Jews around the globe lit the first of eight candles on Wednesday and came together to celebrate and reflect on their history.
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North Korea, in the Spotlight Over Ukraine, Launches a Long-Range Missile
The launch, into waters west of Japan, came shortly after the United States and South Korea criticized the North for sending troops to join Russia’s war.
Thomas J. Donohue Dies at 86; Transformed Chamber of Commerce
Under his 24-year leadership, the lobbying group developed enormous clout in Washington, but he broke with the Trump administration over immigration, tariffs and the 2020 election.
Giant Pandas From China Return to National Zoo in Washington, D.C.
A motorcade through the capital revived “panda diplomacy” between Washington and Beijing for the first time in nearly a year.
Protesters Denounce Netanyahu’s Speech to Congress and Some Clash With Police
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.
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.