The United States on Thursday (Dec 14) said that it wants the war between Israel and the Palestinian militant group Hamas to "end as soon as possible," the White House said.

United States wants Israel-Hamas war to end 'as soon as possible', says White House

US President Joe Biden administration's support of Israel in the war against Hamas has drawn sharp criticism both from Americans protesting Palestinian civilian deaths and from state department staff calling for a cease-fire. Question remains is US' support for Israel waning due to deaths in Gaza?

US says not right for Israel to occupy Gaza long-term as death toll rises

Ripples of the Gaza war are being felt miles away in the Red Sea. Yemen’s Houthi rebels have vowed to attack all ships bound for Israel. They call it their response to Israeli atrocities in Gaza. It has the west alarmed. What can the Houthis do - are they a serious threat? Ghadi Francis explains.

Yemen Houthis attack ships in the Red Sea

Hospital, refugee camp, school - nowhere is safe in Gaza. Civilian order is up for a toss. There is no food, no clean water, no medicines. The Gaza strip’s reality worsens every single day this war stretches. The un has said that half of the Gazan population - that is around a million people face the risk of starvation. Ghadi Francis brings you the tale of Gaza.

Israel-Hamas war: 19,000 Gazans killed since October 7th attack

Israel is losing allies… the Jewish leaders are not seeing eye to eye with their American mentors. Europe has for weeks condemned civilian killings in Gaza. But the Israeli Defence Minister has vowed to continue - with or without support. Ghadi Francis details how Israel’s civilian killings in Gaza might leave it isolated on the world stage.

Israel-Hamas war: Is Israel losing global support?

What the future holds for Gaza. It is a big uncertain territory. Israel has rejected the option of p-a ruling the strip, while Arab nations say there will be no rebuilding plans until a two-state solution-based peace plan is kick-started. Ghadi Francis gets more on this big question - what is next for Gaza?

Israel-Hamas war: Who will take responsibility for Gaza?

The United States is urging Israel to move towards surgical operations against Hamas as opposed to its current broad ground campaign. The shift in the strategy was suggested by the White House National Security Adviser Jake Sullivan.

Israel-Hamas war: US pushes for surgical operations in Gaza

United States Vice President Kamala Harris has reportedly become the cause of tensions in the White House. As per reports, President Joe Biden's second-in-command has been urging him and other colleagues to show more sensitivity to the plight of Palestinian civilians, as the death toll in Gaza continues to mount.

US VP Harris urges President Biden to be 'tougher' on Netanyahu, sparks tensions: Report

The United Nations demanded an immediate humanitarian ceasefire in the Gaza Strip as US President Joe Biden warned Israel it was losing international support because of its "indiscriminate" bombing of civilians in its war against Hamas militants.

Israel-Hamas war: Biden warns Israeli government of losing support amid war with Hamas

Israel faced condemnation from international leaders, communities over their aerial bombing campaign on Palestine's Gaza, that killed over 18,000 people. Now an intelligence report by the United States have revealed that more than half the bombs dropped were ‘dumb bombs’ or untargeted, not precise bombs.

'Dumb bombs' used in almost half of Israeli strikes on Gaza, says US Intelligence

The U.S.'s recent vote against a UN resolution calling for a ceasefire in Gaza, contrary to the global consensus, marks a significant departure from its traditional stance. This development, amidst the ongoing humanitarian crisis in Gaza, signals a pivotal moment in U.S.-Israel relations. President Biden's criticism of Israel's post-war governance approach and Prime Minister Netanyahu's skepticism about the Palestinian Authority's capabilities highlight deep-rooted political differences.

Gravitas | Rift between U.S President Joe Biden & Israeli PM Benjamin Netanyahu widens over Gaza

Even as the civilian casualties in Gaza continue to rise, Israeli citizens say that the army should not back off from its unrelenting offensive to crush the militant group Hamas.

'Awful...but that's what happens in war': Israelis want Hamas crushed despite Gaza casualties

It's day 67 of the Israel-Gaza war but there seems to be no definite end in sight at the moment. But as we head into Christmas, it seems like it's not just those on the frontlines that are suffering. Israeli businesses are also feeling the chill this Christmas. Take a look at this report to find out more...

Impact of Israel-Gaza war: Festive cheer dulls in Bethlehem

There is no relief in sight for Gazans amid Israel's continued onslaught - the increased death tolls, forced displacements, lack of food and fuel, and other basic necessities. Now, heavy rains have added to their miseries.

Israel-Hamas war: Displaced Gaza residents sheltering in tents face heavy rainfall | WION

Israel on Wednesday (Dec 13) declared that it would continue its war against Hamas in Gaza "with or without international support". Israeli Prime Minister Benjamin Netanyahu also reiterated that "nothing could stop" his country from continuing the war until it achieves victory against the Palestinian militant group.

'Nothing will stop us' until victory is achieved in Gaza, says Israeli Prime Minister Benjamin Netanyahu

Yemen's Houthi rebels have carried out another attack in the Red Sea. A commercial tanker shipped from India narrowly escaped two missiles launched by the group on Wednesday and this comes just a day after they attacked a Norwegian oil tanker a day before as well.

Israel-Hamas war: Houthis attack oil tanker from India in Red Sea, was headed from Mangalore

Days after the Israeli defence minister hinted that Israel could open a second war front in Lebanon, IDF escalates its strikes on the Lebanese border. Will Israel open a second front with Lebanon?

Israel's Foreign Minister said war in Gaza would continue 'with or without' International support

After weeks of massive pounding of the Gaza Strip, Israel's staunchest ally, the United States, has raised concern about the future of the war. United States NSA Jake Sullivan is headed to Tel Aviv for talks on the timeline of war. To know more watch this interview with Dr Adam Day, Head in Geneva office, UN Centre for Policy Research.

Pressure mounts on Israel over deaths in Gaza, Jake Sullivan to discuss timeline of war

After weeks of massive pounding of the Gaza Strip, Israel's staunchest ally, the United States, has raised concern on the future of the war. United States NSA Jake Sullivan is headed to Tel Aviv for talks on the timeline of war.

US expresses concerns over Gaza casualties, Jake Sullivan to discuss timeline of war

US: White House advisor Jake Sullivan to visit Israel amid tensions over Gaza | World News | WION

The US is showing signs of strained patience with ally Israel. Reports say the Biden administration is holding up the sale of more than 20,000 US made rifles to Israel. U.S. National security advisor Jake Sullivan is travelling to Israel for talks

Israel war: US stops sale of M16 guns to Israel, as tensions rise

Here we bring you a quick round-up of all the latest news and top headlines from all across the globe: Israel announced its worst combat losses in more than a month on Wednesday after an ambush in the ruins of Gaza. It faced growing diplomatic isolation as civilian deaths mounted and a humanitarian catastrophe worsened in the Palestinian territory.

Israel-Hamas war: Israel suffers heavy losses in Hamas ambush

Israeli leaders are reiterating that the war in Gaza will continue until Hamas is defeated. Israel's foreign minister stressed that the offensive would go on with or without international support. However Hamas Chief has now said that the the group is ready to discuss with Israel any arrangement or initiative that could lead to a ceasefire in Gaza.

Israel-Hamas war: Hamas Chief says ready to discuss Gaza ceasefire with Israel

Israel's Foreign Minister: War in Gaza would continue 'with or without international support'

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