Latest News - Fri 03 May 2024

In this episode of Israel Headline News, Daniel brings you the latest updates on the Israeli man held hostage in Gaza, Dror Or, who has been confirmed dead by the Israeli government. The announcement comes as mediators await Hamas's response to a new Israeli proposal for a ceasefire and hostage release. Next, Daniel discusses the criticism faced by Columbia University President Nemat Minouche Shafik for her handling of anti-Israel radicals on campus. The American Association of University Professors (AAUP) chapter at Columbia has called for a vote of no confidence in Shafik and other administration officials. Then, Daniel covers the stalled efforts of US President Joe Biden to forge a normalization deal between Saudi Arabia and Israel. Saudi Arabia's demands, including the IDF's complete withdrawal from Gaza, have made it unlikely for Israeli Prime Minister Benjamin Netanyahu to agree to such terms. Later, Daniel talks about the Israeli security cabinet's decision to delay the closure of Al Jazeera news station in Israel. The vote may be held during Sunday's cabinet meeting as Israel hopes to put pressure on Qatar, which funds Al Jazeera, to make concessions. Lastly, Daniel discusses a virtual meeting between a bipartisan group of US senators and officials from the International Criminal Court (ICC) to dissuade the court from issuing arrest warrants against senior Israeli officials. Israel has warned of retaliation if the court issues the warrants, and the ICC is also investigating Hamas for its attack on Israel and Israel's conduct in the war in Gaza. Stay tuned to Israel Headline News for more updates on these stories and more. Find us on social media: Facebook Twitter / X YouTube More at https://www.israelheadlinenews.com