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Hafsa Mustafa Posted in World

Gaza testament to collapse of current global order: Erdogan

The Gaza crisis is a testament to the collapse of the current global order, Turkish President Recep Tayyip Erdogan said, further pointing to conflicts in Syria, Yemen, Libya and Ukraine. Speaking at the Antalya Diplomacy Forum, Erdogan said the current century has been turning into an era of crises as the rules-based international order has lost meaning, becoming "no more than a slogan." Read More…

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Gaza crisis ‘direct result of unconscionable decisions’ taken by Israel: MSF

Doctors Without Borders said it is horrified by the attack by Israeli forces on Palestinians waiting to receive food from aid lorries near Gaza city. “We are horrified by the latest news from Gaza city, where over 100 people were killed and about 750 wounded today, according to local health authorities, after Israeli forces reportedly opened fire as Palestinians were waiting to receive food from aid trucks,” said MSF president Dr Isabelle Defourny. "MSF staff were not present on the site, and due to bad telecommunications, we are currently unable… Read More…

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Alina Hashmi Posted in World

Jake Sullivan discusses Gaza crisis with Saudi Crown Prince

White House National Security Adviser Jake Sullivan met Saudi Crown Prince Mohammed bin Salman to talk about the Gaza conflict and regional issues. Mr Sullivan's discussions in Saudi Arabia came before he visited Israel, where he will meet Prime Minister Benjamin Netanyahu. The talks with Saudi officials focused on maintaining stability and preventing the Israel-Gaza conflict from escalating. Read More…

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Hafsa Mustafa Posted in World

Biden faces declining US Arab, Muslim support over Gaza crisis

Hairdresser Linda Shawish cuts to the chase when asked about President Joe Biden's decision to unequivocally back Israel's bombing and ground invasion of Gaza. "They're standing for genocide," the 45-year-old Palestinian American who previously voted for Democrats told AFP outside the popular Halalco grocery in Falls Church, Virginia. With a year left until the 2024 presidential election, Arab and Muslim American support for Biden threatens to plummet over his Middle East policy, a factor that could even swing certain states. Read More…

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Democrats warn Biden he could lose Muslim votes over Israel policy

Democrats in Michigan have warned the White House that President Joe Biden’s handling of the Gaza crisis and Israeli bombardments could cost him enough support within the Arab American community to sway the outcome of the 2024 election in a state he almost certainly can't afford to lose in his bid for re-election. The situation has prompted the White House to discuss ways to alleviate tensions with some of the state’s prominent Democrats, including several who have been vocal critics of the president about the war. Read More…

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US Republican candidates throw weight behind Israel, blame Biden for Gaza crisis

US Republican presidential candidates including frontrunner Donald Trump have touted their unwavering support for Israel wiping out Palestinian Hamas resistance group, as they campaigned with addresses to major Jewish donors in Las Vegas. The Republican Jewish Coalition's (RJC) donor gathering on Saturday has taken on heightened importance as Israel prepares a ground invasion of besieged Gaza. Read More…

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MTV Music Awards cancelled amid Israel-Gaza crisis

Next month’s MTV Europe Music Awards in Paris have been cancelled, organisers said on Thursday, citing ‘the volatility of world events’ amid the ongoing conflict in Israel and Gaza. The awards ceremony, scheduled to be broadcast live and at which the likes of Taylor Swift, Olivia Rodrigo, Bad Bunny and the Foo Fighters were among the nominees, was due to be held on November 5 at Paris Nord Villepinte. Read More…

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