahu met in the Oval Office Thursday, in what could be their final face-to-face discussion before Biden leaves office. The meeting was marked by cordiality, despite underlying tensions over the ongoing Gaza conflict and broader Middle East issues. 
President Joe Biden and Israeli Prime Minister Benjamin Netanyahu met in the Oval Office Thursday, in what could be their final face-to-face discussion before Biden leaves office. The meeting was marked by cordiality, despite underlying tensions over the ongoing Gaza conflict and broader Middle East issues. -
U.S. Intercepts Russian and Chinese Bombers Off Alaskan Coast
The U.S. military intercepted several Russian and Chinese bombers in international airspace near Alaska on Wednesday. This unprecedented event marks the first time Russian and Chinese aircraft have jointly entered the Alaska Air Defense Identification Zone (ADIZ), highlighting the increasing military activities in the region. 
The U.S. military intercepted several Russian and Chinese bombers in international airspace near Alaska on Wednesday. This unprecedented event marks the first time Russian and Chinese aircraft have jointly entered the Alaska Air Defense Identification Zone (ADIZ), highlighting the increasing military activities in the region. -
200,000 Children and Vulnerable Adults Abused in New Zealand's Care System Over Seven Decades, Inquiry Reveals
New Zealand Prime Minister Christopher Luxon issued a heartfelt apology and promised sweeping reforms on Wednesday after a harrowing public inquiry found that approximately 200,000 children, young people, and vulnerable adults were subjected to abuse in state and religious care over the past 70 years. 
New Zealand Prime Minister Christopher Luxon issued a heartfelt apology and promised sweeping reforms on Wednesday after a harrowing public inquiry found that approximately 200,000 children, young people, and vulnerable adults were subjected to abuse in state and religious care over the past 70 years. -
Tensions High as Netanyahu Condemns Protesters, Reaffirms U.S.-Israel Alliance in Congressional Address
In a rare address to Congress, Israeli Prime Minister Benjamin Netanyahu drew stark parallels between the October 7 Hamas attack on Israel and historic U.S. tragedies such as Pearl Harbor and 9/11. His impassioned speech aimed to fortify the U.S.-Israel relationship while addressing widespread protests and criticisms of his handling of the Gaza war. 
In a rare address to Congress, Israeli Prime Minister Benjamin Netanyahu drew stark parallels between the October 7 Hamas attack on Israel and historic U.S. tragedies such as Pearl Harbor and 9/11. His impassioned speech aimed to fortify the U.S.-Israel relationship while addressing widespread protests and criticisms of his handling of the Gaza war. -
North Korean Trash Balloons Land on South Korea's Presidential Compound, Escalating Tensions
In a bizarre turn of events that underscores the escalating tensions between North and South Korea, a balloon carrying a bag of trash from North Korea landed on the presidential compound in Seoul. This incident, which occurred on Wednesday, has heightened security concerns and brought to light the unusual methods being employed in the ongoing cross-border skirmishes. 
In a bizarre turn of events that underscores the escalating tensions between North and South Korea, a balloon carrying a bag of trash from North Korea landed on the presidential compound in Seoul. This incident, which occurred on Wednesday, has heightened security concerns and brought to light the unusual methods being employed in the ongoing cross-border skirmishes. -
Israeli Ground Assault in Gaza Sparks Mass Evacuations and Rising Death Toll
The Israeli Defense Forces (IDF) have intensified their military operations in Gaza, leading to significant casualties and widespread displacement among Palestinian residents. On Monday, the IDF announced a reduction in the so-called "humanitarian zone" in Khan Younis, prompting thousands to flee their homes. The move comes amid ongoing efforts to neutralize Hamas targets in the densely populated southern city. 
The Israeli Defense Forces (IDF) have intensified their military operations in Gaza, leading to significant casualties and widespread displacement among Palestinian residents. On Monday, the IDF announced a reduction in the so-called "humanitarian zone" in Khan Younis, prompting thousands to flee their homes. The move comes amid ongoing efforts to neutralize Hamas targets in the densely populated southern city. -
Hamas and Fatah Sign Unity Pact in Beijing, Aim to End Longstanding Division, China Says
Palestinian factions, including long-standing rivals Hamas and Fatah, have signed an agreement in Beijing aimed at ending their division and strengthening Palestinian unity. The announcement comes as Israel continues its military operations against Hamas in Gaza, highlighting China's growing role as a potential peace broker in the conflict. 
Palestinian factions, including long-standing rivals Hamas and Fatah, have signed an agreement in Beijing aimed at ending their division and strengthening Palestinian unity. The announcement comes as Israel continues its military operations against Hamas in Gaza, highlighting China's growing role as a potential peace broker in the conflict. -
Netanyahu Heads to D.C. Amid Biden's Exit from Race and Ongoing Conflict with Hamas
Israeli Prime Minister Benjamin Netanyahu embarked on a significant trip to Washington on Monday, leaving behind a nation embroiled in a relentless conflict with Hamas in the Gaza Strip. This visit comes just a day after President Joe Biden announced his decision not to seek a second term, creating a ripple of political uncertainty. Israeli Prime Minister Benjamin Netanyahu embarked on a significant trip to Washington on Monday, leaving behind a nation embroiled in a relentless conflict with Hamas in the Gaza Strip. This visit comes just a day after President Joe Biden announced his decision not to seek a second term, creating a ripple of political uncertainty. -
Philippines Resolute on South China Sea Rights Despite Provisional Deal with China
Philippine President Ferdinand Marcos Jr. declared on Monday that the Philippines would not yield its position on the South China Sea disputes. This declaration comes even as Manila has reached a "provisional arrangement" with China regarding resupply missions to the contested Second Thomas Shoal. Marcos emphasized the importance of maintaining the Philippines' stance while seeking peaceful resolutions through diplomatic channels. 
Philippine President Ferdinand Marcos Jr. declared on Monday that the Philippines would not yield its position on the South China Sea disputes. This declaration comes even as Manila has reached a "provisional arrangement" with China regarding resupply missions to the contested Second Thomas Shoal. Marcos emphasized the importance of maintaining the Philippines' stance while seeking peaceful resolutions through diplomatic channels.
