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Published on Jan 19, 2025

Gaza ceasefire ‘temporary,’ Israel given full right to resume war if needed, claims Netanyahu

Israeli Prime Minister Benjamin Netanyahu said Saturday that a ceasefire agreement on the Gaza Strip with Hamas, set to take effect Sunday, would be “temporary.” In a statement, Netanyahu said US President Joe Biden and President-elect Donald Trump gave …

Source: The Nation - Label Pending
Published on Jan 19, 2025

Iran urges intl. community to fight Israel's impunity

"On the 'Day of #Gaza, Symbol of #Resistance', we commemorate the innocent Palestinian children, women, and men who have fallen victim, during the past 16 months, to 'colonial erasure' project by the occupying regime; We pay homage to …

Source: Mehr News Agency - Gov't Propaganda
Published on Jan 19, 2025

Global Implications of the Israel-Palestine Conflict: Weapons, Politics, and the Military Embargo

The ongoing conflict between Israel and Palestine, marked by decades of violence, geopolitical tension, and international controversy, has been further complicated by the intersection of military supply chains, political maneuvering, and global grassroots …

Source: Great Reporter - Uncategorized
Published on Jan 18, 2025

U.S. Accuses Sudanese Army of Chemical Weapon Use in Civil War

In 2023, the conflict in Sudan took a shocking turn with allegations of chemical weapons use by the Sudanese Armed Forces (SAF). The United States accused the SAF of deploying these banned weapons in a brutal campaign against civilians, potentially …

Source: The Times of Israel - Neutral
Published on Jan 19, 2025

Ceasefire brings hope in devastated Gaza after 15 months of war

By James Mackenzie, Nidal al-Mughrabi, Maayan Lubell and Emily Rose JERUSALEM/CAIRO (Reuters) -Palestinians headed for the rubble of their former homes in the Gaza Strip on Sunday and Israelis prepared to receive the first hostages still held by Hamas …

Source: The Gazette - Colorado - Neutral
Published on Jan 19, 2025

More than 70 pro-Palestine protesters arrested in London yesterday after police line broken

MORE THAN 70 pro-Palestinian protesters were arrested yesterday in London’s Trafalgar Square on suspicion of breaching protest conditions after demonstrators broke through a police line as they marched from a rally in Whitehall. Saturday’s Palestine …

Source: The Journal - Center-left
Published on Jan 19, 2025

Iran Update, January 18, 2025

Information Cutoff: 2:00 pm ET The Critical Threats Project (CTP) at the American Enterprise Institute and the Institute for the Study of War (ISW) publish the Iran Update, which provides insights into Iranian and Iranian-sponsored activities that …

Source: Critical Threats - Washington D.C. - Center-right
Published on Jan 19, 2025

Fighting halts in Gaza as ceasefire takes effect after brief delay

By Maayan Lubell, Emily Rose, Nidal al-Mughrabi and James Mackenzie JERUSALEM/CAIRO (Reuters) -Fighting in the Gaza Strip halted on Sunday as a ceasefire deal between Israel and Palestinian militant group Hamas took effect after a brief delay, pausing …

Source: The Gazette - Colorado - Neutral
Published on Jan 19, 2025

Gaza ceasefire and hostage deal comes into effect after nearly 3 hour delay

A ceasefire deal between Israel and Hamas has come into effect at 9:15 GMT (2:15 pm PKT) after a nearly three-hour delay. The ceasefire was initially set to begin earlier but was postponed after Hamas provided the names of three Israeli captives to be …

Source: Samaa - Uncategorized
Published on Jan 19, 2025

Erdogan criticizes Israel’s ceasefire violations, reaffirms support for Gaza

(MENAFN) On Saturday, Turkish Leader Recep Tayyip Erdogan condemned Israel’s history of violating ceasefire agreements, urging the international community to prevent further breaches following the Gaza ceasefire deal between Israel and Hamas. “Israel, …

Source: MENAFN - Uncategorized
Published on Jan 19, 2025

Elise Stefanik is the right choice as the next US ambassador to the UN

By nominating Rep. Elise Stefanik as US ambassador to the United Nations, President-elect Donald Trump has sent a clear message that we will stand by our cherished ally Israel and fight back against the vile antisemitism running rampant in Turtle Bay. For …

Source: The Jerusalem Post - Center-right
Published on Jan 19, 2025

Gaza ceasefire deal takes effect; fighting halts after delay

A ceasefire deal between Israel and Hamas in the Gaza Strip took effect on Sunday after a nearly three-hour delay, pausing a 15-month-old war that has brought devastation and seismic political change to the Middle East. Residents and a medical worker in …

Source: Honolulu Star-Advertiser - Hawaii - Neutral
Published on Jan 19, 2025

Israel stops Gaza ceasefire an hour before start time as Netanyahu demands 'list of hostages first'

Israeli Prime Minister Benjamin Netanyahu warned that a ceasefire between Israel and Hamas won't begin until Hamas sends over a list of hostages to be released ( Image: AP) Israeli Prime Minister Benjamin Netanyahu warned that a critical ceasefire in …

Source: The Mirror US - Left-wing
Published on Jan 19, 2025

Gaza ceasefire comes into force after 15 months of war

A ceasefire deal between Israel and Hamas in the Gaza Strip has taken effect after a nearly three-hour delay, pausing a devastating 15-month war in the Palestinian enclave. The ceasefire came into effect at 11:15am local time (09:15 GMT) on Sunday after …

Source: Al Jazeera - Pro-Government
Published on Jan 19, 2025

Timeline: The path to the Israel-Hamas ceasefire deal in Gaza

A ceasefire deal between Israel and the Palestinian group Hamas has gone into effect in Gaza, allowing more than 2 million Palestinians in the enclave some respite after 15 months of devastating war. The first six-week phase of the ceasefire agreement will …

Source: Al Jazeera - Pro-Government
Published on Jan 18, 2025

Israeli Massacres Continue in Gaza… Ceasefire Agreement will Begin on Sunday Morning

? The occupation commits three massacres in Gaza.. 23 martyrs and 83 injured in 24 hours. ? The number of martyrs since the onset of aggression on Gaza has reached. ? Qatar's foreign ministry: The ceasefire will commence on Sunday at 8:30 AM local time …

Source: Al-Mujtama'a - Uncategorized
Published on Jan 18, 2025

Hamas says Israel failed to achieve war goals in Gaza

The Palestinian group Hamas announced on Saturday that Israel has failed to achieve its objectives in its genocidal war on the Gaza Strip, Anadolu Agency reports. In a statement following the Israeli government’s approval of the Gaza ceasefire and prisoner …

Source: Middle East Monitor - Uncategorized
Published on Jan 18, 2025

Palestinian government ready to take on its responsibilities in Gaza: President Abbas

The Palestinian government is ready to take on its responsibilities in the Gaza Strip following the implementation of a ceasefire agreement, President Mahmoud Abbas said on Saturday, Anadolu Agency reports. During a phone call with his French counterpart, …

Source: Middle East Monitor - Uncategorized
Published on Jan 18, 2025

Qatar, UK discuss ensuring full implementation of Gaza ceasefire deal

Qatar and the UK held discussions on Saturday regarding the full implementation of the ceasefire agreement in Gaza, including the prisoner exchange which is set to take effect Sunday morning, Anadolu reports. The talks were held during a phone call between …

Source: Middle East Monitor - Uncategorized

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Published on January 20, 2025 - 16:46 GMT

Weaving memory: Art as a spiritual bridge between families and their missing loved ones

Arlet Miranda, president of the Guatemalan Association of Relatives of Missing Migrants (AFAMIDEG), shared the story of the tireless search for her brother Jaime Jernot Miranda Orozco, led by her mother, Miriam Orozco. Jaime, a bright young man who loved …

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Published on January 20, 2025 - 08:21 GMT

Israel and the Occupied Territories: ICRC helps facilitate release of 3 hostages and 90 detainees, bringing hope and ...

“We are relieved that those released can be reunited with their loved ones,” said ICRC President Mirjana Spoljaric. “Ensuring their safe return and providing the necessary care at this critical moment is a great responsibility. This operation is a powerful …

Distribution channels: Human Rights

Published on January 20, 2025 - 01:00 GMT

Oxfam reaction to Bloomberg investigation into patients detained and denied care at hospitals funded by the World Bank

In response to the publication today of Bloomberg’s investigation into human rights abuses alleged to have been committed in private hospitals funded by the World Bank Group’s International Finance Corporation (IFC) and development finance institutions ( …

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Published on January 20, 2025 - 05:53 GMT

Billionaire wealth surges by $2 trillion in 2024, three times faster than the year before, while the number of people ...

Oxfam predicts there will be at least five trillionaires a decade from now. 204 new billionaires were minted in 2024, nearly four every week. Sixty percent of billionaire wealth is now derived from inheritance, monopoly power or crony connections, as …

Distribution channels: Human Rights

Published on January 16, 2025 - 21:08 GMT

EU EXTERNAL PARTNERS: Criticism over EU transfer of € 1 billion to Egypt for ‘credible steps’ on democracy and human ...

Critics have argued that EU aid to Egypt strengthens President Abdel Fattah El-Sisi’s authoritarian rule and enables the repression of refugees and dissidents. Libyan authorities have deported more than 600 people to Niger. NGOs and advocates in have …

Distribution channels: Politics
Published on January 7, 2025 - 16:00 GMT

Newfront Earns Equality 100 Award in Human Rights Campaign Foundation’s 2025 Corporate Equality Index

San Francisco, Jan. 07, 2025 (GLOBE NEWSWIRE) -- Newfront, the tech-driven insurance brokerage firm based in San Francisco, has received a score of 100 on the Human Rights Campaign Foundation’s (HRCF) 2025 Corporate Equality Index, the nation’s foremost …

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Published on January 7, 2025 - 15:00 GMT

Blue Cross and Blue Shield of Minnesota Again Earns Top Score in Human Rights Campaign Foundation’s 2025 Corporate ...

EAGAN, Minn., Jan. 07, 2025 (GLOBE NEWSWIRE) -- For the fifth consecutive year, Blue Cross and Blue Shield of Minnesota (Blue Cross) has received a top score of 100 on the Human Rights Campaign Foundation’s (HRCF) Corporate Equality Index (CEI). The CEI is …

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Published on January 7, 2025 - 14:00 GMT

Rapid7 Earns Equality 100 Award in Human Rights Campaign Foundation’s 2025 Corporate Equality Index

BOSTON, Jan. 07, 2025 (GLOBE NEWSWIRE) -- Rapid7, Inc., (NASDAQ: RPD), a leader in extended risk and threat detection, has received a score of 100 on the Human Rights Campaign Foundation’s (HRCF) 2025 Corporate Equality Index, the nation’s foremost …

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Published on January 20, 2025 - 18:03 GMT

TravelingWiki Foundation Spends Third Year in a Row at YMCA of Des Moines MLK Prayer Breakfast to Support Iowa Resources

Engagement as part of TravelingWiki Foundation's Third Consecutive YMCA of Des Moines MLK Prayer Breakfast Incl. Community, Religious, Education & Other Leaders DES MOINES, IA, UNITED STATES, January 20, 2025 /⁨EINPresswire.com⁩/ -- …

Distribution channels: Aviation & Aerospace Industry, Banking, Finance & Investment Industry ...
Published on January 20, 2025 - 17:33 GMT

Times of My Life Virtual Biographer Launches ‘Witness to History’ Story to Honor Martin Luther King, Jr.

Preserving the personal experiences of those who fought for equality, justice, and freedom during one of the most transformative periods in American history. LAKEWOOD RANCH, FL, UNITED STATES, January 20, 2025 /⁨EINPresswire.com⁩/ -- In honor of …

Distribution channels: Culture, Society & Lifestyle, Human Rights ...
Published on January 20, 2025 - 17:00 GMT

$PROGA Crypto Token Launching to Fund Progressive Voices and Defend Democratic Principles

$PROGA token launches January 20, 2025, to fund progressive media, influencers, and groups committed to equality and democratic values. WASHINGTON, DC, DC, UNITED STATES, January 20, 2025 /⁨EINPresswire.com⁩/ -- A collective of everyday Americans …

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Published on January 20, 2025 - 15:00 GMT

Navigate Social Security With Legal Guidance and Resources

RENO, NV, UNITED STATES, January 20, 2025 /⁨EINPresswire.com⁩/ -- Social Security benefits are a vital source of financial security for millions of Americans. However, figuring out the application and appeals process can be complex and daunting. …

Distribution channels: Banking, Finance & Investment Industry, Consumer Goods ...
Published on January 20, 2025 - 11:00 GMT

NYU Social Work Professor Pia Hargrove Receives President’s Volunteer Service Award

The non-profit founder of Creating Legacies is recognized by the Biden Administration for devoting thousands of hours to benefit the lives of others. NEW YORK CITY, NY, UNITED STATES, January 20, 2025 /⁨EINPresswire.com⁩/ -- Licensed Master Social …

Distribution channels: Culture, Society & Lifestyle, Education ...
Published on January 20, 2025 - 10:00 GMT

Monarch House Ltd, A Canadian Behavioural Health Network Announces The Opening Of Its 16th Clinic In Whitby, Ontario

Our team of behavior analysts, speech-language pathologists, occupational therapists, and mental health professionals provide home and centre based services. WHITBY, ONTARIO, CANADA, January 20, 2025 /⁨EINPresswire.com⁩/ -- This new clinic …

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Published on January 20, 2025 - 16:46 GMT

Weaving memory: Art as a spiritual bridge between families and their missing loved ones

Arlet Miranda, president of the Guatemalan Association of Relatives of Missing Migrants (AFAMIDEG), shared the story of the tireless search for her brother Jaime Jernot Miranda Orozco, led by her mother, Miriam Orozco. Jaime, a bright young man who loved …

Distribution channels: Human Rights
Published on January 19, 2025 - 23:17 GMT

Americans United Against Destructive Driving (AUADD) Celebrates 22 Years of Impactful Human Services Programs

AUADD, a 22 year old highway safety charity, is proud of their decades long dedication to human services, regardless of a person's circumstances. BURR RIDGE, IL, UNITED STATES, January 19, 2025 /⁨EINPresswire.com⁩/ -- Americans United Against …

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Published on January 19, 2025 - 23:06 GMT

Advocating for Native American Rights, A 50+ Year Journey Still Underway with John Echohawk

John Echohawk and the Native American Rights Fund successfully assert and defend the most important rights of Indians and tribes in hundreds of major cases. MONTEREY/SANTA BARBARA, CA, UNITED STATES, January 19, 2025 /⁨EINPresswire.com⁩/ -- …

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Published on January 20, 2025 - 08:21 GMT

Israel and the Occupied Territories: ICRC helps facilitate release of 3 hostages and 90 detainees, bringing hope and ...

“We are relieved that those released can be reunited with their loved ones,” said ICRC President Mirjana Spoljaric. “Ensuring their safe return and providing the necessary care at this critical moment is a great responsibility. This operation is a powerful …

Distribution channels: Human Rights
Published on January 20, 2025 - 05:53 GMT

Billionaire wealth surges by $2 trillion in 2024, three times faster than the year before, while the number of people ...

Oxfam predicts there will be at least five trillionaires a decade from now. 204 new billionaires were minted in 2024, nearly four every week. Sixty percent of billionaire wealth is now derived from inheritance, monopoly power or crony connections, as …

Distribution channels: Human Rights
Published on January 20, 2025 - 01:00 GMT

Oxfam reaction to Bloomberg investigation into patients detained and denied care at hospitals funded by the World Bank

In response to the publication today of Bloomberg’s investigation into human rights abuses alleged to have been committed in private hospitals funded by the World Bank Group’s International Finance Corporation (IFC) and development finance institutions ( …

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Published on January 20, 2025 - 01:00 GMT

Billionaire wealth in the EU surges by nearly €400 million per day in 2024, with a new billionaire nearly every week

74% of billionaire wealth in the EU is derived from inheritance, monopoly power or crony connections. Richest 1% in 12 EU countries extracted €84.4 billion from the Global South in 2023. Oxfam predicts there will be at least 5 trillionaires worldwide a …

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Published on January 18, 2025 - 15:35 GMT

AMMWEC President Anila Ali Receives the Prestigious White Rose Society Award

WASHINGTON, DC, UNITED STATES, January 18, 2025 /⁨EINPresswire.com⁩/ -- The American Muslim and Multifaith Women’s Empowerment Council (AMMWEC) is proud to announce that our co-founder and president, Anila Ali, has been honored with the …

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Published on January 17, 2025 - 21:42 GMT

Feeding Pets of the Homeless Provides Relief to Pet Owners Displaced by Los Angeles Fires

1,420 Pounds of Pet Food Shipped to Support Pets in Need CARSON CITY, NV, UNITED STATES, January 17, 2025 /⁨EINPresswire.com⁩/ -- In response to the devastating fires in the Los Angeles area, Feeding Pets of the Homeless, a national nonprofit …

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Published on January 17, 2025 - 21:07 GMT

Rapid Surplus Refund: How National Equity Agency is Redefining Fund Recovery

Every year, millions of dollars in surplus funds from foreclosures go unclaimed, often because homeowners and heirs are unaware of their right to reclaim them. WEST PALM BEACH, FL, UNITED STATES, January 17, 2025 /⁨EINPresswire.com⁩/ -- In the …

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Published on January 17, 2025 - 20:35 GMT

Estate Heir Recovers Surplus Funds Swiftly with National Equity Agency’s Expert Assistance

National Equity Agency has successfully assisted an estate heir in reclaiming unclaimed surplus funds left behind after a foreclosure. WEST PALM BEACH, FL, UNITED STATES, January 17, 2025 /⁨EINPresswire.com⁩/ -- In a remarkable case of foreclosure …

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Published on January 17, 2025 - 20:23 GMT

Historical Commission Recognizes Charles Paul Collins' Novel - The Remembering - "It is remarkable!"

"Thank you for writing this novel. I love the way you write "Milford - town" and I love Milford dearly." Anne Lamontagne MILFORD, MA, UNITED STATES, January 17, 2025 /⁨EINPresswire.com⁩/ -- Established in 1971, The Milford …

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Published on January 17, 2025 - 20:01 GMT

Granddaughter and Bubbie (Grandmother) Publish Second Book for Young Readers About Upstanders During the Holocaust

The second book in the "Upstander Stories: Brave People Who Saved Jews During the Holocaust" series—"Golda, Stachek & the Helpers"— has been released. LIVINGSTON, NEW JERSEY, UNITED STATES, January 17, 2025 /⁨EINPresswire.com⁩…

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Published on January 17, 2025 - 18:36 GMT

The International Salute to the Life and Legacy of Dr. Martin Luther King, Jr.

The International Salute to the Life and Legacy of Dr. Martin Luther King, Jr. WASHINGTON, DC, UNITED STATES, January 17, 2025 /⁨EINPresswire.com⁩/ -- The International Salute to the Life and Legacy of Dr. Martin Luther King Jr., will celebrate …

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