Iran says 'understanding' reached with US as Geneva nuclear talks conclude

Iran's Foreign Minister Abbas Araghchi demanded that explicit reference to the possible use of force by the US be brought to an immediate, unconditional end.

Preparing for new Iran war, Israel escalates Lebanon strikes to cripple Hezbollah

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Iran's Foreign Minister Abbas Araghchi on the day he addresses a special session of the Conference on Disarmament at the United Nations, aside of US-Iran talks in Geneva, Switzerland, February 17, 2026
People carry "Lion and Sun" pre-Iranian Revolution national flags as they gather near the United Nations office, as the second round of nuclear talks between U.S. and Iran takes place, in Geneva, Switzerland, February 17, 2026.
People attend a pro-government memorial ceremony marking the 40th day of mourning for victims of the previous anti-government Iranian protests, in Tehran, Iran, February 17, 2026

Iran's Khamenei threatens US Navy, suggests it could be hit so hard it 'cannot get up again'

Iran’s supreme leader threatened US military power, rejected limits on Iran’s missile program, and criticized Washington after US aircraft carriers were sent to the region.

Iran's Supreme Leader Ayatollah Ali Khamenei waves during a meeting in Tehran, Iran, February 17, 2026.
Hezbollah terrorists march in the funeral of senior terrorist Haytham Ali Tabatabai, others killed in IDF airstrike, in Beirut, November 24, 2025; illustrative.

Hezbollah reportedly open to parallel US talks on Lebanon security deal

Hezbollah does not oppose a parallel political negotiation with the US aimed at a security agreement with Lebanon, sources told Al Akhbar, alongside efforts to disarm the group south of the Litani.

REPORT
An IDF soldier operating in the West Bank, published on February 6, 2026.

One Palestinian child killed, two injured while playing in IDF live-fire zone

For first time, Israeli Arabs more likely than Jews to work in field of study, 2024 data reveals

Former Prime Minister Naftali Bennett attends a Conference of Presidents of Major American Jewish Organizations in Jerusalem, on February 17, 2026.

Bennett calls for 'new leadership,' indicates not willing to form gov't with Netanyahu

Former Israeli prime minister Naftali Bennett attends a conference at the Academic College in Tel Aviv, January 7, 2026.

Bennett’s poll surge could be pushing him toward Likud, Yesh Atid MK warns

A Palestinian man seen with his sheep in a Bedouin village in the northern Jordan Valley, on June 17, 2023.

Sheep dead in West Bank, US and Iran hold nuclear talks in Geneva

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Tricia Tuttle, director of the Berlinale.

Berlinale head Tricia Tuttle defends jury for refusing to condemn Israel for ‘genocide’

A boat approaches the St Kitt's and Nevis-flagged container ship Marsa Victory while crusing in the waters of the Strait of Hormuz off the coast of Khasab in Oman's northern Musandam peninsula on June 25, 2025.

Iran to close parts of Hormuz Strait for few hours due to 'security precautions,' shipping safety

A woman holds a Ukrainian flag at a protest near the United Nations office, on the day of US-mediated peace talks between Russia and Ukraine in Geneva, Switzerland, February 17, 2026.

Ukraine, Russia begin Geneva talks as Trump piles new pressure on Kyiv

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IDF seizes Hamas weapons cache, air force strikes terrorist after crossing Yellow Line

A weapon cache belonging to Hamas terrorists in the Rafah brigade was found by the IDF during operational activity in the area of the Yellow Line in the southern Gaza Strip on Monday February 16, 2026.

Suspect arrested at airport ahead of departure after allegedly raping teen on Jewish Agency trip

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Israel's four-man bobsled team.

Swiss broadcaster pulls Winter Olympics Israeli bobsleigh commentary after anti-Israel comments

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Trump’s pursuit of an Iran deal undermines regional stability

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Trump’s excessive desire for deals, agreements, and photographs with Khamenei will earn him no place in history.

Spike Lee, Kyrie Irving wear pro-Palestinian outfits to NBA All-Star Game featuring Israeli player

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‘Jews are white’: US minority psychologists’ coalition rejects Jewish ethnic recognition

The American Psychological Association headquarters in Washington, D.C.

'Genocide, baby killers': Holocaust survivor, rather than harassers, kicked out of Madrid museum

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NGOs waited decades to brand Israel with ‘genocide' label, watchdog head tells 'Post'

A two-pronged approach: After US visit, Lebanon’s army eyes Hezbollah ‘disarmament’

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The high level of activity of the IDF in Lebanon shows that Hezbollah continues to pose a threat.

Iran's IRGC Navy launches maritime drill in Strait of Hormuz

A member of the Lebanese military stands guard during a visit by Lebanon's prime minister to the heavily-damaged southern village of Kfar Kila, destroyed by the Israeli military, near the border with Israel on February 8, 2026.

Undetected by Israel: How Hamas used emojis, SIM swaps to greenlight Oct. 7

This picture taken during a media tour organised by the Israeli military on January 27, 2024, shows Israeli soldiers patrolling an area in Gaza's main southern city of Khan Yunis, amid continuing battles between Israel and the Palestinian terrorist group Hamas.

Up to 130 int'l lawyers protected IDF from war crimes charges as it fought in Gaza

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If Iran regime survives, Hamas will rearm, become threat to Israel again, Graham tells 'Post'

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Donald Trump promised to help Iranians – when is that help coming?

US President Donald Trump speaks during a meeting with Canadian Prime Minister Mark Carney (not pictured) at the G7 summit in Kananaskis, Alberta, Canada, June 16, 2025
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People walk at the Kurdish-run al-Hol camp, which holds relatives of suspected Islamic State (IS) group fighters in the northeastern Hasakeh governorate, on April 18, 2025.
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Iran’s repression of Azerbaijani identity

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Australia invests $2.76 billion on shipyard to deliver for nuclear-powered submarines

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Anti-Israel activists, commentators fume after LeBron James praises Deni Avdija, Israel

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Scotiabank dissolves stake in Israel's Elbit System following pro-Palestine criticism

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IDF, Soroka, Joseftal hospitals carry out first-ever ECMO patient evacuation

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In a first-of-its-kind operation, the Israel Air Force and medical teams from Soroka and Joseftal hospitals airlifted a young woman connected to an ECMO life-support system from Eilat to Beersheba.

New study examines debate over brain-dead pregnant women kept on ventilator

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Emergence of a new Anglo demographic in Israel requires a change of priorities

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