Pres. Trump and world leaders on Middle East conflict
President Donald Trump is taking part in a multilateral meeting between Middle Eastern and geographically relevant nations including Qatar, Saudi Arabia, Turkey, Pakistan, Egypt, the United Arab Emirates and Jordan. The major issue up for discussion is the ending of Israel's military operations in Gaza and finding peace in the region.
President Donald Trump is taking part in a multilateral meeting between Middle Eastern and geographically relevant nations including Qatar, Saudi Arabia, Turkey, Pakistan, Egypt, the United Arab Emirates and Jordan. The major issue up for discussion is the ending of Israel's military operations in Gaza and finding peace in the region.
Major Western nations recognize Palestinian state
We learned at the start of this week that a number of major Western nations are officially recognizing Palestinian statehood. This comes as the U.N. General Assembly is underway in New York. We now know that France, the United Kingdom, Canada, Australia, and Portugal are among those making the move. Joining LiveNOW?s Austin Westfall is the host of the Strat Podcast and Retired Marine Intelligence Officer, Hal Kempfer.
We learned at the start of this week that a number of major Western nations are officially recognizing Palestinian statehood. This comes as the U.N. General Assembly is underway in New York. We now know that France, the United Kingdom, Canada, Australia, and Portugal are among those making the move. Joining LiveNOW?s Austin Westfall is the host of the Strat Podcast and Retired Marine Intelligence Officer, Hal Kempfer.
Canada, UK, Australia formally recognize Palestinian statehood
The announcements of recognizing Palestinian statehood have angered Israel and the United States, who argue it emboldens extremists.
The announcements of recognizing Palestinian statehood have angered Israel and the United States, who argue it emboldens extremists.
Nearly half of Americans say Israel has 'gone too far' in the Gaza conflict, poll finds
Nearly half of Americans now think Israel’s response in Gaza has gone too far, according to a new poll, highlighting shifting views as the war and humanitarian crisis continue.
Nearly half of Americans now think Israel’s response in Gaza has gone too far, according to a new poll, highlighting shifting views as the war and humanitarian crisis continue.
Israeli troops press forward into Gaza City
The Israel Defense Forces (IDF) have launched an expanded offensive in Gaza City, as part of a continuation of Operation ?Gideon?s Chariots." This comes as Israeli troops and tanks pushed deeper into Gaza City on Wednesday. The IDF says Air Force and artillery units have struck the city more than 150 times in the last few days. LiveNOW?s Austin Westfall is getting the latest update on conflict in the Middle East from Dr. Alon Burstein with Tufts University, who is an expert on Israeli politics.
The Israel Defense Forces (IDF) have launched an expanded offensive in Gaza City, as part of a continuation of Operation ?Gideon?s Chariots." This comes as Israeli troops and tanks pushed deeper into Gaza City on Wednesday. The IDF says Air Force and artillery units have struck the city more than 150 times in the last few days. LiveNOW?s Austin Westfall is getting the latest update on conflict in the Middle East from Dr. Alon Burstein with Tufts University, who is an expert on Israeli politics.
Judge orders Mahmoud Khalil deported to Syria or Algeria
A judge ordered Columbia grad Mahmoud Khalil deported, even as courts weigh claims his arrest and detention were Trump-era retaliation for protests.
A judge ordered Columbia grad Mahmoud Khalil deported, even as courts weigh claims his arrest and detention were Trump-era retaliation for protests.
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.
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.
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.
Israel strikes Qatar, targeting Hamas leadership
Israel says it struck senior Hamas leaders in Doha, Qatar. LiveNOW's Josh Breslow discusses the latest in the Middle East with the FDD's Natalie Ecanow.
Israel says it struck senior Hamas leaders in Doha, Qatar. LiveNOW's Josh Breslow discusses the latest in the Middle East with the FDD's Natalie Ecanow.
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.
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 calls up reservists amid latest offensive
Israel began mobilizing thousands of reservists on Tuesday as part of its plan to expand its offensive in Gaza City. LiveNOW's Carel Lajara breaks down the latest developments in the Middle East with Jonathan Schanzer, Executive Director at The Foundation for Defense of Democracies.
Israel began mobilizing thousands of reservists on Tuesday as part of its plan to expand its offensive in Gaza City. LiveNOW's Carel Lajara breaks down the latest developments in the Middle East with Jonathan Schanzer, Executive Director at The Foundation for Defense of Democracies.
IDF recovers body of slain hostage Ilan Weiss
The Israeli Defense Forces confirmed Friday that they've recovered the body of hostage Ilan Weiss.
The Israeli Defense Forces confirmed Friday that they've recovered the body of hostage Ilan Weiss.
Pres. Trump hosts meeting on Gaza post-war plans
President Donald Trump held a meeting at the White House Wednesday to discuss post-war plans for the Gaza Strip. LiveNOW's Josh Breslow discusses the latest in the Middle East with Seth Frantzman, author and adjunct fellow at the Foundation for Defense of Democracies.
President Donald Trump held a meeting at the White House Wednesday to discuss post-war plans for the Gaza Strip. LiveNOW's Josh Breslow discusses the latest in the Middle East with Seth Frantzman, author and adjunct fellow at the Foundation for Defense of Democracies.
Israeli strike at Gaza hospital kills at least 20
Reports indicate that an Israeli strike hit a hospital in the Gaza Strip on Monday. The facility was reportedly hit as journalists and rescue workers arrived, resulting in at least 20 fatalities and numerous injuries. Local health workers provided this information. LiveNOW?s Andrew Craft is learning more about Israeli Prime Minister Benjamin Netanyahu?s reaction with Rabbi Rick Jacobs, who is President of the Union for Reform Judaism.
Reports indicate that an Israeli strike hit a hospital in the Gaza Strip on Monday. The facility was reportedly hit as journalists and rescue workers arrived, resulting in at least 20 fatalities and numerous injuries. Local health workers provided this information. LiveNOW?s Andrew Craft is learning more about Israeli Prime Minister Benjamin Netanyahu?s reaction with Rabbi Rick Jacobs, who is President of the Union for Reform Judaism.
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.
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.
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.
The Hollywood actress showed solidarity with families demanding Israel to prioritize hostage negotiations amid an expanded military campaign in Gaza.
Is Netanyahu avoiding discussing a 'day after plan?'
POLITICO Magazine published a report Saturday titled ?The 'Day After' Plan for Gaza that Netanyahu Doesn?t Want to Talk About." Despite what Netanyahu says, POLITICO reports the West Bank business elite is ready and willing to govern and rebuild. They also say, logically, any peace plan depends on the Palestinian authority. Hal Kempfer, national security analyst, joins LiveNOW's Austin Westfall to dive into the report and what a "day after" plan could look like.
POLITICO Magazine published a report Saturday titled ?The 'Day After' Plan for Gaza that Netanyahu Doesn?t Want to Talk About." Despite what Netanyahu says, POLITICO reports the West Bank business elite is ready and willing to govern and rebuild. They also say, logically, any peace plan depends on the Palestinian authority. Hal Kempfer, national security analyst, joins LiveNOW's Austin Westfall to dive into the report and what a "day after" plan could look like.
Netanyahu defends plan to take control of Gaza Strip
Israeli Prime Minister Benjamin Netanyahu has confirmed his plans for Israel to take full control of the Gaza Strip. He told Fox News? Bill Hemmer, "We want to liberate ourselves and liberate the people of Gaza from the awful terror of Hamas." Netanyahu went on to say "In order to assure our security, remove Hamas there, enable the population to be free of Gaza and to pass it to civilian governance." LiveNOW?s Andrew Craft is speaking with Joe Truzman, a senior research analyst and editor at FDD's Long War Journal.
Israeli Prime Minister Benjamin Netanyahu has confirmed his plans for Israel to take full control of the Gaza Strip. He told Fox News? Bill Hemmer, "We want to liberate ourselves and liberate the people of Gaza from the awful terror of Hamas." Netanyahu went on to say "In order to assure our security, remove Hamas there, enable the population to be free of Gaza and to pass it to civilian governance." LiveNOW?s Andrew Craft is speaking with Joe Truzman, a senior research analyst and editor at FDD's Long War Journal.
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.
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.