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Axios
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- Axios
House No.2 Democrat Katherine Clark calls Gaza war a "genocide"
House Minority Whip Katherine Clark (D-Mass.) referred to Israel's war in Gaza as a "genocide" during an event in her district on Thursday, according to a video clip obtained by Axios. Why it matters: Clark's comment makes her one of just over a dozen House members to have used that word to describe the situation in Gaza, and easily the highest ranking member of Congress to have done so. According to the news outlet Zeteo, 13 other House members have used the word "genocide" to describe the war in Gaza — a dozen progressive Democrats and right-wing Rep. Marjorie Taylor Greene (R-Ga.). Clark is the No. 2 to House Minority Leader Hakeem Jeffries (D-N.Y.) who has been critical of the Israeli government at times but generally supportive of the country throughout his career. Clark's comments were reported earlier by The Grayzone. Driving the news: Clark made the remark as she was confronted by pro-Palestinian protesters at an event hosted by Quaker group Friends Meeting at Cambridge. "We each have to continue to have an open heart about how ... how we take action to in time to make a difference," Clark said in the clip. "Whether that is stopping the starvation and genocide and destruction of Gaza, or whether that means we are working together to stop the redistricting that is going on, taking away the vote from people." "And it's exhausting to do all of it, but we have to," she said. What they're saying: "Whip Clark's position on the war has not changed," Clark spokesperson Joy Lee said in a statement. "Security and peace for the Palestinian and Israeli people can only be achieved through a permanent ceasefire, the immediate return of the remaining hostages, and a surge of humanitarian aid to Gaza." "It should not be controversial to say that Israeli children did not deserve to be kidnapped and murdered by Hamas, nor should it be controversial to say that Palestinian children, who bear no responsibility for Hamas' atrocities, do not deserve to be killed by war or starvation. "A secure future for Israeli and Palestinian children demands a real two-state solution and a permanent end to efforts to deny their rights to exist." Between the lines: A Congressional Progressive Caucus member before she became minority whip, Clark has generally been seen as the left's best ally in the House Democratic leadership trio.
Newsweek
2 hours ago
- Newsweek
Iran Turns to China for Missile Boost: Report
Based on facts, either observed and verified firsthand by the reporter, or reported and verified from knowledgeable sources. Newsweek AI is in beta. Translations may contain inaccuracies—please refer to the original content. A new report from Israeli media has warned of increased military cooperation between Iran and China, particularly in the production of surface-to-surface missiles. Yedioth Ahronoth cited intelligence findings that Beijing may be helping Tehran rebuild missile capabilities damaged in the recent June war. The concerns surfaced as Israel's military chief, Lieutenant General Eyal Zamir, said the army is ready to launch further strikes on Iran if necessary, following what he described as a successful preemptive campaign. Newsweek has reached out to the foreign ministries of Israel, China and Iran for comment. Why It Matters The reported cooperation between Beijing and Tehran is viewed by Israel as a significant security challenge. Israel fought a 12-day, United States-backed war against Iran in June and is now watching for any moves that could restore Iran's missile capacity. Israeli authorities have stated that Chinese involvement in missile development or supply could directly undermine Israel's defense efforts. Iranians drive past missiles during a rally marking the 42nd anniversary of the Islamic Revolution, at Azadi Square in Tehran on February 10, 2021. Iranians drive past missiles during a rally marking the 42nd anniversary of the Islamic Revolution, at Azadi Square in Tehran on February 10, 2021. Ebrahim Noroozi/AP Photo What To Know Officials told Yedioth Ahronoth that China has not confirmed any plans to supply weapons to Iran, but its actions suggest it is "actually rebuilding the Iranian capabilities." The outlet reported that European intelligence agencies have recently tracked closer cooperation between China and Iran. Israel's ambassador to the U.S., Yechiel Leiter, said in late July that there were "troubling" indications China was aiding Iran in rebuilding its missile arsenal. Speaking to Voice of America, he expressed concern over the possible transfer of materials that could "reconstitute a ballistic missile program." Iran-China Ties Last month, Iranian Foreign Minister Abbas Araghchi visited China for the Shanghai Cooperation Organization Summit, highlighting Tehran's growing ties with Beijing. Around that time, reports from Middle East Eye and Israel Hayom indicated Iran received Chinese-made surface-to-air missiles paid for in oil. China has denied arms sales to nations "engaged in warfare." Israeli Defense Minister Israel Katz at the Pentagon for a meeting with U.S. Secretary of Defense Pete Hegseth on July 18, 2025. Israeli Defense Minister Israel Katz at the Pentagon for a meeting with U.S. Secretary of Defense Pete Hegseth on July 18, 2025. Mark Schiefelbein/AP Photo Rising War Rhetoric The latest Yedioth Ahronoth report comes amid public discussion in Israel about the possibility of renewed conflict with Iran. On June 27, Israeli Defense Minister Israel Katz said he had instructed the military to prepare an "enforcement plan" targeting Iran's nuclear and missile programs. Tehran has stated it will continue nuclear enrichment and maintain a peaceful nuclear energy program. What People Are Saying Israel's ambassador to the U.S., Yechiel Leiter, told Voice of America in July: "There's no reason why we couldn't have good relations with the people of China. But we certainly don't want to see China acting alongside those who threaten our very existence." Chinese Foreign Minister Wang Yi, at a meeting with Iranian Foreign Minister Seyed Abbas Araghchi in July: "China will continue to support Iran in safeguarding its national sovereignty and dignity, resisting power politics and bullying, defending its legitimate rights and interests through political negotiation." What Happens Next Israeli officials have said they will act to prevent Iran from restoring its missile capabilities. At the same time, Iran has emphasized its right to pursue nuclear enrichment and strengthen its defenses, signaling readiness to respond to threats. China's growing military and economic cooperation with Tehran adds further complexity, as Israel continues monitoring Beijing's role in supporting Iran's missile and defense programs.
The Hill
2 hours ago
- The Hill
Democrats press Noem to drop disaster funding approval policy
Two Democratic Senators sent a letter to Homeland Security Secretary Kristi Noem on Friday urging her to end a policy requiring her personal sign-off on grants of more than $100,000. 'We write to convey our deep concerns about the Department of Homeland Security's (DHS) policy requiring the Secretary's personal approval of all expenditures exceeding $100,000, including those for disaster-related costs,' wrote Sen. Patty Murray (D-Wash.), vice chair of the Senate Appropriations Committee, and Sen. Gary Peters (D-Mich.). 'This directive, as currently implemented, creates dangerous delays and undermines the Federal Emergency Management Agency's (FEMA) effectiveness, placing lives at unnecessary risk,' they continued. This comes after reports that FEMA's response to the devastating Texas floods in June may have been delayed by Noem's policy. The letter said this resulted in call centers being 'understaffed in the crucial early days of the disaster, leaving thousands of survivors without answers or assistance.' The senators argue $100,000 is an extremely low threshold given the scale of FEMA's work. Disaster recovery often requires millions of dollars in resources to be mobilized in hours. These extra bureaucratic steps, according to the letter, also hinder the agency's ability to coordinate with other local agencies. 'These failures are not isolated missteps, but foreseeable outcomes of a policy that centralizes decision-making at the expense of speed and flexibility,' wrote the senators. Noem last month denied the policy had slowed federal response efforts in Texas, saying it was an 'accountability measure' in an interview with NBC News's 'Meet the Press.' 'So those claims are false,' she told NBC News's Kristen Welker about the reports. 'They're from people who won't put their name behind those claims. And those call centers were fully staffed and responsive. And this is the fastest, I believe, in years, maybe decades, that FEMA has been deployed to help individuals in this type of situation.' Murray and Peters set an Aug. 31 deadline for Noem to respond to several questions in the letter. Among the questions: 'What metrics, if any, are being used to evaluate whether the Secretary review policy improves accountability or financial stewardship without compromising emergency response?' and 'Has DHS conducted or commissioned any after-action reviews to assess how the Secretary's review policy affected the response to the Central Texas floods or other disasters? If so, please share those findings.'
