Israel bombs Gaza as US warns against wider war

Israel continued its bombardment of Gaza despite Prime Minister Benjamin Netanyahu suggesting the "intense phase" of the conflict was winding down.

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Blinken in Israel to push ceasefire plan for Gaza

US Secretary of State Antony Blinken is in Jerusalem to broker a ceasefire between Israel and Hamas.

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Iraqi PM's U.S. visit: Kurdistan Region's role highlighted

Iraqi Prime Minister's U.S. visit underscores Kurdistan Region's strategic significance in diplomatic, economic, and security discussions.

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Modest expectations for PM Sudani's Washington visit: U.S. policymakers should prioritize economy and relations with KRG

Iraqi Prime Minister Sudani's visit to Washington carries weight, but expectations should be lowered given his limited power, focus on economic ties, challenges with pro-Iran militias, and unresolved issues with the Kurdistan Regional Government.

Mohammed A. Salih

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Full-scale Rafah operation risks 'further isolating Israel': Blinken

US Secretary of State Antony Blinken warns against a full-scale ground offensive on Gaza's Rafah, cautioning it could deepen Israel's international isolation.

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Blinken lands in Israel for tense Gaza talks with Netanyahu

US Secretary of State Antony Blinken arrived in Tel Aviv on Friday as efforts continue to announce a ceasefire in Gaza.

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Blinken to visit Saudi Arabia, Egypt to discuss Gaza ceasefire: spokesman

US Secretary of State Antony Blinken will travel to Saudi Arabia and Egypt this week to discuss efforts to secure a ceasefire in Gaza and increase humanitarian aid to the Palestinian territory, a State Department spokesperson said Tuesday.

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Support for KRG integral to US’s Iraq approach: Blinken

Blinken reaffirms US support for KRG during Prime Minister Barzani meeting in Washington.

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Saudi hosts Arab diplomats for Gaza talks after Blinken tour

Middle Eastern diplomats met in Saudi Arabia, stressing urgent recognition of Palestine, ceasefire in Gaza, and lifting aid restrictions. They supported UNRWA, endorsed the two-state solution with East Jerusalem as capital, and urged Israel's recognition.

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