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Israel vows to step up Gaza bombardment ahead of expected ground offensive; West Bank mosque hit

This was CNBC’s live blog tracking developments in the Israel-Hamas war. Click here for the latest Israel news and updates…

Biden’s pick for Israel envoy faces tough questions from senators on Iran

WASHINGTON — Jacob Lew, President Joe Biden’s nominee for ambassador to Israel, defended his handling of Iran policy in the…

Israel denies targeting Gaza hospital, Palestinian leader Abbas cancels meeting with Biden

This was CNBC’s live blog tracking developments in the Israel-Hamas war. Click here for the latest Israel news and updates…

Biden issues warning to longtime Hamas ally Iran, reiterates support for Israel and Netanyahu

WASHINGTON — President Joe Biden said Wednesday he warned Iran to “be careful” in the wake of attacks by militant…

Bust of slain commander forces cancellation of soccer match between Iranian and Saudi teams

Editor’s Note: A version of this story appears in CNN’s Meanwhile in the Middle East newsletter, a three-times-a-week look inside…

The Nagorno-Karabakh crisis raises serious questions for Russia — and the West

A short-lived military operation in the disputed Nagorno-Karabakh region appears to have paved the way for Azerbaijan to take full…

Biden: Today ‘five innocent Americans’ imprisoned in Iran are coming home

President Joe Biden celebrated the release of five American prisoners from Iran on Monday. “Today, five innocent Americans who were…

Biden nominates Jack Lew to be U.S. ambassador to Israel

WASHINGTON — President Joe Biden nominated former U.S. Treasury Secretary Jack Lew on Tuesday to serve as ambassador to Israel.…

U.S. imposes sanctions on Russia and Iran for wrongful detention and hostage-taking of American citizens

WASHINGTON —  The Biden administration on Thursday announced a first round of sanctions targeting Russia and Iran for engaging in hostage-taking…

Supreme Court says Halkbank not immune from U.S. prosecution for Iran sanctions violations under FSIA

The Supreme Court ruled Wednesday that Halkbank, which is owned by the government of Turkey, is not immune from criminal…