Cruz, Graham and Pompeo warn emerging Iran deal would strengthen Tehran and threaten Israel Former Sec. of State Mike Pompeo: 'Open the damned strait. Deny Iran access to money. Take out enough Iranian capability ...' May 24, 2026
Iran warns talks will collapse over two issues 'There will be no agreement if the United States insists on these points,' Iran told Pakistan. May 24, 2026
France bans Ben-Gvir over flotilla video Responding to criticism, Ben-Gvir said Israel should focus on deterrence and national security rather than international reaction to the incident. May 23, 2026
Israel excluded from Iran talks as rift emerges between Netanyahu and Trump – report Netanyahu convened a meeting of his security cabinet over what he viewed as a proposal unfavorable to Israel. May 23, 2026
Iran says nuclear demands could derail talks with US N12 reported that the current deal under discussion does not address Iran’s nuclear program, at least initially. May 23, 2026
Fetterman chief of staff resigns over senator’s pro-Israel stance Cabelle St. John reportedly took issue with Fetterman's pro-Israel stance and willingness to cooperate with Trump. May 21, 2026
Israel formed secret task force to hunt Oct. 7 attackers The unit reportedly coordinates targeted strikes carried out primarily by the Israeli Air Force in Gaza and in neighboring countries. May 21, 2026
US intelligence says Iran rebuilding drone capabilities faster than expected One US official told CNN that some assessments indicate Iran may be able to fully restore its drone strike capability within six months. May 21, 2026
Seven IDF soldiers wounded in southern Lebanon drone strikes; female soldier seriously hurt Separately, two wounded IDF soldiers have regained full consciousness and were recovering after passing the danger stage. May 21, 2026
San Diego mosque shooters denied Holocaust, called Jews the ‘universal enemy’ The text stated that all global problems 'can be traced back to or be caused by one group: the Jews.' May 20, 2026
Netanyahu visits Jordan border, says ‘our enemies want to invade Israel’ Netanyahu and Smotrich previously toured the area to discuss plans for a fortified barrier. May 20, 2026
Ben-Gvir defends confronting flotilla detainees after criticism from FM Sa’ar Responding directly to the foreign minister, Ben-Gvir accused Sa’ar of showing weakness toward Israel’s enemies. May 20, 2026
Trump, Netanyahu reportedly differ over Arab-backed proposal to renew Iran talks Netanyahu expressed skepticism about the initiative and favored continued US military pressure on Iran to weaken the regime. May 20, 2026
Trump tells reporters he was ‘one hour away’ from launching attack against Iran before delay Trump said preparations for a possible attack had been completed before the decision was paused. May 19, 2026
Major (res.) Itamar Sapir killed in combat in southern Lebanon A terrorist fired at Israeli forces from the vicinity of a church while troops were operating in southern Lebanon. May 19, 2026
Iran demands US withdrawal and sanctions relief in ceasefire proposal Reuters reported that Tehran’s latest proposal was similar to an earlier offer that President Trump rejected last week. May 19, 2026
US seizes Iran-linked oil tanker in Indian Ocean, report says The tanker, identified as the Skywave, had been sanctioned by the United States in March over its alleged role in carrying Iranian oil. May 19, 2026
US offers $15 million reward for information on IRGC’s financial network The notice stated that people providing information could qualify for financial rewards and relocation assistance. May 19, 2026
German intelligence agency says some watermelon symbols deny Israel’s right to exist The German intelligence agency said the symbol becomes extremist imagery when used to depict the elimination of Israel as a state. May 18, 2026
Trump says he is ‘not open’ to compromise with Iran: ‘They know what’s going to happen soon’ Trump will convene his national security team on Tuesday to discuss potential military action against Iran. May 18, 2026
Mamdani defends Nakba Day post, says he planned to appear in the video Mamdani said he had planned to appear in the video himself but 'did fall sick' and did not want to 'create any kind of complications.' May 18, 2026
Trump to hold meeting on military options for Iran as US says Tehran proposal ‘not sufficient’ Iran has not yet provided a clear answer regarding what concessions it is prepared to make on uranium enrichment. May 18, 2026
Hamas chief broke his own security rules before IDF killed him Izz ad-Din al-Haddad was regarded as one of the principal architects of the Oct. 7h massacre and a longtime builder of Hamas terror infrastructure. May 17, 2026
‘Go take em’: US encourages UAE to take Lavan Island, assume larger role against Iran Lavan Island was reportedly targeted in covert Emirati military strikes in early April. May 17, 2026
4 soldiers wounded, one seriously, overnight in southern Lebanon The incident occurred as Israeli forces continued operations in southern Lebanon amid ongoing cross-border hostilities. May 17, 2026
US reportedly preparing possible large-scale strike on Iran as early as Monday Plans include operations raids and commando missions intended to directly target nuclear development and enrichment facilities. May 17, 2026
Influential Israeli rabbi calls for synagogue to be built on Temple Mount 'For 2,000 years we were in exile, so they built this structure here, but in truth, the First Temple and Second Temple were here, and the Third Temple will be here.' May 16, 2026
German courts allow anti-Israel protest camp at Holocaust deportation site in Hamburg The courts ruled that city authorities and police had not provided sufficient legal grounds to prohibit or relocate the encampment. May 16, 2026
Justice Department seeks death penalty in killing of Israeli Embassy staffers in Washington Rodriguez is accused of killing Yaron Lischinsky, 30, and Sarah Milgrim, 26, on May 21, 2025, as the pair was leaving an event at a Jewish museum. May 16, 2026
Trump says a ‘real’ 20-year halt to Iranian uranium enrichment might be enough Trump: 'Twenty years is enough, but the level of guarantee from them, in other words it's got to be a real 20 years."' May 16, 2026
US calls Israel-Lebanon peace talks ‘productive’ amid Hezbollah’s continued attacks Beirut participated in the negotiations despite objections from Hezbollah, which opposes the diplomatic discussions. May 15, 2026
Swastika banner raised over NYU graduation event sparks antisemitism probe The flag featured two Nazi swastikas surrounding a Star of David designed in a style resembling the Israeli flag. May 15, 2026
Report says IDF chief met UAE leaders despite Emirati denial of wartime visit The UAE Foreign Ministry publicly rejected reports that Netanyahu secretly traveled to the Emirates during the conflict and met the president. May 15, 2026
Rights group denounces ‘psychological torture’ on families of executed protester The organization said the actions were intended to intimidate the wider public and discourage protest activity. May 15, 2026
Ben-Gvir says Israel has ‘restored sovereignty’ on the Temple Mount The Temple Mount is considered the holiest site in Judaism. May 14, 2026
Trump may strike Iran after returning from China – Axios Potential targets have already been identified within Iran’s infrastructure. May 14, 2026
UAE angered by leak over reported Netanyahu wartime visit after public denial The United Arab Emirates Foreign Ministry publicly denied reports that Netanyahu secretly visited the country during the war with Iran. May 14, 2026
Iran restored access to most missile sites after US-Israel strikes – NYT The reports also claimed that Iran still possesses roughly 70% of its prewar missile stockpile and mobile launch systems. May 13, 2026
Murkowski flip puts 3 Republicans against Trump’s Iran war in close Senate vote Democratic Sen. John Fetterman of Pennsylvania was the only member of his party to oppose the measure to end the war. May 13, 2026
Netanyahu reveals secret UAE trip during Iran war; UAE denies The dramatic disclosure follows earlier reporting that Israel’s intelligence chiefs were also operating behind the scenes in the Gulf. May 13, 2026
Pakistan allegedly supplied ship intelligence to IRGC in Hormuz passage deal Iraq also reached a similar arrangement with Tehran, providing information on vessels transiting the strait. May 13, 2026
Netanyahu says Israel could enter Iran to remove uranium stockpiles Netanyahu said he believed the uranium could be physically removed but a negotiated arrangement would be preferable. May 12, 2026
China rejects Netanyahu’s claim that Beijing aided Iranian missile production Netanyahu said in an interview with CBS’s '60 Minutes' that China had provided 'a certain amount of support' for Iranian missile manufacturing. May 12, 2026
Saudi Arabia carried out covert strikes inside Iran during war – report One source described them as 'Tit-for-tat strikes in response to attacks Saudi Arabia had suffered.' May 12, 2026
Pennsylvania Justice David Wecht leaves Democratic Party over antisemitism Wecht also criticized the Democratic Party’s response in 2019 after Rep. Ilhan Omar, D-Minn., made antisemitic remarks. May 12, 2026
Israel denies entry to US YouTuber Tyler Oliveira over alleged antisemitic content Oliveira claimed he intended to 'expose the invasion of the Jewish community.' May 11, 2026
Netanyahu: ‘Everybody bears some responsibility’ for Oct. 7, ‘from the prime minister down’ Netanyahu said defense and intelligence officials had repeatedly assured him before the attack that Hamas was 'deterred.' May 11, 2026
Trump threatens renewed military action as Iran talks collapse over nuclear demands Iranian officials also refused to surrender enriched uranium stockpiles as part of any future agreement. May 11, 2026
Democratic senator accuses party of hypocrisy on antisemitism Josh Gottheimer’s criticism reflects broader tensions within the Democratic Party between centrist and progressive factions over Israel policy and the definition of antisemitism. May 11, 2026
Trump blasts ‘SUCKER’ Obama for enriching Iran, forbids regime from approaching buried uranium Trump repeated that the United States remains committed to preventing Tehran from obtaining nuclear weapons. May 10, 2026
Iran sends ceasefire response to US through Pakistani mediators Last week, Iran said US military activity in the Persian Gulf had deepened doubts in Tehran regarding Washington’s intentions. May 10, 2026
Iran ultra-hardliners push to derail potential US agreement Members of the group oppose engagement with the US and have argued publicly that Iran should continue confronting Washington rather than pursue compromise. May 9, 2026
Three IDF soldiers wounded by Hezbollah drone as war rages despite ‘ceasefire’ The military said Hezbollah continued carrying out drone attacks against Israeli troops operating in southern Lebanon throughout the day. May 9, 2026
If Iran talks fail, US could target missiles, ports and IRGC infrastructure The discussions remain fragile amid continued distrust between Washington and Tehran. May 9, 2026
Judge orders Pro-Hamas US group to disclose foreign donors The judge ordered the CAIR Foundation to provide records identifying certain foreign donors and fund recipients. May 8, 2026
Three IDF soldiers and one civilian arrested for alleged Iran espionage The four were arrested on suspicion of carrying out complex tasks under the direction of Iranian handlers. May 8, 2026
Hezbollah drones wound three IDF soldiers, one seriously and two moderately The IDF Spokesperson’s Unit described the incident as 'another violation of the ceasefire understandings by the terrorist organization.' May 8, 2026
UAE donates $100 million to Board of Peace for Gaza police force The Gaza police force would be responsible for confiscating weapons held by Hamas. May 8, 2026
UK envoy says Britain boosting security for Jewish communities amid antisemitism surge UK envoy says Britain boosting security for Jewish communities amid antisemitism surge May 7, 2026
IDF says it killed former hostage Mia Schem’s captor The French-Israeli citizen was abducted from the Nova music festival near Re’im after being shot in the arm during the attack. May 7, 2026
