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WhiteHouse.gov
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Biden discussed the U.S.'s stance on Hamas's attacks and Russia's aggression in Ukraine, emphasizing America's commitment to allies, condemning terrorism, and the importance of unity.
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Daily Mail
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Israel's Defense Minister Yoav Gallant signaled a potential ground invasion of Gaza, with officials indicating a "green light" for action, vowing "total annihilation" of Hamas following recent attacks.
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The Atlantic
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Hamas's manual instructs using hostages as human shields, killing difficult ones, and originally intended to hold hostages inside Israel, as evidenced by a document obtained by The Atlantic.
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HuffPost
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Tensions escalate within the U.S. State Department over President Biden's Israel-Palestine policy, with officials considering formal dissent against perceived unilateral support for Israel's Gaza operations.
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NBC News
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The "laws of war," or International Humanitarian Law, established over the past 150 years through various treaties, aim to protect civilians during armed conflicts by setting limits on military forces.
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Haaretz
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In World War II's darkest period, FDR and Churchill mapped a post-war future. Now, the government must present a vision for Israel where millions risk and sacrifice their lives.
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Los Angeles Times
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Following Hamas' attack, Doug Emhoff, the first Jewish second spouse, addressed Jewish leaders, emphasizing unity against terrorism and hate while highlighting his personal connection to Israel.
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Semafor
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The Department of State issued a rare Worldwide Caution alert, urging any American overseas to “exercise increased caution” due to “increased tensions in various locations around the world.”
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NPR
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The Republican Party's strong pro-Israel stance has been shaped by evangelical beliefs, strategic alignments, and conservative ideologies, though younger members show varied perspectives.
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Newsweek
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Silverman faced backlash for her Instagram post about the Israeli-Palestinian conflict, in which she shared a statement about Israel's resource cutoff to Gaza being tied to Hamas releasing hostages.
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Gallup
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Americans' trust in the mass media to report news accurately is at its lowest since 2016, with a record 39% having no confidence at all, and Democrats' trust experiencing a significant decline this year.
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WSB-TV Atlanta
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Sidney Powell, a former attorney for ex-President Trump, pleaded guilty to charges related to Georgia election interference and, as part of her plea deal, will testify against co-defendants and serve probation.
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MSN
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Judge Chutkan's broad gag order on Trump is viewed concerning for free speech, with many arguing it should be overturned due to its implications on a political figure's constitutional rights.
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The Washington Post
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Rep. Patrick T. McHenry of North Carolina, a 10-term Republican, was named acting House speaker after Kevin McCarthy's ouster, has limited powers, and hasn't pursued the permanent role.
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Daily Mail
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Joran van der Sloot confessed in an audio recording to killing Natalee Holloway in 2005 by brutally hitting her with a cinder block after she resisted his advances on a beach in Aruba.
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Politico
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RFK Jr.'s independent presidential bid faces challenges navigating the ballot access across 50 states, with seriousness gauged by his VP pick and potential legal challenges from major parties.
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Morning Consult
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Swing-state voters are skeptical of "Bidenomics," with many believing the economy fared better under Trump, and Biden faces challenges proving his economic successes to regain trust.
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USA Today
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A court has ordered the parents of former Stanford goalie Katie Meyer to produce a mirror drive from her laptop, which might contain evidence relevant to their wrongful death lawsuit against the school.
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ESPN
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The NCAA is investigating No. 2 Michigan for allegedly stealing opponents' signals, with coach Jim Harbaugh denying involvement and potentially violating NCAA scouting bylaws.
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Associated Press
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Havana's historic homes are deteriorating rapidly, with residents fearing imminent collapse, as the Cuban government prioritizes tourism projects over addressing the dire housing crisis.
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By Geoffrey Corn
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One-sided condemnation masks the true nature of war crimes; understanding the law behind the conflict reveals the depth of Hamas's violations.
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For the Left
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Rockets targeted U.S. bases in Iraq, causing multiple blasts at Ain al-Asad air base. Four attacks occurred in 24 hours. Drones also targeted the bases, with one intercepted and causing minor injuries.
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For the Right
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Michigan Republican James Renner, implicated in a fake elector plot, struck a deal with the state AG. He'll testify truthfully for charges dismissal. The plot aimed to falsely claim Trump won Michigan.
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