Yitz Goldberg

Awkward moment:

Awkward moment: Syrian President battles water bottle

Syrian president draws attention after awkward on-stage moment goes viral, as he discusses Iran, Israel ties and Syria’s post-war future.

Diplomatic incident:

Latin Patriarch attempts to enter Holy Sepulchre despite wartime restrictions

Cardinal Pierbattista Pizzaballa stopped en route to Holy Sepulchre after attempting entry despite wartime restrictions, Israel cites missile threat

Report:

Report: Lebanon tracking presence of Iranian nationals in the country

Lebanon launches sweeping probe into Iranian nationals amid fears of hidden IRGC activity, as diplomats flee and tensions surge across the country.

'Go back to Qatar'

'Go back to Qatar': Jewish Londoners chase Al Jazeera out of neighborhood

Al Jazeera camera crew faced confrontation from local Jewish community members at the scene of an arson attack on Jewish ambulances in Golders Green.

Lebanon PM: We will not back down against Hezbollah

Lebanese PM Nawaf Salam blames Hezbollah for dragging Lebanon into war, signals openness to negotiations with Israel and limiting weapons.

Anti-Israel coalitions join forces for ‘largest’ Gaza flotilla

Anti-Israel activist groups announced plans for a unified flotilla of over 100 vessels to Gaza, aiming to deliver aid and challenge the blockade.

Reza Pahlavi to Iranians:

Reza Pahlavi urges Iranians to mark ancient festival in defiance of regime

Reza Pahlavi urged Iranians to mark Charshanbeh Suri in defiance of the Islamic Republic and called for protests outside regime embassies.

Norway:

Norway: Man arrested after suspicious activity near Trondheim synagogue

Norwegian police arrest suspect after incident near synagogue in Trondheim; second person sought following vehicle chase from city

US to Iranian civilians:

US to Iranian civilians: Avoid ports along the Strait of Hormuz

CENTCOM warns that the Iranian regime is using civilian ports along the Strait of Hormuz to conduct military operations, forfeiting their protected status and making them valid targets.

For second time:

For second time since war began: NATO intercepts Iranian missile over Turkey

Iranian ballistic missile entered Turkish airspace and was intercepted by NATO air and missile defense elements. This is the second time NATO intercepted an Iranian missile since the war began.

Watch:

Watch: Emirati aircraft intercept Iranian drones

UAE's Ministry of Defense publishes footage showing the its air defences intercepting and destroying Iranian UAVs that attempted to target the country.

Macron to Netanyahu:

Macron to Netanyahu: Refrain from launching a ground offensive in Lebanon

French president urges Hezbollah to halt attacks, calls on Israel to avoid ground offensive and return to ceasefire agreement.

White House:

WH Press Sec.: Full control will soon be gained over entire Iranian airspace

Press Secretary Karoline Leavitt briefs the press for the first time since the operation against Iran began.

First since World War II

Watch: US submarine sinks Iranian ship in Indian Ocean

Footage shows the Iranian frigate IRIS Dena being hit by a US Navy torpedo, the first ship sunk by a US torpedo since World War II.

Lebanese government issues immediate ban on Hezbollah's armed activity

Lebanse cabinet demands Hezbollah disarm, orders army to enforce weapons restrictions north of Litani River amid regional tensions and ceasefire demands.

Churchill statue in London defaced with anti-Israel graffiti, one arrested

Met Police arrest suspect after anti-Israel slogans sprayed on Parliament Square monument; Downing Street condemns vandalism as abhorrent.

Iran-US nuclear meeting ends, Omani FM claims 'significant progress'

Oman reports progress after Geneva talks as US and Iran prepare for consultations and technical discussions in Vienna next week.

Report: Just half of UK Jews celebrate Purim

A JPR survey of 4,822 UK Jews finds 49% celebrated Purim in 2025, with observance closely tied to age, children at home and synagogue ties.

US pulls out of largest northeast Syria base amid shift

US convoy departs Qasrak base as officials signal a phased drawdown, with up to 1,000 troops reportedly set to leave Syria in the coming weeks.

Europe’s last Jewish haven?

Europe’s last Jewish haven? Inside a 1,000-year-old community’s fight to survive

In historic Prague, young Jewish leaders speak with Arutz Sheva about battling rising antisemitism and a shrinking community, vowing to rebuild pride and secure their future.

As sides meet

Khamenei as sides meet: US warships can be sent “to the bottom of the sea"

As renewed negotiations with the US continue, Ayatollah Ali Khamenei posted threats online, warning American military forces and rejecting limits on Iran’s missiles.

Swiss commentator’s anti-Israel rant erupts at Winter Olympics

Stefan Renna questions Israeli bobsled captain's Olympic eligibility on air, sparking sharp responses.

5,700 detained ISIS fighters moved to Iraq in secretive night operation

US and coalition forces complete 23-day operation transferring more than 5,700 ISIS fighters from Syria to Iraqi custody to bolster regional security.

Smoke over Iranian capital:

Massive fire erupts in Tehran market

A massive fire broke out in Jannat Abbad market in western Tehran, footage shows large plume of smoke over the city.

Houthis threaten to 'open the gates of hell'

Houthi spokesman warns Israel that continued fighting in Gaza could trigger renewed attacks from Yemen amid what he calls a fragile ceasefire

Bipartisan US bill seeks sanctions to defend Syrian Kurds

Bipartisan bill would sanction Syrian officials and allies over attacks on the Kurdish-led SDF, citing risks to US troops, regional stability, and a potential ISIS resurgence.

EU designates IRGC as terror organization

The European Union announced the designation of Iran’s Revolutionary Guards as a terror group, alongside new sanctions over protest repression and abuses.

Muslim Brotherhood rocked by exploitation scandal

Leaked testimonies cited by Al-Arabiya allege a fugitive Muslim Brotherhood figure abused his role to exploit families of imprisoned members.

Beverly Hills

Beverly Hills venue backtracks after forcing Israeli comic to denounce 'genocide'

A Beverly Hills theater barred Israeli comic Guy Hochman and demanded political disavowals, then apologized after backlash and accusations of discrimination.

The end to clashes between Kurds and Syrian forces?

President al-Sharaa orders ceasefire as Syrian forces advance against SDF, raises unity, sovereignty and possible integration talks with Kurds.

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Watch: IDF launches strikes in Lebanon's Bekaa Valley

Local media outlets reported that IDF strikes targeted Hezbollah targets in the village of Sahmar in the western Bekaa Valley.

PA welcomes Trump’s push for next phase of Gaza plan

PA welcomed President Trump’s efforts to advance the second phase of his peace plan for Gaza, backing a transitional administration and renewed international coordination.

Jewish MP's visit canceled due to pro-Palestinian pressure

UK Prime Minister slams decision to cancel a visit by Labour MP Damian Egan to a school in his constituency last September, pleging that those who prevented it would be held accountable.

Ahead of US visit:

Prime Minister's Office posts video of Netanyahu and Trump in B-2 bomber ahead of US visit

Marking six months since war with Iran, Prime Minister's Press Office posts AI-generated video to Instagram showing the two leaders in the cockpit of a B-2 bomber with the caption 'On our victory lap.'

Viral photo shows Elon Musk as child at Jewish celebration

A childhood photo of Elon Musk celebrating Purim resurfaced online and went viral after the billionaire confirmed its authenticity.

Despite antisemitic threats

Despite antisemitic threats: Jewish org. urges synagogues not to use police for protection

IfNotNow urges Jewish communities to avoid police and armed guards, claiming such security endangers Jews of color.

Amid celebrations and unrest

Syria marks one year since Assad’s fall amid celebrations and unrest

Syria reflects on a year of celebration and violence as Sharaa urges unity amid ongoing insecurity, minority fears, and competing foreign influences.

Lebanese PM:

Lebanese PM: Hezbollah arms offer no deterrence for Lebanon

PM Salam says Hezbollah’s arms failed to deter attacks as Lebanon confronts a rising one‑sided conflict and seeks to restore state authority.

Aide:

Aide: Arafat would have expanded war after Oct. 7, not condemn it

In an extensive interview, Arafat’s aide says the late leader would have expanded the war after October 7 and reveals new claims of poisoning and internal conspiracy.

Lebanese Army arrests major Bekaa crime boss with Hezbollah connections

Arrest of influential Bekaa‑based trafficker in army ambush delivers major setback to criminal networks long tied to drug smuggling and Hezbollah-linked operations.