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Secret Service member sent back to U.S. after alleged "physical encounter" in Israel

The employee was "detained and questioned by Israeli police" but released without charge, a spokesperson said.

Axios

Meeting with Shireen Abu Akleh’s family not on Biden’s schedule

US president appears to rebuff meeting with slain journalist’s family during visit to Israel and occupied West Bank.

Al Jazeera

Joe Biden was a fierce critic of South African apartheid – now he’s accused of ignoring similar policies in Israel

Several of the world’s leading human rights groups have accused Israel of committing the crime of apartheid, writes Richard Hall

The Independent UK

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Biden slams progressive Democratic critics of Israel: ‘They’re wrong’

President Joe Biden blasted progressive fellow Democrats who criticize Israel, calling them “isolated and wrong” on Wednesday.

Tribune News Service

Why is Joe Biden going to Saudi Arabia?

President has multi-issue agenda to discuss with Saudi leaders

The Independent UK

Iran, not oil, is the main topic of Biden’s trip among Middle Eastern leaders

JERUSALEM — Many in the United States view President Joe Biden’s trip to the Middle East that began Wednesday as a mission to lower oil prices. But leaders throughout the region see it as a chance to hash out disagreements over Iran.

Los Angeles Times

Hezbollah chief vows 'no one' will extract gas, oil from maritime zones if Lebanon unable to do the same

The head of powerful armed group Hezbollah said on Wednesday that if Lebanon was not allowed to extract oil and gas from maritime fields bordering Israeli fields, "no one will be".

Reuters

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Secret Service agent back in US after allegedly assaulting woman outside bar in Israel

Secret Service member not charged with any crimes

The Independent UK

Should you book in your second COVID-19 booster? Here's how Israel's fourth dose changed the fight against Omicron

For Australians over 30, a fourth COVID-19 vaccine jab is now available. In Israel, the first country in the world to embrace the second booster, the benefits for some people were dramatic.

ABC News

EXPLAINER: Why Iran cracks down at home, cozies up to Moscow

Backed into a corner by the West, Iran is ramping up uranium enrichment, clamping down on dissent over its worsening economy and deepening ties with Moscow

The Independent UK

Slain Palestinian Reporter’s Family ‘Outraged’ as Biden Arrives in Israel

The niece of slain Palestinian American journalist Shireen Abu Akleh expressed "outrage" Wednesday as US President Joe Biden arrived in Israel, condemning Washington for inaction over her killing. Lina Abu Akleh watched on television from her home in Israeli-annexed east Jerusalem as Air Force One touched down near Tel Aviv,…

Asharq Al-Awsat

Announcement on steps toward Saudi-Israel normalization expected around Biden's visit

The White House wants to discuss a road map for normalization between the countries during Biden's trip to the region.

Axios

Israel Lasers in on Iranian Drone Threat as Biden Visits

Moments after US President Joe Biden touched down in Tel Aviv on Wednesday, the Israeli military showed him new hardware it says is essential to confronting Iran: anti-drone lasers. While Israel has long been known for its efforts to thwart Tehran's nuclear ambitions, Israeli officials have increasingly been sounding the…

Asharq Al-Awsat

Biden commits to Israel’s security as he embarks on Middle East tour

After the visit a communique titled the ‘Jerusalem Declaration’ will reaffirm Israel’s right to defend itself

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Asharq Al-Awsat

Biden to ‘Minimize Contact’ on Middle East Visit Due to COVID-19

The White House said Wednesday that President Joe Biden would limit physical contact during his Middle East tour, citing coronavirus concerns, as he landed in Israel ahead of a trip to Saudi Arabia. Biden, 79, began his first regional visit as president by landing at Ben Gurion airport near the…

The Independent UK

Older than state of Israel, Joe Biden’s visit means he has met all country’s leaders since 1973

US president praises ‘deeper and stronger’ relationship with Israel

The Independent UK

‘This is apartheid’: Israeli human rights group hang billboards for Biden’s visit

The US is accused of tolerating human rights abuses in the region

Al Jazeera

US signals Biden will avoid shaking hands during Middle East trip

Despite the new guidelines, the US president has shaken the hands of Netanyahu and Gantz early in his visit to Israel.

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Biden Greeted as Old Friend in Israel at Start of Middle East Tour

US President Joe Biden arrived on Wednesday in Israel, which embraced him as an old friend on the first leg of a high-stakes trip dominated by tensions with Iran. Landing at Ben Gurion Airport, whose tarmac he first trod in 1973 as a senator, Biden bumped fists with Israeli Prime…

Al Jazeera

Analysis: Biden to clarify his ‘pragmatic’ Middle East policy

The President will use this week’s Middle East visit to reassure allies that the US won’t deprioritise the region.

The Guardian - US

Biden in Israel as poll shows support for re-election bid at new low – as it happened

President’s approval ratings dip as US inflation hits 40-year high

Reuters

U.S. calls for 'accountability' in Abu Akleh case ahead of Biden West Bank visit

The United States called on Wednesday for accountability over the death of Palestinian-American journalist Shireen Abu Akleh, whose killing during an Israeli West Bank raid is expected to be a major issue during President Joe Biden's Middle East visit.

Reuters

U.S. President Biden lands in Israel

U.S. President Joe Biden landed in Israel on Wednesday, on the first stop in his first trip to the Middle East as president. He is due to make remarks at a greeting ceremony with Israeli Prime Minister Yair Lapid.

The Independent UK

Biden hails ‘bone deep’ US relationship with Israel as he opens four-day Middle East trip

‘Every chance to return to this great country, where the ancient roots of the Jewish people date back to Biblical times, is a blessing’

Radio France Internationale

Biden in Middle East to strengthen ties in wake of global crises

US President Joe Biden will visit Israel and Saudi Arabia. Israel expects the US to be firmer with Iran, while the visit to Saudi Arabia marks a diplomatic U-turn.

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