The push to get food in by sea – along with a recent campaign to air drop aid into isolated north Gaza – highlighted the international frustration with the growing humanitarian crisis.
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A Gaza family uprooted by war and grieving their losses shares a somber Ramadan meal in a tent
For Muslims around the world, Ramadan combines religious reflection and charity with festive celebrations as families gather for the evening meal breaking the fast.
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Biden cajoles Netanyahu with tough talk, humanitarian concerns, but Israeli PM remains dug in
Despite Biden’s increased displays of frustration, Israeli officials and Middle East analysts say no signs are emerging that Biden can push Israel.
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Biden cajoles Netanyahu with tough talk, humanitarian concerns but Israeli PM remains dug in
Despite Biden’s increased displays of frustration, Israeli officials and Middle East analysts say no signs are emerging that Biden can push Israel.
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An effort to get aid to Gaza by sea is moving ahead. But the first ship is still waiting in Cyprus
The new push for aid came in the final hours before the Muslim holy month of Ramadan, which could start as early as Sunday evening, depending on the sighting of a crescent moon.
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‘Stranger Things’ star Brett Gelman says LA book signing canceled over his ‘Jewish identity’
Gelman has been an outspoken supporter of Israel during its war on Hamas.
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Biden orders U.S. military to set up temporary aid port for Gaza as famine threatens
While land routes could be the most efficient way to get aid into Gaza, President Biden has directed that ‘we not wait for the Israelis’ to get more humanitarian help in, more quickly.
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Breakthrough elusive in Gaza cease-fire talks, with Ramadan just days away
Hamas presented a proposal that mediators would discuss with Israel in the coming days and mediators are expected to meet Wednesday with the Hamas delegation.
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Netanyahu rival’s visit to U.S. highlights cracks within Israel’s wartime leadership
Benny Gantz is scheduled to meet on Monday with U.S. Vice President Kamala Harris and national security adviser Jake Sullivan, according to his National Unity Party.
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U.S. says Israel agreed to framework for Gaza cease-fire and Hamas now must decide
The Israelis ‘have more or less accepted’ the proposal, which includes the six-week cease-fire as well as the release of hostages considered to be vulnerable.