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Hezbollah Has Some 2,000 Unmanned Aerial Vehicles – ALMA
Hezbollah had 200 Iranian-made UAVs in 2013 and has since significantly increased its fleet.
Washington Committed to Two-State Solution, U.S. Envoy Tells Abbas
A PA official described Wednesday’s meeting as “positive and constructive,” but did not provide further details.
Biden Aide Says Nuclear Talks with Iran Could Be Exhausted In ‘Weeks’
Sullivan said the United States continues to believe that "diplomacy, deterrence and pressure" remain the best way to prevent Iran from acquiring a nuclear weapon.
US, Israel Reaffirm Deal to Keep Iran from Developing Nuclear Weapons
"The officials affirmed that the United States and Israel are aligned in their determination to ensure that Iran never gets a nuclear weapon"
Inside Jake Sullivan’s Meetings in Israel on Iran
Sullivan told Bennett at the top of their meeting that President Biden sent him to Jerusalem on Christmas week because he thought it was important “to sit together and develop a common strategy, a common outlook” on Iran and find a way forward that secures the interests of both U.S. and Israel.
Large Holiday Gatherings in U.S. Not Safe Even If Boosted, Fauci Says
Early evidence indicates Omicron is less severe than the Delta variant, said Fauci, citing studies from South Africa and Scotland, but warned Americans must remain cautious.
Psaki Claims Biden ‘Saved Christmas’ Amid Ongoing Supply Chain Issues
Despite being saved, Christmas will be more expensive this year for those buying gifts, which may arrive late
U.S. Supreme Court to Take Up Biden Vaccine Mandate Cases
The challenges reached the high court as the new, highly transmissible Omicron variant surges, with public health officials bracing for a "tidal wave" of cases in the United States.
FDA Investigates Listeria Outbreak Linked to Fresh Express
The Food and Drug Administration announced Tuesday an investigation into listeria infections in multiple states linked to Fresh Express packaged salads, which has recalled of some of its products in response to the outbreak.
Syrian Soccer Player Expelled from National Team After Match with Israeli Coach
Al-Khatib was expelled from the national team for playing in a showcase match involving Israeli coach Avram Grant.