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Middle East officials urged states to 'lull' Israel into agreements as cover for war

BY SHIR PERETS — Mon, 10 Aug 2026 08:30:03 GMT

KAN News report said regional officials suggested reaching agreement with Israel with the intention of later violating it • Officials further advised to use the period to 'prepare for a future war'

After months out of public view, Iran releases undated video of Supreme Leader Mojtaba Khamenei

BY DANYA SAPERSTEIN AND REUTERS — Mon, 10 Aug 2026 08:11:40 GMT

The video clip, which was under 15 seconds, appeared to show Khamenei speaking with a group of other men. No date or location was specified in the footage.

Why Gulf nations are flying in basic necessities as Hormuz closure raises cost of living - analysis

BY JACOB WIRTSCHAFTER/THE MEDIA LINE — Mon, 10 Aug 2026 10:03:08 GMT

"A lot of the necessities, and I'm talking food, that these Gulf nations require - Kuwait, the UAE, Bahrain, Qatar, Saudi Arabia - comes in by boat," and flying in goods is causing prices to rise.

US Ambassador to UN Mike Waltz says Iran fears economic sanctions over military attacks

BY LEO FEIERBERG BETTER AND ESTHER DAVIS — Mon, 10 Aug 2026 06:41:38 GMT

“When Iran is coming to the table with our negotiators, they are talking about cash, cash, cash. Because they’ll absorb the bombings," Waltz said in an interview with Fox News.

Trump's claim of 'low-keying' negotiations reignites debate over US policy towards Iran

BY 103FM — Mon, 10 Aug 2026 09:34:58 GMT

Suleiman Maswadeh, a commentator for Channel 13 News, addressed the developments with 103FM, warning that even the current statement does not necessarily indicate Trump's future direction.

The billionaire who wants to build the Middle East a parliament on Israeli soil - interview

BY ZVIKA KLEIN — Sun, 09 Aug 2026 22:58:12 GMT

Joseph (Joe) J. Sitt calls it the Abraham Organization, and he is deliberate about dropping the word "Accord," referring to it as "the next evolution."

Trump willing to end war, declare victory on Iran with no nuclear deal, officials say - report

BY JAMES GENN — Sun, 09 Aug 2026 15:01:16 GMT

The Wall Street Journal reported that Trump privately floated the idea with senior aides, with Iran's reopening of the Strait of Hormuz to international shipping a key condition.

Netanyahu willing to give Trump's Gaza plan a chance, IDF retreating to Yellow Line - report

BY LEO FEIERBERG BETTER — Mon, 10 Aug 2026 02:38:20 GMT

According to the Axios report, the US and the mediators in talks are demanding that Hamas begin the process of disarmament.

Netanyahu strengthens bid for prime minister, Likud overtakes Yashar! ahead of election - poll

BY ESTHER DAVIS — Mon, 10 Aug 2026 03:50:35 GMT

The latest poll showed that 41% of people think Netanyahu would make a better leader than Eisenkot, compared to 34% who think Eisenkot would be better.

Millions of burnt books show how 'war of endurance' is hurting Ukraine, economy continues to slow

BY REUTERS — Mon, 10 Aug 2026 09:24:52 GMT

A Russian drone strike on Ranok's warehouse in the northeastern city of Kharkiv on August 1 destroyed about 8 million books, the biggest blow yet to Ukraine's publishing industry during the war.

Taylor Farms recalls salsa, guacamole over salmonella risk, weeks after cyclosporiasis concerns

BY REUTERS — Mon, 10 Aug 2026 09:59:08 GMT

The California-based supplier said it had voluntarily recalled the products, including salsas and guacamole, after being notified that Coast Citrus Distributors was recalling the fresh peppers.

Meridian Holdings Q2 2026: What happens when the bettors win, but the company still grows?

BY JERUSALEM POST STAFF AND IN COLLABORATION WITH MERIDIAN HOLDINGS — Thu, 06 Aug 2026 18:04:16 GMT

Meridian Holdings Inc. (NASDAQ: MRDN) reported 16% revenue growth, a second consecutive profitable quarter, showing why diversification, technology & Meridian x UFC matter beyond the headline numbers

IDF's Zamir meets top US comm. to promote cooperation on Lebanon, Hezbollah strategy - exclusive

BY YONAH JEREMY BOB — Wed, 01 Jul 2026 22:55:43 GMT

The return of the American coordinator signals progress in attempts to deploy the Lebanese Army and expel Hezbollah from some areas in southern Lebanon.

Arad residents protest alleged Gur Hassidic ‘takeover’ of city amid rising violence

BY RAMI SHANI — Thu, 02 Jul 2026 10:05:30 GMT

A rally is planned in the city for Thursday amid escalating tensions, arrests, and accusations of selective police enforcement.

US won't accept 'pragmatic' Iran leadership without real change, Huckabee tells 'Post' - interview

BY AMICHAI STEIN — Wed, 01 Jul 2026 14:37:56 GMT

“President Trump’s been incredibly clear that he’ll stay with his commitment that Iran will never have a nuclear weapon,” Huckabee said. “They’re not going to be able to be a continued threat."

Azerbaijan chief rabbi asks Knesset to reconsider recognition of Armenian Genocide - exclusive

BY MATHILDA HELLER — Wed, 01 Jul 2026 14:16:35 GMT

Rabbi Shneur Segal, Chief Rabbi of the Ashkenazi Jewish Community of Azerbaijan, sent the letter to Ofir Katz, Chairman of the Likud Faction, on Monday following the Israeli government's vote.

Conscience or convenience: What's behind Israel's recognition of Armenian Genocide? -opinion

BY DR. ELINA BARDACH-YALOV — Wed, 01 Jul 2026 18:44:01 GMT

The moral question, however, never changed. If recognizing the Armenian tragedy is a moral imperative today, why was it not one in 2006, or in 1996?

Mixed results for Israeli clubs in European soccer qualifying, Hapoel Tel Aviv achieve valuable win

BY JOSHUA HALICKMAN — Mon, 10 Aug 2026 04:53:22 GMT

Beitar Jerusalem came up short against Austria Wien 2-1 in the first leg of their Conference League third-round qualifying tie, while Maccabi Tel Aviv suffered a 3-0 defeat to CSKA Sofia.

Israel officially rejects BoP 15-point plan for Gaza's reconstruction, Netanyahu declares

Sun, 09 Aug 2026 14:07:47 GMT

Speaking at a cabinet meeting, PM says IDF 'will not carry out any withdrawal until Hamas is genuinely disarmed' • Netanyahu: Iran knows Israel will deal 'powerful blow' if it strikes

Golda ice cream chain faces NIS 350 million lawsuit over falsely labeled sugar-free options

BY JERUSALEM POST STAFF — Sun, 09 Aug 2026 21:52:53 GMT

The court concluded that sufficient grounds existed to allege financial damage, with the amount to be determined at a later date following further proceedings.

Despite rejection, Israel's actions in Gaza are in line with BoP's 15-point framework - analysis

BY AMICHAI STEIN — Sun, 09 Aug 2026 17:43:45 GMT

There seems to be a notable gap between the public messaging coming from Israeli leadership and the actions implemented on the ground by the IDF.

Wounded IDF soldiers allegedly mistreated, denied water by Arab Rambam staff, brother claims

BY BATYA GILADI — Sun, 09 Aug 2026 11:22:01 GMT

Rambam stated that, after an investigation, it rejected all claims of wrongdoing toward the wounded soldiers by their staff.

Saudi Arabia's new agreement with Turkey, Pakistan puts stability on dangerous ground - editorial

BY JPOST EDITORIAL — Mon, 10 Aug 2026 05:56:14 GMT

Riyadh must decide whether its new alliances will strengthen regional stability or give greater influence to governments seeking to turn Israel into the common enemy.

India-Israel ties will bloom amid Middle East's new Mecca Pact - analysis

BY HERB KEINON — Sun, 09 Aug 2026 19:51:24 GMT

Ties with Greece and Cyprus are also likely to benefit from the agreement, with Athens and Nicosia as concerned about an expanded Turkish footprint in the eastern Mediterranean as Jerusalem is.

Israel must prepare its Joshua Generation for the post-Netanyahu era - opinion

BY SHMUEL LEGESSE — Sun, 09 Aug 2026 19:59:42 GMT

Israel has become a military, technological, and economic powerhouse. Yet as its strategic strength has reached historic heights, its international legitimacy has increasingly come under attack.

The rubicon of antisemitism crossed in the West - Israel will face new dangers, too - opinion

BY JACOB LAVIEL DALLAL — Sun, 09 Aug 2026 19:01:02 GMT

The wave of antisemitism is not receding; it is becoming more pervasive and more commonplace. In the US, for example, one in three individuals said they were targets of antisemitism.