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Democrats incredulous over Hakeem Jeffries and Jared Kushner meeting

Critics include Senator Chris van Hollen, ex-aide to Obama Tommy Vietor and ex-Republican congressman Adam Kinzinger

The Guardian - US

Trump urges court to reject BBC's bid to secure records from his family in defamation case

President Trump has voiced his strong opposition against the BBC's attempt to depose his family, claiming that the broadcaster aims to obtain political advantage through its legal actions. The BBC is looking to issue subpoenas to Ivanka Trump and Donald Trump Jr. Trump's legal battle contends that the BBC improperly…

The Economic Times

Membership into Miami’s most exclusive club is something money can’t buy—and Jeff Bezos is among those standing outside, looking in

Amazon founder Jeff Bezos has three properties on Indian Creek, but he still doesn’t have a membership into the island’s country club.

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US-backed Gaza peace plan ‘fails to overcome central obstacles’, warns expert

Talks aimed at ending the war between Israel and Gaza hit an impasse this week, with the United States playing mediator between the two parties. Amjad Iraqi, a senior Israel-Palestine analyst with the International Crisis Group, tells RFI there remain major issues that the US-backed roadmap to peace does not…

Radio France Internationale

Why Gaza peace deals keep unravelling

Donald Trump’s Board of Peace published a 15-point roadmap for Gaza in late July in which Hamas would hand its weapons to a committee of Palestinian technocrats, certified by an international verification body, and Israel would withdraw from the strip in phases. After Israel officially rejected the plan on August…

The Conversation

Jared Kushner cosplays Henry Kissinger

The special envoy is failing in his efforts at shuttle diplomacy to broker peace between Israel and Hamas

Salon

US provides $206 million for Gaza force despite deadlocked peace plan

The US administration is sending over $206 million for a proposed Gaza peacekeeping force. This funding marks the first significant financial commitment to the stalled US plan. The International Stabilization Force will lead security operations and support aid deliveries. Both Israel and Hamas have balked at conditions needed to advance…

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Trump Rules Out Iran Ceasefire Extension as Hormuz Standoff Keeps Gas Prices High

Trump won't extend the Iran ceasefire past Monday's deadline. The Hormuz standoff behind it is keeping gas prices high for Latino drivers.

Latin Times

Jared Kushner and Saudi Buyout of EA Could Destroy 'The Sims' as a Safe Space for Queer Diversity

Jared Kushner and Saudi Arabia now own EA, putting The Sims' LGBTQ+ legacy under scrutiny as queer players fear the game could lose its status as a safe space.

International Business Times UK

Jeanie Buss vs. Her Own Family: Inside the Fight Over the Lakers' Last 17.8%

Bob Iger and Josh Kushner want the Buss family's final Lakers shares. Jeanie Buss calls her siblings' sale vote void and threatens to sue.

Latin Times

After 25 years, I’m breaking up with The Sims. Here’s why you should, too

Now that Jared Kushner and the Saudi Investment Fund have bought The Sims’ publisher, EA, it’s unlikely to remain a game celebrating diversity and inclusivity, says video games writer Jordan Erica Webber

The Guardian - UK

Palestinians inspect aftermath of deadly Israeli strike

An Israeli airstrike killed at least six Palestinians in the Gaza Strip on Tuesday (August 18), health officials said, a day after Donald Trump's envoy Jared Kushner ended a trip to the region that failed to push forward the U.S. president's plan to end the war in Gaza. - REUTERS

Bangkok Post

Israel kills six in Gaza on day after Kushner meeting with Netanyahu, medics say

An Israeli airstrike killed six Palestinians in Gaza on Tuesday, health officials reported. This occurred after Jared Kushner's regional trip failed to advance a US peace plan. Israel stated the strike targeted Hamas commanders involved in the October 7 attack. Hamas accused Israel of sabotaging Trump's peace proposal for Gaza.…

The Economic Times

From hammering Iran to strangling them: Donald Trump has a new approach in Middle East war

President Trump is shifting his Iran strategy towards sustained economic and military pressure. Talks with Tehran have stalled, and a parallel Iran-Oman effort creates new challenges. Shipping through the Strait of Hormuz remains severely disrupted despite US claims of openness. The US is expected to impose tougher sanctions on Iran…

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International Business Times UK

Trump Spokesperson Accuses BBC of 'Seeking to Harass Him, His Family, and Supporters' in Lawsuit

The BBC has requested subpoenas for Trump family members in a $10 billion (£7.5 billion) defamation lawsuit, escalating a legal battle over a documentary that allegedly misrepresented Trump's January 6 speech.

Salon

Trump's kids can run, not hide

Secret Service agents blocked the subpoena at the door, but Trump's suit could still force testimony

The Economic Times

BBC turns to US court to force Trump family testimony in $10 billion lawsuit

The BBC is seeking court permission to subpoena Ivanka Trump and Donald Trump Jr. for documents and testimony. This request stems from a massive $10 billion defamation lawsuit filed by Donald Trump. The broadcaster believes the family members have relevant information about Trump's January 6th speech. Secret Service protection has…

France 24

Netanyahu, Kushner agree US general to verify Hamas disarmament before Israel withdraws from Gaza

Israeli Prime Minister Benjamin Netanyahu and US envoy Jared Kushner agreed Monday that an American general would oversee the disarmament of Hamas, an Israeli official said, as Netanyahu insisted Israel would not withdraw from Gaza until the group gives up its weapons.The understanding comes as President Donald Trump’s administration seeks…

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Euronews

Kushner's Gaza peace plan talks end without breakthrough

A senior Israeli official told news agency AFP that the US and Israel had "agreed that no redeployment or reconstruction would take place in the Gaza Strip before Hamas is disarmed throughout Gaza."

The Guardian - UK

Netanyahu and Kushner talks make no breakthrough on stalled Gaza deal

Israeli PM again insists troops will not withdraw from strip until Hamas first disarms, but calls meeting constructive

The Economic Times

Kushner's talks with Israel, Hamas end without breakthrough on Trump Gaza plan

Jared Kushner met Israeli and Hamas leaders to advance a Gaza plan. No immediate breakthrough occurred as both sides maintained their positions. Israel insisted on Hamas disarmament before any withdrawal from Gaza. Reconstruction of Gaza will not begin until Hamas is fully disarmed. Kushner's meetings followed discussions with Hamas political…

International Business Times

Hamas Reportedly Tells Jared Kushner Group Will Demilitarize Gaza. He's Asking For Tangible Steps.

Kushner is also meeting with Israeli Prime Minister Benjamin Netanyahu to make advancements on the Israeli side of the agreement.

The Independent UK

Trump says the BBC is trying to harass his family after broadcaster tries to subpoena his children

Trump legal team claims the BBC is ‘abusing the deposition process’ as broadcaster fights a $10 billion lawsuit

The Guardian - UK

First Thing: Trump cuts US-South Korea military drills citing ‘good relationship with Kim Jong-un’

President said he was ‘not happy’ with plans for large-scale joint exercises he described as ‘inappropriate and hostile’

The Independent UK

Iran working to finalize Hormuz agreement with Oman, and other news from the Middle East

Iran says it is working to finalize a joint statement with Oman on a plan to manage the transit of ships through the Strait of Hormuz

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