Iran parliament speaker:
Iran parliament speaker: US nuclear deal proposal lacks sanctions relief
Iran's parliament speaker states that the latest US nuclear deal proposal lacks sanctions relief, calling it "dishonest."
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Foreign student ban
Harvard accuses White House of 'vendetta' over foreign student ban
Harvard University expands its lawsuit against the Trump administration, challenging a new proclamation banning new foreign students from the university. A judge temporarily blocks ban on US entry of foreign nationals seeking to study at Harvard.
Suspect in Boulder attack on pro-Israel rally faces 118 charges
Mohamed Sabry Soliman faces 118 charges, including 28 for attempted murder, following a Molotov cocktail attack on a pro-Israel protest in Boulder, Colorado which injured 15.
Vows justice pursuit
ICC slams US sanctions on its judges, vows continued justice pursuit
The ICC blasts the Trump administration's sanctions on four of its judges, two involved in Netanyahu/Gallant warrants and two in Afghanistan probes, calls them a "clear attempt to undermine" judicial independence.
After White House criticism
BBC defends Gaza coverage following White House accusations
BBC strongly defends its Gaza war reporting following criticism from Trump's press secretary, Karoline Leavitt, who cited its inaccuracies regarding an attack near a food distribution site.
Amid Gaza war
Major Irish university severs ties with Israel amid Gaza war
Trinity College Dublin announces a complete severing of institutional ties with Israel, citing "ongoing violations of international and humanitarian law." The decision includes divesting from Israeli companies and ending academic collaborations.
Over antisemitism
Trump admin moves to strip Columbia of accreditation over antisemitism concerns
Trump administration initiates action to revoke Columbia University's accreditation, citing the school's failure to protect Jewish students from harassment.
Iran signals openness to regional enrichment consortium on home soil
A senior Iranian official indicates Tehran's openness to a US proposal for a regional uranium enrichment consortium, contingent on its operation within Iran.
Czech PM:
Czech PM: Jerusalem embassy move will occur at the 'right moment'
Czech Prime Minister Petr Fiala affirms the Czech Republic's commitment to move its embassy to Jerusalem, says the move would occur at a "right moment".
Amid feud with parent company
Ben & Jerry's board accuses Israel of 'genocide' in Gaza, deepening Unilever feud
Ben & Jerry's independent board escalates its feud with parent company Unilever, issuing a statement denouncing the Gaza conflict as "genocide."
Judge extends block on Harvard foreign student ban
Federal judge extends temporary order blocking the Trump administration's revocation of Harvard's ability to enroll international students.
Indonesian President:
Indonesian President: Ready to recognize Israel if it recognizes 'Palestine'
Indonesian President Prabowo Subianto states Indonesia is ready to establish diplomatic ties with Israel, but only if Israel recognizes Palestine as an independent state.
Judge rules:
Judge says Mahmoud Khalil deportation is 'likely unconstitutional'
Federal judge rules that the Trump administration's attempt to deport pro-Palestinian activist Mahmoud Khalil is "likely unconstitutional," though he remains detained.
'Unfair trial'
'Unfair trial': Iran executes man on charges of spying for Israel
Iran executes Pedram Madani, 41, convicted of spying for Israel, despite pleas from his family and activists who cited an unfair trial. Madani is the second man executed on such charges in two months.
After UK's comment
Iranian FM slams UK 'zero enrichment' demand, threatens talks halt
Iran's Foreign Minister Abbas Araghchi threatens to end nuclear talks with European officials after UK Ambassador Peter Mandelson seemingly backed US calls for "zero enrichment" in Iran.
Norway:
Norway's parliament to reject broad boycott of Israeli-linked firms
Norway's parliament will reject calls for its $1.8 trillion wealth fund to impose a blanket boycott on companies operating in "occupied Palestinian territories."
Ireland moves to outlaw imports from ‘settlements’
Ireland's government approves drafting a bill to ban imports from Israeli "settlements," citing international law and an ICJ ruling.
State Department:
State Department spokeswoman: Gaza aid criticism is the height of hypocrisy
State Department spokeswoman Tammy Bruce hits back at UN and NGO criticism of the new US-backed Gaza aid effort, calling it "the height of hypocrisy."
Colombia appoints first ambassador to 'State of Palestine'
Colombia’s President appoints Jorge Ivan Ospina as the country's first ambassador to the "State of Palestine," formalizing diplomatic ties with an embassy in Ramallah.
Hamas executes four for aid looting
Hamas executes four men in Gaza for looting aid trucks, as a clan leader in southern Gaza challenges Hamas's control by forming his own force to secure aid deliveries.
Amid nuclear talks
Iran rules out uranium enrichment suspension amid nuclear talks
Iran rejects the idea that it will suspend its uranium enrichment, a core US demand in nuclear talks between the sides.
Toronto man charged for death threats against Israeli community
Toronto Police announce arrest of Basel Al-Sukhon, 26, for hate-motivated death threats against the Israeli community on social media.
Ahead of Madrid summit
Spain demands Israel sanctions ahead of summit in Madrid
Spain's Foreign Minister José Manuel Albares calls for sanctions against Israel to end the Gaza war, ahead of a high-level summit in Madrid gathering European and Arab nations.
Malta to recognize 'Palestine' next month
Malta's Prime Minister Robert Abela announces his nation will officially recognize the "State of Palestine" next month, calls the recognition a "moral responsibility."
'We had very good talks'
'We had very good talks': Trump hints at positive outcome in talks with Iran
Trump reports "very good talks" with Iran on nuclear issues, expressing optimism for "good news" and "serious progress."
Amid Gaza war
Jeremy Corbyn demands inquiry into UK-Israel ties amid Gaza war
Independent MP Jeremy Corbyn to introduce a parliamentary bill calling for an independent public inquiry into the UK’s involvement in Israel’s actions in Gaza since October 2023.
Austrian Eurovision winner backtracks on call to exclude Israel
Eurovision 2025 winner JJ walks back his controversial comments calling for Israel's suspension from the competition, claims his words were misunderstood.
Madrid lawmakers call for Israel arms embargo
Spain's parliament narrowly passes a non-binding motion urging an arms embargo on Israel due to military operations in Gaza.
Iranian FM:
Iranian FM: Zero bombs = deal, zero enrichment = no deal
Ahead of next round of nuclear talks with the US, Foreign Minister Abbas Araghchi again reiterates his country’s stance on nuclear enrichment.
Rubio hints:
Rubio hints at more Arab nations joining Abraham Accords this year
US Secretary of State Marco Rubio indicates that more Arab nations could normalize ties with Israel by year-end, as Washington prioritizes a historic deal with Saudi Arabia.
Eurovision winner:
Eurovision winner: Disappointing to see Israel still participating
Austrian Eurovision 2025 champion JJ voices strong opinions regarding Israel's participation in the contest and the fairness of the voting system, expresses desire for Eurovision 2026 to be held "without Israel."
Iran, US to resume nuclear talks in Rome
Iran and the United States to hold their fifth round of nuclear talks in Rome this week, mediated by Oman. The discussions aim for a new agreement where sanctions relief would curb Iran's nuclear activities.
US Ambassador:
US Ambassador slams Houthi terror: Israel has the right to defend itself
US Ambassador to the UN Dorothy Shea condemns Houthi terrorists, affirms US support for Israel's right to respond to Houthi missile attacks.
Iran's Supreme Leader:
Iran's Supreme Leader: Nuclear talks 'unlikely' to yield any results
Iran's Supreme Leader Ayatollah Ali Khamenei expresses profound doubt regarding the efficacy of nuclear talks with the United States, warns the US against "speaking nonsense."
Amid antisemitism concerns
Harvard President skips Senate hearing amidst antisemitism concerns
Harvard President Alan Garber declines to testify at a Senate hearing on higher education issues. Committee Chair Sen. Cassidy expresses disappointment, noting concerns about "tolerance of antisemitism" on campus.
Vance denies canceling Israel trip over Gaza
US Vice President refutes report stating he canceled his planned Israel trip due to expanded IDF operations in Gaza, says decision was primarily logistical.
'A fighter and survivor'
Netanyahu wishes Biden a speedy recovery: A fighter and survivor
Prime Minister Netanyahu wishes former US President a full recovery from cancer: I have known Joe for 45 years. One thing is for sure, Joe is a fighter and a survivor.
Gary Lineker's BBC tenure ends after antisemitic 'rat' post and Gaza remarks
Gary Lineker to leave the BBC on Monday after 26 years, following an antisemitism controversy sparked by a shared social media post featuring a rat, coupled with his branding of Israel's response to the October 7 attacks as "beyond depraved."
White House:
White House: Reports of Vance Israel visit are false
White House denies reports in Israeli media that Vice President JD Vance plans to visit Israel this week, says Vance will return to Washington on Monday.
Tehran stands firm:
Tehran stands firm: Enrichment is non-negotiable
Iran's Foreign Minister Abbas Araghchi declares that uranium enrichment will continue "with or without a deal," even as nuclear talks with the US progress.