Despite all of these recent atrocities, the international community has largely turned a blind eye to the crisis. While the UN Security Council has made calls for a ceasefire and the United States has imposed sanctions, the fighting rages on, leaving a trail of civilians in its wake. The International Criminal Court has launched an investigation into potential war crimes, but the Sudanese government and RSF have stayed silent on the allegations.

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Why is the world ignoring Sudan? (DW)

Fire as a weapon of war in Sudan (NBC)

200 civilians killed in Sudan draws UN attention (CBS)

Northern Darfur siege draws international attention (WP)

House Republicans passed a measure recommending Attorney General Garland be held in contempt of Congress for not providing recordings of Biden's interview with special counsel regarding classified documents. Biden used executive power to deny access, citing protection for Garland. The vote, almost along party lines, demands Garland pressure Biden to release the materials. Republicans argue they need full recordings to continue their impeachment investigation. Only one Republican, David Joyce, voted no, expressing concerns about politicizing the judicial system. Garland expressed disappointment, reaffirming the Justice Department's commitment to democracy. The case will go to the U.S. Attorney in Washington for potential prosecution, with consequences ranging from fines to jail time.

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Republicans push through contempt of Congress citation against Garland (NYT)

Republicans vote to hold Garland in contempt of Congress (AP)

House votes to hold Marrick Garland in contempt over Biden audio (NBC)

Israel rescues 4 hostages, resulting casualties further international scrutiny

Israel rescues four hostages (USA Today)

Over 400 Palestinians injured in Israeli operation (CNN)

274 Palestinians killed in Israeli hostage operation (AP)

Netanyahu to Visit DC (Fox)

Hunter Biden faces 3 felony gun charges for making false statements and illegal possession, potentially leading to 25 years in prison. Prosecutors claim he bought a gun while addicted to crack cocaine, lying about his drug use on a federal form in 2018. Evidence includes a cocaine-positive leather pouch and incriminating texts and photos. The defense argues he didn't see himself as an addict at the time and didn't intend to deceive. The prosecution has rested, and the defense will now present their case. President Joe Biden has stated he will not issue a pardon if Hunter is convicted.

What are Hunter Biden’s 3 felony charges (BBC)

For 11 days in October, 2018 (CBS)

Arguments from the prosecution and defense (PBS)

Reaction from the White House (ABC)