Israeli military strikes in Rafah were part of an operation to rescue two Israeli hostages taken by Hamas on Oct. 7. There were initial reports that at least 50 Palestinians were killed in the raid.
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South Africa tells the U.N. top court Israel is committing genocide in Gaza
In a landmark case that strikes at the heart of Israel’s national identity, South Africa pleaded Thursday with the U.N.’s top court to order an immediate halt to Israeli military operations in Gaza.
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In Israel, Blinken looks to planning for a post-war Gaza as bombardments rage on
Blinken said four Arab nations and Turkey promise to help rebuild Gaza. But they want to see steps toward creation of a Palestinian state, which Israel’s Benjamin Netanyahu has vowed not to allow.
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Protesters calling for a cease-fire in Gaza interrupted Biden’s campaign speech
President Biden has firmly allied himself with the Israeli government after the Oct. 7 Hamas attacks. But the progressive wing of his party is increasingly critical about civilian deaths in Gaza.
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Protesters calling for a cease-fire in Gaza interrupted Biden’s campaign speech
President Biden has firmly allied himself with the Israeli government after the Oct. 7 Hamas attacks. But the progressive wing of his party is increasingly critical about civilian deaths in Gaza.
