Sec. Rubio, Netanyahu hold joint news conference
U.S. Secretary of State Marco Rubio on Monday held a joint news conference with Israeli Prime Minister Benjamin Netanyahu in Jerusalem. During the press conference, Netanyahu expressed his gratitude for President Trump, calling him "the greatest friend that Israel has ever had in the White House.
Sec. Rubio visits Israel to discuss Gaza with leaders
U.S. Secretary of State Marco Rubio visited Israel Sunday to discuss the war in Gaza with leaders. LiveNOW's Stephanie Coueignoux discusses the latest developments in the Middle East with Alex Traiman, CEO of the Jewish News Syndicate.
News literacy: How to learn about complex topics
Normally during the week, Dr. Alon Burstein and LiveNOW’s Austin Westfall will cover the latest developments in the Israel-Hamas War or the politics surrounding the battlefield. However, today they are talking about news literacy. A recently published article from the Guardian says data from the Israeli military itself suggests an 83% civilian death rate in the Gaza War. Dr. Burstein is a visiting Assistant Professor at Tufts University and joins Austin to give some tips and tricks for consuming the news when it relates to complex geopolitical topics.
Israel plans new phase of war in Gaza
The Israel military confirmed Wednesday they are preparing to launch an expanded military operation in the Gaza City as ceasefire talks continue. They are calling the new operation “Gideon’s Chariots” and shared on the platform "X" that 60,000 reserve orders were issued Wednesday as well as extending the service of 20,000 reservists. LiveNOW's Jeané Franseen discusses the latest in the Middle East with Ken Gray, a Middle East expert with the University of New Haven.
Hamas accepts latest Gaza ceasefire deal proposal
Hamas accepted the latest proposal for a ceasefire in Gaza and release of hostages with Israel, according to reports. The proposal came from Egypt and Qatar mediators and is similar to one presented by U.S. envoy Steve Witkoff earlier this summer. FDD's Ben Cohen joins LiveNOW's Andrew Craft to discuss the proposal and what could happen next.
Gal Gadot joins hostage families in Israel amid nationwide movement to end Gaza war
The Hollywood actress showed solidarity with families demanding Israel to prioritize hostage negotiations amid an expanded military campaign in Gaza.
Netanyahu meets with US lawmakers amid crisis in Gaza
Speaker of the House Mike Johnson had dinner with Israeli Prime Minister Benjamin Netanyahu on Monday. This visit saw the most senior visit from a U.S. official to what is still internationally considered the occupied West Bank. LiveNOW’s Andrew Craft is getting the latest reactions to what is happening in the Middle East with Rabbi Rick Jacobs, President of the Union for Reform Judaism.
Netanyahu considers push to fully ‘occupy’ Gaza
Israeli Prime Minister Benjamin Netanyahu is considering a new strategy for the war in the Gaza Strip. This was reported by his office on Tuesday with some indication he favors a complete military takeover of the Israeli-occupied Palestinian territory. LiveNOW’s Andrew Craft is getting the latest from Retired Marine Intelligence Officer (Lt Col) Hal Kempfer.
Marjorie Taylor Greene calls Gaza crisis a 'genocide' amid Democrats’ call for relief
Republicans are backing Trump's handling of the situation and supporting Israel, but outspoken GOP Rep. Marjorie Taylor Greene called the crisis a “genocide” this week amid Democrats’ call for help.
President Trump vows more aid to Gaza
President Trump vowed to 'do more aid' for Gaza during his meeting with the Ursula von der Leyen, President of the European Commission. "We gave $60 million two weeks ago — and nobody even acknowledged it ... When I do that, a lot of people aren't happy about that because they say, 'Well why are we doing it and nobody else?' But I think we had a humanitarian reason for doing it," said Trump. Benjamin Anthony at the MirYam Institute joined LiveNOW's Josh Breslow to discuss the latest developments out of the Middle East.
US to withdraw from UNESCO again, citing anti-Israel bias
The U.S. will leave UNESCO by 2026, citing anti-Israel bias and misalignment with national interests.