Biden says US will 'respond' after three American troops are killed in drone attack in Jordan

US Pauses Weapon Shipments to Israel Over Rafah Invasion Concerns

US Pauses Weapon , Shipments to Israel , Over Rafah Invasion Concerns. Al Jazeera reports that Defense Secretary Lloyd Austin has confirmed that the United States will pause weapon shipments to Israel amid growing international pressure. Al Jazeera reports that Defense Secretary Lloyd Austin has confirmed that the United States will pause weapon shipments to Israel amid growing international pressure. While speaking before a U.S. congressional subcommittee, Austin said that that Biden administration had already paused “one shipment of high payload munitions.”. While speaking before a U.S. congressional subcommittee, Austin said that that Biden administration had already paused “one shipment of high payload munitions.”. The decision reportedly comes amid concerns about Israel's push to invade the southern Gaza city of Rafah. We’ve been very clear … from the very beginning that Israel shouldn’t launch a major attack into Rafah without accounting for and protecting the civilians that are in that battlespace, Lloyd Austin, United States Defense Secretary, via Al Jazeera. We’ve not made a final determination on how to proceed with that shipment [of weapons], Lloyd Austin, United States Defense Secretary, via Al Jazeera. Al Jazeera reports that the paused shipment included 1,800 bombs weighing approximately 2,000 lbs each, and another 1,700 bombs weighing about 500 lbs each. Al Jazeera reports that the paused shipment included 1,800 bombs weighing approximately 2,000 lbs each, and another 1,700 bombs weighing about 500 lbs each. Senator Bernie Sanders welcomed the administration's decision to pause the shipment, but stressed that it “must be a first step”. The US must now use ALL its leverage to demand an immediate ceasefire, the end of the attacks on Rafah, and the immediate delivery of massive amounts of humanitarian aid to people living in desperation, Bernie Sanders, Vermont Senator, via Al Jazeera. The US must now use ALL its leverage to demand an immediate ceasefire, the end of the attacks on Rafah, and the immediate delivery of massive amounts of humanitarian aid to people living in desperation, Bernie Sanders, Vermont Senator, via Al Jazeera. Our leverage is clear. Over the years, the United States has provided tens of billions of dollars in military aid to Israel, Bernie Sanders, Vermont Senator, via Al Jazeera. The decision comes amid criticism of the Biden administration's unwavering support for Israel amid the war on Gaza, which already killed over 34,000 Palestinians. . The decision comes amid criticism of the Biden administration's unwavering support for Israel amid the war on Gaza, which already killed over 34,000 Palestinians.

Israel says Biden threat on stopping arms 'disappointing'

Joe Biden Warns Benjamin Netanyahu: 'U.S. Will Halt Wepon Supply if Rafah Invasion Continues'

President Joe Biden delivers a stern message to Israel, warning of a halt in weapons supply if a major invasion of Rafah, Gaza, occurs. Get the latest on the escalating tensions between the US and its Middle East ally. #JoeBiden #BidenWarnsIsrael #Rafah #RafahEvacuation #RafahInvasion #RafahAttacks #USNews #USWeapons #BenjaminNetanyahu #MiddleEast #Oneindia ~PR.274~ED.155~GR.125~HT.96~

US to stop some arms sales to Israel if Rafah offensive goes ahead, says Biden

Israel launched a ‘limited’ military operation into Rafah on Tuesday, seizing the crucial border crossing with Egypt.

US Confirms of Mistakenly Attacking Farmer Rather Than Al-Qaeda Leader in Syria: Report| Oneindia

In an internal investigation, the Pentagon on Thursday admitted that American forces had misidentified an intended al Qaeda target during a drone strike in Syria in 2023, killing a civilian in the process. Citing classified material, the U.S. Central Command stated in a statement that it was unable to disclose many investigational details to the public. Although the strike complied with U.S. policy and the law of armed conflict, the investigation "uncovered several areas that could be strengthened." #Pentagon #AlQaeda #Syriaattack #USAttack #USattacksSyria #SyrianStrikes #CENTCOM #USnews #Worldnews #Oneindia #Oneindianews ~PR.320~GR.155~GR.124~HT.318~

Israeli Attack Near Damascus Injures 8 Syrian Soldiers, After Iranian Consulate Incident | Oneindia

Israeli airstrikes near Damascus injured eight Syrian soldiers, following a pattern of strikes aimed at thwarting Iran's influence in Syria. The attacks escalated after Israel's conflict with Hamas in Gaza. Earlier strikes targeted Iranian positions, triggering tensions. Israel's recent attack on an Iranian consulate in Damascus resulted in casualties, fueling Iran's vow of retaliation and raising concerns of further violence in the region. #IsraeliAirstrike #Damascus #SyriaAttack #SyrianAttack #Iran #Hezbollah #Tehran #Worldnews #Oneindia #Oneindianews ~PR.320~ED.102~HT.98~GR.122~

'Life has become hell': Lebanon's Syrian refugees face growing hostility

France pushes efforts in Lebanon to prevent war between Hezbollah and Israel | Oneindia News

France's foreign minister announced plans to engage in discussions with Lebanese officials on Sunday to address tensions between Hezbollah and Israel and prevent potential conflict. Earlier this year, Foreign Minister Stephane Sejourne proposed a plan that involves Hezbollah pulling back 10 km from the Israeli border while Israel halts strikes in southern Lebanon. This proposal, discussed with partners including the U.S., aims to maintain momentum amid Israeli threats of military action in southern Lebanon. Tensions have escalated, particularly following Iran's missile strikes on Israel in response to events in Syria, leading to increased exchanges between Israel and Hezbollah. #France #Lebanon #Hezbollah #Israel #WarPrevention #MiddleEast #Diplomacy #ConflictResolution #PeaceEfforts #InternationalRelations ~HT.99~PR.152~ED.101~

Rockets Strike US-Led Coalition Base Amid Israel-Iran Standoff, Details Here | Oneindia News

Multiple rockets launched from Iraq's Zummar targeted a U.S. military base in northeastern Syria, marking the first such attack since February. This assault coincided with Iraqi Prime Minister al-Sudani's return from the U.S., prompting concerns over escalating tensions. Kataib Hezbollah announced the resumption of attacks on U.S. forces in Iraq due to perceived stalled negotiations. #usmilitaryattacked #usmilitaryattackedsyria #usarmyattacked #usarmyattackediniraq #IsraelIran #Iran #Khamenei #Hezbollah #Worldnews #Oneindia #Oneindia news ~ED.102~GR.122~