Harvard Is Making Changes Trump Officials Want, Even Without a Deal

Harvard has sued, fighting the Trump administration’s demands. But the university has also enacted a host of items on the White House wish list.

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After Gaza Famine Report, U.S. Is Mostly Silent and Israel Defiant

Despite outrage from its allies, the White House has not commented on a report that found famine in Gaza. Analysts say that without U.S. pressure, Israel’s war will not likely change course.

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Global Monitors Confirm Famine in Part of Gaza. What Does That Mean?

A panel of food security experts have determined that part of Gaza is suffering from famine, and that it could spread to the rest of the enclave within weeks.

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Gaza City and Surrounding Areas Officially Hit by Famine, Global Group Says

At least half a million people in the enclave were facing the most severe conditions measured by U.N.-backed international experts: starvation, acute malnutrition and death.

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Israel’s Operation to Take Control of Gaza City Looms. Where Does It Stand?

The Israeli government is expanding its operation in Gaza, despite its generals’ advice and as it deliberates on a new cease-fire proposal.

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Israel Approves West Bank Settlements, a Blow to Palestinian Statehood Hopes

The long-stalled project near Jerusalem, known as E1, further fragments lands envisioned as a Palestinian state, advancing a goal of Israeli hard-liners.

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Gazans Fear Looming Israeli Operation

Israel’s plan to invade Gaza City, the most populous city in the northern Gaza Strip, has forced many families to consider uprooting themselves.

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Preparations for a Move on Gaza City Have Started, Israel’s Military Says

Troops have reached the city’s outskirts, an Israeli official said, adding that more reservists are being asked to report for duty to cover for other soldiers who will be involved in going into Gaza City.

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Israel Says It Killed a Hamas Militant Involved in Yarden Bibas Kidnapping

Mr. Bibas, his wife and their two small children were abducted and taken to Gaza. Only he survived.

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Netanyahu Faces Pressure From Far Right Over New Israel-Hamas Cease-Fire Proposal

Some members of Israel’s coalition have ruled out a proposed hostage deal with Hamas, but the prime minister has yet to state his position.

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