Middle East

Israeli War Cabinet Member Says He'll Resign Unless There's A New War Plan By June 8

“If you choose the path of fanatics and lead the entire nation to the abyss — we will be forced to quit the government,” Benny Gantz said.
By Wafaa Shurafa, Joe Krauss and Jack Jeffery, AP

Hundreds Of Pro-Palestinian Protesters Rally In Washington To Mark A Painful Present And Past

About 400 demonstrators braved steady rains to rally on the National Mall on the 76th anniversary of what is called the Nakba, the Arabic word for catastrophe.
By ASHRAF KHALIL, AP

This Is The Big Problem With The Celebrity Boycott

The viral "digital guillotine" calls for fans to block celebs who haven't expressed support for Gaza. But the outcome may be more disappointing than effective.
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Israel Recovers Bodies Of 3 Israelis Killed During October 7 Attack

Israeli troops have recovered the bodies of three hostages who were killed by Hamas on Oct. 7 at an outdoor music festival near the border.
By The Associated Press, AP

1st Aid Shipment Has Been Driven Across Newly Built Pier Into Gaza Strip, U.S. Says

Both the U.S. and aid groups warn the pier project is not considered a substitute for land deliveries that could bring in all the food, water and fuel needed in Gaza.
By Lolita C. Baldor and Jon Gambrell, AP

With More Bombing And Less Aid, Gaza’s Humanitarians Are Feeling The Squeeze

Many Palestinian aid workers are facing an uphill battle trying to coordinate humanitarian assistance in Gaza while keeping their families safe.
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California College Professor To Stand Trial In Death Of Pro-Israel Protester Last Year

If found guilty of all charges, he could be sentenced to more than four years in prison.
By AP

The Pro-Palestinian Movement Finds Its Footing As Biden Inches Left

Rep. Alexandria Ocasio-Cortez’s team encouraged progressives to applaud President Biden’s ultimatum to Israel. Not every activist is ready to cheer just yet.
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House Democrats Fume Over Unprecedented Israeli Rebuke Of Lawmakers

Congressional aides told HuffPost a May 8 letter from Israel's ambassador was “stunning,” “embarrassing” and “verging on offensive.”
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Jewish American Biden Appointee Is Latest To Resign In Protest Of Gaza Policy

"President Biden has the blood of innocent people on his hands," said Lily Greenberg Call in her resignation letter to the U.S. Department of the Interior.
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