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Report:

US in talks on peacekeeping team in Gaza

Biden administration officials reportedly in preliminary conversations on proposal to help fund either a multinational force or a Palestinian Arab peacekeeping team in post-war Gaza.

US in talks on peacekeeping team in Gaza

US and Britain sanction Hamas fund-raising network

US Treasury Department says the punitive measures target two individuals and three entities described as key financial facilitators involved in fundraising for Hamas.

US and Britain sanction Hamas fund-raising network

US stresses:

'We will continue airdrops of aid to Gaza'

US National Security Council says airdrops of aid to Gaza will continue, despite pleas from Hamas to stop the practice.

'We will continue airdrops of aid to Gaza'

Alan Dershowitz:

'My vote for Democrats would be a vote against Israel'

Prominent law professor lambasts Biden Administration's decision not to veto UN ceasefire resolution in interview with Israeli television. 'This will lengthen the war. This is a terrible decision both for us and for Israel.'

'My vote for Democrats would be a vote against Israel'

Defense Min. takes off for US visit

Defense Min. takes off for official visit to the US, promises to focus on preserving Israel’s qualitative military edge, achieving common goals of victory over Hamas, returning hostages home.

Defense Min. takes off for US visit

44 years later:

DNA from discarded gum leads to murder conviction

DNA collected from chewing gum leads to arrest and conviction in 1980 cold case murder. Genealogist who discovered the DNA: ‘one of the highlights of my career in genetic genealogy.’

DNA from discarded gum leads to murder conviction

US to submit draft UNSC resolution on Gaza

US says the new resolution will urge "an immediate ceasefire" in Gaza linked to the release of the hostages held by Hamas.

US to submit draft UNSC resolution on Gaza

Finland and Israel:

Top list of happiest countries in the world

The World Happiness Report finds a drastic drop in happiness in the US. Finland tops the overall list for the seventh successive year.

Top list of happiest countries in the world

Report:

US Congress deal bars funds to UNRWA until 2025

Sources say an agreement reached by US congressional leaders and the White House will continue a ban on US funding for UNRWA until March 2025.

US Congress deal bars funds to UNRWA until 2025

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Fatah official: US aid to Gaza should be supervised

Fatah secretary in Cyprus: The US is complying with "genocide" in Gaza, the American President is a liar to the bone.

Fatah official: US aid to Gaza should be supervised

US finalizes draft UN resolution on Gaza war

The draft supports international diplomatic efforts to establish Gaza ceasefire as part of a deal that releases the hostages.

US finalizes draft UN resolution on Gaza war

US elections:

Poll: Small gap in race between Biden and Trump

After Biden and Trump officially secured nominations in their respective parties, a new poll shows a very close race within the range of a sampling error.

Poll: Small gap in race between Biden and Trump

Flatbush, NY:

Israel real estate event cancelled

Arutz Sheva has been informed that immense pressure had been put on the NY Police Dept. to cancel the event, because the event and the hosting community have been targeted by violent protest groups.

Israel real estate event cancelled

Gazan reveals: What do US aid packages contain?

In addition to four nutritious meals, aid packages include candies. A Gazan videoed the package.

Gazan reveals: What do US aid packages contain?

US airdrops humanitarian aid into Gaza

In joint operation, US and Jordan airdrop 66 bundles of humanitarian aid into Gaza.

US airdrops humanitarian aid into Gaza

US and Britain sanction Houthi supporters

Iranian-backed Houthi rebels targeted in sanctions imposed by the US and the UK.

US and Britain sanction Houthi supporters

Iran:

'US and Britain seek to escalate tensions'

Iran criticizes US and British strikes on Houthi targets in Yemen, says the two countries seek to "escalate tensions and crises" in the region.

'US and Britain seek to escalate tensions'

'Strong disappointment'

China criticizes US veto of resolution on Gaza

China's permanent representative to the UN after US vetoes Security Council resolution calling for ceasefire in Gaza: The US veto sends a wrong message.

China criticizes US veto of resolution on Gaza

US official:

'We won't rush to vote on UNSC resolution on Gaza'

Senior US official says the Biden administration is not planning “to rush” passage of UN Security Council resolution that urges a temporary ceasefire in Gaza.

'We won't rush to vote on UNSC resolution on Gaza'

US resolution:

Temporary Gaza ceasefire, opposition to Rafah op.

US proposes alternative draft Security Council resolution calling for temporary ceasefire and opposing Israeli ground offensive in Rafah.

Temporary Gaza ceasefire, opposition to Rafah op.

France sanctions 28 Judea and Samaria residents

Paris has decided to impose sanctions against 28 residents of Judea and Samaria, after Britain and the US imposed a similar decision.

France sanctions 28 Judea and Samaria residents

Israel-US discuss exile of Hamas leaders from Gaza.

Israel-US discuss exile of Hamas leaders from Gaza. Netanyahu's confidants: "a very good option"

Israel-US discuss exile of Hamas leaders from Gaza.

US, Britain strike targets in Middle East

The US and Britain announce they struck 36 targets of the Iranian-affiliated Houthis in 13 locations in Yemen.

US, Britain strike targets in Middle East

US sanctions Iranian, Hezbollah financial network

US sanctions three entities and one individual based in Turkey and Lebanon for giving "critical financial support" to financial network used by Quds Force and Hezbollah.

US sanctions Iranian, Hezbollah financial network

US officials:

'UNRWA needs to make fundamental changes'

US Ambassador to the UN says US is seeking more detail from Israel about the allegations against UNRWA. State Department spokesperson: US needs to see accountability from UNRWA.

'UNRWA needs to make fundamental changes'

Paris summit:

'Progress in discussions; differences still wide'

Israel is demanding to put additional pressure on Hamas to reduce its demands and agree to an outline of a two-month ceasefire, in exchange for the release of the hostages.

'Progress in discussions; differences still wide'

Hanan Ben Ari returns to the stage - in the US

Hanan Ben Ari posted three concerts that will take place in April in the US. "I wish you would all come, I hope we can lift each other up"

Hanan Ben Ari returns to the stage - in the US

Yemen:

US army destroys two Houthi anti-ship missiles

In latest strike against Iranian-backed rebels, US army destroys two Houthi anti-ship missiles that were ready to be launched.

US army destroys two Houthi anti-ship missiles

US social media influencer:

'Gen Z needs an awakening'

Emily Austin, social media influencer: "You'd be surprised how many students don't know Hamas is a terror group. They think it's just a war between Israel and Hamas, not realizing they're right up next.”

'Gen Z needs an awakening'

Houthi leader:

'US and British strikes will only make us stronger'

Houthi leader unfazed by US and Britain's strikes: The American and British must understand that our people do not know how to surrender.

'US and British strikes will only make us stronger'

“Operation Poseidon Archer”

US and Britain strike Houthi targets in Yemen

US and Britain strike eight Houthi targets in Yemen as the US names the ongoing operation to target Houthi assets in Yemen “Operation Poseidon Archer”.

US and Britain strike Houthi targets in Yemen

US and UK strike Houthi targets in Yemen

US and UK launch air strikes struck more than a dozen Houthi targets inside of Yemen. Biden: I will not hesitate to direct further measures.

US and UK strike Houthi targets in Yemen

Pentagon:

'No plans to withdraw troops from Iraq'

Pentagon says it is not currently planning to withdraw its troops from Iraq, despite Baghdad's announcement it would begin removing the US-led military coalition.

'No plans to withdraw troops from Iraq'

Despite US condemnation:

Smotrich encourages emigration from Gaza

Minister of Finance Bezalel Smotrich continues to encourage emigration of Gaza's Arabs, despite condemnation from US administration.

Smotrich encourages emigration from Gaza

US to extend military presence in Qatar for 10 years

CNN report: The United States quietly reached an agreement that extends its military presence at Al Udeid Base in Qatar.

US to extend military presence in Qatar for 10 years

'Reckless behavior':

Four countries condemn Iran over uranium enrichment

France, Germany, Britain and US condemn Iran after IAEA report said it increased its production rate of highly enriched uranium.

Four countries condemn Iran over uranium enrichment

USA: 6 year old flew alone – and landed in wrong city

A 6-year-old boy flying alone to visit his grandmother in Florida was mistakenly put on the wrong plane by the airline.

USA: 6 year old flew alone – and landed in wrong city

Report:

Netanyahu demanded Hezbollah be moved from the border - & caved

In negotiations with the US and France, Israel is sending very different messages than what it has declared to the public, report says.

Netanyahu demanded Hezbollah be moved from the border - & caved

Austin and French counterpart:

'Houthi attacks a significant problem that must be addressed'

US Secretary of Defense and French counterpart discuss continued attacks on shipping vessels in the Red Sea by Yemen's Houthis.

'Houthi attacks a significant problem that must be addressed'

10 reasons Israelis travel to the U.S.A.

Israelis have been increasingly drawn to the United States for many reasons, creating a unique bridge between these two diverse nations.

10 reasons Israelis travel to the U.S.A.

Report:

Israel considering two-week ceasefire for hostage release

Washington Post reports Israel considering longer ceasefire, up to two weeks, for Hamas to find all hostages and bring them back to safety.

Israel considering two-week ceasefire for hostage release

International statement condemns Houthi attacks in Red Sea

US, EU, NATO and 44 countries blast Houthi rebels' hostilities in the Red Sea.

International statement condemns Houthi attacks in Red Sea

International effort to deal with Houthi threats in Red Sea

US Defense Sec. expected to announce international effort to manage Houthi threat, report says.

International effort to deal with Houthi threats in Red Sea

Report: US asked Israel not to respond to Houthi attacks

US concerned Israeli response to Houthi attacks may spark regional conflict, report says.

Report: US asked Israel not to respond to Houthi attacks

Heads of universities will testify in Congress on antisemitism

Heads of three prestigious universities to testify today before Congress on antisemitism on campus and a sense of fear among Jewish students

Heads of universities will testify in Congress on antisemitism

After Israel's session:

US urges condemnation of Hamas sexual crimes

US Mission to the UN: We call on all to unequivocally condemn acts of gender-based violence.

US urges condemnation of Hamas sexual crimes

US officials:

'Disappointed no Americans have been freed yet'

US officials say they remain hopeful at least three Americans held by Hamas will be freed as part of the deal.

'Disappointed no Americans have been freed yet'

Senator Schumer at DC rally:

'We must not forget history'

US Senate Chuck Schumer speaks to close to 300,000 at March for Israel rally held in Washington DC: "We stand with Israel."

'We must not forget history'

Report:

Qatar will sanction Hamas after the release of the hostages

US and Qatar agree that Doha will re-examine its relations with Hamas after the end of the hostage crisis in Gaza.

Qatar will sanction Hamas after the release of the hostages

Russia and China veto UNSC resolution on Israel-Hamas war

The US draft condemns Hamas attack on Israel, supports Israel’s right to defend itself, and calls for unconditional release of hostages.

Russia and China veto UNSC resolution on Israel-Hamas war

Report:

Ground incursion delayed to allow US to send additional forces

US voices concerns of Iranian attacks on its forces due to ground incursion, asks for time to send additional forces to the region.

Ground incursion delayed to allow US to send additional forces

In new UNSC resolution:

US says Israel has the right to defend itself

It is not clear if or when the United States plans to put the draft resolution to a vote.

US says Israel has the right to defend itself

Video:

Cargo plane delivers initial shipment of weapons to Israel

Defense Ministry releases footage showing arrival of cargo plane delivering shipment of advanced weaponry to Israel.

Cargo plane delivers initial shipment of weapons to Israel

Western countries:

'We will support Israel in its efforts to defend itself '

Leaders of France, Germany, Italy, the United Kingdom and the United States condemn Hamas, express support for Israel.

'We will support Israel in its efforts to defend itself '

Fox News:

Is the US headed towards 'bankruptcy'?

Rep. Josh Brecheen, R-Okla., speaks with ‘Fox News Live’ about the House’s latest efforts to avoid a government shutdown

Is the US headed towards 'bankruptcy'?

Lebanon:

Suspect arrested in shooting outside US embassy

Lebanese security forces detain man suspected of being behind last week’s shooting outside US embassy, in which no one was hurt.

Suspect arrested in shooting outside US embassy

Shots fired outside US embassy in Beirut

Embassy spokesperson says there were no injuries in the incident and the facility is safe.

Shots fired outside US embassy in Beirut

Iran urged to reverse its decision to ban IAEA inspectors

US, Britain, France and Germany call on Iran to "immediately reverse" decision to withdraw accreditation from nuclear watchdog inspectors.

Iran urged to reverse its decision to ban IAEA inspectors

Netanyahu:

'The protesters are joining the PLO and Iran'

Netanyahu blasts protesters who plan to demonstrate during his visit to the US: These demonstrations cross all boundaries.

'The protesters are joining the PLO and Iran'

US, UK sanction Iran ahead of anniversary of Mahsa Amini's death

US and Britain imposes sanctions on Iran ahead of the one-year anniversary of woman whose death sparked mass protests.

US, UK sanction Iran ahead of anniversary of Mahsa Amini's death