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
CIA says Iran could withstand blockade for months; intelligence says missile arsenal remains largely intact Iran’s leadership has become increasingly radicalized, determined, and confident in its ability to outlast US political resolve. May 7, 2026
Saudi Arabia, Kuwait lift restrictions on US Project Freedom in Strait of Hormuz Pentagon officials told the newspaper the operation could resume as early as this week. May 7, 2026
Son of senior Hamas leader Khalil al-Hayya reported killed in Gaza strike The source said he was considered a supporter and assistant to terrorist activity but was not specifically targeted by the IDF. May 6, 2026
Trump gives Iran one week to reach deal, warns bombing will resume if talks fail Trump said any agreement would depend on Tehran accepting previously discussed terms. May 6, 2026
Most Israelis say ending Iran war now would not serve security interests, poll finds The findings showed that 62% of respondents believe another large-scale confrontation with Iran is likely, while 30% said the possibility of renewed fighting is low. May 6, 2026
Miss Israel says NYC first lady ended cafe conversation after learning she was Israeli Shiraz said the tone of the conversation shifted after she introduced herself as Miss Israel. May 6, 2026
Palestinian photographer whose photos fueled debunked Gaza famine narrative awarded Pulitzer Prize Israel has rejected accusations that it is using hunger as a weapon, saying any shortages are a result of the war and Hamas actions. May 5, 2026
Trump says Iran should ‘wave the white flag of surrender,’ and its military strikes resemble ‘peashooters’ Trump also praised the US blockade of Iranian ports, describing it as highly effective. May 5, 2026
White House warned Iran before launching Hormuz operation – report The warning was conveyed on Sunday and coincided with a Truth Social post by President Donald Trump later that day. May 5, 2026
Pennsylvania Senate candidate arrested for alleged death threats against Trump, lawmaker Chandler's campaign platform included proposals such as 'Tax the Billionaires,' abolishing ICE, and implementing universal basic income. May 4, 2026
Obama says Netanyahu tried to push US into war with Iran Instead of pursuing joint strikes with Israel, Obama said he prioritized diplomacy with Iran. May 4, 2026
Trump threatens to ‘blow Iran off the face of the Earth’ if it attacks US ships U.S. Central Command (CENTCOM) denied Monday that Iran struck an American warship near the Strait of Hormuz. May 4, 2026
Iran strikes UAE oil complex, wounding 3; IDF maintains readiness A senior IDF official said there was no change to Israel’s home front directives. May 4, 2026
Knesset debate ensues over poisoned produce from the Palestinian Authority The Civil Administration assessed that approximately 30,000 tons of vegetables were smuggled without supervision. May 3, 2026
Trump rejects Iran’s 14-point ceasefire plan as ‘not acceptable’ Only in a later stage does the plan propose opening discussions on the nuclear issue. May 3, 2026
Statue of Pharaoh who clashed with Moses discovered in Egypt Ramses II is thought to be the Pharaoh described in the Biblical account of Moses and the enslavement of the Jewish People in Egypt. May 3, 2026
US watchdog links 4 more UNRWA staff with Hamas affiliation to Oct. 7 attacks The latest findings brings the number of individuals alleged to have participated in Oct. 7 attacks to seven and the number of Hamas affiliated employees to 14. May 3, 2026
UK Police Chief warns Jews face ‘greatest ever threat’ after antisemitic attacks Britain’s official terror threat level was raised from substantial to severe following Wednesday’s stabbing attack in Golders Green. May 2, 2026
Trump tells Congress fighting between US and Iran ‘terminated’ ahead of War Powers deadline Trump also raised objections to the War Powers Resolution itself, stating, 'Every other president considered it totally unconstitutional, and we agree with that.' May 2, 2026
Iran says war likely to start again after Trump nixes new proposal Trump has repeatedly said that any agreement must address Iran’s nuclear program. May 2, 2026
Israel sends 175 flotilla passengers to Crete, 2 detained on suspicion of terror ties, illegal activities Israel's Foreign Ministry: 'This flotilla, led by Hamas, is another provocation intended to divert attention from Hamas’ refusal to disarm.' May 1, 2026
Israel is preparing for conflict in Iran to restart after Trump briefed by CENTCOM An additional option includes a special forces mission to secure Iran’s enriched uranium stockpile. May 1, 2026
Mamdani accuses Israel of violating international law for intercepting Gaza flotilla The Global Sumud Flotilla has documented ties to Hamas. May 1, 2026
French party leader Bardella backs Israel’s campaign against Hezbollah, calls it fight for survival Bardella said Hezbollah should be disarmed and characterized Israeli operations as justified. April 30, 2026
Beersheba doctor charged with pledging allegiance to ISIS, making poisons and explosives Azaam shared videos of October 7 atrocities with friends and reportedly expressed joy at the footage. April 30, 2026
Gen. Dan Caine tells senators Russia aiding Iran war effort While declining to provide classified details in a public setting, Caine said, 'There's definitely some action there.' April 30, 2026
