South Florida organization helps Israeli families affected by Hamas
Inspired by Hamas attacks on Israel, Joseph Waks launched an organization to help affected Israeli families
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Inspired by Hamas attacks on Israel, Joseph Waks launched an organization to help affected Israeli families
A South Florida man has launched an organization to aid Israeli families impacted by the Hamas attacks and taking of hostages, offering hope and assistance.
The mass demonstration erupted after the Israeli military announced they had recovered the bodies in a tunnel under the Gaza city of Rafah on Saturday.
Many are calling for a ceasefire agreement with Hamas that would bring the remaining hostages home.
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United and Delta are pausing flights to and from Tel Aviv as concerns grow about a possible widening Middle East conflict.
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Al-Masirah TV, a media outlet controlled by Houthi rebels in Yemen reported the airstrikes in the port city of Hodeidah.
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Police said it happened early Sunday morning at the Holy Bagels & Pizzeria-Downtown.
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Deputies said that the stab wound, which punctured the woman's lung, did not appear to be life-threatening.
No injuries were reported in the incident, officials say
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The $90 million is for new and amended grants to 56 county and city police departments for radios, body cameras, riot gear, ballistic helmets, X-ray machines, inmate restraint chairs and other items.
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