Smotrich barred from France as six nations target Israeli leaders, communities in Judea and Samaria The announcement came as France joined Australia, the United Kingdom, Canada, Norway, and New Zealand in unveiling coordinated sanctions targeting Israeli communities and individuals living in Judea and Samaria. June 9, 2026
Trump demands retaliation after probe connects Apache helicopter downing to Iran The two crew members aboard the helicopter survived. June 9, 2026
Israeli security cabinet approves automatic Beirut strike policy for Hezbollah attacks The move grants broader operational authority to the security establishment in an effort to enable a faster response to attacks from Lebanon. June 9, 2026
Irish football association requests neutral venue for Israel match Irish sports organizations have previously taken anti-Israel positions in sporting events. June 8, 2026
Report reveals Qatari funding for Muslim Brotherhood-linked groups across Europe The network provides indirect support to terrorist organizations, including Hamas. June 8, 2026
Netanyahu says Israel will exercise self-defense rights ‘whenever necessary’ The prime minister said the latest exchange of fire stemmed from attempts by Iran and Hezbollah to establish what he called an unacceptable new reality. June 8, 2026
Trump tells Iran to ‘make a deal,’ says he will convince Netanyahu not to strike back Despite the attack, the president indicated he remained optimistic that an agreement could be finalized soon. June 7, 2026
Iran fires 10 barrages of missiles at Israel after threatening retaliation for Beirut strikes Home Front Command distributed warning messages to residents and instructed people in affected areas to move into protected spaces when alerted. June 7, 2026
Russia advances $30 Billion El Dabaa nuclear plant in Egypt The first reactor units are expected to be connected to Egypt’s electrical grid in 2027 or 2028. June 7, 2026
‘Bring the US empire down by any means necessary,’ says NY professor Mullin defended Iran’s military establishment, including the Islamic Revolutionary Guard Corps, and portrayed the Iranian state as acting in the interests of workers. June 7, 2026
Israeli officials say Iran is stalling US talks to rebuild military Iran continues to maintain 460 kilograms of uranium enriched to 60% in underground facilities, according to Israeli defense officials. June 7, 2026
Lebanese president accuses Iran of using Lebanon as bargaining chip in US talks The Lebanese president also said his government is willing to engage in efforts aimed at ending the war. June 6, 2026
Pentagon suspects Israel of spying on US officials, NYT reports The Israeli embassy in the US and the White House denied the New York Times report. June 6, 2026
Israel operated covert military sites in Azerbaijan during war with Iran The positions were initially established as potential emergency rescue hubs but later took on broader military and intelligence functions. June 5, 2026
UJA and Met Council distribute 4,000 bags of Bamba after anti-Israel boycott vote Bamba, one of Israel’s best-known snack foods, was among the items removed from the cooperative’s shelves. June 5, 2026
Most Israelis oppose Trump influence over Israel’s military decisions, poll finds The poll found that 66% of coalition voters and 62% of opposition voters said Netanyahu should not have stopped Lebanon strikes after Trump told him to. June 5, 2026
Trump: US can extract Iran’s uranium even without a deal Trump said the material remains under extensive surveillance by the United States. June 5, 2026
Capt. Eitan Shmuel Lamberg, 21, killed in Southern Lebanon combat Lamberg is the fourth IDF fatality cleared for publication within the past week amid ongoing operations in southern Lebanon. June 5, 2026
Fetterman says he’ll wear suits if Platner releases private messages Fetterman on Platner: 'He has [said] so many offensive things that it's hard to keep up with it.' June 4, 2026
Majority of Israelis back sovereignty in Judea and Samaria The poll found that 59% of respondents support some form of sovereignty in Judea and Samaria. June 4, 2026
Trump nixed Israeli plan to overthrow Iranian regime after Turkish pressure – report Turkey's president opposed the Kurdish element of the plan and successfully convinced Trump to cancel it. June 4, 2026
Netanyahu said decisions about renewed Iran strikes are up to Trump Netanyahu: It remains 'an open question on how the war should end.' June 3, 2026
Eastern Iran hit with plague of Moroccan locusts The Moroccan locust is considered one of the most serious pests affecting cultivated plants. June 3, 2026
‘There is no ceasefire’ with Hezbollah, says IDF chief Zamir: 'We take the initiative, operate, and strike every threat.' June 3, 2026
UK doctor reports colleagues said they would refuse to treat dying Israelis In response to the allegations, the government ordered an urgent independent review into antisemitism. June 3, 2026
Israeli government moves to deny entry to anti-Israel activist Linda Sarsour In her social media post complaining about the ban, Sarsour repeatedly referred to Israel as an 'apartheid regime' and accused the country of 'genocide' in social media posts. June 2, 2026
UN Security Council blames Hezbollah for violence in Lebanon but demands Israeli withdrawal Israeli ambassador to the UN Danny Danon said Israel 'did not wake up one morning and decide to enter Lebanon.' June 2, 2026
IDF eliminates terrorist who captured Hersh Goldberg-Polin, Eliya Cohen, Alon Ohel and Or Levy Ramadan had 'advanced attack plans against IDF soldiers and Israeli civilians' during the conflict. June 2, 2026
Hezbollah rejects partial ceasefire proposal, warns of stronger response On Monday, US President Donald Trump said he had secured commitments from both sides intended to ease regional tensions. June 2, 2026
CENTCOM says US intercepted two Iranian missiles aimed at Kuwait base Kuwait’s Foreign Ministry condemned the missile attack, describing it as a 'dangerous escalation.' June 1, 2026
Conflicting reports emerge over proposed Israel-Hezbollah ceasefire Hezbollah rejected an American proposal that would have required the group to halt its military operations in exchange for Israel refraining from attacks in Beirut. June 1, 2026
Talks with Iran developing ‘at a rapid pace,’ Trump says Trump's post about Iran talks followed his announcement of a potential halt to the conflict between Hezbollah and Israel. June 1, 2026
Trump brags about his ‘very good call’ with Hezbollah Under the proposed arrangement, Hezbollah would halt drone and rocket fire toward northern Israel if Israel canceled a planned operation in Beirut. June 1, 2026
Mamdani endorses former Columbia encampment organizer in congressional race Criticism of Israel has remained a central theme of Avila Chevalier’s political message. May 31, 2026
‘You will not intimidate us’: Knesset Speaker and delegation attend Israel Parade amid Mamdani boycott Mamdani is the first NYC mayor not to attend the Israel Day Parade since 1964. May 31, 2026
Iranian president Pezeshkian reportedly resigns, citing IRGC control over state decision-making. Pezeshkian asked to leave office immediately, arguing that he had been excluded from major policy decisions. May 31, 2026
Satellite imagery shows Iran reopened most access points to underground missile sites. Iran has reopened 50 of 69 tunnel entrances at 18 underground missile sites that were struck during the campaign. May 31, 2026
UAE carried out dozens of strikes on Iran alongside Israel and US – report Iran's objective, according to the report, was to increase the cost of the military campaign for Gulf states involved in the conflict. May 31, 2026
UN Special Representative on Sexual Violence claimed it was ‘not her job’ to review facts before blacklisting Israel Israeli officials quoted by Ynet said pressure mounted on Guterres to add Israel after Hamas was listed last year. May 30, 2026
Chinese-made missile may have downed US F-15 over Iran The reported involvement of Chinese-made military equipment introduces an additional factor into relations between Washington and Beijing. May 30, 2026
For First Time, Muslim Group Slated to March in Israel Parade Anila Ali told JNS that she and many others support the Jewish community and Israel’s right to exist. May 30, 2026
Israel fears Trump’s ceasefire deal could force withdrawal from Lebanon security zone The IDF argues that Hezbollah has repeatedly used periods of reduced fighting to restore capabilities and modify its operational methods. May 29, 2026
Trump says a deal ‘that isn’t good for us’ could lead to renewed military action against Iran According to Trump, preventing Iran from maintaining nuclear weapons capabilities remains a primary objective of US policy. May 29, 2026
IDF believes Hamas possesses Hezbollah-style fiber-optic drones in Gaza Israeli defense officials say the military still lacks a comprehensive interception solution for the threat. May 29, 2026
Saudi analyst slams Trump as weak ‘paper tiger’ who didn’t finish off Iran, says Saudis won’t make peace with Israel Al-Ati said Saudi Arabia is preparing to lead what he called an “Arab-Islamic bloc” alongside Pakistan, Turkey, and Qatar. May 29, 2026
IDF warns future Iran war could hit Israeli home front harder if missile issue excluded from ceasefire Israeli officials are concerned that the emerging framework backed by US President Donald Trump may not adequately address the missile issue. May 28, 2026
US tells Israel to give advance notice of targeted killings in Lebanon Israeli officials are simultaneously pursuing a broader strategy aimed at distancing Hezbollah from negotiations involving Iran. May 28, 2026
Iran unearthing missiles buried in underground facilities Another source said Iran’s rehabilitation rate is progressing faster than expected due to the help it is receiving from Russia and China. May 28, 2026
US, Iran reach preliminary 60-day ceasefire understanding as Trump weighs approval The arrangement would also include an Iranian declaration that it would not pursue nuclear weapons, May 28, 2026
Hundreds gather outside Gracie Mansion calling for Hochul to remove Mamdani Demonstrator Lilly Ickison: 'The city has been overrun with people openly calling for ‘intifada,’ which is Jew-hate.' May 27, 2026
Ultra-Orthodox IDF recruitment increases by 24%, record numbers in combat units The IDF’s Hashmonaim Brigade also recorded a new high, with 96 ultra-Orthodox combat recruits joining the unit. May 27, 2026
Democratic lawmakers predict ‘civil war’ in party over senate candidate Graham Platner Past Reddit comments attributed to Platner seemed to praise Hamas tactics and contain antisemitic tropes. May 27, 2026
Trump says no Iran agreement reached as White House rejects Iranian draft deal The White House described a published copy of the memorandum 'a complete fabrication.' May 27, 2026
Israel exposes east Jerusalem terror cell run by overseas terrorist freed in prisoner swap Hamouri was sentenced to seven years in prison for involvement in a 2005 PFLP-linked plot to assassinate former Sephardic Chief Rabbi Ovadia Yosef. May 26, 2026
Hamas wages psychological campaign against local militias, clans in Gaza Hamas messaging has portrayed those factions as 'collaborating' with Israel. May 26, 2026
Trump to hold rare Camp David meeting as Iran talks drag on Camp David has historically been used for major national security and diplomatic discussions. May 26, 2026
Iran talks holding Israel back from striking Beirut The army has so far refrained from striking the Lebanese capital. May 26, 2026
Israel kills new Hamas leader, architect of October 7th massacre – report Mohammed Odeh was responsible for the murder, abduction, and injury of many Israeli civilians and IDF soldiers. May 26, 2026
Freed hostage Elkana Bohbot details Hamas psychological torture Elkana Bohbot: ’I’ve never experienced abuse like that in my life.' May 25, 2026
Graham praises Trump proposal tying Iran deal to Abraham Accords as “simply brilliant” In 2023, Riyadh insisted on movement toward a Palestinian state as a condition for normalization, while Israel rejected such a commitment. May 25, 2026
