Will Democrats move beyond rhetoric on Israel’s illegal settlements?
A new E1 sanctions bill could test whether US objections are finally backed by consequences.

A new E1 sanctions bill could test whether US objections are finally backed by consequences.

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Israeli settlers are encroaching ever closer to Ramallah, the de facto capital of the occupied West Bank.
Netanyahu faces continued pressure over alleged warnings before the 2023 Hamas attack as October 27 elections draw near.
Opposition leader dismisses Netanyahu’s warning of possible attacks during next month’s general election.
The resolution cites a ‘lack of accountability’ by Israel’s government and an ‘inability to secure justice’ by the US.
Qatar’s top diplomat says Israel has undermined Doha’s efforts to broker a ceasefire in Gaza from ‘day one’.

Settler pogroms intensify as a total lockdown of the occupied West Bank enters its third day.

Dozens of mourners in Gaza grieve the loss of their loved ones as they bury the fragmented remains of relatives killed.

From mass walkouts and heated exchanges to protests, this year’s UNGA produced no shortage of memorable moments.
With Israelis voting on October 27, ministers are staging illegal settlement launches as campaign events.
The 81st United Nations General Assembly ends with AI, Palestine and wars dominating speeches.