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<p>US President Joe Biden, in a stunning reaffirmation of US support for Israel's war in Gaza, said his administration "stand(s) with Israel to take out Sinwar and the rest of the butchers of Hamas". He was referring to the Palestinian militant group's Gaza leader Yahya Sinwar, seen as an orchestrator of the&nbsp;October 7 attack on Israel. He also rejected the&nbsp;International Criminal Court's application for arrest warrants against Israeli leaders, saying what's happening in Gaza is not a genocide.&nbsp;</p>

<p>"We want Hamas defeated, and we are working with Israel to make that happen," Biden said at a White House event marking Jewish American Heritage Month soon after&nbsp;&nbsp;the ICC's move.</p>

<p>"Let me be clear. We reject the ICC’s application for arrest warrants against Israeli leaders. Whatever these warrants may imply, there’s no equivalence between Israel and Hamas.</p>

<p>"What’s happening is not genocide."</p>

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<p>On Monday (May 20), the ICC chief prosecutor Karim Khan sought arrest warrants for Hamas leader Yahya Sinwar and Israeli Prime Minister Benjamin Netanyahu on charges of war crimes and crimes against humanity during the October 7 attacks on Israel and the ongoing war in Gaza.&nbsp;</p>

<p>Biden added&nbsp;that Washington is working to boost humanitarian aid for Palestinian civilians in Gaza. But without mentioning the killings of tens of thousands of Palestinians in Israel's retaliatory state of war, Biden stressed that the current crisis is Hamas' fault.</p>

<p>Biden's address was delivered at a venue where the American-Israeli hostage Hersh Goldberg-Polin's parents Rachel and Jon were in the audience. Acknowledging the two, Biden pledged that the efforts to bring their son home are not ceased.</p>

<p>The Hamas leaders have been accused of extermination as a crime against humanity, murder, and taking hostages as a war crime, according to an official statement.&nbsp;</p>

<p><em>(With inputs from agencies)</em></p>


US President Joe Biden, in a stunning reaffirmation of US support for Israel's war in Gaza, said his administration "stand(s) with Israel to take out Sinwar and the rest of the butchers of Hamas".

US President Joe Biden, in a stunning reaffirmation of US support for Israel's war in Gaza, said his administration "stand(s) with Israel to take out Sinwar and the rest of the butchers of Hamas". He was referring to the Palestinian militant group's Gaza leader Yahya Sinwar, seen as an orchestrator of the October 7 attack on Israel. He also rejected the International Criminal Court's application for arrest warrants against Israeli leaders, saying what's happening in Gaza is not a genocide. "We want Hamas defeated, and we are working with Israel to make that happen," Biden said at a White House event marking Jewish American Heritage Month soon after the ICC's move. "Let me be clear. We reject the ICC’s application for arrest warrants against Israeli leaders. Whatever these warrants may imply, there’s no equivalence between Israel and Hamas. "What’s happening is not genocide." Also read | International Criminal Court prosecutor seeks arrest warrants for Netanyahu, 3 Hamas leaders On Monday (May 20), the ICC chief prosecutor Karim Khan sought arrest warrants for Hamas leader Yahya Sinwar and Israeli Prime Minister Benjamin Netanyahu on charges of war crimes and crimes against humanity during the October 7 attacks on Israel and the ongoing war in Gaza. Biden added that Washington is working to boost humanitarian aid for Palestinian civilians in Gaza. But without mentioning the killings of tens of thousands of Palestinians in Israel's retaliatory state of war, Biden stressed that the current crisis is Hamas' fault. Biden's address was delivered at a venue where the American-Israeli hostage Hersh Goldberg-Polin's parents Rachel and Jon were in the audience. Acknowledging the two, Biden pledged that the efforts to bring their son home are not ceased. The Hamas leaders have been accused of extermination as a crime against humanity, murder, and taking hostages as a war crime, according to an official statement. (With inputs from agencies)

Biden's clean chit to Israel? US president says war in Gaza 'not genocide'

The chief prosecutor of the International Criminal Court (ICC) has applied for arrest warrants against Israeli Prime Minister Netanyahu and Hamas leaders for alleged war crimes. Netanyahu rejects prosecutors arrest bid. Watch in for more details!

ICC Prosecutor seeks arrest warrant for Netanyahu: Israeli President says decision beyond outrageous

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The International Criminal Court is seeking arrest warrants against both Israeli Prime Minister Benjamin Netanyahu and Hamas leader Yahya Sinwar for war crimes and crimes against humanity in Gaza war.

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Benny Gantz, a member of Israel's war cabinet, has threatened to quit Benjamin Netanyahu's government if the prime minister does not submit a post-war plan for Gaza by June 8.Watch in for more details!

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Israeli PM Netanyahu's primary opponent, National Unity Chair Benny Gantz, has a 35% overall job approval rating. According to media sources, that figure rises to 42% among voters on the center left.

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<p>Saudi Arabia's de facto ruler and United States President Joe Biden's top aide have reportedly held talks around a "semi-final" version of a deal that is expected to strengthen the security ties.</p>

<p>The meeting involved discussions between Crown Prince Mohammed bin Salman and Jake Sullivan, Biden's national security advisor, in the eastern Saudi city of Dhahran, the official Saudi Press Agency (SPA) reported on Sunday (May 19).</p>

<p>Sullivan arrived in Israel on Sunday for talks surrounding the ongoing war in Gaza.</p>

<p>"The semi-final version of the draft strategic agreements between the Kingdom and the United States of America, which are almost being finalised... were discussed," SPA said.</p>

<p>The meeting between the officials also involved talks around "what is being worked on between the two sides on the Palestinian issue to find a credible path towards a two-state solution", along with endeavours to put an end to the ongoing war in Gaza and streamline the distribution of humanitarian aid in the region. &nbsp;</p>

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<p>The Biden administration has actively chased the 'mega-deal' where Washington has agreed to give benefits to Saudi Arabia including a defence pact and assistance with a civilian nuclear programme with uranium enrichment capacity in exchange for providing first-ever recognition of Israel.</p>

<p>Earlier in the month of September, Prince Mohammed in an interview with the US network Fox News said that "every day we get closer" to a deal to normalise ties. This was before Hamas launched unprecedented attacks against Israel.</p>

<p>After the Palestinian militant group's Oct 7 assault, the US had accused Hamas of derailing the efforts to normalise ties between Saudi Arabia and Israel.</p>

<p>"It wouldn't be a surprise that part of the motivation may have been to disrupt efforts to bring Saudi Arabia and Israel together, along with other countries that may be interested in normalising relations with Israel," the US Secretary of State had said.</p>

<p><em>(With inputs from agencies)</em></p>


Saudi Arabia's de facto ruler and United States President Joe Biden's top aide have reportedly held talks around a "semi-final" version of a deal that is expected to strengthen the security ties.

Saudi Arabia's de facto ruler and United States President Joe Biden's top aide have reportedly held talks around a "semi-final" version of a deal that is expected to strengthen the security ties. The meeting involved discussions between Crown Prince Mohammed bin Salman and Jake Sullivan, Biden's national security advisor, in the eastern Saudi city of Dhahran, the official Saudi Press Agency (SPA) reported on Sunday (May 19). Sullivan arrived in Israel on Sunday for talks surrounding the ongoing war in Gaza. "The semi-final version of the draft strategic agreements between the Kingdom and the United States of America, which are almost being finalised... were discussed," SPA said. The meeting between the officials also involved talks around "what is being worked on between the two sides on the Palestinian issue to find a credible path towards a two-state solution", along with endeavours to put an end to the ongoing war in Gaza and streamline the distribution of humanitarian aid in the region. Also read: Whitewashed words: Netanyahu's office hits back at Gantz's 'ultimatum' The Biden administration has actively chased the 'mega-deal' where Washington has agreed to give benefits to Saudi Arabia including a defence pact and assistance with a civilian nuclear programme with uranium enrichment capacity in exchange for providing first-ever recognition of Israel. Earlier in the month of September, Prince Mohammed in an interview with the US network Fox News said that "every day we get closer" to a deal to normalise ties. This was before Hamas launched unprecedented attacks against Israel. After the Palestinian militant group's Oct 7 assault, the US had accused Hamas of derailing the efforts to normalise ties between Saudi Arabia and Israel. "It wouldn't be a surprise that part of the motivation may have been to disrupt efforts to bring Saudi Arabia and Israel together, along with other countries that may be interested in normalising relations with Israel," the US Secretary of State had said. (With inputs from agencies)

Saudi crown prince and US national security adviser discuss ‘semi-final’ version of security deal

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<p>Israeli Defence Minister Yoav Gallant, in a confrontation on Wednesday (May 15), rejected Prime Minister Benjamin Netanyahu's strategy for the Gaza Strip following the war with Hamas, which has been going on since October 7 when the militant group led an assault on the Jewish nation.&nbsp;</p>

<p>Gallant's televised statement highlighted a deepening rift within the Israeli leadership. "We must dismantle Hamas’ governing capabilities in Gaza. The key to this goal is military action, and the establishment of a governing alternative in Gaza," Gallant said, adding,&nbsp;"In the absence of such an alternative, only two negative options remain: Hamas' rule in Gaza or Israeli military rule in Gaza."</p>

<p>As per Gallant, he has been making efforts to promote his plan within the Israeli cabinet since October of a&nbsp;"non-hostile Palestinian governing alternative". However, there has been no response, he added.&nbsp;</p>

<p>Gallant has shown&nbsp;his opposition to any long-term military rule by Israel in the besieged territory.</p>

<p>While Netanyahu in a veiled statement and without mentioning defence minister directly, hinted at Gallant's remarks as being mere "excuses."</p>

<p>However, former general Benny Gantz supported&nbsp;Gallant's position and said that the defence minister "spoke the truth".&nbsp;</p>

<p>The defence minister's criticism echoed sentiments expressed by the United States that&nbsp;has been advocating for a role for the internationally supported Palestinian Authority (PA) in Gaza.</p>

<h2><strong>Israel's Rafah invasion&nbsp;</strong></h2>

<p>The&nbsp;public dissent from within the Israeli leadership comes amid the ongoing bombardment of areas in Rafah and amid the dismissal by Netanyahu of US President Joe Biden's warnings to stop the supply of weapons to Israel</p>

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<p>Netanyahu's ruling coalition includes ultra-nationalist partners who oppose the PA and support new Jewish settlements in Gaza, leading to occasional policy disagreements within the government.</p>

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<p>Netanyahu has indicated that Israel will retain overall security control over Gaza post-war but stopped short of terming it an occupation.&nbsp;</p>

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<p>As Israeli ground forces reenter areas of northern Gaza, concerns mount over the lack of a clear post-Hamas strategy for the territory.</p>

<p>The World Food Programme (WFP) warned of a potential humanitarian catastrophe if Israel's incursion into Rafah City escalates further, with hundreds of thousands already displaced due to evacuation orders issued earlier in May.</p>

<p><em>(With inputs from agencies)</em></p>


Israeli Defence Minister Yoav Gallant, in a confrontation on Wednesday (May 15), rejected Prime Minister Benjamin Netanyahu's strategy for the Gaza Strip following the war with Hamas, which has been going on since October 7 when the militant group led an assault on the Jewish nation.

Israeli Defence Minister Yoav Gallant, in a confrontation on Wednesday (May 15), rejected Prime Minister Benjamin Netanyahu's strategy for the Gaza Strip following the war with Hamas, which has been going on since October 7 when the militant group led an assault on the Jewish nation. Gallant's televised statement highlighted a deepening rift within the Israeli leadership. "We must dismantle Hamas’ governing capabilities in Gaza. The key to this goal is military action, and the establishment of a governing alternative in Gaza," Gallant said, adding, "In the absence of such an alternative, only two negative options remain: Hamas' rule in Gaza or Israeli military rule in Gaza." As per Gallant, he has been making efforts to promote his plan within the Israeli cabinet since October of a "non-hostile Palestinian governing alternative". However, there has been no response, he added. Gallant has shown his opposition to any long-term military rule by Israel in the besieged territory. While Netanyahu in a veiled statement and without mentioning defence minister directly, hinted at Gallant's remarks as being mere "excuses." However, former general Benny Gantz supported Gallant's position and said that the defence minister "spoke the truth". The defence minister's criticism echoed sentiments expressed by the United States that has been advocating for a role for the internationally supported Palestinian Authority (PA) in Gaza. Israel's Rafah invasion The public dissent from within the Israeli leadership comes amid the ongoing bombardment of areas in Rafah and amid the dismissal by Netanyahu of US President Joe Biden's warnings to stop the supply of weapons to Israel Also Read | Slovak PM Robert Fico 'not in life-threatening situation': Dy PM gives update Netanyahu's ruling coalition includes ultra-nationalist partners who oppose the PA and support new Jewish settlements in Gaza, leading to occasional policy disagreements within the government. Also Read | French PM declares state of emergency in New Caledonia as four killed in riots Netanyahu has indicated that Israel will retain overall security control over Gaza post-war but stopped short of terming it an occupation. Watch | Slovak PM shooting: Slovakia president condemns attack × As Israeli ground forces reenter areas of northern Gaza, concerns mount over the lack of a clear post-Hamas strategy for the territory. The World Food Programme (WFP) warned of a potential humanitarian catastrophe if Israel's incursion into Rafah City escalates further, with hundreds of thousands already displaced due to evacuation orders issued earlier in May. (With inputs from agencies)

Israeli defence min opposes Bibi, endorses 'non-hostile Palestinian governing alternative' for Gaza post-war

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<p>The US military finished setting up a floating pier for the Gaza Strip to start bringing in much-needed humanitarian aid on Thursday (May 16). This comes after over seven months of intense fighting in the Israel-Hamas war.</p>

<p>The pier was built following President Joe Biden's order over two months ago to help Palestinians who are starving due to&nbsp;lack of food and supplies. The situation worsened when Israel recently took control of the Rafah border crossing.</p>

<p>Despite challenges like logistics, weather, and security, this sea route plans to increase the amount of aid reaching Gaza. However, it's not as cost-effective as land routes, which are more sustainable. The aid delivered by boat will be unloaded at a port southwest of Gaza City, built by Israel, and then distributed by aid groups.</p>

<p>American officials have said that US troops will not go into Gaza, although they acknowledged the dangers of working close to the war zone.</p>

<p>The UN said that heavy fighting between Israeli soldiers and Palestinian fighters near Rafah has forced about 600,000 people, or a quarter of Gaza's population, to flee their homes. Another 100,000 people have left northern Gaza because the Israeli military has started fighting there again.</p>

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<p>Pentagon officials said that the fighting in Gaza isn't currently endangering the new shoreline aid area. However, they will keep a close watch on security conditions and might temporarily close the maritime route if needed. The site has already been targeted by mortar fire during construction, and Hamas has warned they will attack any foreign forces that enter Gaza.</p>

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<p>The “protection of US forces participating is a top priority. And as such, in the last several weeks, the United States and Israel have developed an integrated security plan to protect all the personnel who are working," said Navy Vice Adm. Brad Cooper, a deputy commander at the US military's Central Command.</p>

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<p>According to a statement from the military's Central Command, US troops anchored the pier at 7:40 a.m. local time on Thursday.</p>

<p>Israeli forces will handle security on the shore, but two US Navy warships, the USS Arleigh Burke and the USS Paul Ignatius, are nearby in the eastern Mediterranean Sea. These destroyers have many weapons to protect American troops and allies on the beach.</p>

<p><strong>Also watch |&nbsp;Israel-Hamas war: Israeli defence chief challenges Benjamin Netanyahu over post-war Gaza plans</strong></p>

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<h2><strong>Gaza crisis deepens; bleak conditions grip region</strong></h2>

<p>Aid agencies said that they are almost out of food in southern Gaza and running low on fuel. This shortage will cause hospitals to stop critical operations and prevent aid trucks from delivering supplies. The United Nations and other agencies have warned for weeks that an Israeli attack on <a href="https://www.wionews.com/world/gaza-war-israels-rafah-offensive-will-provoke-anarchy-without-eliminating-hamas-says-blinken-720701">Rafah</a>, near the main aid entry points on the Egypt border, would severely disrupt humanitarian efforts and lead to many civilian deaths.</p>

<p><em><strong>Disclaimer: WION takes utmost care to accurately and responsibly report ongoing developments on the Israel-Palestine conflict after the Hamas attacks. However, we cannot independently verify the authenticity of all statements, photos and videos.&nbsp;</strong></em></p>

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The US military finished setting up a floating pier for the Gaza Strip to start bringing in much-needed humanitarian aid on Thursday (May 16). This comes after over seven months of intense fighting in the Israel-Hamas war.

The US military finished setting up a floating pier for the Gaza Strip to start bringing in much-needed humanitarian aid on Thursday (May 16). This comes after over seven months of intense fighting in the Israel-Hamas war. The pier was built following President Joe Biden's order over two months ago to help Palestinians who are starving due to lack of food and supplies. The situation worsened when Israel recently took control of the Rafah border crossing. Despite challenges like logistics, weather, and security, this sea route plans to increase the amount of aid reaching Gaza. However, it's not as cost-effective as land routes, which are more sustainable. The aid delivered by boat will be unloaded at a port southwest of Gaza City, built by Israel, and then distributed by aid groups. American officials have said that US troops will not go into Gaza, although they acknowledged the dangers of working close to the war zone. The UN said that heavy fighting between Israeli soldiers and Palestinian fighters near Rafah has forced about 600,000 people, or a quarter of Gaza's population, to flee their homes. Another 100,000 people have left northern Gaza because the Israeli military has started fighting there again. Pentagon officials said that the fighting in Gaza isn't currently endangering the new shoreline aid area. However, they will keep a close watch on security conditions and might temporarily close the maritime route if needed. The site has already been targeted by mortar fire during construction, and Hamas has warned they will attack any foreign forces that enter Gaza. Also read | 'This Nakba here is worse': 'Keys' become a symbol of Palestinian plight amid war in Gaza The “protection of US forces participating is a top priority. And as such, in the last several weeks, the United States and Israel have developed an integrated security plan to protect all the personnel who are working," said Navy Vice Adm. Brad Cooper, a deputy commander at the US military's Central Command. According to a statement from the military's Central Command, US troops anchored the pier at 7:40 a.m. local time on Thursday. Israeli forces will handle security on the shore, but two US Navy warships, the USS Arleigh Burke and the USS Paul Ignatius, are nearby in the eastern Mediterranean Sea. These destroyers have many weapons to protect American troops and allies on the beach. Also watch | Israel-Hamas war: Israeli defence chief challenges Benjamin Netanyahu over post-war Gaza plans Gaza crisis deepens; bleak conditions grip region Aid agencies said that they are almost out of food in southern Gaza and running low on fuel. This shortage will cause hospitals to stop critical operations and prevent aid trucks from delivering supplies. The United Nations and other agencies have warned for weeks that an Israeli attack on Rafah, near the main aid entry points on the Egypt border, would severely disrupt humanitarian efforts and lead to many civilian deaths. Disclaimer: WION takes utmost care to accurately and responsibly report ongoing developments on the Israel-Palestine conflict after the Hamas attacks. However, we cannot independently verify the authenticity of all statements, photos and videos. (With inputs from agencies)

US military wraps up installation of Gaza pier; aid distribution to start within days

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Israel war: Biden threatens Israel over Rafah invasion, 'won't send weapons if Rafah is invaded'

US President Joe Biden warned that he will stop supplying weapons if Israeli forces launch a major invasion in the southern Gaza city of Rafah, where more than a million Palestinians are taking refuge and thousands have been evacuated. Watch in for more details!

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In another effort to forge a hostage release and Truce in the seven-month war delegations from Hamas and Israel are back at the negotiation table in Cairo. Meanwhile, Benny Gantz, a member of Israel’s war cabinet, said the Israeli military’s operations in Rafah will "continue and expand as necessary". Watch in for more details!

Israel-Hamas war: Israeli PM Benjamin Netanyahu calls seizing Rafah crossing an important step

A ceasefire deal with Hamas is the best way to protect the lives of the 132 hostages held by the terrorist organization in Gaza, President Joe Biden told Prime Minister Benjamin Netanyahu during a phone call on Monday. Watch in for more details!

Israel-Hamas War: Biden restates 'clear position' on Rafah to Netanyahu

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In response to a hostage negotiation, US Secretary of State Antony Blinken was informed by Prime Minister Benjamin Netanyahu that he would not accept an end to the Gaza War. Watch to know more.

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