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Survey: Most Americans disapprove of Biden’s handling of Israel-Hamas conflict

As many as 56% of US citizens are critical of the way President Joe Biden is handling the ongoing conflict between Israel and Palestinian group Hamas, while 44% are of the opposite view, according to a new poll.

Russia blasts Biden attempt to link Putin with Hamas

US President Joe Biden’s comments linking Russian leader Vladimir Putin and the atrocities committed by Palestinian group Hamas were unworthy of his office, the Kremlin has announced. Hamas says its recent military operaiotn inside Israel, was a reaction to Tel Aviv's relentless violence against Palestinians and desecraton of the Al-Aqsa mosque.

US to hold Iran ‘accountable’ for providing military support to Russia, Hamas: Biden

US President Joe Biden used his address to the American people Thursday night to claim Tehran would be held accountable for supporting both Moscow and Palestinian group Hamas. Iran has vehemently denied any involvement in recent Hamas' military attack on Israel, while rejecting claims of transferring drones to Russia for use in the Ukraine war.

US confirms American contractor died during drone alert on Iraqi base

A US civilian contractor suffered a “cardiac episode” and died while personnel were taking cover from a suspected drone attack on al-Asad Airbase in Iraq on Wednesday, Pentagon Press Secretary Brg. Gen. Patrick Ryder told reporters on Thursday night.

US to divert artillery shells for Ukraine to Israel for Gaza war: Report

Washingtin will give Israel tens of thousands of 155mm artillery shells that were originally set aside for Ukraine, Axios has reported. The Israeli military reportedly told the Pentagon that it needed the shells to prepare for a ground invasion of Gaza.

White House’s Muslim staff afraid to discuss Israel: Report

Several staff members of the administration of US President Joe Biden, in particular those with Muslim backgrounds, are worried about retaliation if they question Israel’s bombardment of the Gaza Strip, HuffPost has reported.

Report: Biden tells Netanyahu US “fully supports Israeli ground operation in Gaza”

US President Joe Biden has reportedly told Israeli Prime Minister Benjamin Netanyahu that Washington is “fully in support” of Tel Aviv’s plans to launch a ground invasion of the besieged Gaza Strip.

Pro-Palestinian demonstrators invade US Capitol

Scores of pro-Palestinian protesters staged a sit-in protest in the US Capitol, demanding that the US back a ceasefire between Israel and Hamas. Police have arrested multiple demonstrators who refused to leave the building.

Palestine’s Abbas cancels planned Biden meeting after Gaza hospital raid

Palestinian Authority President Mahmoud Abbas has canceled a planned meeting with US President Joe Biden, following an Israeli raid on a Gaza hospital on Tuesday that killed hundreds of people.

Hamas accuses Biden of “falling for Israeli narrative” ahead of high-stakes visit

On the eve of the US president's visit to Israel, Hamas has accused Joe Biden of falling “for the Israeli narrative," calling the United States "a culprit in this war against our people."

CENTCOM head arrives in Israel ahead of Biden’s trip

The head of US Central Command (CENTCOM) has arrived in Israel to meet with the Israeli military chief of staff, according to a CENTCOM statement.

Pentagon orders US forces to prepare for possible deployment to Israel for “logistical, medical support”

US Secretary of Defense Lloyd Austin has ordered that roughly 2,000 American troops prepare for a potential deployment to Israel to help with tasks like medical and logistical support, according to multiple defense officials.

US military prepares for possible Israel deployment amid Gaza war: Report

Citing unnamed defence officials, the Wall Street Journal has reported that the US military has earmarked approximately 2,000 servicemembers for a potential deployment to Israel.

Biden: No clear evidence Iran behind Hamas military operation in Israel

US President Joe Biden says there’s no clear evidence of Iran being behind the surprise attacks in Israel carried out by Hamas earlier this month.

US sending second carrier strike group, fighter jets to eastern Mediterranean

The Pentagon has ordered a second carrier strike group to the eastern Mediterranean Sea and is sending Air Force fighter jets to the region as Israel prepares to expand its Gaza operations, US Defense Secretary Lloyd Austin has stated.

Biden offers warning to Iran following Hamas military operation

US President Joe Biden has issued a stark warning to Iran to “be careful” around its actions in the region following Hamas attack on Israel. Iranian officials have denied any involvement in Hamas weekend assault despite Tehran’s strong support for the Palestinian resistance groups.

Hamas rejects Biden’s remarks on Israel

Hamas firmly rejected US President Joe Biden’s remarks on Israel, calling it an inflammatory statement that aims to “escalate the tension by the barbaric Zionist regime against the Palestinian people,” according to a written statement.

US aircraft carrier arrives in eastern Mediterranean

The USS Gerald R. Ford Carrier Strike Group has arrived in the eastern Mediterranean Sea to “deter any actor” looking to escalate or widen the conflict between Israel and Hamas, the administration of US President Joe Biden has announced.

No evidence of direct Iran role in Hamas military operation: Pentagon

The United States has no evidence of direct Iranian involvement in the Hamas attack on Israel, Defense Secretary Lloyd Austin has said, noting however that Tehran has backed the group for years.

Americans amongst Hamas captives: Biden

US President Joe Biden has confirmed that Americans are among the captives held by the Palestinian group Hamas without specifying the number. He also announced that 14 US citizens have been killed in the recent Hamas attack on Israel.

US says does not have “direct information” linking Iran to Hamas attacks on Israel

US Deputy National Security Adviser Jon Finer has reiterated that while Washington believes Tehran is “broadly complicit” in Hamas military operation against Israel, the US does not at this time have “direct information” linking Iran to the raids.

Biden may ask US Congress for more funding to support Ukraine, Israel: WH

The administration of US President Joe Biden may ask the Congress to approve additional funding to better support Israel and Ukraine at the same time, White House National Security Council spokesperson John Kirby has stated.

US still seeking to determine Iran’s connection to Hamas military operation

US officials told CNN that the administration of President Joe Biden has yet to find a smoking gun so far linking Iran directly to planning and executing the attack on Israel this weekend. However, there’s no denying Iran’s history of aiding Hamas, officials say.

Saudi Arabia considering oil U-turn to secure defense pact with US: Report

Riyadh is willing to increase oil production early next year in exchange for a defense pact with Washington, the Wall Street Journal has reported, citing Saudi and US sources.

US expels 2 Russian diplomats in response to Moscow’s diplomatic expulsions

The United States has expelled two Russian diplomats from the embassy in Washington, according to the State Department.

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