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US seizes Iran-linked oil tanker off Venezuela

US seizes The Skipper, an Iran-linked tanker, off Venezuela. Trump says the oil will be kept by the US.

US seizes Iran-linked oil tanker off Venezuela

Harvard professor agrees to leave US after synagogue shooting

Senior Harvard professor, charged with firing shots near a synagogue on Yom Kippur, agrees to leave US voluntarily before being deported.

Harvard professor agrees to leave US after synagogue shooting

Officials in Jerusalem present:

New evidence of Hezbollah’s accelerated armament

US envoy Morgan Ortagus receives evidence from senior Israeli officials pointing to Hezbollah’s rapid rearmament and Lebanon’s lack of action.

New evidence of Hezbollah’s accelerated armament

Colombia deports members of the 'Lev Tahor' cult

Nine adults and 17 minors from the 'Lev Tahor' cult were deported from Colombia after trying to reestablish the group in a remote area of ​​the country.

Colombia deports members of the 'Lev Tahor' cult

US pressures Lebanon: Return unexploded Israeli bomb

The US administration has formally requested the Lebanese government to return an advanced GBU-39B bomb that remained intact after an Israeli attack on Beirut. The main concern: advanced American technology leaking to Hezbollah or hostile countries.

US pressures Lebanon: Return unexploded Israeli bomb

Hungary:

Progressive Jewish groups concerned over US ambassador-designate

Progressive Jewish groups in Hungary and US warn that President Trump’s nominee for US ambassador, Ben Landa, may limit community dialogue due to his ties to Israeli far-right figures.

Progressive Jewish groups concerned over US ambassador-designate

Afghan TikTok user says he is building bomb targeting Fort Worth

Mohammad Dawood Alokozay, admitted under Operation Allies Welcome, was arrested after posting a TikTok video hinting at a bomb attack targeting Fort Worth, raising concerns about immigration vetting and national security.

Afghan TikTok user says he is building bomb targeting Fort Worth

Antisemitism in Seattle:

High school ignores complaints of blatant antisemitism

Jewish student sues Seattle school district, claiming high school did nothing to stop antisemitism despite repeated complaints.

High school ignores complaints of blatant antisemitism

US and Ukraine report progress in talks on ending war

US and Ukrainian officials report progress in Geneva talks on an end to the Russia-Ukraine war, though details remain scarce.

US and Ukraine report progress in talks on ending war

How Israel is becoming more American

From prom culture and SUVs to American TV shows and fast food chains, Israel's growing community of 300,000+ US citizens is reshaping fashion, entertainment, dining, and daily lifestyle across the country.

How Israel is becoming more American

US and Arab states:

Gaza peace plan 'a sincere path to Palestinian statehood'

The US and eight nations issue a joint statement backing UN resolution endorsing Trump’s Gaza peace plan, calling it a sincere path to Palestinian statehood and regional stability.

Gaza peace plan 'a sincere path to Palestinian statehood'

British commentator held in US lands back in London

British commentator Sami Hamdi returns to London after two weeks in US detention. His visa was revoked during a Gaza-focused speaking tour.

British commentator held in US lands back in London

After ICE detention

British commentator Sami Hamdi agrees to leave US

UK commentator Sami Hamdi will leave the US after ICE detained him over pro-Hamas remarks. CAIR says he was targeted for criticizing Israel.

British commentator Sami Hamdi agrees to leave US

US official:

'Iran still funnels billions to Hezbollah despite sanctions'

US sanctions chief says Iran sent $1B to Hezbollah this year, notes Washington sees a chance to cut funding and push disarmament of Hezobllah.

'Iran still funnels billions to Hezbollah despite sanctions'

Air traffic chaos as shutdown restrictions impact US airports

The Federal Aviation Administration has unleashed unprecedented flight reductions at 40 of the nation's busiest airports, stranding thousands of passengers.

Air traffic chaos as shutdown restrictions impact US airports

Report: US mulls Saudi request for 48 F-35s

The US is weighing a Saudi request to buy 48 F-35 jets, according to Reuters, a move that could shift the regional balance and test Israel’s military edge.

Report: US mulls Saudi request for 48 F-35s

US proposes to UN:

Gaza force with mandate to demilitarize and rebuild

According to Axios, the US has proposed a UN-backed international force to govern and secure Gaza through 2027, with a mandate to disarm terror groups and oversee reconstruction.

Gaza force with mandate to demilitarize and rebuild

170 Israeli Mothers Seek Healing in Historic US Mission

170 Israeli mothers and children who lost loved ones in the war are coming to America for a historic healing journey-and you can meet them Deal, NJ

170 Israeli Mothers Seek Healing in Historic US Mission

US revokes visa, detains British commentator Sami Hamdi

US immigration authorities detain British political commentator Sami Hamdi, revoked his visa, preventing him from completing a speaking tour sponsored by CAIR.

US revokes visa, detains British commentator Sami Hamdi

Kamala Harris hints at 2028 presidential run

Former US Vice President Kamala Harris says she’s “not done” with politics and may run for president in 2028.

Kamala Harris hints at 2028 presidential run

UN rapporteur:

'US sanctions over Gaza report are mafia-style intimidation'

UN expert Francesca Albanese denounces US sanctions as “mafia-style” tactics after accusing Israel of genocide in Gaza. Barred from entering the US, she presented her report from South Africa.

'US sanctions over Gaza report are mafia-style intimidation'

US mulling:

Controversial Gaza aid foundation may be replaced

The US is considering a new Gaza aid plan to replace the Gaza Humanitarian Foundation with regional Red Cross groups and an evangelical NGO.

Controversial Gaza aid foundation may be replaced

Blatant attack by New York mayoral candidate

Leading candidate for mayor of New York causes outrage after releasing a statement, 'Netanyahu launched a genocidal war in wake of October 7.'

Blatant attack by New York mayoral candidate

US sanctions Palestinian NGOs over ICC actions against Israel

Secretary of State Marco Rubio announces sanctions against three Palestinian Arab NGOs for aiding ICC efforts to prosecute Israelis, citing threats to sovereignty and opposition to the court’s jurisdiction over non-member states.

US sanctions Palestinian NGOs over ICC actions against Israel

Fatal prank in Houston:

Ringing the doorbell ended in an 11-year-old's death

An 11-year-old was shot to death in Houston after participating in a 'ding-dong-ditch' prank, when someone rings a house's doorbell and runs away.

Ringing the doorbell ended in an 11-year-old's death

Minister Gideon Sa'ar on X:

E3 pushes for UN sanctions as Iran continues nuclear pursuit

Despite Israel and US operation against Iran’s nuclear program, Iran still desires to acquire a nuclear weapon. E3’s move to initiate the return of UN sanctions on Iran is crucial to curb Iran’s nuclear ambitions.

E3 pushes for UN sanctions as Iran continues nuclear pursuit

Americans arrested for photographing sensitive facility

Two students from the United States studying in Jerusalem arrested on suspicion of photographing a sensitive security facility at the city's entrance.

Americans arrested for photographing sensitive facility

'Flagrant attack'

ICC condemns latest US sanctions

The ICC strongly rejects new US sanctions against its personnel, calling them a "flagrant attack" on judicial independence and an "affront" to victims.

ICC condemns latest US sanctions

USPS honors Holocaust survivor Elie Wiesel with new stamp

New US Postal Service stamp honors Holocaust survivor and humanitarian Elie Wiesel.

USPS honors Holocaust survivor Elie Wiesel with new stamp

Shi'ites in US streets:

Procession of 40,000 Shi'ite Muslims in Michigan

40,000 people join Arbaeen procession in Dearborn, Michigan, the heart of the largest Shiite community in the US, which was heavily secured and widely covered in US and international media.

Procession of 40,000 Shi'ite Muslims in Michigan

Bereaved father suffers antisemitic attack at his home in Atlanta

The father of Rose Lubin, a Border Police soldier who was murdered at Herod's Gate in Jerusalem, was accused that his daughter, 'went to murder.'

Bereaved father suffers antisemitic attack at his home in Atlanta

Typical day in Israel:

Mike Huckabee shelters in Jerusalem during missile attack

During a missile attack from Yemen, U.S. Ambassador Mike Huckabee sheltered at Jerusalem’s Begin Center, calling it 'another typical day in Israel' and condemning Hamas supporters as 'sick.'

Mike Huckabee shelters in Jerusalem during missile attack

The US pressure that forced Israel to change its aid policy

Israel increased humanitarian aid, agreed to unilateral ceasefires, due to mounting pressure from the US and UN, despite potential harm to war effort and loss of leverage in hostage release negotiations, report says.

The US pressure that forced Israel to change its aid policy

US cracks down on Houthi-linked companies in Yemen and UAE

US sanctions key individuals and companies tied to a Houthi petroleum smuggling network across Yemen and the UAE, accusing them of laundering funds and importing Iranian oil to support the group's operations in the Red Sea and beyond.

US cracks down on Houthi-linked companies in Yemen and UAE

Laurie Cardoza-Moore:

'Woke right' is normalizing antisemitic rhetoric

Laurie Cardoza-Moore, head of PJTN says antisemitism is infiltrating US education and Hispanic and Latino Christians have a biblical responsibility to stand with the Jewish people and the State of Israel.

'Woke right' is normalizing antisemitic rhetoric

Citing 'rights violations'

Court blocks Trump order sanctioning ICC workers

US federal judge blocks President Trump's executive order imposing sanctions on those aiding ICC investigations, calling it an unconstitutional breach of free speech.

Court blocks Trump order sanctioning ICC workers

UN rapporteur Albanese:

'US sanctions are a violation of immunity'

Anti-Israel UN Special Rapporteur Francesca Albanese claims US sanctions are a "violation" of her immunity, stemming from her "genocide" accusations against Israel.

'US sanctions are a violation of immunity'

'No red lines'

Anti-Israel rapporteur decries US sanctions

UN Rapporteur Francesca Albanese, known for anti-Israel bias, labels new US sanctions "scary" and a "dangerous" precedent.

Anti-Israel rapporteur decries US sanctions

EU criticizes US sanctions on anti-Israel UN official

European Union criticizes the US for sanctioning Francesca Albanese, the UN Special Rapporteur on human rights in the Palestinian territories, known for her anti-Israel stance.

EU criticizes US sanctions on anti-Israel UN official

Netanyahu:

'I hope we can cross the line towards a deal'

Prime Minister Netanyahu is expected to meet again tonight with US President Donald Trump, against the backdrop of progress in the negotiations.

'I hope we can cross the line towards a deal'

July 4, 2025:

The United States and American Jews at a crossroads

Which approach will America take regarding Israel and the Jewish people? Will the extremist views and the polarization continue, or will one path emerge as the US’s bipartisan mainstream Israel policy? American Jews also have questions they must answer. Opinion..

The United States and American Jews at a crossroads

US official: Houthis will remain a future threat

A senior US military official warns that Yemen's Houthi rebels will likely remain a persistent problem for the US, despite a recent agreement that halted US air campaigns.

US official: Houthis will remain a future threat

US attack on Iran:

US airstrike devastated Iran’s Fordow nuclear facility

Satellite images show heavy damage to Iran’s Fordow nuclear site after US airstrike. President Trump confirms strike, calling it 'a clear message to Iran.'

US airstrike devastated Iran’s Fordow nuclear facility

IDF Spokesperson:

'Iran now paying price for years of regional terror'

Brig. Gen. Efi Defrin confirms US struck nuclear sites in Iran and announces recovery of three bodies of Israeli hostages from Gaza, 'Regime’s ability to threaten Israel is being dismantled piece by piece.'

'Iran now paying price for years of regional terror'

Iranian FM threatens US and Israel following strike on Fordow

Iranian FM Abbas Araghchi condemns US for its overnight strike on Fordow nuclear facility, calling it a 'grave violation' of international law and vowing that Iran reserves the right to respond.

Iranian FM threatens US and Israel following strike on Fordow

Houthis express full support for Iran, threaten naval attacks

Houthis in northern Yemen issue strong statement backing Iran, warning any US attack on Iran would lead to strikes on American ships in Red Sea.

Houthis express full support for Iran, threaten naval attacks

Senior US official:

US support could end Operation Rising Lion within a week

Initially planned to last up to three weeks, according to Israeli assessments, US involvement could dramatically shorten the conflict’s duration.

US support could end Operation Rising Lion within a week

US Poll:

Majority back Israeli strike on Iran if diplomacy fails

A Ronald Reagan Institute survey conducted ahead of Israel's attack on Iran reveals that 45% of US residents supported an Israeli strike should US-Iran talks collapse, with sharp divisions between Republican and Democrat voters.

Majority back Israeli strike on Iran if diplomacy fails

EU backs ICC following US sanctions on judges

The EU throws its support behind the International Criminal Court after the US imposed sanctions on four ICC judges in response to ICC actions against Israeli and US officials.

EU backs ICC following US sanctions on judges

Trump admin. moves to deport family of Boulder firebomb attacker

Wife and children of Mohammed Suliman, the terrorist behind the Boulder Molotov cocktail attack, detained by ICE. US officials seek their immediate deportation as investigators probe their possible connection to the attack.

Trump admin. moves to deport family of Boulder firebomb attacker

Sara Netanyahu:

'Deep State' targeting Trump and my husband alike

Sara Netanyahu accuses radical left-wing elites of operating a 'Deep State' in both Israel and the US and shares her personal efforts to support families of Israeli hostages held by Hamas.

'Deep State' targeting Trump and my husband alike

US denies breakthrough in Tsurkov hostage release talks

Senior US official refutes Arab media claims of a breakthrough in negotiations for the release of Israeli-Russian academic Elizabeth Tsurkov, abducted in Iraq in March 2023.

US denies breakthrough in Tsurkov hostage release talks

US Ambassador:

'Israel has the right to defend itself against Houthi terror'

US Ambassador to the UN Dorothy Shea condemns Houthi terrorists, affirms US support for Israel's right to respond to Houthi missile attacks.

'Israel has the right to defend itself against Houthi terror'

US Ambassador to Israel:

'America is your friend—we stand with Israel against evil'

US Ambassador to Israel Mike Huckabee declares unwavering US support for Israel at a high-level economic reception in Tel Aviv, affirming, 'Your enemies are our enemies.'

'America is your friend—we stand with Israel against evil'

US and Saudi Arabia sign historic $142 billion arms deal

Landmark defense agreement inked during President Trump's regional tour; discussions include potential sale of F-35 fighter jets.

US and Saudi Arabia sign historic $142 billion arms deal

Sovereignty isn’t negotiable:

Mexico refuses Trump's offer to attack drug dealers in Mexico

President of Mexico refuses Trump's offer to attack drug dealers in Mexico, 'We can work together, but you in your territory and us in ours.'

Mexico refuses Trump's offer to attack drug dealers in Mexico

Iran:

'US strikes in Yemen are a war crime'

Iran condemns US strikes on Yemen that Houthi rebels claimed killed at least 68 people.

'US strikes in Yemen are a war crime'

Report:

US eyeing major arms deal with Saudi Arabia

Washington preparing a multi-billion dollar arms package for Saudi Arabia, potentially topping $100 billion, sources tell Reuters. The proposal is expected to coincide with Trump’s upcoming visit to the kingdom.

US eyeing major arms deal with Saudi Arabia

Minister Ben Gvir visits Miami police station

Minister Ben Gvir, accompanied by the Miami Police Department's senior commander, learns about training processes, technology, operations at the station.

Minister Ben Gvir visits Miami police station

Chair. of Republicans in Israel:

Ambassador Huckabee brings passion and professionalism

'A new era in US-Israel alliance, based on shared values, mutual security, and a vision for regional stability'. Atty. Marc Zell and Dr. Paul Brody reflect on Mike Huckabee’s appointment as US Ambassador to Israel.

Ambassador Huckabee brings passion and professionalism