Mamdani slams Israel for arresting Gaza flotilla activists
New York City Mayor criticizes Israel for intercepting the Global Sumud Flotilla and detaining over 175 activists, calling the action an unlawful violation of international law.
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FIFA Congress:
PA soccer chief refuses handshake with Israeli soccer official at FIFA
At the FIFA Congress in Vancouver, Jibril Rajoub, head of the Palestinian Authority’s soccer federation, refuses to shake hands with Vice President of Israel’s soccer federation, citing “Israeli fascism and genocide".
Trump: Iran is dying to make a deal
President Donald Trump tells reporters that Iran is “dying to make a deal" and that negotiations could be concluded soon, emphasizes that Iran will never be allowed to have a nuclear weapon.
US slams Gaza flotilla:
US slams Gaza flotilla: Pro-Hamas, counterproductive stunt
State Department Spokesperson strongly condemns the Global Sumud Flotilla which was intercepted by the Israeli Navy, says the flotilla circumvents proper humanitarian channels.
Trump:
Trump: There will never be a deal unless Iran agrees to no nuclear weapons
President Trump says negotiations to end the war with Iran are now being conducted by telephone, after rejecting the latest Iranian proposal.
UK government appeals ruling against ban on Palestine Action
The British government appears before the Court of Appeal to defend its decision to designate anti-Israel group Palestine Action as a terrorist organization.
Serbia:
Protesters in Belgrade demand Serbia boycott Eurovision over Israel
Dozens of protesters gather outside Serbia’s state broadcaster, demanding the country withdraw from the Eurovision Song Contest because of Israel’s participation in the event.
Trump:
Trump: King Charles agrees that Iran will never get a nuclear weapon
President Trump hosts King Charles III at a White House state dinner, declares that Iran has been militarily defeated and will never be allowed to develop nuclear weapons.
Rubio:
Rubio: Iran cannot decide who uses Strait of Hormuz
Secretary of State Marco Rubio says the US rejects Iran’s offer to reopen the Strait of Hormuz under conditions, calling it an unlawful bid for control.
Sources:
Sources: US-Iran gap may be narrower than it appears
Sources tell CNN quiet diplomacy between the US and Iran continues, with mediators pressing for a phased agreement in coming days.
US Army says 38 ships turned back in Iran port blockade
US Central Command says 38 ships have been turned back during the two-week blockade of Iranian ports.
UN weighs future Lebanon presence as UNIFIL mandate nears end
UN says it is considering options for a continued presence in Lebanon after UNIFIL expires, likely with a smaller mission.
Slovenia to air films on 'Palestine' instead of Eurovision
Ireland, Spain and Slovenia will not broadcast Eurovision after boycotting the contest over Israel’s participation.
Danon: Lebanon ceasefire is not 100%
Israel’s UN envoy Danny Danon says Lebanon ceasefire is “not 100%," citing Hezbollah attacks and weak Lebanese enforcement.
Trump: I’m in no rush on Iran
Trump says Iran’s leadership is in turmoil and vows to keep the Strait of Hormuz shut pending a deal. "A deal with Iran must be everlasting, not temporary."
Teen pleads guilty in arson attack on London synagogue
Teen pleads guilty after London synagogue arson, but claims he did not know target was Jewish.
Trump says 'no time frame' for Iran conflict
Trump tells Fox News there’s no set timeline for the Iran conflict or ceasefire talks, stressing the US is focused on securing a “good deal."
Amid tensions with Hezbollah
US Embassy urges Americans to leave Lebanon as tensions rise with Hezbollah
US Embassy in Beirut urges Americans to leave Lebanon, citing terrorism, kidnapping and fast-changing security risks.
Germany and Italy reject calls to suspend EU-Israel cooperation deal
Germany and Italy firmly reject calls by Spain and Ireland to suspend the EU's cooperation agreement with Israel. German FM calls the proposal inappropriate.
Lebanon’s PM:
Lebanon’s PM: We will not be intimidated by Hezbollah
Lebanon’s Prime Minister Nawaf Salam says his government is not seeking confrontation with Hezbollah but will not be intimidated by the Iran-backed terror group.
Report:
Report: Huckabee to join US delegation for Israel-Lebanon talks
US Ambassador to Israel Mike Huckabee will join the American delegation for the upcoming direct talks between Israel and Lebanon at the State Department on Thursday, reports CNN.
Iran claims:
Iran claims Trump’s ceasefire extension is a 'ploy for surprise strike'
Tasnim news agency reports Tehran did not request the ceasefire extension announced by Trump and suspects it may be a deception to enable future US or Israeli strikes.
Hungary's incoming PM: We will arrest Netanyahu if he visits
Hungary’s Prime Minister-elect Peter Magyar says his government will arrest Prime Minister Benjamin Netanyahu if he enters Hungarian territory while subject to an ICC arrest warrant.
Trump:
Trump: Iran will negotiate or face unprecedented problems
US President Donald Trump expresses strong confidence that Iran is “going to negotiate" ahead of anticipated talks.
Iran responds to Trump: No talks under threats
Iran’s Parliament speaker Mohammad Bagher Ghalibaf rejects US pressure, declaring Tehran will not negotiate under threats or blockade.
Over 1,000 entertainment leaders reject calls to ban Israel from Eurovision
More than 1,000 entertainment industry leaders sign an open letter rejecting attempts to ban Israel from the 2026 Eurovision Song Contest.
Spain pushes EU to sever association agreement with Israel
Spanish Prime Minister Pedro Sanchez announces that Spain will ask the European Union to terminate its association agreement with Israel, citing alleged violations of international law in Gaza and Lebanon.
Turkish FM:
Turkish FM: Israel creating international illusion to occupy Palestinian lands
Turkish Foreign Minister Hakan Fidan accuses Israel of using security concerns as a pretext to seize more land and create an international illusion.
Trump:
Trump: War in Iran should end ‘pretty soon’
President Trump says the war in Iran should be coming to an end “pretty soon," describing the operation as going “swimmingly".
US official:
US official: Vance played role in Israel-Lebanon ceasefire
Vice President JD Vance played a significant role in brokering the ceasefire between Lebanon and Israel, a senior administration official tells CNN.
Sanders fails again
Sanders fails again: Senate votes down Israel arms ban
US Senate overwhelmingly rejects two resolutions by Sen. Bernie Sanders aimed at blocking arms sales to Israel. The votes mark Sanders’ fourth failed attempt since late 2024 to end US military aid to Israel.
Iranian Parliament speaker:
Iranian Parliament speaker: Iran and Hezbollah are 'one soul'
Iranian Parliament speaker Mohammad Bagher Ghalibaf declares that no ceasefire with the US is possible without including Lebanon, demanding America abandon its "Israel First" policy.
Two arrested over antisemitic synagogue arson attempt in London
Metropolitan Police arrest 47-year-old woman and 46-year-old man in connection with an attempted antisemitic arson attack on a synagogue in Finchley. Hate crime investigation continues.
Trump to Fox News:
Trump to Fox News: War with Iran 'very close to being over'
US President Donald Trump tells Fox News’ Maria Bartiromo that the war with Iran is "very close to being over".
Vance to lead potential second round of US-Iran talks
Vice President JD Vance is expected to lead a potential second round of talks with Iranian officials if negotiations resume before the ceasefire expires next week, sources tell CNN.
'They want a deal'
'They want a deal': Vance optimistic after Iran talks
US Vice President JD Vance expresses optimism about US-Iran talks, revealing President Trump’s “grand bargain" to make Iran economically prosperous in exchange for abandoning nuclear weapons.
IRGC threatens: We haven't used our real power yet
IRGC spokesman warns the enemy has "no idea" about undisclosed capabilities as the US begins a blockade of Iranian ports and the Strait of Hormuz.
Rubio to join direct Israel-Lebanon talks at State Department
US Secretary of State Marco Rubio will take part in direct talks between Israel and Lebanon on Tuesday at the State Department.
Trump:
Trump: I don’t care if Iran comes back to the negotiating table
President Trump vows Iran will never obtain a nuclear weapon. “I don't care if they come back to the negotiations. If they don't come back, I'm fine."
'If you fight, we fight'
Iran responds to Trump’s Hormuz blockade: If you fight, we fight
Iran’s Parliament Speaker Mohammad Bagher Ghalibaf dismisses Trump’s threat of a naval blockade on the Strait of Hormuz, declaring Iran will respond with force if attacked - or logic if negotiated with.
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