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November 14, 2023
Egypt and the War on Gaza: Two Discourses, One Policy - Arab Center Washington DC

Since the beginning of the Israeli war on Gaza on October 7, 2023, Egypt’s response has received more attention than that of other Arab states due to its regional weight and because it is the only Arab country with a common border with the Gaza Strip, directly linking it to unfolding events. With the Israeli

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November 14, 2023
Russia Tries and Fails to Gain a Foothold in Asia-Pacific – PRIO Blogs - Peace Research Institute Oslo

Posted November 14, 2023 by Pavel Baev & filed under Regions and Powers, Security, Ukraine War Few prospects worry Moscow more than a potential reduction of tensions between the United States and China. Such a development, even if half-hearted and temporary, would threaten a curtailment of Beijing’s support for Russia in the international arena —

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November 14, 2023
Senate Session, Part 2 | November 14, 2023 - C-SPAN

November 14, 2023 | Part Of U.S. Senate U.S. Senate Senate Session, Part 2 2023-11-14T14:15:01-05:00https://ximage.c-spanvideo.org/eyJidWNrZXQiOiJwaWN0dXJlcy5jLXNwYW52aWRlby5vcmciLCJrZXkiOiJGaWxlc1wvYTczXC8wMDJcLzE2OTk5ODkzMTlfMDAyLmpwZyIsImVkaXRzIjp7InJlc2l6ZSI6eyJmaXQiOiJjb3ZlciIsImhlaWdodCI6NTA2fX19The Senate voted to table a motion to vote on a bill for Israel-only aid. The Senate voted to table a motion to vote on a bill for Israel-only aid. Report Video Issue Go to Live Event *This text was compiled

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November 14, 2023
Defense Department Briefing | November 14, 2023 - C-SPAN

November 14, 2023 2023-11-14T14:05:45-05:00https://ximage.c-spanvideo.org/eyJidWNrZXQiOiJwaWN0dXJlcy5jLXNwYW52aWRlby5vcmciLCJrZXkiOiJGaWxlc1wvYWQzXC8wMTNcLzE2OTk5ODkwNDNfMDEzLmpwZyIsImVkaXRzIjp7InJlc2l6ZSI6eyJmaXQiOiJjb3ZlciIsImhlaWdodCI6NTA2fX19Defense Department Deputy Spokesperson Sabrina Singh briefs reporters at the Pentagon. Defense Department Deputy Spokesperson Sabrina Singh briefs reporters at the Pentagon. Report Video Issue Go to Live Event *This text was compiled from uncorrected Closed Captioning. Related Video November 7, 2023 Defense Department Briefing Defense Department Deputy Spokesperson Sabrina Singh briefed

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November 14, 2023
State Department Daily Briefing | November 14, 2023 - C-SPAN

November 14, 2023 2023-11-14T13:24:35-05:00https://ximage.c-spanvideo.org/eyJidWNrZXQiOiJwaWN0dXJlcy5jLXNwYW52aWRlby5vcmciLCJrZXkiOiJGaWxlc1wvNDY1XC8wMTJcLzE2OTk5ODYzMTFfMDEyLmpwZyIsImVkaXRzIjp7InJlc2l6ZSI6eyJmaXQiOiJjb3ZlciIsImhlaWdodCI6NTA2fX19State Department Spokesperson Matt Miller briefs reporters and responds to questions on a range of foreign policy issues including Middle East tensions amid the ongoing war between Israel and Hamas and the humanitarian situation in Gaza. State Department Spokesperson Matt Miller briefs reporters and responds to questions on a range of foreign

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November 14, 2023
House Republican Leaders Hold News Conference - C-SPAN

November 14, 2023 House Republican Leadership News Conference 2023-11-14T12:53:03-05:00https://ximage.c-spanvideo.org/eyJidWNrZXQiOiJwaWN0dXJlcy5jLXNwYW52aWRlby5vcmciLCJrZXkiOiJGaWxlc1wvN2E2XC8wMDFcLzE2OTk5NzQ2OTNfMDAxLmpwZyIsImVkaXRzIjp7InJlc2l6ZSI6eyJmaXQiOiJjb3ZlciIsImhlaWdodCI6NTA2fX19House Speaker Mike Johnson (R-LA) held a news conference to outline his strategy for passing a two-step continuing resolution and avoiding a government shutdown. The speaker predicted bipartisan support for his proposal. When asked if he was worried about retaining his post in light of conservative opposition

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November 14, 2023
Why China Has Not Condemned the Hamas Attack on Israel • Stimson Center - Stimson Center

The Middle East and the world at large were shocked by Hamas’s surprise attack on Israel on Oct. 7, which killed 1,200 Israelis, including hundreds of civilians. Many countries condemned the attack, but China was not among them.  Instead, Beijing called on all parties to “remain calm and exercise restraint.”   Israel was the first

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November 14, 2023
Senator Barrasso and Others News Conference with Hostages Families - C-SPAN

November 14, 2023 2023-11-14T12:15:43-05:00https://ximage.c-spanvideo.org/eyJidWNrZXQiOiJwaWN0dXJlcy5jLXNwYW52aWRlby5vcmciLCJrZXkiOiJGaWxlc1wvMjI4XC8wMTRcLzE2OTk5ODI0NDNfMDE0LmpwZyIsImVkaXRzIjp7InJlc2l6ZSI6eyJmaXQiOiJjb3ZlciIsImhlaWdodCI6NTA2fX19Senator John Barrasso and a group of bipartisan lawmakers holds a news conference with families of some of the hostages held captive by Hamas in Gaza. Senator John Barrasso and a group of bipartisan lawmakers holds a news conference with families of some of the hostages held captive by Hamas in Gaza.

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November 14, 2023
Senate Republicans News Conference on Aid for Israel - C-SPAN

November 14, 2023 2023-11-14T12:02:59-05:00https://ximage.c-spanvideo.org/eyJidWNrZXQiOiJwaWN0dXJlcy5jLXNwYW52aWRlby5vcmciLCJrZXkiOiJGaWxlc1wvZGRkXC8wMTJcLzE2OTk5ODE0MjFfMDEyLmpwZyIsImVkaXRzIjp7InJlc2l6ZSI6eyJmaXQiOiJjb3ZlciIsImhlaWdodCI6NTA2fX19Senators Roger Marshall, JD Vance, Mike Lee, and others hold a news conference to discuss a stand-alone aid package for Israel. Senators Roger Marshall, JD Vance, Mike Lee, and others hold a news conference to discuss a stand-alone aid package for Israel. Report Video Issue Go to Live Event *This text was

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November 14, 2023
The Arab Gulf and Israel's War on Gaza - Carnegie Endowment for International Peace

As it enters its sixth week, in retaliation for Hamas’ October 7 attacks, the Israeli military assault on the Gaza Strip shows no signs of slowing down. With the Palestinian death toll now exceeding 11,000, some Arab Gulf states have tried to use their regional and international leverage to bring an end to the hostilities. 

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