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US will vote against move to give Palestinians UN membership: Washington’s opposition will kill Algerian proposal that would have in effect granted statehood
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Google Fires 28 Employees Who Protested an Israeli Cloud Contract: The dismissals escalated longstanding tensions between company leaders and activist employees ...
nytimes.com/2024/04/18/technology/google-firing-israeli-cloud-contract.html
Quick Glance: Google terminates 28 employees after office occupation due to anti-Israel protests
- Google terminated 28 employees on Thursday who had occupied its offices to protest against contracts with the Israeli government, as confirmed by a Google spokesperson.
- The protesters were arrested and after refusing to leave the office of Google Cloud CEO Thomas Kurian in Sunnyvale or the workspace in New York City for nearly 10 hours, they were transferred to administrative positions to urge Google to terminate the Project Nimbus contract and cease business with the Israeli government.
- No Tech For Apartheid, a project by Jewish Voice for Peace and Linda Sarsour’s MPower Change, described the terminations as an "indiscriminate act of mass retaliation."
- The office occupations at Google were accompanied by demonstrations on-site and in Seattle, aiming to compel Google to withdraw from the project to establish cloud-based data centers and transition a significant portion of the Israeli government's IT infrastructure to cloud-based servers.
Iran Threatens Strike on Israeli Nuclear Sites If It’s Attacked: Iran said it may review its nuclear policies if Israel threatens to attack the country’s atomic ...
bloomberg.com/news/articles/2024-04-18/iran-threatens-strike-on-israeli-nuclear-sites-if-it-s-attacked
🔴 The US has vetoed a draft resolution that recommended to the 193-member UN General Assembly that 'the State of Palestine be admitted to membership of the ... Show more www.aljazeera.com/news/liveblog/2024/4/18/israels-war-on-gaza-live-children-among-7-killed-as-israeli-strikes-rafah
Watch: A damaged community center, and a burnt car is seen at the site of Hezbollah attack in northern Israel that wounded 14 Israeli soldiers ... Show more ara.tv/yjdbs
Iran oil exports hit 6-year high as west prepares sanctions: Surge in crude sales to China exposes limits of US and EU attempts to rein in Islamic republic
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Quick Glance: Iran's Oil Exports Thrive Amid Rising Tensions
- Iran is exporting more oil than in the past six years, providing the economy with a $35 billion annual boost, as western countries consider tightening sanctions in response to the attack on Israel.
- The US and the EU are preparing new sanctions on the Islamic republic to deter conflict escalation with Israel, facing challenges due to Iran's successful circumvention of sanctions, especially with China being its primary customer.
- Iran has found ways to bypass sanctions, shielded from western pressure as its main oil exports go to China. Tensions have escalated since the Hamas attack on Israel, driving oil prices up by over 15%, while US efforts to sanction individual tankers carrying Iranian oil have had minimal impact so far.
- Mounting Republican pressure urges the Biden administration to take tougher action on Iran's oil sales, with criticism over perceived leniency on existing measures. Despite US strategic oil reserves being released to stabilize prices, concerns remain over the administration's stance on enforcing sanctions similar to the previous Trump administration.
📸 🇵🇸 This image of a #Palestinian woman grieving the death of her young niece, killed in an #Israeli strike in the #Gaza Strip, won the 2024 #WorldPressPhoto of the Year award on ... Show more #Reuters #KhanYounis #GEO #dementia #Madagascar
Qatar reconsiders mediator role between Hamas and Israel: Gulf state complains of ‘narrow interests’ of politicians in apparent reaction to US congressman
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Israel Is Caught Between Escalating War and Heeding US: Israel is divided over what to do next, and whether the Middle East plunges into a wider war might come ...
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Biden endorses House aid package for Israel, Ukraine: House Speaker Mike Johnson is forging ahead toward a vote later this week on a package of Ukraine funding ...
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Quick Glance: Biden's Backing of House Aid Package for Israel and Ukraine
- President Joe Biden endorses an aid package for Ukraine, Israel, and Taiwan.
- Crucial bipartisan support emerges for the approval of $95 billion in funding for U.S. allies.
- The package includes economic assistance for Kyiv in the form of forgivable loans and enhanced monitoring of military funds.
- Democrats and progressives oppose aspects of the package, while some Republicans reject House Speaker Mike Johnson.
How matters both domestic and international are shaping Israel’s response to Iran’s attack, say analysts www.aljazeera.com/news/2024/4/18/israels-response-to-iran-and-the-factors-shaping-it
U.S. and Britain Move to Impose New Sanctions on Iran for Israel Attack: Live Updates
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Quick Glance: US imposes new sanctions on Iran's drone program
- The United States imposed new sanctions Thursday on sixteen people and two entities associated with Iran’s drone program to punish Tehran for the weekend's attack on Israel.
- The sanctions target executives of an engine manufacturer supplying Iran’s Shahad-131 drones, companies servicing the engines, and individuals providing the drones to Iranian proxy forces in the Middle East.
- Coordinated with European allies, the new sanctions aim to disrupt Iran's missile and drone program and isolate the country globally.
- President Joe Biden emphasized the US commitment to holding Iran accountable, utilizing economic tools to counter Iran's activities, as stated by Treasury Secretary Janet Yellen.
Israel’s Iron Dome was originally billed as providing city-sized coverage against rockets with ranges of 2.5 to 43 miles, but experts say this has been ...
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Google fires 28 employees after protest against cloud contract with Israel : Google has fired 28 employees who were involved in protests over the tech company’s ...
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Quick Glance: Google Employees Rally Against Cloud Agreement with Israel's Government
- Google staff members are protesting a cloud deal with the Israeli government amid the Hamas conflict.
- Activists are staging sit-ins at Google offices in New York and California as a form of protest.
- These actions represent an intensification in the resistance against tech companies' association with the Israeli government.
- Employees are urging the immediate termination of the project and condemning the IDF's utilization of Google services.
Satellite images reveal Israeli destruction of hospitals in Gaza: New analysis of satellite images by Al Jazeera’s Sanad agency reveals the extent of damage to ...
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Why a viral video of Gazans at the beach is driving Israelis mad: A picture may be worth a thousand words, but in this day and age of social media and 24-hour ...
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Anti-Israeli protesters failed quite miserably to disrupt a 800-strong pro-Israel event in a church in Netherlands. India Naftali offers a first-hand account.
Iran Behshad Ship Linked to Houthi Red Sea Attacks Comes Home: An Iranian ship that’s been linked to Houthi attacks in the Red Sea is returning home ...
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How will Israel respond to Iran's drone attack? Middle East experts offer views
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Quick Glance: Israel artist calls for Gaza ceasefire
- The representative of Israel at the international art fair is calling for an immediate ceasefire in Israel’s war on Gaza.
- Ruth Patir’s video installation called (M)otherland was scheduled to open on Saturday at Israel’s national pavilion at the international art show but will remain closed for now.
- Patir stated on her website that the artist and curators are showing solidarity with the families of the hostages and the large community in Israel calling for change, rather than canceling themselves or the exhibition.
- It is believed that there are still individuals in Gaza, including 129 captives taken during the attacks led by Hamas on Israel on October 7, with 34 of them presumed dead.
Israeli envoy slams UN for even considering full status for Palestinian Authority
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Iran threatens change to nuclear ‘doctrine’ if Israel retaliates on nuclear sites
thehill.com/policy/defense/4602616-iran-threatens-change-nuclear-doctrine-israel-retaliates-nuclear-sites/
Iranian military says it is ready to deal with any Israeli attack: DUBAI: Iran said on Wednesday its military was ready to confront any attack by Israel ...
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UN agency helping Palestinians in Gaza seeks support against Israel's demands for its dissolution
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Dieter Hallervorden releases "Gaza Gaza" song: That's not how it works!: Dieter Hallervorden wanted to express his sympathy for the civilian population in Gaza ...
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🔴 At least four Palestinians have been killed in an Israeli attack on the al-Shati refugee camp, west of Gaza City, reports Palestinian news agency Wafa ... Show more www.aljazeera.com/news/liveblog/2024/4/18/israels-war-on-gaza-live-children-among-7-killed-as-israeli-strikes-rafah
Palestinians capture moment an Israeli soldier forced a man to strip before he was detained as they raided a school shelter in Beit Hanoun in north Gaza ⤵️
USC valedictorian speaks out after school canceled her commencement speech : "I also wanted to impart a message of responsibility," Asna Tabassum said.
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Quick Glance: USC Valedictorian Criticizes School For Cancelling Her Speech
- USC announced Asna Tabassum as the Class of 2024 valedictorian, but the school canceled her speech.
- The cancellation was due to security concerns related to social media and the conflict in the Middle East.
- Tabassum criticized the university for the decision and felt disappointed.
- The school will not select a replacement for Tabassum at the main graduation ceremony.
Middle East on edge as Israel and Iran trade threats - Middle East and Africa - The Jakarta Post
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Netanyahu calls for unity amid ‘existential threat’: ‘Nations disintegrate first from within’
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Israel ‘badly miscalculated’ Iranian response to Damascus strike – New York Times
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At UN, Iran warns Israel against further military action: Iran said at the United Nations Security Council on Thursday that Israel “must be compelled to stop any ...
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TikTok Bill to Be Bundled With Aid to Ukraine and Israel, House Speaker Indicates
nytimes.com/2024/04/17/technology/tiktok-ban-ukraine-israel-aid.html
Quick Glance: ByteDance Given 24 Hours to Provide DSA Risk Assessment for TikTok Lite
- The EU demands TikTok owner ByteDance to submit a risk assessment for TikTok Lite within 24 hours to address compliance questions related to the Digital Services Act.
- EU's concerns focus on the launch of TikTok Lite, especially on a reward-linked engagement feature that could have a negative impact on young people's mental health.
- The EU has requested TikTok to provide more information on the risk assessment of the new program and the measures to mitigate systemic risks.
- The company has until April 26 to provide additional information before the EU decides on potential further steps, such as a formal investigation.
Israel will defend itself, Netanyahu says, as West calls for restraint: JERUSALEM/CAIRO: Israel will make its own decisions about how to defend itself ...
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Israeli minister Ben Gvir calls for execution of Palestinian prisoners to ease overcrowding
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US legislators threaten ‘consequences’ if SA arrests citizens for serving in Israeli army
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Quick Glance: US Legislators Issue Warning Over Arrests of Citizens Serving in Israeli Army
- Six US Congress legislators have cautioned President Cyril Ramaphosa that arresting dual South African-Israeli citizens who served in the Israel Defense Forces (IDF) will have 'consequences for the US-South Africa relationship'.
- The legislators, representing both Republican and Democratic parties, also questioned Ramaphosa about measures to protect Jewish South Africans from rising anti-Semitism and hostile statements by senior government officials.
- The signatories include four Republicans - Joe Wilson, Maria Elvira Salazar, James Baird, and Michael Waltz - along with two Democrats, Jared Moskowitz and Josh Gottheimer.
- US legislators seek responses from Ramaphosa and highlight potential 'dire consequences' if dual South African-Israeli nationals serving in the IDF are falsely accused.
Hamas leader Haniyeh to visit Turkiye this weekend: Erdogan: Istanbul: Turkish President Recep Tayyip Erodgan said Wednesday he will host the leader of ...
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A Middle East scholar on Israel’s escalating tit-for-tat with Iran: Both governments need to ditch dangerous policies, argues Steven Simon
economist.com/by-invitation/2024/04/16/a-middle-east-scholar-on-israels-escalating-tit-for-tat-with-iran
US and UK issue new sanctions on Iran in response to Tehran’s weekend attack on Israel
orlandosentinel.com/2024/04/18/us-and-uk-issue-new-sanctions-on-iran-in-response-to-tehrans-weekend-attack-on-israel/
US and allies plan more Iran sanctions; Israel war cabinet to meet again: The U.S. and its allies planned fresh sanctions against Iran over its unprecedented ...
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Majority of U.S. Jews 'sometimes find it hard' supporting actions of Israeli government
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IDF kills top Hamas intel officer in airstrike; crowds enjoy the beach in central Gaza
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Israel Continues to Pound the Gaza Strip Amid Reports U.S. Approves of Rafah Land Invasion
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Israel says will make its 'own decisions', hints at inevitable response to Iran attacks
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How America Can Prevent War Between Iran and Israel: Threaten Tehran, Pressure Netanyahu
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IDF strikes central Gaza overnight, Yussef Rafik Ahmed Shabat killed: An airstrike conducted by Israeli forces in central Gaza resulted in the death of a Hamas ...
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Israel and Hezbollah: Fears of escalation after flurry of attacks: A spate of strikes and retaliations has left dead and injured on both sides of the border.
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🔴 LIVE DAY 195 #Israel #Palestine - Israeli air strikes on Rafah killed 7 people, including 3 children
- 11 bodies recovered from different areas of Khan Younis
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Live: Israel arrests 5,000 from Gaza, says local authority: Meanwhile, Netanyahu rejects 'claims about famine' in Gaza
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A video shows a Palestinian mother bidding farewell to her son, who was killed by Israeli forces. She mentioned that he was planning to marry but was killed ... Show more
"It is important to us that we do not jeopardize this worldwide isolation, but do everything we can to de-escalate and at the same time make it clear to Israel ... Show more @ABaerbock #tagesthemen
🔊 The headlines from Reuters World News daily podcast:
- Netanyahu vows Israel will make its own defense decisions
- US House to vote on Ukraine ...
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Israel will make its own decisions about how to defend itself, said PM Benjamin Netanyahu as Western countries pleaded for restraint in responding to a volley ... Show more reut.rs/4aVHwZo
"That unconditional support for the Israeli military must end." Senator Bernie Sanders says the US must stop funding Israel with billions of dollars ... Show more
🔴 US President Biden expresses strong support for the delayed aid package for Israel and Ukraine after the Republican House leader announced a vote ... Show more www.aljazeera.com/news/liveblog/2024/4/17/israels-war-on-gaza-live-eleven-killed-in-israeli-strike-on-refugee-camp
LIVE: US Defense Secretary Lloyd Austin testifies to the House Appropriations Committee on Israel, Gaza, Iran and Ukraine
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More than 4,000 embryos stored at the Al Basma IVF center were destroyed when an Israeli shell struck Gaza's largest fertility clinic ... Show more reut.rs/49OQx5K
After surviving an Israeli airstrike in November that killed 17 members of his extended family, 13-year-old Palestinian boy Zein Oroq died after being struck ... Show more reut.rs/443Qce0
New York Times Brass Moves to Staunch Leaks Over Gaza Coverage: An internal leak investigation ended without a “definitive conclusion,” as the Times cuts ties ...
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US approves Rafah op in exchange for no Israeli counterstrikes on Iran - report: Israel allegedly obtains approval on operation in Rafah- as long as it ...
jpost.com/breaking-news/article-797675
Jordan says Israeli retaliation for Iran strikes risks wider regional war: Jordan's Foreign Minister Ayman Safadi said on Wednesday an Israeli retaliation ...
reuters.com/world/middle-east/jordan-says-israeli-retaliation-iran-strikes-risks-wider-regional-war-2024-04-17/
Iran, Israel dragged shadow war out of dark. It's now more dangerous: Iran has historically relied on proxy forces to attack Israel, but last weekend it launched ...
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Quick Glance: Israeli Push for Sanctions Against Iran Amid ‘Diplomatic Offensive’
- Israel has launched a “diplomatic offensive” against Iran, urging sanctions against the Islamic republic.
- Israeli Foreign Minister Israel Katz has called on 32 countries to impose sanctions on Tehran as Israel considers a military response to Iran’s attack.
- Israeli military sources reported intercepting 99 percent of aerial threats with assistance from the United States and allies, causing only minor damage.
- Tensions are high as Israel ponders its reaction to Saturday's attack while Germany calls for new sanctions related to Iran's drone supply to Russia for use in Ukraine.
“Just think about it.”Tzipi Hotovely, Israeli ambassador to the UK, sparked controversy on social media after her appearance on Sky News ... Show more
E.U. Will Impose New Sanctions on Iran for Attacking Israel: Live Updates: The measures were announced as Israel’s allies try to punish Tehran without fueling a ...
nytimes.com/live/2024/04/18/world/iran-israel-gaza-war-news/the-eu-says-it-will-impose-new-sanctions-on-irans-drone-and-missile-programs
IDF hits Hezbollah air defenses in northeast Lebanon after drone attack wounds 18
timesofisrael.com/idf-hits-hezbollah-air-defenses-in-northeast-lebanon-after-drone-attack-wounds-18/
Israel considered a retaliatory strike on Iran: Reports: Iran launched more than 300 drones and missiles against Israel over the weekend in an attack that caused ...
gulftoday.ae/news/2024/04/18/israel-considered-a-retaliatory-strike-on-iran
During an interview with journalist Avi Blum on Knesset TV, Israeli politician Yitzhak Pindrus stated that the "Third Temple" will be constructed at ... Show more
Foiling Iran’s Missile Attack Probably Cost More Than $1 Billion: Israel and its allies won plaudits for mostly fending off Iran’s unprecedented attack on ...
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Paid articlePaid For Israel’s Allies, Iranian Missile Strike Scrambles Debate Over Gaza: Israel’s restless allies have voiced anger over the death toll in Gaza ...
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Quick Glance: The Night Iran's Missile Show Rattled Israel
- In Tehran, 'Operation True Promise' launched an unprecedented aerial assault on Israel.
- The direct clash between powerful militaries showcased Israel's defense and Iran's display of power.
- Despite minor damages and injuries, the question remains whether this attack signifies further escalation or the start of a war.
- The missile and drone strikes resulted in minimal damage, with Israel and allies successfully intercepting most projectiles.
Iran parades drones, missiles to signal readiness for potential Israeli attack: As regional tensions run high, Iran paraded drones, missiles and soldiers on ...
english.alarabiya.net/News/middle-east/2024/04/17/iran-parades-drones-missiles-to-signal-readiness-for-potential-israeli-attack
G7 finance leaders pledge cooperation on Iran sanctions, frozen Russian assets: Finance leaders from the Group of Seven industrial democracies on Wednesday ...
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🔴 Live: EU to impose new sanctions on Iran drone, missile producers: European Union leaders agreed Wednesday to impose new sanctions on Iran's drone and missile ...
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Haifa Mayor Yona Yahav commits to naming a Haifa neighborhood after Joe Biden: Yona Yahav revealed for the first time his intention to name a neighborhood in the ...
jpost.com/israel-news/article-797644
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