US says it was reasonable to assess Israel used US weapons inconsistent with humanitarian law

US says it was reasonable to assess Israel used US weapons inconsistent with humanitarian law US State Department was asked to deliver to Congress under a new National Security Memorandum (NSM) that President Joe Biden issued in early February. By REUTERS MAY 11, 2024 00:04 Updated: MAY 11, 2024 00:29  The Biden administration on Friday […]

UN General Assembly Backs Palestinian Bid for Membership

May 10, 2024 1:42 pm UN General Assembly Backs Palestinian Bid for Membership  by Reuters and Algemeiner Staff Delegates react to the results during the United Nations General Assembly vote on a draft resolution that would recognize the Palestinians as qualified to become a full UN member, in New York City, US, May 10, 2024. […]

We cannot undermine our ally Israel’: 26 Democrats pan Biden’s hold up of weapons

In letter to White House, pro-Israel legislators concerned about the message it sends to Iranian proxies; in contrast, progressive Jewish Senator Sanders applauds measure By JTA and TOI STAFFToday, 9:55 pm  2 File: Rep. Josh Gottheimer, a New Jersey Democrat, and Rep. Debbie Wasserman Schultz, a Florida Democrat, attend a vigil for Israeli victims of Hamas’s October 7 […]

Fires rage in Northern Israel after Hezbollah barrage from Lebanon

The heavy rocket barrages caused the fire, which is still raging at this hour, with the arrival of Shabbat. Firefighters have not yet brought the blaze under control. ELI ASHKENAZI MAY 10, 2024 22:11 Following several heavy barrages from Lebanon on Friday afternoon, fires erupted in Northern Israel, according to Israeli media. The heavy rocket […]

WH: Israel’s operation in Rafah thus far not deemed major ground offensive

WH: Israel’s operation in Rafah thus far not deemed major ground offensive The White House clarifies its stance on Israel’s Rafah operation, supporting targeting Hamas but urging precision to avoid humanitarian suffering. By HANNAH SARISOHN MAY 10, 2024 21:53 Updated: MAY 10, 2024 22:18  WHITE HOUSE National Security Council spokesman John Kirby answers questions during […]