Can political novice Eisenkot defeat Netanyahu in upcoming elections? The former military chief of staff is emerging as the prime minister's strongest rival in upcoming elections, overtaking former Prime Minister Naftali Bennett in recent polls. Israel
Amnesty International accuses Israel of state-led ethnic cleansing in West Bank In a new report, Amnesty International said that the escalating forced displacement and settlement expansion in the occupied West Bank is part of a state-led campaign to control the Palestinian territory. Palestine
Ireland bans hard-line Israeli ministers Ben-Gvir, Smotrich: What to know Ireland joined France and the United Kingdom in banning Israel's far-right and pro-settler ministers. Israel
Record Israeli arms exports highlight global rush for air defense Rocket and air defense systems sales accounted for 29% of Israel's defense exports in 2025. Israel
Israeli singer and peace activist Noa: 'There must be another way' The singer Noa, one of Israel’s most prominent peace and democracy activists, wants Israelis to change the government and choose dialogue with the Palestinians. Israel
In shadow of Gaza, Christmas is canceled in Israel this year Against the backdrop of the war in Gaza, Arab Israeli municipalities — including in Nazareth, Jerusalem and Haifa — canceled all grand Christmas celebrations. Israel
Analysis Hamas popularity triples in West Bank since Oct. 7, US support at 0% The Palestinian Center for Policy and Survey Research’s most recent public opinion poll shows most Palestinians support Hamas’ Oct. 7 attack on Israel despite the death in Gaza and do not believe the group committed atrocities. By Adam Lucente In New York City, reporting on regional news, militancy, climate change
US, Arab partners raise the stakes for Israel in post-war Gaza A Palestinian state may again be the price for Saudi normalization. Israel
Houthi attacks: Hundreds of ships to reroute from Red Sea, 44% cost spike for China The Red Sea is one of the world’s most important shipping routes for oil, fuel and consumer goods, and shipments between Asia and Europe typically go through the sea and the Suez Canal. Yemen
EU adopts $130 million aid package for Palestinians The European Commission approved the first part of an aid package for the Palestinians in 2024, with the adoption of the second part expected early next year. Palestine
UNSC passes watered-down Gaza resolution as US refrains from veto The move offered a rare breakthrough at the UNSC after days of intense negotiations to avert a US veto. Palestine
Analysis As Hezbollah clashes intensify, Israel pours cold water on Lebanon deal Hezbollah's increasing provocations give Israel cause for concern, as the country lacks the energy to take on another enemy far more powerful than Hamas. By Ben Caspit In Tel Aviv, reporting on national security, Israeli politics, defense
How Starbucks fell from favor with pro-Israel and pro-Palestinian activists The coffee giant is no stranger to frothy accusations of being pro-Israel, and now a pro-Palestinian post on one of its union's social media accounts has sparked a boycott. Israel
