The Observer view: it’s up to Israel’s allies to persuade Netanyahu to stop standing in the way of peace | Observer editorial
Israeli Prime Minister Benjamin Netanyahu’s emotional vow to “destroy” Hamas, which massacred some 1,200 people on October 7, 2023, is understandable. But in reality, that was never a achievable goal. Eight months into the ensuing conflict, which has left more than 35,000 Palestinians dead, Hamas is still fighting in the Gaza Strip, which it believed […]
Stefanik to slam Biden’s weapons hold in remarks before Israel’s government
In a speech in Israel’s parliament on Sunday, Rep. Elise Stefanik (RN.Y.) is expected to condemn President Biden’s suspension of arms supplies to the country as it continues its military operation against Hamas in the Gaza Strip. Her remarks in the Knesset came after the Biden administration warned Israel not to invade the southern Gaza […]
State Dept stresses no conclusion on Israel’s possible international law violations after critical report
State Department spokesman Vedant Patel stressed on Monday that the United States had not reached a conclusion on whether Israel may have violated international law in the Gaza Strip, following Friday’s critical report. “This report makes clear that this is a very complex and convoluted battlefield, a very dense urban environment. “You’re also dealing with […]
Pausing Weapons to Israel Risks Israel’s Ability to Deter Iran, Their Proxies
On Monday’s broadcast of CNN’s “Outfront,” Rep. Adam Smith (D-Wash.), the ranking member of the House Armed Services Committee, said Israel could use large-scale weapons at Rafah even without new U.S. weapons. He said it could launch attacks, but the question is whether Israel can “adequately deter all the different attacks.” “It’s a much more […]
‘I Support Israel’s Right to Win Its War on Terror’
Former President Donald Trump criticized President Joe Biden for “setting the world on fire,” referring to his remarks earlier this week that he would withhold weapons and artillery from Israel. At a rally in Wildwood, New Jersey, on Saturday, President Trump referred to comments made in a CNN interview in which Biden said he would […]
Mace on Gaza war: ‘The promised land’ is Israel’s; ‘Biblical warfare, plain and simple’
Congresswoman Nancy Mace (RS.C.) opined on the ongoing conflict between Israel and Hamas in Gaza, calling it a “biblical war.” “Israel does not occupy the land, it owns it. The Promised Land is theirs.” Posted by Mace on social media platform X. “This is a Biblical war, plain and simple.” Mace, like many other Republicans, […]
Israel’s Security Cabinet Votes to Expand Rafah Operation, Keep Talks Going
Israel’s Security Cabinet announced on Friday that it would expand Israeli Defense Forces (IDF) operations in Rafah, albeit on a limited basis, and continue talks with Egyptian mediators in the hope of reaching a hostage release agreement with Hamas. It was resolved. The vote was interpreted as a rebuke to the Biden administration after the […]
Eurovision viewing parties in England cancelled over Israel’s participation | Eurovision
Eurovision is one of the biggest nights of the year for many LGBTQ+ venues across the UK, providing a fun party opportunity to celebrate music and high camp. But celebrations will be mixed this year after many high-profile events were canceled in protest of Israel’s participation. Viewing parties in London and Brighton were called off, […]
We Want to Remain Israel’s Best Ally, But If They Don’t Listen, Biden Will Impose ‘Consequences’
On Bloomberg’s Friday broadcast of “Balance of Power,” Rep. John Garamendi (D-Calif.) said that while America wants to remain Israel’s best ally, “the Biden administration… “Certainly I agree here, but we want to continue to be a very strong ally.” Opinions differ on how Israel is waging its war in Gaza. So whatever Israel is […]
State Dept. Report on Israel’s Use of U.S. Weapons Gives Ammo to Both Sides
A State Department report on Israel’s use of American weapons sought to please both pro-Israel and anti-Israel voices and generated a number of contradictory headlines. “Biden administration says Israel has not violated U.S. arms regulations.” NBC. “The United States claims that the use of American weapons by Israel may have violated international law, but the […]