U.S. Tells World to Back Israel’s Gaza Strikes as Civilian Toll Rises
Secretary of State Antony J. Blinken is visiting the Middle East as the Israel-Palestinian conflict reaches a degree of violence not seen in many years.
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Israelis Rush to Volunteer and Donate After Hamas Attacks
A long-divided country is pulling together in a show of solidarity, donating everything from breast milk to high-tech help.
Blinken Stresses Support for Israel While Urging Restraint on Gaza Airstrikes
During a visit to Tel Aviv, Secretary of State Antony J. Blinken promised to help defend the country “as long as America exists.”
Israel, Gaza and the Laws of War
International law offers a framework for how to analyze what is happening.
Israel Ziv, a Retired General, Grabbed His Pistol to Take on Hamas
By rushing to confront the attackers himself, Israel Ziv has become a public symbol of Israel’s former military successes — and its failure this time.
Israel Forms Unity Government and Bombs Gaza in the Wake of Hamas Attack
Following the deadliest assault on Israel in half a century, the country is vowing to crush Hamas, and both sides are bracing for an escalating war.
Bipartisan Group of U.S. Lawmakers Meets With Netanyahu in Israel
A senator and three representatives met with Israel’s prime minister to express solidarity after the attacks by Hamas.
Putin’s Muted Response to Attack on Israel Speaks Volumes
Vladimir Putin has long projected friendly ties to Israel. But his silence since Saturday’s assault illustrates how the war in Ukraine has strained the relationship between the two countries.
At Least 11 U.S. Citizens Were Killed in Israel, Biden Says, and Others May Be Captives of Hamas
“I have directed my team to work with their Israeli counterparts on every aspect of the hostage crisis, including sharing intelligence,” the president said in a statement on Monday evening.
What to Know About the Hostages Taken From Israel by Hamas
At least 150 Israelis were taken hostage by Hamas fighters, according to an initial assessment. Officials from the U.S. and other countries are determining if their citizens are among the captives.