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Sen. Lindsey Graham died at 71 after a brief illness, days after meeting with Ukraine's president. Israeli leaders paid tribute, and Deputy Foreign Minister Sharren Haskel highlighted his importance and concerns about shifting support for Israel.
Israel will hold parliamentary elections on October 27, with Prime Minister Benjamin Netanyahu seeking another term. Former IDF chief Gadi Eisenkot has emerged as a main rival, with polls showing his centrist party gaining ground. The campaign has already seen contentious moments, including AI-generated attack ads and warnings about election threats.
Israeli police arrested 17-year-old Avior Sasson, the primary suspect in the July murder of Benayahu Razi in Jerusalem, after a two-week manhunt. Separately, a prison service officer was arrested for allegedly obstructing the investigation. Six individuals have been arrested overall in connection with the killing.
The Knesset's Foreign Affairs and Defense Committee approved a bill to temporarily freeze arrests of haredi draft evaders, despite legal warnings and opposition from the IDF. The bill is part of a broader legislative push by the coalition ahead of elections, with protests and criticism from former officials.
IDF Chief of Staff met with US Marine commander to advance Lebanon-related coordination, while IDF officers express doubt about the Lebanese army's ability to counter Hezbollah's rearmament efforts.
Rabbi Yitzhak Yosef, the spiritual leader of Shas, has publicly criticized Prime Minister Benjamin Netanyahu and suggested the party could support rival Gadi Eisenkot. Reports of a potential alliance were denied by Yosef's office, and Eisenkot distanced himself from the endorsement. The remarks come amid coalition tensions over haredi-backed legislation and IDF manpower concerns.
Fresh US military strikes on Iran prompted Tehran to announce the closure of the Strait of Hormuz and to attack targets in several Gulf states. The escalation follows Iran's strike on a container ship, and regional governments report interceptions and damage. US Central Command maintains that commercial traffic continues to flow through the strait.
Following Sheikh Hamad bin Khalifa Al Thani's death at 74, Al Jazeera reflects on his 18-year reign that transformed Qatar from a quiet peninsula to a regional power through soft power, media, and mediation.
The Australian federal government is introducing a legally enforceable anti-racism standard for universities, requiring them to adopt definitions of antisemitism, Islamophobia, and racism towards Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islander people. The standard, part of a broader response to the Bondi incident and the Respect at Uni report, also includes transparency measures for vice-chancellor salaries and consultant spending.
MK Zvi Sukkot's visit to the Bedouin city of Rahat sparked clashes and school closures, as residents attempted to prevent the tour. The visit is part of his role as chairman of the Knesset Education Committee, following a similar protest in Umm el-Fahm.
The Israel-Gaza war has become a central issue in Michigan's competitive Senate primary, pitting progressive Abdul El-Sayed against moderate Haley Stevens. The race highlights deep divisions within the Democratic Party over US support for Israel, with significant outside spending and shifting voter sentiment.
US Senator Lindsey Graham, a prominent Republican from South Carolina and a key ally of President Donald Trump, has died at 71 after a brief and sudden illness. Tributes have come from figures including Ukraine's president and the Rwandan government, as his death prompts political calculations ahead of midterm elections.
US Senator Lindsey Graham has died at the age of 71 after a brief and sudden illness, his office announced. President Donald Trump ordered American flags lowered to half-mast in his honor. Graham was known for his anti-Russian stance and his support for Israel and a US military campaign against Iran.
A new AP-NORC poll reveals that 44% of American Jews have a favorable view of New York City Mayor Zohran Mamdani, compared to 32% for Israeli Prime Minister Benjamin Netanyahu. The findings have sparked commentary on the state of American Jewry's relationship with Israel, with some outlets framing it as a sign of fraying solidarity. The poll also shows majority disapproval of Netanyahu and mixed views on US support for Israelis and Palestinians.
US Representative Ro Khanna was detained by Israeli settlers in the West Bank, an incident that has sparked debate over the details and the importance of IDF coordination. Israeli sources dispute parts of Khanna's account, while police arrested four suspects in a separate attack on a CNN crew.
According to CBS News, no US negotiators attended consultations on Iran in Oman on July 11, with the US engaging remotely with Omani and Qatari counterparts. The talks follow renewed US airstrikes on Iran and Iranian strikes on US bases, amid ongoing diplomatic efforts.
Venezuela's National Assembly president reported that the death toll from the June 24 earthquakes has risen to 4,333, with 16,740 injured and about 17,000 homeless. Israel's aid delegation has extended its mission and is helping with structural assessments, while interim President Delcy Rodriguez renewed calls for sanctions to be lifted.
The Israeli government's decision to defy a Supreme Court ruling on media regulation has triggered warnings of a constitutional crisis, with critics accusing the government of seeking to control the media and consolidate power.
Iran's Supreme Leader Mojtaba Khamenei has vowed revenge against the US and Israel for the killing of his father, Ali Khamenei, in February's strikes. The vow comes amid escalating threats between Washington and Tehran, with the US demanding Iran open the Strait of Hormuz and Iranian diplomats shuttling to regional talks.
President Donald Trump warned that the US would 'completely decimate' Iran if it attempted to assassinate him, while Iran's new supreme leader vowed revenge for the killing of his father. The escalating rhetoric follows renewed exchanges of fire in the Middle East conflict, with Qatari mediators reportedly working to de-escalate tensions.