Chicago passes Gaza ceasefire resolution, sparking concerns of increased anti-Semitism
Just hours after a divided Chicago City Council passed a symbolic ceasefire resolution between Israel and Hamas, there was growing concern that the political action could lead to an upswing in anti-Semitism.
3 American troops killed, 25 injured in attack on Jordan base near Syria border
Three U.S. service members were killed and 25 others were injured in a drone attack on an outpost in Jordan near the Syria border, U.S. Central Command confirmed on Sunday.
Pro-Palestinian protest to 'flood' JFK Airport this weekend: 'Bring flags, signs'
Pro-Palestinian supporters are calling for a "National Day of Action" this weekend in New York City, including a "Flood JFK For Gaza" protest at the airport.
Protesters chant 'genocide Joe' at Biden's abortion rights rally in Virginia
President Joe Biden and Vice President Kamala Harris rallied for abortion rights in Manassas, Virginia on Tuesday as they prepared for a likely rematch with Donald Trump, the former Republican president who paved the way for overturning Roe v. Wade. Biden was interrupted several times by protests over Israel’s war in Gaza, with one shouting “Shame on you!"
US, British militaries launch retaliatory strike against Houthis in Yemen
U.S. officials say the U.S. and British militaries bombed more than a dozen sites used by the Iranian-backed Houthis.
Pro-Palestinian rally shuts down bridges, tunnel into NYC
A Pro-Palestinian rally blocked traffic Monday morning on the Brooklyn, Manhattan, Williamsburg Bridges, and the Holland Tunnel.
Biden appointee resigns over president's handling of war in Gaza
A policy adviser at the Department of Education who campaigned for President Biden has resigned over the president's handling of the war in Gaza.
Top Hamas official Saleh Arouri killed in explosion in Beirut suburb
Arouri, one of the founders of Hamas’ military wing, had headed the group’s presence in the West Bank.
NYC pro-Palestinian protesters block roads near JFK Airport, march toward Wall Street
Hundreds of pro-Palestinian demonstrators marched over to Wall Street in New York City for a demonstration, while hours before, the long line of backed up passengers waiting to get into JFK's AirTrain Terminal grew quickly following tightened security amid protests there.
Israel says it will defend itself against genocide accusations filed by South Africa in world court
South Africa launched the case Friday at the U.N.’s top court, accusing Israel of genocide against Palestinians in Gaza and asking the court to order Israel to halt its attacks.
Israel pulling thousands of troops from Gaza as combat focuses on main southern city
Israel's military said in a statement Monday that five brigades, or several thousand troops, were being taken out of Gaza in the coming weeks for training and rest.
South Africa files case at top UN court accusing Israel of genocide in Gaza
South Africa has launched a case at the United Nations’ top court accusing Israel of genocide against Palestinians in Gaza and asking the court to order Israel to halt its attacks.
NYPD preps for potential protests, problems as millions are expected in Times Square on New Year's Eve
NYPD officials confirmed that there were no specific credible threats to the festivities or the city, but warned that law enforcement would be on high alert.
NYC pro-Palestinian protesters swarm Zuccotti Park in Manhattan
Pro-Palestinian protesters are expected to demonstrate across New York City, including Zuccotti Park in Lower Manhattan, as the Israel-Hamas war rages in Gaza.
Pro-Palestinian demonstrators clash with police in Midtown: ‘Christmas is canceled’
Several arrests were made as protesters clashed with police near Starbucks on Park Avenue South in Midtown.
Gaza's growing number of war-wounded face tough decisions of losing limb or risk of death
Health officials say overwhelmed hospitals that now lack vascular surgeons at times had to amputate limbs, which in normal times could have been saved.
Biden orders strike on Iranian-backed group in Iraq after US troops injured in drone attack
The Iranian-backed militia Kataib Hezbollah and affiliated groups, under an umbrella of Iranian-backed militants, claimed credit for the attack.
Pope Francis, in Christmas Day blessing, begs for Israel-Hamas cease-fire
Bethlehem, the biblical birthplace of Jesus, “is a place of sorrow and silence" this year, Pope Francis lamented as he pleaded for a cease-fire in Gaza.
Bethlehem, normally bustling biblical birthplace of Jesus, is a ghost town on Christmas Eve
The Israel-Hamas war has forced Christmas celebrations in Bethlehem to be called off: "This year, without the Christmas tree and without lights, there’s just darkness."
Pro-Palestinian rallies target shopping hubs on Super Saturday: 'No business as usual'
Two large-scale protests are set to take place on Super Saturday. one of the busiest shopping days of the year. One will take place at the largest shopping mall on Long Island and the other on Fifth Avenue.