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50 years after Operation Entebbe, Israel honors fallen commander Yoni Netanyahu

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.

1 outlet · 2 articles Jul 2

Gaza war’s 1,000 days: 90% of strip ‘destroyed’, 80% ‘seized’ by Israel

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.

2 outlets · 3 articles Jul 2

ICC 'concerned' over withdrawal of Mali, Burkina Faso and Niger

Burkina Faso, Mali and Niger have officially initiated their withdrawal from the International Criminal Court, a process they first signaled in September. The ICC has voiced concern, warning that such departures risk undermining global justice efforts, while the Sahel states have denounced the court as a tool of neocolonial repression.

2 outlets · 4 articles Jul 2

Oil prices fall to levels not seen since start of US-Israel war on Iran

Brent crude fell below $71 a barrel, reaching levels not seen since before the US-Israel war on Iran began, as Qatar reported 'positive progress' in US-Iran talks and US Energy Secretary Chris Wright said Hormuz flows are near pre-war levels. Prices have dropped more than 38% from their post-war peak, driven by easing supply concerns and cautious optimism.

1 outlet · 2 articles Jul 2

Trump sees progress as US and Iran hold talks in Qatar

Indirect talks between the United States and Iran in Doha have concluded with both sides reporting progress, including the establishment of a communications channel to address breaches of their memorandum of understanding. President Donald Trump says the denuclearisation of Iran is moving well, while mediators Qatar and Pakistan describe positive momentum.

5 outlets · 5 articles Jul 2

Israel kills three Palestinians in Gaza despite ‘ceasefire’

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.

1 outlet · 3 articles Jul 1

Knesset passes in first reading bill to enshrine Torah study into Basic Law

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.

1 outlet · 2 articles Jul 1

Oil shipments through Strait of Hormuz rise to 10 mln barrels per day — media

Daily oil shipments through the Strait of Hormuz have exceeded 10 million barrels, according to a US administration official cited by Bloomberg. The increase follows the reopening of the waterway after the US-Israeli military operation against Iran, with Saudi Arabia conducting its largest shipment since February.

1 outlet · 2 articles Jul 1

Israeli humanitarian team arrives in Venezuela following devastating earthquake

An Israeli humanitarian delegation has arrived in Venezuela to assist in post-earthquake recovery efforts, amid a lack of diplomatic relations between the two countries for 17 years. Led by Ambassador Yoed Magen and Brig.-Gen. Elad Edri, the team will share expertise in earthquake response and help assess damaged buildings.

1 outlet · 3 articles Jul 1

Israel Defence Minister says troops to stay ‘indefinitely’ in Lebanon, Syria, Gaza

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.

2 outlets · 3 articles Jul 1

China's ethnic unity law comes into force despite overseas criticism

China's new Law on Promoting Ethnic Unity and Progress came into effect on July 1, 2026, aiming to forge a shared national identity among its 55 ethnic minority groups. The law has drawn criticism from rights groups, the UN, Taiwan, and the Australian government, who warn it could threaten minority freedoms and enable transnational repression.

5 outlets · 7 articles Jul 1

BoP says UNRWA 'has no place' in Gaza as COGAT launches pilot program for returning residents

The Board of Peace, created under US President Donald Trump, declared that UNRWA is excluded from Gaza's future, prompting Palestinian Authority officials to reject the move as politically motivated. Israel's COGAT launched a pilot program relocating security screenings for returning residents, while the IDF reported killing a Hamas commander.

2 outlets · 3 articles Jul 1

No plans to withdraw from security zones in Lebanon, Syria, Gaza — Israeli minister

Israeli Defense Minister Israel Katz said the IDF will only partially withdraw from security zones in Lebanon, Syria, and Gaza, contradicting US statements about a full pullout. The pilot withdrawal program in southern Lebanon will focus on areas between the Yellow Line and the Litani River, while Katz cited the continued presence of Hezbollah fighters.

2 outlets · 3 articles Jul 1

Judicial Selection Committee picks 26 more judges, registrars after extended freeze

Israel's Judicial Selection Committee appointed 26 judges and senior registrars, ending a year-and-a-half freeze, while the High Court heard arguments on a law critics say would politicize judicial appointments.

1 outlet · 2 articles Jul 1

‘Will not leave’: Is Israel killing the US-Iran MoU by staying in Lebanon?

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.

2 outlets · 2 articles Jul 1

US signs agreement to build permanent embassy in Jerusalem

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.

1 outlet · 2 articles Jul 1

Canada will take part in Eurovision Song Contest 2027

Canada will send an act to the Eurovision Song Contest for the first time in 2027, following CBC/Radio-Canada's full membership in the European Broadcasting Union. The announcement, made on Canada Day, makes Canada the first new country to join since Australia in 2015.

4 outlets · 5 articles Jul 1

The new US-Israel-Lebanon deal reshapes the fight against Hezbollah - opinion

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.

1 outlet · 2 articles Jul 1

Israel looks from the Mediterranean to India for a new strategic front to contain Iran - analysis

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.

1 outlet · 2 articles Jul 1

US, Iran officials hold indirect talks in Qatar to try to end war: diplomat

US and Iranian officials have begun indirect talks in Doha, Qatar, to discuss implementing a memorandum of understanding that includes a 60-day ceasefire and the reopening of the Strait of Hormuz. The talks cover the unfreezing of Iranian assets, the release of stranded seafarers, and Iran's plan to charge tolls in the strait, with Qatar and Pakistan serving as mediators.

2 outlets · 2 articles Jul 1