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Columbia says it ‘will not divest from Israel,’ moves to close encampment following failed negotiations

Columbia University has rejected a demand to divest from Israel and has failed to reach an agreement with pro-Palestinian student protesters who are occupying a portion of the school’s New York City campus, according to a letter sent Monday morning to the community by President Minouche Shafik.

US, Britain urge Hamas to accept Israeli truce proposal

U.S. Secretary of State Antony Blinken on Monday urged Hamas to swiftly accept an Israeli proposal for a truce in the Gaza war and the release of Israeli hostages held by the Palestinian militant group.

Israel At War: Updates

So as to better keep up with the moment by moment changes with the hostage talks, and what is happening…

Pro-Hamas Jews are Jews for antisemitism

The presence of Jews among those demonstrating for Hamas and supporting the surge in antisemitism doesn’t vindicate the “pro-Palestine” cause.

Not “Protect & Serve,” Rather, “Line My Pockets & Protect Myself.”

An officer who does not care about rules and regulations, violates overtime rules, and threatens to box others is not an officer we need serving us.

US Presidential candidate arrested at anti-Israel protest

The Green Party’s Jill Stein was detained alongside two staffers during an illegal protest at Washington University in St. Louis.

ICC may issue arrest warrant for Netanyahu, Gallant this week

ICC may issue arrest warrant for Netanyahu, Gallant this week.
Diplomatic efforts to thwart Chief Prosecutor Karim Ahmad Khan’s move have reportedly failed.

Israel Bonds surpasses $3 billion in global sales since Oct. 7

Unprecedented surge in retail, government and institutional sales offers powerful display of international support for Israel.

Smotrich: Gov’t has ‘no right to exist’ if Rafah op canceled

Smotrich: Gov’t has ‘no right to exist’ if Rafah op canceled, New terms conveyed to mediator Egypt include a willingness to discuss the “restoration of sustainable calm” in Gaza.

The Rodriguez File: Excessive Police Overtime Places El Paso Citizens at Greater Risk

The El Paso Police Department allows officers to work overtime and on off-duty assignments, such as security details or traffic control, where they wear their uniforms. These hours are limited, though some officers abuse the system.