China’s close ties with Russia in countering American dominance point to a geopolitical rift that could shape the conflict between Israel and Hamas.
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Biden Visits Israel and Putin Visits China Amid Gaza and Ukraine Wars
Washington’s strong support for Israel against Hamas is contrasted with Russian and Chinese efforts to align with the Palestinian struggle.
Hundreds Feared Dead in Gaza Hospital Blast as Israel and Hamas Blame Each Other
With President Biden about to arrive in Israel, Palestinians and Israelis blamed each other for the explosion at a hospital, where people had sought shelter from Israeli bombing.
U.S. Response to Israel-Hamas War Draws Fury in Mideast
The staunch support for Israel has stoked accusations of American hypocrisy, with Arab critics fearing a wholesale massacre of Palestinians in response to the deadly Hamas attack on Israel.
What Is Islamic Jihad, the Group Israel Blamed for the Gaza Hospital Blast?
Like Hamas, the group receives support from Iran in funding and weapons.
Wednesday Briefing: Blast Kills Hundreds at a Gaza Hospital
Plus the risks of iron deficiency for women.
Fears of Violence Between Israel and Hezbollah in Lebanon Grow
The fighting between Israel and Hamas has raised fears that the violence will spill into Lebanon as a wider conflict with Hezbollah. Such a war would be dangerous for all involved.
U.S. Turns to Qatar for Hamas Hostages, Facing Risky Options in Gaza
Hamas is believed to hold at least 199 people in Gaza, a dense territory descending into a chaotic crisis, where many officials believe a military rescue would be dangerous for soldiers and hostages alike.
Hamas Hijacked Victims’ Social Media Accounts to Spread Terror
The use of hostages’ Facebook, Instagram and WhatsApp accounts to livestream attacks and issue death threats is a new tactic, experts said.
Palestinian Driver Is Thought to Be Hostage of Hamas
A 22-year-old is believed to be the only Palestinian who is not a citizen of Israel to be taken by Hamas in its recent attacks.