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
With Hungary’s ICC U-turn, Israel loses a key European ally Hungary’s parliament voted to remain in the International Criminal Court, reversing a planned withdrawal and marking a shift in Budapest’s approach to Israel and the EU. Israel
Who was Mohammed Odeh, Hamas military commander killed by Israel in Gaza? Odeh was killed in a Tuesday strike in the Palestinian enclave just days after he assumed his leadership position. Palestine
Newsletter: Daily Briefing Iran’s Bagheri: No deal on Hormuz yet By Ezgi Akin In Ankara, reporting on diplomacy, EU-Turkey ties, NATO
Interview Ahmad Tibi says Arab parties in Israel can block Netanyahu without joining next government Ahmad Tibi Israeli Arab lawmaker
Newsletter: Daily Briefing Iran revises proposal as Trump ramps up warnings By Ezgi Akin In Ankara, reporting on diplomacy, EU-Turkey ties, NATO
Funeral of Shireen Abu Akleh stormed by Israeli police Videos showing Israeli police officers beating and kicking mourners at the funeral of Shireen Abu Akleh in Jerusalem have gone viral. Palestine
Palestinian journalist Shireen Abu Akleh's colleagues recount her killing The journalists with Shireen Abu Akleh when she was shot described it as among the worst experiences of their lives. Palestine
Hamas appeals to Russia for support in confrontation with Israel A Hamas delegation visited Moscow at a time when relations between Russia and Israel are taking a more tense turn due to Israel’s position in the Russia-Ukraine war. Palestine
Hamas expands confrontation with Israel to West Bank In a rare move, Hamas’ military wing claimed responsibility for a deadly shooting at a settlement in the West Bank, in a sign that the resistance may change tactics in its confrontations against Israel. Palestine
Hamas seeks to open new battlefront within Israel's borders Hamas is urging Arabs of Israel to escalate their attacks against Israelis inside Israel, as part of efforts to confuse the Israeli army in the event of a war with Gaza. Palestine
World Bank praises Palestinian easing of COVID rules, criticizes Israeli control The international financial body recommended several governance reforms for the Palestinian Authority to increase economic growth. Palestine
Islamic Jihad claims new drones made in Gaza As the Palestinian factions in the Gaza Strip compete to develop new advanced weapons, the Islamic Jihad’s military wing announced for the first time a new drone capable of carrying small-sized missiles. Palestine
Hamas fears warming in Turkey-Israel ties Turkey has asked some Hamas members to leave Turkey and prevented others from entering the country. Palestine
Culture 4,500-year-old Canaanite statue discovered in Gaza A farmer found the treasure by chance while plowing his Gaza field. Palestine
Israel reopens crossing to Gaza workers After Gaza took huge financial and economic losses in just three days of closure, Israel has reopened the border to a small number of workers. Palestine
Hamas gains popularity in Jerusalem amid ongoing violence Hamas’ popularity has increased during the recent escalation of violence in Jerusalem, in addition to its role as a political player in the region. Palestine
Culture Palestinian woman breaks male monopoly on folk art of zajal Aida Abu Farha is a Palestinian woman who excels in writing and singing zajal, after years of this oral poetry art form being the preserve of men. Palestine
