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The war and humanitarian crisis in Gaza directly impacts many Minnesotans. And while MPR News does not have journalists stationed in the region, we do have a responsibility to our audiences to report on how this ongoing conflict affects people here. Our goal is to provide MPR News audiences with a variety of perspectives, context and factual information. We are committed to using language that is as precise as possible.

As you will see here, the majority of the coverage on our air and our website is provided by our national and international news partners, NPR and the BBC. The language and terminology used to describe the conflict are changing. If you have questions or concerns about our coverage please reach out to us.

Israel and U.S. intelligence differ on status of Iran's nuclear program. Who’s right?

Israel and U.S. intelligence differ on status of Iran's nuclear program. Who’s right?

Israeli Prime Minister Netanyahu says Iran is “marching very quickly” toward a nuclear weapon. The U.S. intelligence community says Iran suspended its nuclear weapons program in 2003.
by Greg Myre and Geoff Brumfiel

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Israel strikes state-run Iranian TV during live broadcast while Trump issues warning to Tehran

Israel strikes state-run Iranian TV during live broadcast while Trump issues warning to Tehran

Israel struck Iran’s state-run television station during a live broadcast, forcing a reporter to run off camera following an explosion, after Iran fired a new wave of missiles at Israel that killed at least eight people. 
by The Associated Press

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Israel says it will allow a ‘basic quantity’ of food into Gaza to prevent starvation

Israel says it will allow a ‘basic quantity’ of food into Gaza to prevent starvation

Israel blocked all supplies into Gaza for nearly three months, the longest blockade it has ever imposed on Gaza. But Israel is relenting amid international pressure to allow food into the territory.
by Daniel Estrin

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Trump in Saudi speech urges Iran toward a 'new and a better path' as he pushes for nuclear deal

Trump in Saudi speech urges Iran toward a 'new and a better path' as he pushes for nuclear deal

President Donald Trump in a speech in Saudi Arabia has urged Iran to take a “new and a better path” as he pushes for a new nuclear deal. At a U.S.-Saudi investment conference, Trump says he wants to avoid conflict with Tehran.
by The Associated Press

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Israel plans new control of food and supplies in Gaza

Israel plans new control of food and supplies in Gaza

The United Nations and major groups currently running aid operations in Gaza, briefed by Israel on the plans, said they would not cooperate with the plans.
by Daniel Estrin

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