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US President Donald Trump has abandoned his proposal to charge a 20% fee on cargo shipping through the Strait of Hormuz, saying he will instead pursue trade and investment agreements with Gulf states. The reversal came hours before the US naval blockade of Iranian ports was set to take effect, as US and Iranian forces continued to trade strikes across the region.
Russian Foreign Minister Sergey Lavrov said the resumption of US strikes on Iran violates the memorandum of understanding between Washington and Tehran, warning that it closes the door to a peaceful resolution. Lavrov also noted that Israel and President Trump no longer recognize the memorandum, as regional security remains fragile.
Lebanon and Israel have resumed talks in Rome, mediated by the US, aiming to implement a framework agreement that calls for the phased withdrawal of Israeli forces from southern Lebanon and the disarmament of Hezbollah. Hezbollah has rejected the deal, while expectations for rapid progress remain low amidst ongoing regional tensions.
Iran's foreign ministry has condemned Britain's move to designate the Islamic Revolutionary Guard Corps as a security threat, calling it 'unjustified' and 'irresponsible.' The UK government proscribed the IRGC under fast-tracked legislation following attacks on the Jewish community and Iranian dissidents, with breaches punishable by up to 14 years in prison.
Yemen's internationally recognized government and Presidential Leadership Council have condemned an Iranian civilian flight that landed in Sanaa, carrying passengers to the funeral of Iran's late supreme leader. The coalition backing Yemen's government has vowed a forceful response to Houthi threats, while the Houthis say they prevented Saudi warplanes from blocking the aircraft.
IDF Chief of Staff Lt.-Gen. Eyal Zamir faces calls for dismissal from coalition MKs after warning against proposed legislation freezing arrests of haredi draft dodgers, while former PM Naftali Bennett defends him. The controversy highlights tensions between military leadership and government over recruitment policies.
The Israeli government is set to approve a plan diverting some NIS 568 million from a five-year plan for Arab society development to fund Shin Bet and police operations against organized crime. The move has drawn criticism from the Mossawa Center, which warns it shifts priorities from economic development to enforcement.
The Trump administration has announced a sweeping campaign against the International Criminal Court, accusing it of posing an 'intolerable threat to US sovereignty.' The EU has pushed back, defending the court's role in prosecuting war crimes and genocide.
President Trump announced the reinstatement of a blockade on Iran in the Strait of Hormuz, imposing a 20% toll on eligible cargo, but reversed the toll the next day. The move highlights the fragile ceasefire and the strategic importance of the waterway, with Iran and the US at odds over control.
The University of Melbourne's interim vice-chancellor defended the institution's response to pro-Palestinian protests during a royal commission hearing, while a Jewish professor testified about the personal toll of an office occupation. The commission heard testimony about policy changes, disciplinary outcomes, and the ongoing debate over antisemitism on campus.
The UAE Ministry of Defence reported that two Emirati oil tankers were hit by Iranian cruise missiles in the Strait of Hormuz, killing one Indian crew member and wounding eight others. The attack has drawn condemnation from the UAE and expressions of solidarity from other Gulf states.
Ukraine and nine European countries have announced the formation of an Integrated Anti-Ballistic Missile Coalition to develop a joint missile defense system. The coalition aims to provide an alternative to the US-made Patriot system and complement existing European defenses. The announcement came during a Paris summit of the 'Coalition of the Willing' as Russia's ballistic missile attacks on Ukraine continue.
Israeli authorities detained dozens of civilians after they attempted to cross from the Golan Heights into Syria, including activists from the HaBashan Pioneers settler movement. The IDF says border crossings are dangerous and a criminal offense, while the activists accuse soldiers of using severe force during their detention.
US President Donald Trump formally notified Congress that hostilities against Iran resumed on July 7, opening a new 60-day window for military action without congressional approval. The notification follows Iran's alleged violation of a June memorandum of understanding, leading to renewed strikes. Reports also detail an informal nickname for the operation and the killing of Supreme Leader Ali Khamenei.
US Representative Ro Khanna said he was detained by settlers in the West Bank, with both his account and the IDF's version revealing discrepancies. New details show the area was not a closed military zone and that Khanna had not coordinated his travel with the IDF.
Israel's Knesset passed a contentious bill enshrining Torah study as a fundamental value in the country's Basic Law, with 63 lawmakers in favor and 52 against. Critics, including opposition leaders and the Israel Democracy Institute, warn the law encourages draft evasion and harms the IDF amid a manpower shortage. Opposition leader Yair Lapid pledged to repair Israel and establish a state commission of inquiry into the October 7 attacks.
US President Donald Trump has declared the reinstatement of a naval blockade targeting Iranian vessels and cargo in the Strait of Hormuz, while stating the United States will act as guardian of the waterway and impose a 20 percent charge on cargo. The move follows renewed military exchanges between US and Iranian forces, including reported Iranian missile strikes on UAE tankers.
Yemen's internationally recognised government has claimed responsibility for a strike on Sanaa airport, saying it aimed to prevent an Iranian plane from landing. The Houthi rebels blamed Saudi Arabia and threatened retaliation, raising fears of renewed all-out war in Yemen.
Newly released Hamas documents show Yahya Sinwar believed Israel might use nuclear weapons in response to an invasion, yet he pursued his 'messianic vision' despite risking Gaza's destruction. The documents also reveal Hezbollah's false promise to join the October 7 attack and details of joint planning with Iran.
Israel is pushing to accelerate negotiations with the Trump administration on a new bilateral defense framework to replace the current Memorandum of Understanding, which expires in 2028. The talks aim to transition from 'aid' to 'partnership', with a proposed 10-year wind-down of US military aid. Time is tight as the current US Congress ends in January.