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UN Peacekeepers Stick to Their Posts in Lebanon Despite Israeli Pressure

October 15, 2024

The United Nations has decided to keep its peacekeepers in Southern Lebanon, even though they've been under fire. Israel’s Prime Minister, Benjamin Netanyahu, wants them to move, but the UN won't budge. The UNIFIL peacekeeping force will stay put, with support from the UN Security Council and the co

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US Warns Israel: Improve Gaza Aid or Risk Losing Military Support

October 15, 2024

The Biden administration recently sent a strong message to Israel, asking for urgent action to enhance the humanitarian situation in Gaza. In a letter signed by Secretary of State Antony Blinken and Secretary of Defense Lloyd Austin, the US demanded that Israel take steps within the next 30 days to

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Drone Strike: Israel's Defense Gap Exposed

October 15, 2024

A deadly drone attack by Hezbollah, launched from Lebanon, hit a military base deep inside Israel. This surprise assault shows Hezbollah's growing power and Israel's struggle to defend against new types of attacks. Four soldiers were killed and many more were hurt. The drone targeted the dining hall

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Israel Gets a Helping Hand from the U.S.

October 14, 2024

The U.S. has decided to lend a helping hand to Israel by sending over a top-notch anti-missile system called THAAD. This system comes with a team of soldiers and advanced equipment like radar and interceptors. It's designed to protect against ballistic missiles that can travel up to 125 miles. This

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Shaky Ground: Iran and Israel's Recent Showdown

October 13, 2024

Tensions between Iran and Israel are at an all-time high, with no signs of easing up. Recently, Iran launched a ballistic missile attack on Israel, prompted by Israel's actions against Iran-backed groups. Iran's Foreign Minister, Abbas Araghchi, stated that Iran would do whatever it takes to protect

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Bill Maher's Advice to Chappell Roan: Think Twice About Politics

October 12, 2024

Comedian Bill Maher recently had some strong words for singer Chappell Roan on his show, Real Time with Bill Maher. He tried to teach her and her fans about the Middle East conflict, using her political statements as a starting point. Maher praised Roan for criticizing both sides of the political ai

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Military Moves in Gaza: A Look at the Recent Wave of Operations

October 12, 2024

The Israeli military has launched a large-scale operation in northern Gaza. This comes after recent reports that Prime Minister Benjamin Netanyahu considered a plan to starve out Hamas. Some cabinet members said the latest action is loosely based on this plan. Military flyers warned people in northe

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Vice President Harris' Vogue Shoot: A Day of Glamour and Politics

October 12, 2024

On a Monday filled with significant global events, Vice President Kamala Harris took time out for a glamorous Vogue magazine cover shoot. The shoot coincided with the one-year anniversary of a deadly massacre in Israel and as Florida prepared for a major hurricane. Harris, dressed in a $3,000 Gabrie

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Israel's Airstrikes: A Devastating Blow to Beirut

October 11, 2024

In a sudden and deadly turn of events, Israel has launched a series of airstrikes on central Beirut, leaving at least 22 people dead and over 100 wounded. The first strike targeted an eight-story apartment block in Ras al-Nabaa, with witnesses reporting ongoing explosions inside the building. This w

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Israel and Palestine: Health Care Under Fire

October 11, 2024

A United Nations-backed panel has come out with some strong words against Israel. They say that Israel is wrecking Gaza's health care system with deliberate attacks. Both sides, Israel and the Palestinians, have been accused of torturing people. The panel was set up by the U.N. Human Rights Council