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The US Department of Justice has opened a civil rights investigation into Poetica Coffee, a New York City chain, after it posted online that it would have turned away Democratic Representative Dan Goldman over his support for Israel. Assistant Attorney General Harmeet Dhillon announced the probe, citing potential violations of federal anti-discrimination law.
Israel and Lebanon are set to begin a new round of talks in Washington, DC, as both sides seek to solidify a fragile ceasefire. The talks come amid a broader US-Iran agreement that includes provisions for Lebanon, with ongoing tensions over territory and the role of Hezbollah.
New York City Mayor Zohran Mamdani defended his use of the word 'monsters' to describe AIPAC, citing Italian philosopher Antonio Gramsci, but faced criticism from Jewish leaders who called the language dehumanizing. The controversy unfolded amid a progressive rally supporting candidates like Brad Lander, and highlights growing tensions over AIPAC's influence in U.S. politics.
US Vice President JD Vance said direct talks with senior Iranian officials in Switzerland laid a 'good foundation' for a final deal to end the war, citing progress on the Strait of Hormuz, a ceasefire in Lebanon, and nuclear inspections. The initial round set up mechanisms for de-mining the strait and de-confliction, while Iran's foreign minister reported 'major progress' toward ending the Lebanon War.
Haredi parties Shas and United Torah Judaism extended their boycott of Knesset coalition votes for another week, pressing for the advancement of the Basic Law: Torah Study bill and legislation to halt arrests of draft evaders. The Knesset House Committee advanced the bill with a 10-4 vote, despite criticism that it encourages draft evasion amid an IDF manpower shortage.
As Israelis express anxiety over the US-Iran interim deal, American allies of President Donald Trump, including Ambassador Mike Huckabee and conservative commentator Mark Levin, defended the relationship at a Jerusalem conference, even as criticism mounted from Israeli officials and media over the agreement's terms and its implications for Israel's security.
Roman Gofman, the first outsider to lead the Mossad since 2011, has taken over with a mandate to bring down Iran's Islamic regime. His tenure has seen internal restructuring and a contested push to involve the agency in Gaza migration efforts.
Prime Minister Benjamin Netanyahu's corruption trial has entered its final stage as his defense began re-examination. Netanyahu accused prosecutors of misleading him, while his attorney presented photographs to counter claims about his relationship with businessman Arnon Milchan.
As US and Iranian officials meet in Switzerland, President Trump threatens military action over the Strait of Hormuz and Lebanon, while talks were briefly cancelled due to Israeli operations. Former Mossad official criticizes Trump's negotiation style, and regional dynamics complicate the peace process.
Iran's military says it has closed the Strait of Hormuz in response to Israeli strikes in Lebanon, citing a breach of the US-Iran agreement. The US military disputes the closure, saying commercial shipping continued, while Iran's foreign ministry denies reports of a full shutdown. The situation remains fluid with talks between the US and Iran set to resume in Switzerland.
Al Jazeera cameraman Ahmed Wishah was killed in an Israeli strike on a house in Gaza's Bureij refugee camp. The Israeli military said he was a Hamas operative, a claim Al Jazeera rejected. At least 260 Palestinian journalists have been killed since October 2023.
US Vice-President JD Vance arrived in Switzerland to help launch negotiations with Iranian leaders on curbing Tehran's nuclear programme. The talks, mediated by Pakistan and Qatar, aim to build on a fragile interim deal to end the US-Iran war, but are complicated by fighting in Lebanon and disputes over the Strait of Hormuz.
The Israeli military announced that four soldiers were killed in Hezbollah attacks on IDF positions in southern Lebanon, including a tank strike near the village of Tebnit. The incidents occurred amid ongoing ceasefire violations, with the IDF responding with strikes on Hezbollah targets.
Iran's Supreme Leader Mojtaba Khamenei has approved a US peace deal despite reservations, but internal factional differences and hardline opposition threaten its implementation. The deal, which includes a 60-day negotiation period and the lifting of a port blockade, has also drawn criticism from Israeli political factions.
At least 16 people were killed in Israeli strikes on southern Lebanon on Saturday, local authorities said, despite reports of a new ceasefire between Israel and Hezbollah. The strikes follow a deadly exchange on Friday that derailed planned mediator talks in Switzerland. The exact status of the ceasefire remains unclear, with Hezbollah saying it will abide if Israel does.
Israeli strikes in southern Lebanon over the weekend killed at least 16 people, according to Lebanese civil defense, testing a ceasefire that took effect Friday. Israel said it was responding to projectiles fired by Hezbollah, while Hezbollah accused Israel of violations and said it remained committed to the truce.
Russian Security Council Deputy Chairman Dmitry Medvedev and Federation Council Deputy Speaker Konstantin Kosachev offer critical assessments of the US-Iran deal, arguing that Israel is the clear loser and faces a strategic dilemma, while Tehran emerges without defeat and the agreement remains fragile.
A US-Iran agreement, reportedly including sanctions relief and military de-escalation, has drawn harsh criticism from Israeli officials and analysts who argue it grants Tehran too much leverage. Reports highlight concerns over the deal's impact on Israel's security and regional stability.
After 24 hours of intense violence, Israel and Hezbollah have agreed to a ceasefire, a US official said. The truce came as the US and Iran postponed talks in Switzerland, and as the US lifted a blockade of Iranian ports, according to The Guardian. The agreement aims to preserve the recent US-Iran memorandum of understanding, which had been threatened by the renewed fighting.
As Gadi Eisenkot enters the race for prime minister, his English proficiency has become a campaign issue, with critics questioning his ability to represent Israel on the global stage. The debate highlights a trend where Israeli leaders have often been fluent in English, sparking discussions about the importance of language skills in leadership.