President Isaac Herzog shared that he feels "deep pride in Israel's Christian communities," reaffirming that Israel will continue to protect freedom of worship for people of all faiths.

According to Owens, Jews like Shapiro supposedly believed that they were "contract lords and that people are not allowed to violate contracts or you will ruin them for years."

Talik Gvili noted that she will be flying to the United States to meet with US President Donald Trump at the request of Prime Minister Benjamin Netanyahu.

Officials from both sides confirmed the deal but offered few details on implementation, leaving observers cautious as they urged follow-through. 

Tech jobs in Israel are no longer growing, and the number of enterprises hiring new staff has decreased to only 1,350 in 2025

As GLP-1 pills become widely available, food companies and restaurants are adjusting to rising demand for high-protein, smaller portions to meet weight-loss trends.

Foreign Minister Gideon Sa’ar called on Jews in Europe, Australia, and North America to make aliyah, citing rising antisemitism worldwide during a Hanukkah event in Rishon Lezion.