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US inaction would ‘embolden’ Iran after denial of airspace access, Saudi defense minister warns
“At this point, if this doesn’t happen, it will only embolden the regime,” said Saudi Defense Minister Prince Khalid bin Salman.
US parades Maduro in New York as clear warning to global adversaries - opinion
Israeli gratitude towards US should not come before Israeli honesty - editorial
Trump weighs Iran strikes to inspire renewed protests - analysis
When interests align: Israel’s strengths and US interests - opinion
The greatest tension in the US-Israel relationship emerges when American administrations believe they understand Israel’s security needs better than Israelis themselves.
DOGE shut down with months left as former members take new federal posts
Trump officials signal the end of DOGE as its functions shift to other agencies and former staff take on new federal roles.
Rubio says the Ukraine peace proposal was authored by US
US Secretary of State Marco Rubio said Washington authored the 28-point Ukraine peace proposal, as senators disputed the claim and US, Ukrainian, and European officials opened talks in Geneva.
Washington State resident dies in first confirmed H5N5 bird flu case, health department says
The deceased was likely exposed to the flu by domestic poultry or wild birds, and public health officials state the risk to the general public remains low.
‘Israel’s Friendsgiving’ protest at DC train station includes ‘Gaza’s spilled blood’ on the menu
“Seldom have we seen such a sickening display of full-throated antisemitism,” the local JCRC said.
Trump embraces Saudis, UN backs Gaza plan, but Israel faces harsh Middle East reality
NATIONAL AFFAIRS: A UN resolution and a Saudi spectacle hinted at movement in the region, but the Middle East has a way of bringing even the boldest plans back down to earth.
'Heroes, not hostages': US President Trump meets former Gaza hostages at White House
The group met with US special envoy Steve Witkoff, Secretary of State Marco Rubio, Attorney-General Pam Bondi, and Homeland Security Secretary Kristi Noem.
Trump, Vance not invited to Dick Cheney's Washington funeral
Trump and Vance were not invited to Dick Cheney’s funeral as US leaders gathered to honor the former vice president and outspoken Trump critic.
Former Gaza hostages travel to DC to meet with Congress, Trump
The Lobby for the Return of Abductees and Captives will host a cohort of freed hostages who traveled to Washington DC.
Jewish family settles discrimination case after gifted school expulsion
A Jewish family reached a settlement with a school in Virginia after their children were expelled amid complaints of persistent antisemitic bullying.
