Israel-Lebanon ceasefire extended for 45 days, Iran allegedly behind Canada attacks on US consulate

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PA reinforcing notorious 'pay-for-slay' policy • IDF confirms death of Hamas military chief following Gaza strike • Land convoy sets out from Libya as part of Gaza flotilla

IDF soldiers operating in southern Lebanon, published April 29, 2026.
PROTESTERS MARCH at a rally marking Al-Quds Day and opposing the war on Iran and Lebanon in downtown Toronto, Ontario, Canada, March 14, 2026.
Smoke rises following a strike on the Bapco Oil Refinery, amid the U.S.-Israeli conflict with Iran, on Sitra Island Bahrain, March 9, 2026.

Hamas leadership elections end without political leader selection, promises future vote

ICC issues secret arrest warrants against several Israeli politicians, military officials

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According to the report, the warrants target three Israeli politicians and two military officials, though it remains unclear when they were issued.

JUDGES ARRIVE for a session of the International Court of Justice in The Hague.
Israeli singer Shay-Li Atari Wiener, who recently revealed she was raped several years ago, protests alongside supporters outside a court hearing of her alleged rapist in Tel Aviv, January 21, 2026.

Musician Yuval Vilner named as suspect in alleged rape of Shay-Lee Atary, Naama Shahar

In March, the court had temporarily barred publication of his name, holding off on disclosure due to claims that publication could trigger a suicidal act. 

Avigdor Liberman speaks at the Knesset, May 11 2026.
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IDF tests Jordan Valley readiness in Dead Sea surprise attack drill

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Screengrab of explosion near Beit Shemesh, May 17, 2026.

Massive explosion in Beit Shemesh area was coordinated test with defense company, officials say

PROTESTERS MARCH at a rally marking Al-Quds Day and opposing the war on Iran and Lebanon in downtown Toronto, Ontario, Canada, March 14, 2026.

Iran allegedly behind Canada attacks on US consulate, synagogue

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Iran’s new supreme leader, Mojtaba Khamenei, the second son of late Iran's Supreme Leader Ayatollah Ali Khamenei, attends a meeting in Tehran, Iran, March 2, 2016.

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IDF reservist dismissed after allegedly vandalizing, damaging Palestinians' property while off duty

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US Secretary of State approves $25.8 billion in weapons sales to Middle East allies

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The West Bank security barrier near Abu Dis, pictured in February 2020; illustrative.

The Palestinian Authority is reinforcing and institutionalizing notorious 'pay-for-slay' policy

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At least eight injured after car ramming attack, attempted stabbing in Italian city of Modena

Boats from a large flotilla attempting to break a maritime blockade on the Hamas-ruled Gaza strip seen arriving at the Ashdod port, after the Israeli Navy took control of the vessels overnight.

Land convoy sets out from Libya as part of Gaza flotilla effort

Tens of thousands march in London in separate immigration, pro‑Palestinian protests

Some protesters on Saturday chanted "Death to the IDF," referring to the Israeli army - language that police previously said had been a reason for arrests when aimed at Jewish people.

A man holds a mock-up of a key during a march, held by Palestine Solidarity Campaign, to mark the 78th anniversary of the Nakba in London on May 16, 2026.

Toronto: Antisemitic crimes 35 percent of all hate crimes, 82 percent of religious motivated crimes

Prosecutors seek death penalty for shooter in 2025 Capital Jewish Museum attack

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Tel Aviv University student wounded in Gaza finds swastika on his car

IDF confirms death of Hamas military chief following Gaza strike

Izz ad-Din al-Haddad was the highest-ranking military commander of Hamas and the last leader of the October 7 massacre remaining in the Gaza Strip.

A fire burns in a residential apartment after Israeli shelling, according to the Ministry of Health, in Gaza City May 15, 2026.

FBI offers $200,000 reward for former US Air Force specialist accused of spying for Iran

Israel, Lebanon agree on 45-day ceasefire extension, negotiation to continue on two tracks

Smoke rises during an Israeli military operation in southern Lebanon, May 6, 2026

IDF strikes nearly 100 Hezbollah targets, kills two terrorists operating near rocket launch site

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FIFA to meet Iran officials in Istanbul over World Cup participation in the US

FIFA will meet Iranian officials in Istanbul to reassure Iran’s national team over World Cup participation, ensuring safe entry amid US and Canada restrictions.

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Israel names IAI CEO Boaz Levy chairman in first for state-owned defense company

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