November 2023
USA: Women Human Rights Defenders Take Risks to Hold Governments Accountable
The U.S. State Department praised the efforts of women human rights defenders on International Women Human Rights Defenders Day, highlighting their risks in advocating for…
The U.S. Against 'Russian Influence Operations' in Latin America
U.S. officials are highlighting a Spanish-language article alleging that the U.S. and Western nations are stealing religious artifacts from Ukraine as a Russian influence operation…
Israel Reports Discovery of Operational Tunnel and Bomb-Laden Vehicle at Shifa Hospital
Israeli forces have discovered a tunnel and a bomb-laden vehicle at Shifa Hospital in Gaza, claiming they were part of Hamas's military infrastructure. This discovery…
US Emphasizes Protection of Civilians; Washington Expects Israel to Act According to International Law
The US State Department has reiterated its expectation for Israel to adhere to international law regarding civilian protection amid ongoing military operations in Gaza. The…
Biden expresses concern over Hamas's misuse of hospitals; medical facilities must be protected
U.S. President Joe Biden expressed concern over Hamas's use of hospitals in Gaza for military purposes, urging protection for civilians and medical facilities. The Israeli…
Over 800 Foreigners Enter Egypt from Rafah Border on Sunday
On Sunday, over 800 foreign citizens evacuated from Gaza to Egypt via the Rafah crossing, marking the highest daily total since evacuations began. The United…
US State Department: Rafah Border Crossing Between Gaza and Egypt Closed for Security Reasons
The Rafah border crossing between Gaza and Egypt was closed due to security concerns, affecting aid delivery and the exit of foreign nationals. The US…
US Responds to Netanyahu's Statements on Gaza Security: Palestinian Views Must Come First
The US State Department emphasized that the Gaza Strip is Palestinian land and that Palestinian perspectives must be prioritized following Netanyahu's statements about Israeli security…
Blinken Meets Turkish Foreign Minister in Final Stop of Middle East Trip
U.S. Secretary of State Antony Blinken met with Turkish Foreign Minister Hakan Fidan in Ankara as part of his Middle East tour amid the Gaza…
Blinken and Netanyahu Meet in Tel Aviv
U.S. Secretary of State Antony Blinken met with Israeli Prime Minister Benjamin Netanyahu in Tel Aviv to discuss Israel's operations in Gaza and emphasize Israel's…
Biden Welcomes Opening of Rafah Crossing: We Will Continue Pressuring Israel to Adhere to International Laws
President Biden welcomed the opening of the Rafah crossing for injured Palestinians and foreign nationals, emphasizing U.S. pressure on Israel to comply with international humanitarian…
Mike Johnson Plans to Vote on Independent Aid Package for Israel
Mike Johnson, the new Speaker of the House, plans to vote on a $14.3 billion aid package for Israel, but it faces opposition from Democrats…