Brazil has withdrawn its ambassador to Israel amid tensions over the Gaza war. Israel's foreign ministry said it has not received an official notice but summoned Brazil's chargé d'affaires for a meeting on Thursday.
Biden administration paused US arms shipments to Israel, reasons undisclosed. Not tied to Rafah, won't affect future deliveries. The National Security Council mentions continued security aid.
Colombian President Gustavo Petro announced plans to cut diplomatic ties with Israel due to its actions in Gaza. Speaking at a May Day rally in Bogota, he criticized Israel for civilian casualties.
It looks like former Brazilian President Jair Bolsonaro is not going to Israel after all, as the Brazilian Supreme Court denied his request amid fears that he may not come back to face justice.
The conflict in the Middle East may have already spilled into the Americas as authorities in Peru have arrested a man from Iran over a plot to attack a citizen of Israel in the South American country.
A US Air Force serviceman is now in critical condition after setting himself on fire in front of the Israeli Embassy to protest Israel's ongoing campaign in Palestine.
Israeli officials criticize Brazilian President Luiz Inacio Lula da Silva for likening the Gaza war to the Nazi genocide, accusing him of trivializing the Holocaust and causing offense to the Jewish people.
The US Senate's $95B foreign aid package encounters resistance from House Republicans. Democrats argue its vital role in sustaining global democracy, setting the stage for legislative contention over the substantial funding proposal.
President Joe Biden visited Michigan on Thursday, aiming to emphasize his strengths amid discontent among the state's Arab American population over his handling of the Gaza situation.
Argentina President Javier Milei, now an Orthodox Jew, pledged to visit Israel, condemning Hamas during an address to Buenos Aires' Jewish community. His remarks underscore a shift in diplomatic stance and highlight his commitment to addressing international issues.
Lebanese militant group Hezbollah was reportedly planning a terrorist attack on a Jewish community in Brazil, but this was thwarted by the Brazilian Federal Police.
During a live performance, comedian Dave Chappelle criticized the US for supporting Israel's actions against the Palestinians. This stance led to some audience members walking out in response.
In a rare Thursday night primetime Joe Biden speech from the Oval Office, the president spoke to the nation about the US response to the ongoing conflicts involving Israel and Hamas, as well as the situation in Ukraine and its relationship with Russia.
Donald Trump's response to Hamas's attack on Israel has certainly raised eyebrows, and his Republican opponents are now using his recent comments against him.
