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Israel's Ambassador Danny Danon addresses the UN Security Council meeting on the situation in Gaza, at U.N. headquarters in New York City, U.S.
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Israel has accused Hezbollah at the UN of trying to rebuild its capabilities with Iran’s help

Lebanon’s Hezbollah is actively seeking to restore its strength and rearm with support from Iran, as stated by Israel‘s U.N. ambassador during a Security Council meeting on Monday. He emphasized that the group continues to pose a significant threat to both Israel and regional stability. Recent U.S. intelligence, reported by Reuters, indicated that Hezbollah, backed by Iran, is likely to attempt to rebuild its military … Continue reading Israel has accused Hezbollah at the UN of trying to rebuild its capabilities with Iran’s help

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Children at tent camp for displaced people in Gaza
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UN General Assembly call for an immediate, unconditional, and permanent ceasefire in Gaza

The United Nations General Assembly decisively voted on Wednesday to call for an immediate, unconditional, and permanent ceasefire between Israel and Palestinian militants Hamas in the Gaza Strip, along with the immediate release of all hostages. The ceasefire demand in the resolution – passed with 158 votes in favor in the 193-member assembly – was articulated in more urgent phrasing than a previous call for … Continue reading UN General Assembly call for an immediate, unconditional, and permanent ceasefire in Gaza

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The United Nations Security Council meets on the escalation in fighting in Lebanon between Israel and Hezbollah during the United Nations General Assembly at U.N. headquarters in New York.
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U.S. has blocked a UN Security Council resolution for a Gaza ceasefire

The United States exercised its veto power on Wednesday against a U.N. Security Council resolution proposing a ceasefire in Gaza, prompting criticism of the Biden administration for obstructing international efforts to end Israel’s conflict with Hamas. The resolution, introduced by ten non-permanent members of the 15-member council, called for an “immediate, unconditional, and permanent ceasefire” in the ongoing 13-month conflict and included a separate demand … Continue reading U.S. has blocked a UN Security Council resolution for a Gaza ceasefire

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Israel has officially notified the UN of its termination of relations with UNRWA

Israel has formally informed the United Nations of its decision to terminate the agreement that has governed its relationship with the United Nations Relief and Works Agency for Palestine Refugees in the Near East (UNRWA) since 1967, as stated by the country’s foreign ministry on Monday. Recently, the Israeli parliament enacted legislation prohibiting UNRWA from operating within Israel and restricting cooperation between Israeli authorities and … Continue reading Israel has officially notified the UN of its termination of relations with UNRWA

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The United Nations Security Council meets on the escalation in fighting in Lebanon between Israel and Hezbollah during the United Nations General Assembly at U.N. headquarters in New York.
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US warned Iran at Security Council that there would be “severe consequences” for any further attack on Israel

The United States issued a warning to Iran during a United Nations Security Council meeting on Monday, stating that there would be “severe consequences” for any further aggressive actions against Israel or U.S. personnel in the Middle East. “We will not hesitate to act in self-defense. Let there be no misunderstanding. The United States seeks to avoid further escalation. We believe this should mark the … Continue reading US warned Iran at Security Council that there would be “severe consequences” for any further attack on Israel

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A handout image released on October 3, 2024 by the Israeli army says to show members of the Israeli army taking part in an operation in southern Lebanon.
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Biden expressed skepticism about the likelihood of an “all-out war” in Middle East

U.S. President Joe Biden expressed skepticism about the likelihood of an “all-out war” in the Middle East, despite Israel considering its response to Tehran’s most significant attack on the nation. He emphasized the necessity of taking further steps to prevent a broader conflict, particularly as Israel conducted new airstrikes in Beirut against the Lebanese militant group Hezbollah. When questioned by reporters in Washington on Thursday … Continue reading Biden expressed skepticism about the likelihood of an “all-out war” in Middle East

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