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In the aftermath of Israel’s intense military operation in Gaza, triggered by an attack from Hamas on October 7, progressive U.S. Congress members advocating for a ceasefire have witnessed a surge in campaign donations. This influx of support comes as they face significant opposition from pro-Israel PACs like the American Israel Public Affairs Committee (AIPAC), which is actively working to …

For three consecutive days, Spanish farmers have orchestrated roadblocks across the nation, voicing their frustrations over stringent regulations and the influx of cheaper imports. This wave of protests saw the participation of Spain’s leading agricultural unions – Asaja, Coag, and UPA – for the first time, marking a significant escalation in the movement. Tractor-led processions caused significant traffic disruptions, notably …

Following a conversation between Chinese President Xi Jinping and Russian President Vladimir Putin, the Kremlin reported on Thursday that both leaders share the perception that the United States is attempting to “contain” their countries. Kremlin aide Yuri Ushakov remarked after the call, “The two leaders acknowledge that the US is effectively pursuing a strategy of dual containment against both Russia …

Late Thursday into early Friday, approximately 30 rockets were launched from Lebanon into northern Israel, a response to an Israeli drone attack that significantly injured a Hezbollah commander in southern Lebanon, according to Israeli military reports. An Israeli military spokesperson confirmed that these rockets targeted the regions of Ein Zeitim and Dalton in northern Israel. Fortunately, there were no reported …

During a conference in Saudi Arabia focused on the Gaza conflict, attended by foreign ministers from Egypt, Qatar, the United Arab Emirates, Jordan, and a high-ranking Palestinian representative, there was a unified call for decisive measures towards the establishment of a Palestinian state. This meeting coincided with U.S. Secretary of State Antony Blinken’s latest diplomatic effort in the region, amidst …

Israel has launched new airstrikes on the densely populated town of Rafah in southern Gaza, where over a million displaced Palestinians have sought refuge. The United States has expressed concern over the potential for disaster in the area. Israeli Prime Minister Benjamin Netanyahu announced preparations for military action in Rafah, which would be a significant escalation in the ongoing conflict. …

U.S. President Joe Biden has criticized Israel’s intense military actions in the Gaza Strip following the October 7 attacks by Hamas, describing them as excessive and calling for an immediate halt. During a press conference at the White House, Biden expressed his concern over the humanitarian crisis in Gaza, highlighting the suffering and death of innocent people due to the …

On Thursday, the Israeli defense forces informed AFP that they had targeted a “Hezbollah commander” in southern Lebanon via an air strike, alleging his involvement in launching rocket attacks across the border. This statement followed an earlier report from a Lebanese security official, who mentioned that a high-ranking Hezbollah military figure had been “seriously injured” after an Israeli aircraft attacked …