Iranian President to visit Damascus
The visit comes amid Arab willingness to re-engage with the Syrian government.
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Erdogan:
Erdogan: Turkey eliminated ISIS leader in operation in Syria
Turkish President says Turkey intelligence "neutralized" ISIS leader Abu al-Qurayshi.
Iran seizes oil tanker in the Gulf of Oman
Iran claims the seizure came after an unknown ship collided with an Iranian vessel in the Persian Gulf.
Chabad in Barcelona hit with anti-Israel graffiti
The incident comes nine days after the Great Synagogue of Barcelona was painted with graffiti.
Convicted Nazi camp guard dies at 102
Josef Schuetz, who was found guilty of being an accessory to murder, dies while awaiting outcome of appeal.
Biden warns:
Biden warns: North Korean nuclear attack will result in end of regime
US President and South Korean counterpart warn North Korea against using its nuclear arsenal.
German court rules:
German court rules: Frankfurt cannot cancel Rogers Waters concert
Frankfurt sought to cancel the former Pink Floyd's concert due to his antisemitic leanings.
Sanders endorses Biden, won't try to run for President again
Senator Sanders says he will do everything he cans to see Biden reelected.
Germany:
Germany: Syrian man arrested in suspected Islamist terror plot
German authorities arrest Syrian man in Hamburg on suspicion of planning to carry out attack motivated by Islamic extremism.
On Israel's Independence Day:
On Israel's Independence Day: House approves pro-Israel resolution
House of Representatives approves resolution calling for expansion Abraham Accords and expressing support for US relations with Israel.
Taliban kills ISIS leader behind 2021 attack in Kabul
US officials confirm that Taliban eliminated ISIS-K leader behind August 2021 suicide bombing during US withdrawal from Afghanistan.
Jury selection begins in trial of Pittsburgh synagogue attacker
Robert Bowers faces 63 counts in the 2018 attack during Shabbat services at Tree of Life synagogue.
Britain:
Britain: Labour lawmaker suspended over remarks on Jews
Labour Party suspends lawmaker Diane Abbott over claims that prejudice experienced by Jewish people was not the same as racism.
Germany:
Suspect arrested in stabbing attack in gym in western Germany
26-year-old Syrian arrested in attack in which four were wounded. The motive for the attack is still unclear.
Reports in Syria:
Reports in Syria: Israel struck Hezbollah facility in Quneitra
Syrian media report that Israel attacked a military facility in Quneitra using artillery fire.
IDF to demolish home of Tel Aviv terrorist
IDF issues demolition order for terrorist who murdered Or Eshkar. Home of Ido Baruch murderer to be demolished as well.
Iran claims it forced US submarine to surface in Gulf
US Navy says Iran's claim is "absolutely false" and "represents more Iranian disinformation".
Report:
Report: Biden to officially announce reelection campaign next week
Sources tell The Washington Post that Biden is likely to announce his reelection campaign next Tuesday.
Movie set shooting:
Charges dropped against Alec Baldwin in movie set shooting
Charges dropped against the actor in the fatal shooting of cinematographer on the set of his movie "Rust" in October of 2021.
US Navy sails drone through the Strait of Hormuz
The narrow waterway has often been a site of tense encounters between Americans and Iranian forces.
Israeli officials:
Israeli officials: Austin sought to reassure Gallant over leaked Pentagon documents
US Defense Secretary privately tried to reassure his Israeli counterpart that administration is taking steps to prevent future leaks.
Iranian Crown Prince:
Iranian Crown Prince: Iranians and Israelis need to be strategic partners
Iranian Crown Prince Reza Pahlavi: The Iranian regime does not represent the Iranian people.
Chinese Foreign Minister:
Chinese Foreign Minister: We're ready to help facilitate Israel-PA peace talks
China's Foreign Minister, Qin Gang, speaks to Israeli and PA counterparts, expresses concerns over intensifying tensions.
UK sanctions Lebanese businessman over Hezbollah support
Meanwhile, US authorities announce action against a network allegedly helping the man avoid sanctions.
Senator Schumer:
Senator Schumer: We must ensure the Holocaust never fades from memory
Senate Majority Leader in statement on Holocaust Remembrance Day: We must fight antisemitism wherever it rears its ugly head.
US confirms:
US confirms: Senior ISIS leader killed in helicopter strike in Syria
CENTCOM says senior ISIS leader who planned attacks in the Middle East and Europe was killed in US raid in northern Syria.
Three ISIS officials killed in US raid in Syria
CENTCOM says raid resulted in death of senior ISIS leader who planned attacks in the Middle East and Europe.
Iran closes more than 150 businesses over hijab law
More than 150 businesses in 24 hours shut down for not respecting obligation for women to wear headscarves.
Syria:
ISIS terrorists kill at least 31 truffle hunters in Syria
Syrian Observatory for Human Rights also reports four shepherds killed by ISIS jihadists in a separate incident.
Iran:
Iran: 10 sent to prison over downing of Ukrainian airliner in 2020
Iran sentences 10 members of armed forces to prison over involvement in downing of Ukraine International Airlines flight in January of 2020.
Nasrallah:
Nasrallah: Recent developments are serving the axis of resistance against Israel
Hezbollah leader claims that diplomacy will negatively affect normalization efforts with Israel.
North Korea successfully launches ICBM
The launch was supervised on site by North Korean leader Kim Jong Un.
Senior US officials:
Senior US officials: Netanyahu will visit Washington before the end of the month
Sky News Arabia cites US officials who say Hezbollah is providing Hamas with advanced missiles to strike Israel from Lebanon.
Saudis to hold negotiations with Yemen's Houthi rebels
The initiatives to achieve peace gained momentum since Saudi Arabia and Iran agreed to re-establish ties.
New York:
Teens wanted in connection with antisemitic attacks in Queens, New York
Group of teens wanted for series of antisemitic attacks during Passover, including rock-throwing and shouting antisemitic remarks.
Assad, Iranian President discuss 'Israeli failure'
Syrian President speaks to Iranian President Ebrahim Raisi following recent rocket fire from Syria and Israeli retaliation.
Reports:
Reports: Pentagon documents detail possible Israeli lethal aid to Ukraine
Leaked Defense Department classified documents include one with scenarios in which Israel would agree to provide “lethal aid” to Ukraine.
After Al-Aqsa clashes:
After Al-Aqsa clashes: Sirens sounded in southern Israel
Sirens sound in communities located near the border with the Gaza Strip and in Sderot. IDF says 16 launches identified.
Canadian grocery store bans distribution of antisemitic newspaper
Ontario-based newspaper with history of antisemitism will no longer be available in local grocery stores.
Hamas convicts six 'collaborators' with Israel
Military court in Gaza Strip convicts six people of "collaboration" with Israel, sentencing two of them to death.
