Biden leaving war planning to Israelis but asked 'hard questions' about ground invasion strategy this week, US official says
The US is allowing Israel to make its own calls on timing and strategy in its war with Hamas, but US President Joe Biden did weigh in on the matter during his visit with Israeli Prime Minister Benjamin Netanyahu and the war cabinet in Tel Aviv earlier this week, according to a senior administration official.
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Saudi Prince slams Hamas, Israel and the West
Prince Turki al-Faisal's comments are a rare Arab voice of criticism of Hamas's actions.
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Inflation, commercial real estate among top financial stability concerns -Fed survey
By Pete Schroeder WASHINGTON The chance for persistent inflation to keep interest rates higher and potential losses in
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Rishi Sunak renews plea for Gaza aid during visit to Egypt
The PM also urges protection of civilians as aid trucks in Egypt are expected to enter Gaza.
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China has sharply expanded nuclear arsenal, US says
Beijing now possesses some 500 operational nuclear warheads, a new Pentagon report says.
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Nestlé Irish baby milk factory to close as China birth rate drops
500 jobs will be lost due to the closure of the Limerick based factory.
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Canadian cannabis market struggles five years after legalisation
Five years after recreational cannabis became legal, the industry in Canada is facing economic struggles.
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Israel country profile
Provides an overview of Israel, including key dates and facts about this country in the Middle East.
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New Zealand election: Disillusioned voters eyes shift away from the left
Three years on from Jacinda Ardern's sweeping victory, polls indicate voters will desert Labour.
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Rod Stewart snubs big money Saudi Arabia concert offer over human rights abuses
Sir Rod Stewart has turned down a lucrative offer to perform in Saudi Arabia because of the country's human rights issues and he hopes his decision will "shine a light on the injustices there and ignite positive change".
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Bayer Leverkusen make January sale decisions over Tapsoba, Hincapie & Wirtz
Bayer Leverkusen are unwilling to allow head coach Xabi Alonso to leave amid interest from Real Madrid, while
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Bristol's Sustainable Fashion Week makes global impact
Its third year saw the Bristol idea expand across the UK, and in India, Papua New Guinea and the US.
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