Israel and Palestine
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News investigations fuel calls for a Gaza cease-fire
Speed Read Pressure mounts on Israel as reports spotlight danger to Palestinian civilians
By Harold Maass, The Week US Published
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UN Security Council passes major Gaza aid resolution
Speed Read The United States abstained from voting for the measure, which calls for more aid but not a cease-fire
By Rafi Schwartz, The Week US Published
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'One Bethlehem church nativity scene has infant Jesus lying among the rubble'
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By The Week UK Published
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How the Israel-Hamas conflict threatens the Suez Canal
Talking Point An American-led task force will attempt to protect shipping from Houthi attacks
By Joel Mathis, The Week US Published
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'Alex Batty used timeless teenage courage to chart his own path'
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By The Week UK Published
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'Tube attack punches through comforting illusions about when women are safe'
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Is the Biden-Netanyahu schism here to stay?
Today's big question As the White House carefully ramps up its criticism of Israel's war with Hamas, can the relationship between these two heads of state be salvaged?
By Rafi Schwartz, The Week US Published
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'Many Rwandans disapprove of the deal – the country's human rights record is appalling'
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By The Week UK Published
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Could Gazan refugees 'rupture' Israel's decades-long peace with Egypt?
Today's big question Palestinians fleeing Israeli bombardments look south for escape while Egyptian officials grapple with a potential humanitarian crisis
By Rafi Schwartz, The Week US Published
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Why Israel's Netanyahu encouraged suitcases of cash for Gaza
Speed Read Benjamin Netanyahu and his allies say he was trying to prevent a humanitarian disaster in the Gaza Strip. Netanyahu's critics, citing his own words, say he was trying to buy — and thwart — peace.
By Peter Weber, The Week US Published
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'No peace until Israelis and Palestinians can appreciate each other's grief'
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By The Week UK Published
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'Boris Johnson is unable to show grieving families the courtesy of truth or sincerity'
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Israel preparing to flood Hamas tunnels with seawater
Speed Read IDF pumps could drive out terrorists but critics warn of danger to hostages and Gaza water supply
By Harriet Marsden, The Week UK Published
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Is now a good time to invest in gold?
The Explainer The price of the 'safe-haven asset' is hitting record highs but some analysts question whether gains will continue
By Marc Shoffman, The Week UK Last updated
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