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The IDF has reversed a ban on Palestinian workers entering Israeli West Bank communities, imposed after a deadly terror attack at Gilad Farm that killed two Israelis. The military is increasing its presence in the region, describing the situation as highly volatile.
Syrian President Ahmed al-Sharaa said in an interview with Al Jazeera that Damascus is working toward a security agreement with Israel, which he hopes could lead to comprehensive peace without compromising Syria's claim to the Golan Heights. He also ruled out military intervention in Lebanon and expressed support for Lebanese state authority over weapons and war decisions.
Chad has notified the UN of its intention to withdraw from the International Criminal Court, citing ineffectiveness and bias against African countries. It becomes the latest nation to leave the tribunal, following Burkina Faso, Mali, Niger, and Venezuela. The withdrawal will take effect after a year.
Hundreds of demonstrators gathered on New York's Upper West Side to protest Mayor Zohran Mamdani, linking recent stabbing attacks to what they call mainstreamed anti-Israel rhetoric. Separately, a petition has been launched to remove the mayor, citing his handling of hate crimes and his social media statements about Israeli Prime Minister Benjamin Netanyahu.
Oil prices fell sharply on Monday after the US and Iran paused strikes over the weekend, with Brent crude dipping below $88 a barrel in some trading. The pause has raised hopes of a diplomatic solution, but shipping disruptions in the Strait of Hormuz and the Red Sea continue to keep markets cautious.
Israeli Prime Minister Benjamin Netanyahu has accused New York City Mayor Zohran Mamdani of fomenting hate and making Jews feel unsafe, referencing a recent stabbing of a Jewish man near a synagogue. Mamdani walked back his threat to arrest Netanyahu under an ICC warrant, acknowledging he lacked legal authority. The incident has sparked debate over the line between criticism of Israel and antisemitism.
Senator John Fetterman said he would consider leaving the Democratic Party if it officially became 'the anti-Israel party,' citing his 'moral clarity' on the issue. The comments come as more than 100 House lawmakers voted to halt military aid to Israel, and amid reports of a strained relationship with progressives and speculation about his political future.
Prime Minister Benjamin Netanyahu departed for Washington for his eighth meeting with President Donald Trump since Trump's re-election, with Iran dominating the agenda amid ongoing hostilities. The visit, which includes attending Senator Lindsey Graham's funeral, takes place against the backdrop of a de facto ceasefire and internal debates in both Washington and Tehran over the conflict's next phase.
Israeli Prime Minister Benjamin Netanyahu has confirmed he intends to travel to New York for the U.N. General Assembly in September, dismissing concerns about an International Criminal Court arrest warrant. His comments come after New York mayoral candidate Zohran Mamdani said he would support efforts to enforce the warrant, and Netanyahu responded by accusing Mamdani of promoting division.
The Senate has advanced the nomination of Jay Clayton, Donald Trump's pick for Director of National Intelligence, with a procedural vote. Despite a tense confirmation hearing, Clayton is expected to be confirmed later this week. Progressive groups have urged Democrats to oppose him over his role in subpoenas targeting New York Times journalists.
Iran and the United States have paused their attacks, offering a respite for Gulf shipping and oil markets. Oil prices fell sharply on Monday as investors reacted to the reduced hostilities, while US envoy Mike Waltz said President Trump was giving talks 'some space'.
As the security situation in the West Bank deteriorates, Israeli military officials have decided to reinforce forces, with 26 battalions now operating in the sector. The escalation follows a series of violent attacks and clashes, with a large-scale operation postponed until after Prime Minister Netanyahu's visit to the US.
As Israel approaches an October 27 general election, former military chief Gadi Eisenkot's new party, Yashar, leads in a recent Channel 12 poll over Prime Minister Benjamin Netanyahu's Likud, with Eisenkot also favored as the most suitable candidate for prime minister. Eisenkot, credited with developing the 'Dahiya Doctrine' for disproportionate military responses in Lebanon, has built his campaign around a 10-point platform focusing on security, unity, and democratic institutions, and has dismissed calls for a future Palestinian state as irrelevant after the October 7, 2023 attack.
Recent days have seen deadly Palestinian terror attacks and extremist settler violence in the West Bank, including a mosque torching. The Jerusalem Post reports on the incidents, calling for an uncompromising response to all forms of violence.
Israeli Prime Minister Benjamin Netanyahu has accused New York City Mayor Zohran Mamdani of fomenting hate after Mamdani called for his arrest over the ICC warrant. Netanyahu's office dismissed the ICC as a 'kangaroo court' and criticized Mamdani's record. The exchange comes ahead of Netanyahu's expected visit to the UN General Assembly and a meeting with President Trump.
Israel's security cabinet has approved the legal framework for a multinational force to enter Gaza, as part of US President Donald Trump's peace plan. The force, to include 200 members from countries like Uganda and Morocco, will deploy in areas not under Israeli control. The move comes as Prime Minister Netanyahu prepares to visit Washington.
A New Yorker investigation cited by the Jerusalem Post reveals that Biden administration officials predicted Israel would broaden the Gaza war into a regional conflict and now regret that US support enabled Prime Minister Benjamin Netanyahu to do so. The report details internal debates over military aid and Israel's rules of engagement.
Iran stated it made progress in talks with Oman on managing the Strait of Hormuz, focusing on safe passage and sovereign rights. The discussions follow U.S. attacks on Iran and a June memorandum of understanding, with both sides exploring temporary arrangements. Meanwhile, U.S. Treasury Secretary Bessent hinted at a possible breakthrough in broader U.S.-Iran talks.
Iran has halted retaliatory attacks against US allies after Washington paused airstrikes for a second and third night, raising hopes of renewed negotiations. Reports indicate US concerns over dwindling munitions influenced the pause, with senior officials advising President Trump to hold off on further escalation.
Israeli settlers set fire to Palestinian homes, vehicles, and two mosques in villages near Nablus following a deadly shootout that killed four Palestinians and two Israelis. Prime Minister Netanyahu ordered a major security operation, while some government members called for West Bank annexation.