Elad Benari

Hamas demands:

Hamas demands Board of Peace compel Israel to honor Gaza peace plan

Following high-level talks in Egypt with US envoy Jared Kushner, Hamas demands the Board of Peace compel Israel to fulfill its commitments under the Gaza plan.

Citing relations with Kim

Citing relations with Kim, Trump directs Pentagon to cut back drills with South Korea

Citing high expenses and his relationship with North Korean leader Kim Jong Un, President Donald Trump orders Secretary of War Pete Hegseth to scale back drills with South Korea.

Vance:

Vance: US aims to stabilize oil prices and stop Iranian nuke capability

VP JD Vance tells Fox News that US strategy in Iran centers on stabilizing energy costs and barring Tehran from developing nuclear weapons.

Erdogan claims:

Erdogan accuses Israel of trying to 'erase' Palestinian issue

Turkish President Erdogan meets PA chairman Mahmoud Abbas in Ankara, accusing Israel of exploiting regional turmoil and pledging support for Palestinian statehood.

Report:

Report: Four nations shortlisted to oversee Hezbollah disarmament

According to Reuters, Israel and Lebanon have agreed on four nations - Britain, Italy, Switzerland, and Indonesia - as potential foreign observers to verify Hezbollah's disarmament.

Trump:

Trump: I’m the last person to trust Iran, they’ve lied constantly

President Trump rejects assertions he trusts Iran, claims total US control of Strait of Hormuz.

Attacks Israel and FIFA

Inciter Jibril Rajoub resumes PA soccer league, attacks Israel and FIFA

PA soccer chief Jibril Rajoub announces the September return of Palestinian Arab soccer leagues while demanding FIFA penalize and isolate Israeli teams.

Toronto:

Third suspect arrested in March synagogue shootings in Toronto area

Police charge a third suspect in March synagogue shootings in Toronto and Vaughan, resolving outstanding suspects as community leaders urge probe of foreign ties.

'You’ll find out'

'You’ll find out': Trump teases escalation option with Iran

President Trump warns that military options remain open, rejects Iran's reparations demands, and declares US Navy control over the Strait of Hormuz.

Iran’s President meets Khamenei amid health rumors

Iran's President Masoud Pezeshkian reportedly meets Supreme Leader Mojtaba Khamenei to discuss the military and domestic situation amid rumors regarding Khamenei's health.

'War will end pretty soon'

'War will end pretty soon': Trump expresses optimism on Iran deal

President Trump predicts the war with Iran will end soon, stating that negotiations are going well and a deal to secure the Strait of Hormuz could be near.

'He hates Jews'

'He hates Jews': Trump attacks Michigan primary winner Abdul El-Sayed

President Donald Trump sharply criticizes Michigan Democratic primary winner Abdul El-Sayed, labeling him a "communist" and a hater of Jews and Israel: He’s full of s--t.

Trump:

Trump: I would rather make a deal, I don’t want to kill people

Speaking in Nevada, President Trump states the US is heavily striking Iran while reiterating his preference for a deal to prevent it acquiring nuclear arms.

Missouri primary

Wesley Bell defeats Israel critic Cori Bush in Missouri primary rematch

Multiple networks project that Representative Wesley Bell will defeat “Squad" member Cori Bush in Missouri's 1st District Democratic primary.

Pakistan pursues quiet diplomacy to ease US-Iran tensions

Senior Pakistani official confirms Islamabad is pursuing behind-the-scenes diplomacy with Washington and Tehran to de-escalate regional tensions.

Riyadh pushes for calm

Riyadh pushes for calm: MBS urges Trump toward diplomatic solutions

Saudi Crown Prince Mohammed bin Salman calls President Donald Trump to urge diplomatic solutions and de-escalation to prevent broader regional instability.

Trump:

Trump: The talks with Iran will resume tomorrow

President Trump announces US-Iran talks will resume on Monday after Middle Eastern allies persuade him to hold off on a massive attack to pursue a diplomatic deal.

Iran’s FM claims Israel behind attack on US tanker in Egypt

Iranian FM Araghchi blames Israel for a drone strike on a US tanker in Egypt, calling it a “false-flag operation" despite reports attributing it to Iran.

Jury finds Salman Rushdie's attacker guilty of terrorism charges

Federal jury convicts Hadi Matar of transnational terrorism for the 2022 stabbing of author Salman Rushdie, exposing him to a life sentence.

Trump threatens Iran:

Trump threatens Iran: We’re going to hit them very hard

President Trump vows to hit Iran "very hard" in retaliation after Iran fired missiles targeting a base in Jordan overnight: “It’s our turn".

Trump on meeting Netanyahu:

Trump on meeting with Netanyahu: Many important subjects were discussed

President Trump says his meeting with Netanyahu was very good: Obviously, many important subjects were discussed.

After attacks on Jewish bakeries

PM Carney vows to combat antisemitism after attacks on Toronto Jewish bakeries

Prime Minister Mark Carney condemns shootings at two Jewish-owned bakeries in Toronto, as police investigate the incidents with support from the Hate Crime Unit.

Trump on Iran:

Trump on Iran: There are 'very friendly' talks going on

At a Michigan rally, President Trump states the US is having "friendly negotiations" with Iran while maintaining military pressure to ensure it never gets a nuclear weapon.

Assault allegation

Sanders defends support for ex-Maine candidate facing assault allegation

Sen. Bernie Sanders expresses no regret over endorsing ex-Maine candidate Graham Platner, who exited the Senate race following assault allegations.

Toronto:

B'nai Brith demands action following attacks on Toronto Jewish bakeries

B'nai Brith Canada demands a federal national task force and terrorist listings after attacks on Jewish-owned bakeries in Toronto.

Iran warns:

Iran warns of strikes on Tel Aviv if Trump expands campaign to Tehran

Iranian officials tell New York Times that Iran will attack Tel Aviv and urge Houthis to block the Bab al-Mandab if Trump acts on threats to strike Tehran and key infrastructure.

Trump warns Iran:

Trump warns Iran: Damaged ships and cargo will be paid for with seized assets

President Trump declares that any damages to commercial ships or cargo from Iranian actions will be paid for directly using seized Iranian assets held by the US.

Austria:

Hitler’s Austrian birthplace officially reopens as police headquarters

Austria officially inaugurates a police center at Adolf Hitler’s former home in Braunau am Inn, completing a €20M redesign to deter extremists.

Houthis strike Saudi oil tanker to enforce new maritime blockade

Yemen's Houthis confirm attacking two Saudi oil tankers in the Red Sea with missiles and drones to enforce a regional naval blockade announced earlier this week.

Trump:

Trump: Iran wants a deal, but they're not ready for one

At a Georgia rally, President Trump says Iran wants a deal but isn't ready, after earlier threatening to bomb Iranian power plants if shipping attacks continue.

Mamdani concedes:

Mamdani concedes: I don’t have the authority to arrest Netanyahu

NYC Mayor Zohran Mamdani admits the city lacks legal authority to execute an ICC arrest warrant against Benjamin Netanyahu, urging federal action instead.

Iran's army threatens

Iran's army threatens decisive strikes on US assets if nuclear sites targeted

Iran’s military warns of decisive regional retaliation if the US strikes its nuclear facilities following President Trump’s pledge to hit sites under construction.

Saudi Arabia rejects Houthi blockade, vows to protect Red Sea shipping

Saudi Arabia firmly dismisses Houthi allegations, promising to defend its ships as the Iranian-backed group announces a naval embargo on the Kingdom.

Trump:

Trump: We hit Iran very hard tonight

President Trump announces that the US military heavily damaged Iran during a ninth night of strikes: They've got very little left.

US Marines board tanker as Navy enforces blockade on Iran

CENTCOM releases footage of US Marines boarding a tanker in the Gulf of Oman while enforcing its "steel wall" naval blockade against Iranian ports.

Trump:

Trump: Iran will be defeated very soon

President Trump claims Iran will be defeated soon, criticizes past US leaders for failing to act, and suggests Tehran is eager for a settlement.

After call with Trump

Netanyahu planning Washington visit next week following recent call with Trump

Israeli media report PM Netanyahu plans to visit Washington early next week following a recent phone call with President Trump, in which both agreed to meet.

Trump warns:

Trump threatens infrastructure strikes on Iran unless Tehran negotiates deal

In an interview with Fox News, President Trump warns that US strikes will target Iran's power plants and bridges unless Iranian officials return to the table to negotiate a deal.

'Hollywood-style fake news'

Ahmadinejad’s office denies Mossad recruitment report as 'Hollywood-style' fake news

Former Iranian President Mahmoud Ahmadinejad’s office rejects reports that Israel’s Mossad recruited him for a regime-change plot, calling them fabricated lies.

Trump:

Trump: We’re going to hit Iran hard tonight and tomorrow

President Trump vows ongoing severe strikes against Iran, warns of targeting the subterranean Pickaxe nuclear facility, and defends his relationship with Netanyahu.