Person · 1004 published stories · 121 outlets
President Donald Trump used a Mount Rushmore speech ahead of America's 250th anniversary to warn that the country's identity is under 'renewed attack,' drawing criticism that he is turning the milestone into a personal celebration. Meanwhile, polls and analyses point to a deeply divided nation, with many Americans pessimistic about the future despite the country's wealth and diversity.
On the 50th anniversary of Operation Entebbe, former hostages and their families gathered at the Peres Center to honor a wounded soldier, as Israel released classified protocols and reflected on the raid's legacy amid current crises.
Israel's cabinet decision to officially recognize the Armenian genocide has ended decades of caution, but it has also sparked debate over political motives and drawn sharp reactions from Turkey and Azerbaijan, while Armenia's response remains cautious.
Turkish Foreign Minister Hakan Fidan described Israel as a 'burden that humanity can no longer bear' in a CNN Turk interview, prompting Israeli Foreign Minister Gideon Sa'ar to accuse him of 'textbook incitement to genocide'. Fidan later moderated his tone in an interview with The National, clarifying his criticism was directed at the current Israeli government, not Israel as a whole.
IDF Chief of Staff Lt.-Gen. Eyal Zamir said soldiers should be the nation's top priority amid Knesset advancement of a contentious haredi draft bill. A senior IDF officer warned of severe strain on the regular combat force without urgent manpower legislation.
The 22nd Maccabiah Games kicked off in Jerusalem on July 1, 2026, drawing around 5,000 athletes from 35 to 40 countries. The opening ceremony blended celebration with remembrance, featuring performances by Israeli stars and appearances by former hostages and families of fallen soldiers, as organizers emphasized Jewish unity during a challenging period.
As Israel marks 1,000 days since the October 7 Hamas attack, families and communities along the Gaza border balance grief with reconstruction. Political divisions deepen over responsibility for the failures, with a minister accusing a former hostage negotiator of culpability and others demanding a state inquiry.
The IDF Disabled Veterans Organization has warned of a 'national disaster' following the Finance Ministry's rejection of a NIS 40 billion increase in defense spending, which the organization says excludes funding for veteran treatment. Meanwhile, the government approved a comprehensive reform for wounded soldiers, and a new rehabilitation center for traumatic brain injury veterans was announced.
The Trump administration has reiterated its rejection of International Criminal Court authority over US citizens, calling the court's actions 'lawless and illegitimate.' Meanwhile, three ICC judges are suing the administration over sanctions they say were designed to punish and coerce them.
Israelis marked 1,000 days since the October 7 Hamas attack with protests and memorials, with families and the October Council demanding a state commission of inquiry. Commemorations included a convoy around the Gaza border, a ceremony in Tel Aviv's Hostage Square, and calls for accountability.
Israel commemorated the 50th anniversary of Operation Entebbe with ceremonies led by President Isaac Herzog, Prime Minister Benjamin Netanyahu, and IDF Chief of Staff Eyal Zamir, who drew parallels between the 1976 rescue mission and the ongoing conflict with Iran. The tributes highlighted the legacy of Lt.-Col. Yonatan 'Yoni' Netanyahu, the only Israeli soldier killed in the raid, and his brother's personal reflections.
Israel's High Court of Justice has called for a re-election in the state comptroller race, issuing an interim order that froze the appointee's entry into office. The decision follows a hearing in which the Knesset rejected a court proposal for a new vote.
As the Gaza war reaches its 1,000th day, reports say over 90% of the Strip is destroyed and Israeli forces control most of the territory. Casualty figures exceed 73,000 Palestinians killed, while ceasefire implementation stalls and humanitarian conditions worsen.
Israeli military strikes have killed at least three Palestinians in Gaza, including a 13-year-old girl, despite a US-brokered ceasefire. The attacks have continued to draw criticism as the enclave's health authorities report rising death tolls.
The Knesset passed the Basic Law: Torah Study bill in its first reading amid controversy over draft evasion and state benefits for yeshiva students. Prime Minister Benjamin Netanyahu voted in favor, while some coalition lawmakers opposed. The bill still requires two more readings to become law.
Israel’s Defense Minister Israel Katz announced that Israeli forces will remain in security zones in Lebanon, Syria, and Gaza for an unlimited period, citing the need to protect residents from jihadist elements. Katz also said Israel had struck Iran twice with preemptive attacks, and reiterated readiness to strike again if necessary.
Israeli Prime Minister Benjamin Netanyahu has declared that Israeli forces will not withdraw from southern Lebanon as long as Hezbollah remains a threat, directly contradicting the US-Iran Memorandum of Understanding that calls for an immediate halt to fighting on all fronts. France has urged Israel to stop hostilities and called on the US to pressure Israel, as continued clashes threaten the fragile agreement.
The United States and Israel signed an agreement to build a new, permanent embassy compound in Jerusalem, a move that Israel described as testifying to the “unbreakable alliance” between the countries. The signing ceremony, held at Israel’s foreign ministry, advances a policy initiated by President Donald Trump’s 2017 recognition of Jerusalem as Israel’s capital. The new compound will be built at the Allenby site in southern Jerusalem, amid long-standing competition over the city’s status.
A US-Israel-Lebanon deal signed on Friday aims to restore stability in Lebanon, focusing on disarming Hezbollah, after the US-Iran MoU failed to curb attacks. Israel continues to retaliate against Hezbollah, while critics question Netanyahu's handling of the agreement.
Israel's Defense Ministry Director General Amir Baram outlined a vision for a regional alliance linking India, the UAE, Greece, and Cyprus, as Israel deepens defense ties with India and Greece. The strategy, presented at the Herzliya Conference, aims to counter Iran and is modeled on Israel's multi-layered air defense, with Greece moving toward a major air defense purchase from Israel.