Elad was born in Haifa, Israel, and currently resides in Canada.
White House condemns Hamas for rejecting Israel’s latest ceasefire and hostage release deal, reaffirming Trump’s demands that it release the hostages or face consequences.
US forces strike fuel facilities used by the Iran-backed Houthis to cut off a major source of illegal revenue funding terrorism in the region. Houthis report 17 dead and dozens injured.
US President calls Harvard a “disgrace” and “antisemitic,” warns the university’s tax-exempt status is under legal scrutiny.
The International Criminal Court formally requests that Hungary explain why it did not arrest Prime Minister Benjamin Netanyahu during his visit earlier this month, despite an ICC-issued warrant related to alleged crimes in Gaza.
Lebanon bans Disney’s live-action “Snow White” due to Israeli actress Gal Gadot’s role in the film. Gadot has long been blacklisted in the country for her IDF service and outspoken support for Israel.
US Mission to the UN reaffirms its strong opposition to Francesca Albanese's role as UN Special Rapporteur, citing antisemitic rhetoric and anti-Israel bias. Despite objections, the UNHRC recently extended her mandate.
Trump’s special envoy Steve Witkoff insists Iran must fully dismantle its nuclear program, contradicting earlier remarks indicating the US would allow low-level enrichment.
Trump’s Special Envoy Adam Boehler calls on Iraqi PM Sudani to act swiftly in freeing Elizabeth Tsurkov, a Princeton student held by Kata’ib Hezbollah since 2023.
White House Press Secretary Karoline Leavitt says President Trump wants to see Harvard apologize for the antisemitism on its campus: The President has been clear, they must follow federal law.
Iran's foreign ministry says the next round of talks between the United States and Iran over Tehran's nuclear program will be held in Oman on Saturday.
US Department of Education freezes $2.3 billion in funding to Harvard University after the school pushed back on demands made by the government, including to clamp down on campus antisemitism.
The US and Iran exchange heated rhetoric ahead of high-stakes nuclear talks in Oman, with President Trump not ruling out military intervention and Tehran threatening to expel UN inspectors.
Netanyahu slams Canadian PM Mark Carney for seemingly endorsing a protester's claim of genocide in Gaza. Carney later claimed he hadn't heard the protester use the term "genocide".
USS Carl Vinson arrives in the Middle East, joining the USS Harry S. Truman to bolster US military efforts against Houthi rebel targets in Yemen.
Turkish Foreign Minister Hakan Fidan reveals ongoing technical coordination with Israel to avoid direct conflict in Syrian airspace.
Liberal leader Mark Carney asked about his comment at a Calgary rally after appearing to affirm a claim that Israel is committing genocide in Gaza, claims he didn’t hear the word “genocide”.
Iranian President Masoud Pezeshkian reiterates Tehran’s disinterest in nuclear weapons and invites American investment, signaling a potential policy shift.
French President Emmanuel Macron reveals plans to recognize a Palestinian state within months, possibly during a UN conference in June. PA welcomes the move, while Foreign Minister Sa’ar criticizes: A unilateral recognition of a fictional Palestinian state will be a prize for terror and a boost for Hamas.
Trump says that Israel would lead military action to thwart Iran’s nuclear program, should such action be required.
White House Press Secretary Karoline Leavitt says Trump’s sanctions have crippled Iran’s terror funding and warns of “grave consequences” if Tehran rejects diplomacy.
Harvard University plans to borrow $750 million from Wall Street as part of its financial strategy, following a review by the Trump administration of $9 billion in federal grants due to concerns over campus antisemitism.
UN Secretary-General Antonio Guterres firmly rejects Israeli plan to oversee humanitarian aid entering Gaza, warning it could severely limit supplies. While Israel insists the system would prevent Hamas from misusing aid, Guterres emphasizes adherence to humanitarian principles and calls for unrestricted access to those in need.
Iranian leaders dismiss US President Trump’s proposed nuclear agreement, calling his demands unacceptable and reiterating their refusal to engage in direct negotiations with Washington.
Iranian Foreign Minister Abbas Araqchi stresses that the upcoming nuclear talks with the US in Oman will be indirect, contradicting President Trump's claim of a direct meeting.
Republican congressmen introduce a bill to reassess Washington’s relationship with South Africa, citing Pretoria’s alignment with hostile regimes and terror-linked entities.
Irmgard Furchner, the 99-year-old former secretary at the Stutthof concentration camp, has died. She was convicted in Germany in 2022 for complicity in over 10,000 deaths.
21-year-old Tunisian student dies after falling from a campus building while attempting to hoist a PLO flag at the Higher School of Science and Design Technology in Manouba Governorate. Authorities are investigating.
Iran dismisses President Trump’s claim of direct nuclear talks, calling it a psychological tactic. Iranian officials say the planned meeting in Oman will be indirect, with diplomats relaying messages. Iran may consider direct talks later if progress is made.
Three current Harvard students and two recent graduates lose their visas as part of a broader US initiative targeting international students allegedly tied to pro-Palestinian Arab activism.
Czech Embassy in Tel Aviv denies a report suggesting that Prague is preparing to relocate its embassy to Jerusalem.
Prime Minister Netanyahu lands in Washington to meet with President Trump and top US officials. Trump says he will discuss trade issues with the Prime Minister.
Tens of thousands rally in Morocco’s capital to denounce Israel’s military campaign in Gaza and criticize US involvement. Protesters call for an end to the war and express anger over Morocco’s ties with Israel.
Iranian Foreign Minister Abbas Araqchi confirms that no direct negotiations have occurred between Tehran and Washington following US outreach, dismisses any possibility of a Libya-style nuclear agreement with the US.
Turkey accuses Israel of being a regional threat after its strikes on Syrian military sites, demands Israel withdraw and stop destabilizing Syria.
President Trump says he aims to free as many Gaza hostages as possible, notes the progress in hostage releases since his involvement.
US President says he spoke with Netanyahu and adds the Prime Minister may visit the United States next week or “sometime in the not so distant future.”
President Trump suggests Iran now wants direct nuclear talks with the US, despite previously rejecting his offer.
15 Senate Democrats support Bernie Sanders’ resolutions to halt $8.8 billion in US arms sales to Israel, but the measures fail overwhelmingly.
France’s Foreign Minister Jean-Noël Barrot warns that a military confrontation with Iran is "almost inevitable" if negotiations over Tehran’s nuclear program fail. His remarks follow a high-level meeting on Iran chaired by President Macron.
Hamas declines to engage with Israel’s ceasefire counter-proposal, reaffirming its commitment to a plan brokered by Egypt and Qatar.
