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Biden administration officials have claimed credit for Israeli victories that they tried to prevent.
Bashar al-Assad's regime in Syria collapses after 13 years of civil war, with Turkey emerging as a winner in the faltering American-led order.
Congress's annual defense spending bill includes $500 million in funding for joint military projects with Israel, including a reversal of the Biden-Harris administration's decision to cease production of a missile interceptor used to defend the Jewish state from Iranian attacks.
World Central Kitchen fires 60 Gaza workers for failing Israeli security checks after one employee took part in a terror spree.
'Hitler's People: The Faces of the Third Reich' by Richard J. Evans is a new book that examines the backgrounds and motivations of Adolf Hitler's henchmen during the Third Reich. The book highlights the dangers of totalitarianism and the importance of defending democracy in the present day.
The Pentagon is focusing on acquiring more weapons to buy more time in the face of growing threats from China in Asia, according to Admiral Samuel Paparo.
Ilhan Omar criticizes Kamala Harris for touting Liz Cheney's endorsement, saying it was a major reason for Harris's loss in the election.
Israel is set to approve a ceasefire deal with Hezbollah, which would provide relief from the U.S. arms embargo on Israel. The deal is close to being finalized, but disagreements between Israeli and Lebanese leaders persist.
Iran publicly accelerates its nuclear program by installing advanced centrifuges to quickly enrich uranium for an atomic bomb. The move follows censure from the IAEA and disagreement with global powers over Iran's claims of peaceful nuclear work.
Pam Bondi, Trump's attorney general pick, called for the removal or investigation of pro-Hamas college students in the U.S. She expressed concern about anti-Semitism and showed support for Israel.
Florida Rep. Matt Gaetz withdraws from attorney general nomination amid House investigation into alleged sex-and-drug-fueled parties he attended.
Republican leaders promise to sanction the International Criminal Court after it issues arrest warrants for Israeli Prime Minister Benjamin Netanyahu and former defense minister Yoav Gallant.
Anti-Israel students protested outside Harvard University's Hillel, accusing Israel of being a 'terrorist state' and calling for discrimination against Zionists.
Georgetown University's School of Foreign Service has been criticized for fostering anti-Semitism and anti-Western sentiment, according to a former student. The student described experiencing harassment and discrimination, as well as instances of anti-Israel sentiment and support for Hamas among classmates and faculty members. The article raises concerns about the school's failure to address these issues and protect Jewish students.
The Biden-Harris administration has imposed sanctions on Israeli organizations accused of violence against Palestinians, while also providing $230 million in funds to the Palestinians. The move signals a souring of diplomatic relations between Israel and the outgoing White House.
'Traitor's Odyssey: The Untold Story of Martha Dodd and a Strange Saga of Soviet Espionage' by Brendan McNally is a review of Martha Dodd Stern's career as a Soviet spy, highlighting her limited success and lack of access to valuable information.
President-elect Donald Trump is expected to nominate Marco Rubio as secretary of state, Mike Waltz as national security adviser, and Kristi Noem as head of the Department of Homeland Security.
President-elect Donald Trump has nominated Elise Stefanik to be the United Nations ambassador. Stefanik, a key ally to Trump, has been a vocal supporter of Israel and has worked to uncover what she calls the 'Biden Crime Family.'
The Biden-Harris State Department organized an in-house therapy session for employees following Donald Trump's election victory. The session aimed to help employees manage stress and uncertainty during times of change. The State Department's Bureau of Near Eastern Affairs also held a group discussion to address the difficulty of Trump's victory and encourage employees to share their feelings in private settings.
The 2024 election results are in, with Donald Trump and the Republicans as the winners. This article highlights the winners and losers from the election, including Trump's success in diversifying the Republican electorate and the decline of the Obamas and the mainstream media.
Speculation is growing about who will serve as Trump's defense secretary, with reported candidates including Robert O'Brien, Michael Waltz, Mike Pompeo, and Tulsi Gabbard.
Israeli tourists in Amsterdam were attacked by anti-Semitic thugs after a soccer match. Mainstream media outlets downplayed the attacks, failing to acknowledge their anti-Semitic nature and the need for an emergency rescue operation.
Former Rep. Mondaire Jones loses his comeback bid after losing support from former allies and facing criticism for his inconsistent views on Israel.
Dem Rep. Jahana Hayes wins re-election in Connecticut's Fifth Congressional District despite controversy over her support for CAIR, an organization with links to Hamas and anti-Semitic statements.
Israeli Prime Minister Benjamin Netanyahu has fired Defense Minister Yoav Gallant, citing a 'cracked' trust between the two leaders.
A watchdog group is suing the Biden-Harris administration for obstructing its probe into the State Department's suspension of embattled Iran envoy Robert Malley, who remains the subject of an FBI investigation into his alleged mishandling of classified information.
University of Minnesota professors criticize school administrators and law enforcement for stopping a violent anti-Israel mob that stormed a campus building and trapped employees inside.
Tens of thousands of Israelis are waiting for a resolution to the conflict with Hezbollah that would allow them to return to their evacuated homes in the north, but they say a Biden-Harris administration ceasefire proposal won't do it.
The book 'War' by Robert U. Woodward exposes President Joe Biden's errors in dealing with Putin, Ukraine, and Israel, while also discussing his personal concerns and contrasting views on Donald Trump's leadership.
Senate majority leader Chuck Schumer advised Columbia University's leaders to ignore congressional criticism of the school's handling of campus anti-Semitism, according to a House Committee on Education and the Workforce report.
Talya Lubit, who was praised by Rep. Summer Lee for her support, is now charged with vandalizing a Pittsburgh synagogue. The indictment raises questions about Lee's ties to Lubit and her stance on Israel.
Iranian officials openly pursue nuclear weapons following Israeli attack, bringing region closer to war.
America First Legal is suing the Biden-Harris administration for obstructing an investigation into a senior Pentagon employee's ties to a pro-Iran influence group.
Mondaire Jones, a congressional candidate, believes that a 'land swap' in the West Bank is necessary for peace in the region. He calls for the dismantling of Israeli settlements and criticizes Prime Minister Benjamin Netanyahu's expansion. Jones argues for a two-state solution and emphasizes the need for a negotiated agreement between Israelis and Palestinians.
Vice President Kamala Harris delivers a CNN town hall speech attacking Donald Trump and discussing her plans, but lacks coherence and fails to prioritize specific issues. With less than two weeks until Election Day, Harris's popularity is waning, and Democrats are growing concerned.
Anti-Israel student protesters at the University of Minnesota stormed a campus building, barricading exit doors and demanding divestment from Israel. The University of Minnesota Police Department arrested almost a dozen individuals. Jewish students took refuge in the on-campus Jewish center during the takeover. The university president condemned the takeover and promised action. Critics accused the university of allowing hate to fester and expressed little hope for punishment.
Sen. Tom Cotton calls for biweekly briefings on the investigation into the leak of classified US intelligence on Israel's preparations for an attack on Iran.
The Biden-Harris administration is investigating a 'deadly serious breach' of classified U.S. intelligence detailing Israeli plans for a strike on Iran, the latest in a series of targeted leaks against Israel that has put America's closest Middle East ally on edge.
Sen. Joni Ernst and Rep. Elise Stefanik have sent a letter to the FBI demanding an investigation into a Columbia University student group for making terroristic threats.
New York congressional candidate Laura Gillen, who is campaigning against campus anti-Semitism, received donations from a trustee of the Rockefeller Brothers Fund, which has funded Hamas-friendly groups.
Sen. Bob Casey refuses to revoke endorsement of fellow Democrat Summer Lee despite her anti-Israel remarks, citing focus on his own reelection campaign.
Anti-Israel vandals target Harvard University campus, smashing windows and vandalizing a statue in an act of solidarity with the Palestinian resistance.
Vice President Kamala Harris avoids answering whether she considers Israeli Prime Minister Benjamin Netanyahu an ally, focusing instead on the alliance between the American and Israeli people.
Israeli security officials believe they killed former Hezbollah leader Hassan Nasrallah's presumed successor, Hashem Safieddine, in a Beirut airstrike, dealing a major blow to the terror group.
Democratic vice presidential nominee Tim Walz rallied behind Gaza at a campaign event Thursday with a Muslim advocacy group that backs the anti-Israel boycott movement and blamed the Jewish state for provoking Hamas's terrorist attack last year.
Michigan activist courted by Kamala Harris's campaign praises Hezbollah leader as 'hero' before his assassination in Israeli airstrike.
Vice President Kamala Harris gave an evasive interview with MSNBC's Stephanie Ruhle, avoiding answering questions and reciting familiar talking points. She addressed the Washington Free Beacon's report on her claim to have worked at McDonald's during college but declined to provide evidence. Harris discussed economic proposals, raising taxes, and solving the immigration crisis without offering concrete plans. She also spoke about increasing the housing supply without providing substantive solutions. The interview was praised for being substantive, despite its lack of clear answers.
Kamala Harris is flooding Dearborn, Michigan with Facebook ads that depict her as sympathetic to Palestinians in Gaza, sparking controversy due to the town's history of anti-Israel and anti-Semitic sentiment.
President Biden kicks off his first cabinet meeting in nearly a year by passing the mic to Dr. Jill Biden to discuss a White House initiative on women's health research. The administration aims to maximize their remaining time in office and has acknowledged that a ceasefire deal in Gaza is unlikely before Biden's term ends.
Lebanon bans pagers and walkie-talkies on all flights from Beirut after Israel's explosive attacks
Israel's attack on Hezbollah in Lebanon involved the explosion of terrorists' pagers, raising questions about the country's intentions. Experts point out Israel's history of using explosive devices to target terrorists.
Michigan officials, including Governor Gretchen Whitmer and Senator Debbie Stabenow, have not commented on an anti-Semitic attack on a Jewish student near the University of Michigan. Only two congressional representatives have addressed the incident so far.
A University of Michigan student was assaulted in a suspected hate crime after confirming he was Jewish. The university president expressed concern and emphasized the importance of safety on campus.
Democratic Rep. Susan Wild apologizes for smearing her own constituents and defends contradictory Israel-Gaza letters to Jewish constituents.
American University professor Laura Beers seeks to redefine George Orwell's political thought in her recent work Orwell's Ghosts: Wisdom and Warnings for the Twenty-First Century.
Israeli leaders are considering a plan to lay siege to northern Gaza in an effort to ramp up pressure on Hamas.
CUNY professor Marc Lamont Hill defends Hamas during Congressional Black Caucus panel discussion, arguing against criticism and highlighting the lack of self-determination for Palestinians under Israeli occupation.
The Biden-Harris administration is under pressure to release a report on Hamas's financial channels following the brutal killing of hostages. Lawmakers want to disrupt Hamas's funding and hold them accountable for their acts of violence.
Sen. Tom Cotton is criticizing the UN Human Rights Council for refusing to call Hamas a terrorist organization and for its biased treatment of Israel.
Historian Darryl Cooper's claims that Winston Churchill was the chief villain of World War II are refuted, as they are based on ignorance and disregard for historical fact.
Ukraine's incursion into Russia has revealed the country's struggle to sustain its military efforts due to a shortage of manpower and resources. China, North Korea, and Iran have stepped in to provide support to Russia, with China exporting over $300 million per month in dual-use items and defense technology.
Harvard University is not cooperating with an investigation into the assault of an Israeli student during a protest, delaying the criminal case against two students charged with the assault.
Anti-Israel students at Columbia University staged a sit-in protest outside Hillary Clinton's class, accusing her of 'war crimes' and demanding the school divest from Israel.
Israel recovers the bodies of six hostages, including American Hersh Goldberg-Polin, who were executed by Hamas in Gaza. Israeli Prime Minister Benjamin Netanyahu vows to catch those responsible. US President Joe Biden expresses devastation and outrage and promises that Hamas leaders will pay for their crimes.
Israel Defense Forces eliminate key Palestinian Islamic Jihad commander in major West Bank operation.
Montana, Iowa, and Tennessee are investigating investment advisory firm MSCI for potentially engaging in BDS practices by issuing harmful ratings to companies with Israeli ties.
Government officials warned President Joe Biden that his plan to build a humanitarian pier off the coast of Gaza would face major challenges, but Biden pushed the $230 million plan anyway, an internal report reveals.
Trump honors soldiers killed in Afghanistan withdrawal while Biden is on vacation
Kamala Harris has chosen a pastor with radical anti-American views to give the closing prayer at the Democratic convention.
Kamala Harris delivers acceptance speech at Democratic convention, promising a 'new way forward' and outlining her agenda based on 'freedom'.
The former leader of the Anti-Defamation League expressed concern about Jews being forced to meet in 'secret locations' at the Democratic National Convention due to security threats and anti-Semitism. Jewish groups have kept their meeting locations secret and faced disruptions from pro-Hamas protesters. Democratic politicians have been reluctant to mention Israel's war with Hamas and the hostage crisis on the convention stage.
Muslim Women for Harris-Walz withdraws support for Harris's campaign after anti-Israel uncommitted delegates are denied a speaking slot at the Democratic National Convention.
Keith Ellison, who has ties to the Nation of Islam, assures uncommitted anti-Israel voters that Kamala Harris and Tim Walz listen to their concerns.
J Street President Jeremy Ben-Ami says anti-Israel protesters 'don't intend' to offend Jews and need help understanding 'the history of the Jewish people and the things that they can and can't say.'
Dozens of anti-Israel agitators were arrested during an illegal protest organized by pro-terrorist groups outside the Israeli consulate on the second day of the Democratic National Convention.
Chuck Schumer denounces anti-Semitism at DNC while ignoring anti-Israel protests outside. Protesters disrupt Jewish group event, calling for the destruction of Israel. Biden and Ocasio-Cortez express support for the protesters. Bernie Sanders calls for a ceasefire.
Kamala Harris's campaign focuses on messaging and targeting Latino and black voters, avoiding policy specifics.
Former Rep. Lee Zeldin warns that Jewish Americans are 'not safe under Democrat rule,' criticizing Vice President Kamala Harris for failing to address rising anti-Semitism within the Democratic Party.
The Biden-Harris administration has waived sanctions on Iran's state-controlled broadcasting company, allowing it to continue spreading anti-Israel and pro-terrorism content, despite increased Iranian aggression.
Jewish groups criticized the Biden-Harris administration for meeting with Michigan activist Osama Siblani, known for his anti-Semitic and pro-Hamas remarks. Despite the concerns, Kamala Harris's campaign manager Julie Chavez Rodriguez met with Siblani and other Arab-American leaders.
A Pennsylvania delegate for Kamala Harris supports a BDS ballot initiative that would harm Pittsburgh's Jewish organizations and hospital system.
Missouri delegate withdraws from DNC after being arrested for property damage during a violent protest marking the 10-year anniversary of Micheal Brown's death.
A federal judge has criticized UCLA for allowing anti-Israel activists to bar Jewish students from accessing parts of campus.
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