Arab leaders cancel summit with Biden after Gaza hospital explosion As Biden lands in Israel, Jordan, Egypt, and the Palestinian Authority all cancel planned meetings with the president, forcing Biden to nix trip to Jordan. October 18, 2023
Iran threatens ‘preemptive strike’ against Israelis ‘in their own home’ 'In the coming hours, any preemptive action against the Zionist regime is conceivable,' says Iranian Foreign Minister. October 17, 2023
Arab revulsion puts Hamas on the defensive Massacres during invasion of Israel lead to growing disgust with Hamas among many in the Arab world. October 13, 2023
As death toll rises to 900, Netanyahu warns ‘we will defeat Hamas like ISIS’ 'We always knew who Hamas is, now the entire world sees them for who they truly are.' October 9, 2023
Netanyahu denies claims Egypt warned Israel of Hamas invasion Egyptian intelligence official says Cairo warned Netanyahu of upcoming Hamas attacks, but Israel ignored the warning. October 9, 2023
Two Israeli tourists murdered in Egypt Egyptian media outlets report that a police officer opened fire on a tourist bus, killing at least two Israelis. October 8, 2023
Iran likely behind Hamas invasion, analysts say Security experts say Iran appears to have been driving force behind Hamas decision to launch massive assault on Israel that killed over 300, injured over 1,600, and abducted dozens. October 8, 2023
Republicans introduce bill to maintain ‘maximum pressure’ on Iran while regime plots US assassinations New bill targets Iran's funding, linking sanctions relief to its assassination attempts and terrorist activities. October 6, 2023
Experts weigh in on advantages and risks of Israel-Saudi deal IDF assesses the possible ramifications - and benefits - of a peace deal with Saudi Arabia. October 6, 2023
Iranian girl in coma after hijab beating; Mother arrested by security forces After 16-year-old Iranian girl allegedly beaten unconscious by morality police, authorities arrest her mother in Tehran. October 6, 2023
Saudis make clear they’re ignoring Palestinian demands What this means for the chance of Palestinian statehood. October 6, 2023
WATCH: In historic first, Israeli minister gives speech in Riyadh Communications Minister Shlomo Karhi becomes the first Israeli government minister to make public address on Saudi soil. October 5, 2023
WATCH: Iran showcases its arsenal, threatening to ‘raze Tel Aviv and Haifa’ Iran holds military parade featuring war drones and missile arsenal, touting Iran's ability to destroy major Israeli cities. October 5, 2023
Iran’s ‘terrorist regime’ won’t prevent Israel from expanding Arab normalization – Netanyahu Netanyahu pushes back on Ayatollah Khamenei's claim that Arab states which make peace with Israel are 'betting on the wrong horse.' October 4, 2023
Saudi Arabia worried by internal strife in Israel, says former Trump envoy Israel's stability increasingly being questioned amid ongoing anti-judicial reform protests - including last week's Yom Kippur clashes in Tel Aviv. October 4, 2023
WATCH: Iranian anti-government protests reignited after teen beaten unconscious by morality police 16-year-old Armita Garawand in a coma amid suspicions she was beaten unconscious by Iran's modesty police. October 4, 2023
Saudi soccer team cancels Iranian match over Soleimani statue Soccer match between Saudi and Iranian teams nixed after Saudis learned that a statute of late Iranian general, eliminated by US strike, was erected in stadium. October 3, 2023
‘Praying in Riyadh towards Jerusalem’ – Israeli minister reads from Torah in Saudi Arabia Communications Minister Shlomo Karhi sends Sukkot greetings to Jews, prays from Torah in Saudi hotel. October 3, 2023
WATCH: Gaza shop pays homage to rocket terror with perfume ‘missiles’ 23-year-old Bilal Abu Saraya, owner of the Al-Hejaz perfume store in Gaza City, unveils his new rocket-themed line of fragrances in honor of terror attacks on Israel. October 3, 2023
WATCH: Blinken to visit Israel, Saudi Arabia as normalization deal gains momentum US Secretary of State to meet with Israeli, Saudi, and Palestinian Authority officials in effort to push forward Israel-Saudi peace deal. October 3, 2023
In unmistakable sign of warming ties, second Israeli minister to visit Riyadh Communications Minister Shlomo Karhi is scheduled to attend a global conference of the Universal Postal Union in Saudi Arabia. October 1, 2023
US imposes sanctions on network supplying Iran’s drone program Treasury identified five entities and two people across four countries. September 28, 2023
Interview: ‘Israeli attack on Iranian nuclear facilities may come as early as 2025’ War is likely even if a nuclear accord is renegotiated, the authors of a new book on the Israel-Iran conflict said. September 27, 2023
Pompeo: Saudi-Israel peace deal ‘impossible’ if Palestinians get a state A normalization deal is more likely under a Republican administration, the former U.S. secretary of state said. September 27, 2023
Iranian-backed plot to assassinate Israeli minister foiled Arab-Israelis and Palestinians arrested after Israeli intel uncovers Iranian-led plot to assassinate National Security Minister Itamar Ben-Gvir. September 27, 2023
Iran accuses Netanyahu of threatening nuclear attack Tehran's letter to the UN Security Council warns of ‘decisive response’ to ‘all Israeli threats and illegal acts.’ September 27, 2023
Unprecedented: Israeli minister leads delegation to Saudi Arabia First-ever Israeli delegation led by government minister visits Riyadh, as Saudi Arabia sends new envoy to Ramallah. September 26, 2023
Israel’s UN Ambassador: ‘Never Been Closer’ to historic peace deal with Saudi Arabia Biden and the Saudi Crown Prince 'would never discuss peace deal publicly unless they thought it had a good chance,' says Israeli ambassador. September 26, 2023
Israeli Strike? Explosions reported near Iranian missile base Local residents reported hearing a 'terrible sound' at around 10 pm Monday night, fueling speculation of Israeli strike. September 26, 2023
Saudi Arabia agrees to tougher IAEA inspection of its nuclear activities As Riyadh pushes for US backing of nuclear program, the Saudi kingdom moves forward with expanded UN oversight of its nascent atomic program. September 26, 2023
Kissinger worried that concessions for peace with Saudis are too far-reaching The former Secretary of State fears opposition to Netanyahu is creating 'very dangerous' rift inside Israel. September 24, 2023
Egypt bans wearing hijab and niqab in schools A landmark watershed in the most important Muslim country in the world. September 22, 2023
Netanyahu backs Saudi nuclear program – report PM instructs Israeli nuclear experts to help Riyadh find a way to enrich uranium that will be accepted by the US, Wall Street Journal reports. September 21, 2023
WATCH: Gazans blast UN’s recognition of gay rights Gazan employees of the UN's relief program protest its support for gay rights. September 20, 2023
Israeli volunteers remain in Morocco to treat earthquake victims Even as search and rescue operations come to an end, Israeli volunteers remain in Morocco to provide medical aid to earthquake survivors. September 20, 2023
WATCH: Lebanese TikTok user arrested for favoring Israel over Arab countries Ali Attieh, a Lebanese TikTok user, was arrested after he released a 15-second video in which he indicates that he favors Israel over Arab countries, including Lebanon. September 19, 2023
CELEBRATION: Israelis join Emiratis, Bahrainis, and Moroccans to mark three years of peace Group representing the first four countries to enter the Abraham Accords celebrate the historic agreement in Washington. September 19, 2023
UN atomic agency blasts Iran for barring nuclear inspectors Iran has barred one-third of IAEA's core team from visiting its nuclear sites, agency's chief says. September 18, 2023
WATCH: ‘I’m proud of it’ – NY Times columnist doubles down on blasting Israeli gov’t The New York Times columnist said he would not support a Saudi-Israel normalization pact without seeing the terms on the U.S. side and without any conditions for a two-state solution. September 14, 2023
Blinken: Peace deal with Saudi Arabia must include Palestinian statehood US Secretary of State says peace deal between Israel and the Palestinians is a prerequisite for normalization with Saudi Arabia. September 14, 2023
‘US must intervene’, says sister of Israeli woman held captive in Iraq Emma Tsurkov calls on US to step in to help her sister, a Russian-Israeli academic held captive by Iranian backed group. September 14, 2023
Secret meetings: Gantz, Bennett talk Saudi normalization with US Senior Biden administration official reportedly met with Gantz and Bennett to discuss security concerns around Saudi normalization agreement. September 13, 2023
Iran behind surge in Hamas drone activity Hamas deploying growing number of drone aircraft similar to Iranian-designed unmanned aircraft used by Hezbollah. September 12, 2023
Biden administration to unfreeze $6 billion of Iranian funds as part of prisoner swap deal Secretary of State Blinken issues sanctions waiver to enable Biden administration to release $6 billion in frozen Iranian assets for prisoner swap deal. September 12, 2023
Massive earthquake kills over 2,000 in Morocco, thousands more injured 6.8 magnitude earthquake devastates Marrakesh, killing over 1,300 people and injuring thousands more. September 9, 2023
Israeli-Iranian movie filmed undercover to avoid suspicion 'Tatami' is the first film made jointly by Israeli and Iranian filmmakers. September 8, 2023
Palestinians demand territorial concessions from Israel in exchange for Saudi deal Ramallah presents its list of conditions for supporting US-brokered peace deal between Israel and Saudi Arabia. September 7, 2023
Palestinian Authority vows not to embarrass Saudi Arabia in talks with Israel Mahmoud Abbas says he wants to leverage peace talks between Israel and the Saudis to further his own goals but realizes normalization will take place 'no matter what.' September 6, 2023
WATCH: Foreign Minister Eli Cohen visits Bahrain for inauguration of Israeli embassy Minister Eli Cohen meets with the Crown Prince of Bahrain at opening ceremony of Israeli embassy in Manama, amid hopes of expanding the Abraham Accords. September 4, 2023
In first, senior Moroccan official to visit Knesset The announcement came as Israeli Foreign Minister departed for an official visit to Bahrain. September 3, 2023
Iran says it foiled Mossad plot to sabotage missile production Iran accuses Israel of supplying potentially exploding parts for ballistic missile program. September 1, 2023
PA issues list of demands for Saudi-Israel deal The PA wants a resumption of Saudi funding, the reopening of the US consulate in Jerusalem and increased control in Judea and Samaria. August 31, 2023
Pro-Israel activist speaks out after being assaulted on plane – here’s what happened Arab-Israeli activist Yoseph Haddad and his family physically assaulted during flight from Dubai. August 31, 2023
Turkish paper accuses Chabad of being pro-LGBT Mossad front group Islamist Turkish newspaper charges that Orthodox Jewish group is working to expand borders of Jewish state in Cyprus, promote LGBT agenda. August 31, 2023
Report: Gallant pressing US for assurances Saudi Arabia won’t pursue military nuclear program Israel's Defense Minister meets with Biden administration National Security Council official, reportedly to discuss Saudi Arabia's potential nuclear program - a key demand in exchange for normalization with Israel. August 30, 2023
Iranian weightlifter banned for life after shaking hands with Israeli The athlete "crossed red lines" with the exchange on the medal podium in Poland. August 30, 2023
Israel-Saudi peace deal likely within 6 months, says Israeli FM; Saudis may ‘bribe’ Abbas Saudis may bribe PA to accept their normalization with Israel, as Israeli Foreign Minister predicts breakthrough in next six months. August 30, 2023
WATCH: War of words between Netanyahu and Nasrallah Prime Minister Benjamin Netanyahu and Hezbollah chairman Hassan Nasrallah trade threats amid rising tensions along the Israel-Lebanon frontier. August 29, 2023
Mysterious blast draws attention to Iran-affiliated Syrian army division Commanded by the president's brother, the 4th Division maintains close coordination with the Revolutionary Guards. August 29, 2023
Plane carrying 128 Israelis forced to land in Saudi Arabia Passenger jet with Israeli travelers suffers malfunction, is forced to make unscheduled landing in Jeddah, Saudi Arabia. August 29, 2023
