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AI summaryIsraeli air attacks on southern and eastern Lebanon have killed at least eight people, according to Lebanese officials, days after a US-brokered ceasefire extension was agreed. The strikes, which drew condemnation from Hezbollah and raised tensions, come as the truce—first signed in April—continues to be violated. Lebanon's Health Ministry reports more than 2,800 deaths since March.
AI summaryPrime Minister Benjamin Netanyahu told the cabinet that Israel is stepping up its fight against FPV drones, including by studying Ukraine conflict experience. He announced a dedicated team with unlimited budget and defended the IDF's drone mitigation record after a report said it cannot destroy Hezbollah drones.
AI summaryA drone strike near the UAE's Barakah nuclear power plant caused a fire but no radiation leak or injuries, authorities said. The UAE's foreign ministry called the incident a 'dangerous escalation' without naming a culprit, as speculation points to Iran amid stalled ceasefire negotiations.
AI summaryAs the IDF faces a severe shortage of combat soldiers, female combat troops have become a critical asset. But extremist rabbis and a 'Tel Aviv faction' are pulling the military in opposite directions over mixed-gender service, threatening to tear Israeli society apart.
AI summaryYasser Abbas, son of Palestinian President Mahmoud Abbas, has been elected to Fatah's Central Committee, a move that fuels succession speculation. Critics question his ability to unify Palestinians, while the party faces internal and external pressures.
AI summaryPrime Minister Benjamin Netanyahu said Israel has nearly completed its goal of eliminating those who orchestrated the October 7 attacks. The statement followed the killing of Hamas armed wing commander Ezzedine al-Haddad in an Israeli airstrike. Multiple outlets report that Israel has killed several Hamas leaders during the war, and Netanyahu reiterated Israeli control over 60% of Gaza.
AI summaryMultiple media reports allege Israel operated covert military bases in Iraq to support operations during the war with Iran, with one base serving as a logistics hub and rescue point. Iraqi officials have protested the violation of sovereignty, and at least one Iraqi soldier was reportedly killed in an incident near one base. The claims draw on reports from The Wall Street Journal, The New York Times, and Israeli sources.
AI summaryA New York Times report claims Israel built two secret military bases in Iraq's western desert, used to support operations against Iran. The report alleges a Bedouin shepherd was killed after discovering one site, and that Washington had prior knowledge.
AI summaryFormer Israeli finance minister Moshe Kahlon is set to admit to failing to ensure proper reporting of financial irregularities at UnetCredit as part of a plea agreement, which includes a suspended prison term and a fine. The agreement was filed with the Tel Aviv District Court’s Economic Department and remains subject to court approval.
AI summaryReports indicate the Trump administration has encouraged the UAE to become more directly involved in the conflict with Iran, with discussions reportedly including the seizure of Iran's Lavan Island. The UAE and Saudi Arabia have conducted secret strikes against Iranian targets in response to Iranian attacks, while the UAE has sought to coordinate with Gulf neighbors.
AI summaryA security source told Israeli public broadcaster Kan that even occupying southern Lebanon would not eliminate Hezbollah's explosive drones or rockets, and that a political breakthrough is needed. The IDF has struggled against FPV drones, despite deploying new countermeasures and pilot programs.
AI summaryFrench police arrested six people for unfurling a Palestinian flag from the Eiffel Tower. Climate activist group Extinction Rebellion France claimed responsibility, saying it was a message of support for Palestinians on the 78th anniversary of the Nakba.
AI summaryIsrael launched airstrikes on southern Lebanon on Saturday, killing six people including three paramedics, despite a 45-day extension of a ceasefire agreed a day earlier. The strikes triggered new displacement and raised fears of a return to full-scale war, while Hezbollah claimed attacks on Israeli troops and diplomatic efforts remain fragile.
AI summaryHezbollah has escalated drone warfare against Israel, using small FPV drones and fiber-optic technology to evade defenses. The Israeli military struggles to counter these attacks, with reports of casualties and strategic threats.
AI summaryFIFA Secretary-General Mattias Grafstrom met with Iranian football officials in Istanbul, expressing confidence about Iran's participation in the 2026 World Cup despite tensions following US and Israeli attacks. The talks addressed Iran's concerns, including visa issues after federation president Mehdi Taj was denied entry to Canada. Iran's matches are scheduled in the US, and FIFA is working to ensure a secure environment.
AI summaryIsraeli author Lihi Lapid's experience publishing two books in the US highlights the shift in Jewish-American relations after October 7. Her first book faced rejection from Manhattan bookstores, while her second, published by a small Jewish press, became a bestseller, illustrating the changing cultural landscape.
AI summaryNoam Bettan, Israel's Eurovision contestant, has advanced to the final of the 70th Eurovision Song Contest in Vienna after a series of well-received rehearsals. His journey has been marked by boycotts from five countries, anti-Israel protests, and heightened security measures, including FBI support against cyber threats.
AI summaryHamas has confirmed the death of Izz al-Din al-Haddad, head of its armed wing, in an Israeli strike on Gaza. The attack killed seven people, including three women and a child, and wounded dozens more. Israeli officials said they targeted al-Haddad for his role in the October 7 attacks.
AI summaryThe Eurovision Song Contest final in Vienna features 25 countries, including Israel, despite a boycott by five nations over Israel's military offensive in Gaza. Finland's duo and Australia's Delta Goodrem lead the bookmakers' favorites, while protests and counter-demonstrations mark the event.
AI summaryNew York City Mayor Zohran Mamdani has faced criticism over his handling of antisemitism-related executive orders, his criticism of a West Bank settlement property expo, and his wife's social media activity, as reported by the Jerusalem Post.