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Israel-Hamas war: US carriers and troops send a signal of force if diplomacy fails

WASHINGTON: President Joe Biden has spent the last week in frenzied diplomacy to prevent the Israel-Hamas war from spiraling into a broader conflict. But if those efforts fail, the US response may depend on the blunt force of its military.

The Times of India

Thrift store chain case was no bargain for Washington attorney general; legal fees top $4.2 million

Washington Attorney General Bob Ferguson’s long-running legal case against the thrift store chain Savers Value Village turned out to be no bargain, as the state has been ordered to pay the company nearly $4.3 million in legal fees

The Independent UK

The EU Has Failed in Serbia and Kosovo

As violence flares, Washington has shown it has influence, while Brussels’s policies have shown weakness.

Foreign Policy

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'Joe Biden in the tinderbox': US president heads to Middle East amid Israel-Hamas war

IN THE PRESS – Wednesday, October 18: Arab and Israeli papers spar over who was responsible for the strike on the Al-Ahli Hospital in Gaza that left hundreds dead. We also take a look at coverage of US President Joe Biden's last-minute trip to the Middle East, aimed both at…

France 24

Politics with Michelle Grattan: Kim Beazley on Albanese's US trip, Biden in the Middle East, and the Voice's defeat

The prime minister heads to Washington next week for a state visit. Talks between Anthony Albanese and President Joe Biden will canvass progress on implementing the AUKUS agreement, Ukraine, China and the situation in the Asia-Pacific region, and of course the Middle East crisis. Biden will have just returned from…

The Conversation

What can Biden’s Israel visit accomplish after Gaza hospital bombing?

The US president will discuss war, humanitarian aid, Iran’s warnings and the potential for the conflict to spread.

Al Jazeera

Who is Jack Lew? Biden’s Israel ambassador nominee prepares for confirmation hearing

In September, President Joe Biden nominated longtime Washington bureaucrat Jack Lew to serve as the US ambassador to Israel

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Lesko calls DC ‘broken,’ decides not to run again next year - Roll Call

Arizona Republican Rep. Debbie Lesko announced she won't run for reelection next year, calling Washington "broken."

Roll Call

AI industry-funded 'fellows' are shaping AI regulation

A revealing report by Politico shows how AI industry interests are already embedded among Washington lawmakers, and influencing the debate over how to regulate the powerful technology.

Fortune

Biden to visit Israel as Gaza faces humanitarian catastrophe

The US president’s trip is a rare and risky choice as Washington tries to avert a broader regional war.

Al Jazeera

Medical expert testifies restraint actions of Tacoma police killed Washington man

An expert in forensic pathology has testified in the ongoing trial of three Tacoma, Washington, police officers charged with the death of Manuel Ellis that Ellis likely would have lived if not for the officers' actions

The Independent UK

US lawmakers introduce resolution urging ‘immediate’ Gaza ceasefire

Congresswoman Rashida Tlaib slams Biden administration for failing to call for de-escalation in Israel’s war in Gaza.

Al Jazeera

Voters in Maine to decide Question 2 to ban foreign government spending in elections

Maine voters will decide on a ballot initiative next month to ban foreign governments, or entities with at least 5% foreign government ownership or control, from spending money to influence ballot measures or candidate elections. If approved, Maine would join California, Colorado, Maryland, Nevada, North Dakota, South Dakota, and Washington…

Ballotpedia

Decades of inaction on immigration in Washington fuels migrant crisis

The current immigration mess shouldn’t be placed on the shoulders of Texans or Chicagoans or New Yorkers, a suburban letter writer says.

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Falcons vs. Commanders: Highlights from Week 6

Falcons vs. Commanders: Top plays from Sunday's game in Atlanta

The Independent UK

Judge issues partial gag order against Trump in federal Jan 6 case

Mr Trump will be barred from attacking prosecutors, court personnel or witnesses in the case pending against him in a Washington DC federal court

Roll Call

Judge issues partial gag order against Trump in Jan. 6-related criminal case - Roll Call

A federal judge said Monday she would restrict former President Donald Trump’s statements in the Jan. 6 federal criminal case.

The Guardian - UK

Biden’s support for Israel is qualified: he means to hold Netanyahu to the law of war

The US president has a frosty history with Israel’s PM, says international relations professor Yossi Mekelberg

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How TSMC and other firms making the most advanced semiconductors are getting a reprieve from Biden's chip war on China

TSMC is the third chipmaker to get a U.S. waiver to supply equipment to factories in China, following Korean firms Samsung and SK hynix.

USA Today Sports Media Group

Social media reacts to Commanders’ win over Falcons

The best social media reactions from Washington's win over Atlanta.

The Guardian - US

Biden interrupted by pro-Palestine activist at human rights dinner

Protester shouted ‘let Gaza live’ and ‘ceasefire now’ during Human Rights Campaign annual dinner in Washington

The Guardian - US

‘He’s Bakersfield’: Kevin McCarthy’s constituents know him better than he knows himself

Residents of this conservative yet rapidly changing inland California city watch the chaos in Washington with patience and resolve

USA Today Sports Media Group

A Washington fan finally won Pat McAfee’s $30K field goal challenge on College GameDay

Greyson from Washington finally made Pat McAfee pay up.

Al Jazeera

‘Mr President, put an end to this’: Palestinian Americans speak out on Gaza

At a news conference in Washington, DC, Arab and Muslim groups condemn the ongoing ‘dehumanisation’ of Palestinians.

USA Today Sports Media Group

2024 NFL Draft: Quarterbacks to watch for week 7 of college football

The Vikings will likely select a quarterback in the 2024 NFL draft and there are some great matchups to watch in week 7

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