Thousands of peaceful protesters gathered west of the Capitol, and smaller breakoff groups clashed with the police nearby and outside Union Station. Fifteen people were arrested, the Capitol Police said.
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U.S. Criticizes Israel Over Conduct in Gaza
In a report, the State Department avoids sweeping conclusions but raises the prospect that Israel may have violated humanitarian laws.
Japan and US Seek to Strengthen Ties as Kishida Visits
Hovering over a state visit to Washington is the possibility of a swing in American foreign policy if Donald Trump returns to the White House.
Ukraine’s First Lady and Navalny’s Widow Decline State of the Union Invitation
Olena Zelenska’s office cited a scheduling conflict. The Russian opposition figure Yulia Navalnaya also declined an invitation.
Airman Dies After Setting Himself On Fire Outside Israeli Embassy in Washington
Aaron Bushnell, an active-duty senior airman, repeatedly shouted, “Free Palestine!” as he filmed and livestreamed his protest against Israel’s deadly military actions in Gaza. He had been taken to a hospital on Sunday with life-threatening injuries.
March for Israel: Jewish Groups Rally in Washington, D.C.
The rally was a response to large protests across the United States and the world denouncing the Israeli military campaign in Gaza.
As Pandas Leave National Zoo, Is Panda Diplomacy Over?
The giant pandas have left Washington. Some fans find it unbearable.
Who Are the Detainees Released by the U.S. and Iran?
Iran has freed five Americans, while the U.S. has agreed to unfreeze $6 billion in Iranian assets and to dismiss federal charges against five imprisoned Iranians.
Trump’s Jury for Jan. 6 Trial: A City That Remembers the Capitol Attack
Jurors drawn from among the residents of the District of Columbia will be called on to decide the fate of the former president.
Modi and India’s Diaspora: A Complex Love Affair Making Global Waves
Prime Minister Narendra Modi has tried to fuse his image to the economic and political power of Indians abroad. They voice both pride and worry in return.