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Minnesotans with ties to Israel, Gaza react to war
The death toll among Israelis and Palestinians continues to climb as civilians bear the brunt of what has become a devastating war, and Minnesotans with ties for the region.
Blinken arrives in Tel Aviv as Israel mobilizes along its border with Gaza
The arrival of the U.S. secretary of state is part of a diplomatic tour to show support for Israel following deadly attacks by Hamas militants. Meanwhile, a humanitarian crisis is unfolding in Gaza.
Families of hostages taken by Hamas militants are desperate amid threats of execution
Many Israelis are frantically looking for clues about loved ones believed to be held in Gaza. Ido Dan keeps watching a video that appears to show Hamas militants kidnapping his 12-year-old nephew.
Walz orders flags be flown at half-staff following attack on Israel
Walz encouraged individuals and businesses to also fly their flags at half-staff to remember, mourn and honor victims following Saturday’s Hamas attack on Israel.
How to talk to children about the violence in Israel and Gaza
Many children have likely already heard about the attacks in Israel, whether from school or overhearing the news. Let them ask questions, experts say — it's OK if you don't have all the answers.
What is the Gaza Strip? Here's what to know
With high poverty and unemployment and severe restrictions on movement, life in the Gaza Strip was already difficult before Israel's retaliatory offensive began this week in response to Hamas attacks.