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Earlier on Wednesday, pro-regime activists held a protest outside the embassy, burning Israeli and US flags.

Iranian Foreign Minister Abbas Araqchi said that "there is no plan" by Iran to hang people. "Hanging is out of the question."

Iranian filmmaker Javad Ganji, 39, was shot during protests in Tehran's Sadeghiyeh area, according to Hengaw and the National Council of Resistance of Iran's data.

The interim governing body for Gaza will have 15 members, according to Witkoff, though their names have not been confirmed. It remains unclear how Hamas will be disarmed as required by the plan.

There are also concerns about how detainees are being treated by the Syrian authorities and about the desecration of the bodies of the fallen.

Turkey, which deems Kurdish militants in northern Iraq terrorists, has warned in recent days that any foreign intervention in Iran would escalate regional crises.

According to HRANA, 18,434 arrests have been confirmed, along with 97 forced confessions and 1,134 people sustaining severe injuries.

Trump warned Iran that if it retaliated against the US, the US would respond at levels “never seen before.”

Ayandeh Bank, which was run by individuals connected to the Iranian regime, failed after accumulating nearly $5 billion in losses from bad loans.

A Saudi royal source told N12 that Trump should pursue limited military strikes against Islamic Regime leaders and officials to alleviate protest repression.

An unnamed Israeli official also said it appeared Trump had decided to intervene, though the scope and timing remained unclear.

The future of the International Stabilization Force is also in question, as the only major success so far has been the CMCC, the US's coordination center in Kiryat Gat.

The US issues a warning for citizens to evacuate Iran as protests intensify, with many Iranians seeking refuge in Turkey, crossing the Kapikoy border gate into Van Province.

The city in Iraq is home to one of Shi’ite Islam’s holiest shrines and has long relied on Iranian pilgrims, who have traditionally made up the largest proportion of visitors.

This week is crucial in terms of the protests. Many issues are coming together at the same time as Iran’s regime seeks to ride out the challenge. 

Hezbollah insists that the deal only applies to the southernmost region of Lebanon that borders Israel and has refused to relinquish its arsenal elsewhere.

This comes despite the return of all the hostages held in Gaza being a key tenet of the first phase of the ceasefire. The remains of St.-Sgt.-Maj. Ran Gvili remain in captivity.

“You are the national military of Iran, not the military of the Islamic Republic. You have a duty to protect the lives of your compatriots," Pahlavi wrote.

“I saw what we call a ‘mass casualty’ situation in medicine. That is when your potential and facilities to provide services are less than the population of patients,” said an Iranian doctor.

"The United States and Israeli regime bear direct and undeniable legal responsibility for the resulting loss of innocent civilian lives, particularly among the youth,” said the Iranian Ambassador.

Five days of fighting last week left at least 23 people dead, according to Syria's health ministry, and saw more than 150,000 flee the two Kurdish-run pockets of the city.

Iran is currently seeing its biggest anti-government demonstrations in years as the administration of President Donald Trump weighs how to respond.

Sa’ar said that an EU designation “would be both a moral and an effective step, and would send a clear message to the Iranian people: We hear your voice. You are not alone.”

The Washington Post reported the search was linked to the case against Aurelio Perez-Lugones, a technology specialist for a US government contractor.

The Danish FM clarified that any “ideas that would not respect [the] territorial integrity of the Kingdom of Denmark and the right of self-determination of the Greenlandic people are unacceptable."

Liam Óg Ó hAnnaidh, whose stage name is Mo Chara, was accused of having waved the flag of the banned militant group Hezbollah during a November 2024 gig.

"The United States needs Greenland for the purpose of National Security. It is vital for the Golden Dome that we are building. NATO should be leading the way for us to get it," Trump wrote.

Zubaydah was accused of being a high-ranking Al-Qaeda official and was alleged to have run training camps in Afghanistan for terrorists. The claim has not been substantiated.

Protester Erfan Soltani is set to be put to death as soon as today, without trial, after regime forces arrested him in his home on January 8.

Although she remained a largely unsung figure in the civil rights movement for decades, Colvin's 1955 act of rebellion inspired Parks and others.

Some Arab officials voiced concern that US or Israeli attacks could trigger a ‘rally around the flag effect,’ where public approval for a country's leaders surges during a national crisis.

Local police told Reuters there were more bodies in the wreckage that had yet to be retrieved.

Palestinian Media Watch said PA statements carried by official outlets in late December and early January backed Beijing’s stance on Taiwan, days after China held high-profile military drills.

The couple's refusal escalated a monthlong battle against the chairman of the Republican-led House Oversight Committee, James R. Comer of Kentucky.

Israeli psychic Uri Geller appointed US President Trump as the president of his island, claiming that US presence in Lamb could prevent a war with China and Russia, and holds the "key to peace."

Shahrabad became a national curiosity after Iranian outlets reported that about 40 of the village’s roughly 240 residents were twins, an unusually high proportion.

“Logic would indicate that if significant numbers are reporting seeing strange objects in the sky then there may be a basis in fact,” a 1997 Defense Intelligence Staff memo said.

In a powerful episode of The Deep Dive, taekwondo champion and women’s rights activist Marzieh Hamidi shares a raw and urgent message from the streets of Iran.

The Jerusalem Post's must-listen news roundup with Shifra Jacobs—the top stories, clear and concise. 

Whether you’re here for the adrenaline rush or the perfect beachside unwind, The Jerusalem Post Podcast – Travel Edition explores the island of CocoCay, and it truly lives up to its name!

At the Jerusalem Post Miami Conference, Brig. Gen. (res.) Amir Avivi laid out dire warnings and bold optimism for Israel’s future. 

At the Jerusalem Post Miami Conference, FLAI chair Haim Bibas hailed diaspora partnership, local leadership, and unity after war.

“Israel needs American bipartisanship”.

Israel Discount Bank President and CEO Avi Levi spoke at Jpost Miami Summit 2026.

“Knowing our clients and understanding their businesses is the DNA of the organization”.

En el Cuerno de África está teniendo lugar un cambio estratégico: el reconocimiento de Somalilandia por parte de Israel y su asociación con India señalan un movimiento hacia la seguridad flexible.

Esto a pesar de que el regreso de todos los rehenes en Gaza era un punto clave de la primera fase del cese al fuego. Los restos del Sargento Mayor St.-Maj. Ran Gvili siguen en cautiverio.

Mientras se estima que unas 2,000 personas han sido asesinadas en protestas contra el régimen islámico en las últimas semanas, Erfaneh Soltani es el primer manifestante condenado a muerte.

La actriz posó para fotos con la pareja, que fueron secuestrados del Festival Nova el 7 de octubre de 2023. El encuentro, la ubicación y la hora exacta de la reunión no se divulgaron inmediatamente.

Los Emiratos Árabes Unidos, muestra que los emiratíes tenían la intención de usar sus bases militares para apoyar a Israel.

En cierto modo, parecía que Trump estaba experimentando con cuánto podía impactar en el mundo después de secuestrar al líder venezolano, Nicolás Maduro, sin tomar ninguna acción concreta adicional.

Según el WSJ, los estados rivales de Irán en el Golfo han evitado en gran medida abordar las protestas que se han extendido por Irán desde finales de diciembre, dejando miles de muertos.

La arquitectura de seguridad en capas de Irán, sustentada por la Guardia Revolucionaria y la fuerza paramilitar Basij, hace que la coacción externa sin ruptura interna resulte extremadamente difícil.

El resultado más perdurable de no atacar no sería simplemente el fracaso de esta revuelta. Sería el daño a largo plazo: una confirmación de que el respaldo externo es en gran medida performático.

The idea is to treat constitutional monarchy as a piece of political technology. A way of concentrating legitimacy in a single, recognizable figure while locking his power in a box.

In 2026, the State of Israel will go to elections to elect a new government. In 2026, the Palestinians will also go to elections to elect a new government.

I have acquired an original architectural drawing – a “whiteprint” – of the very first design of the crematoria built in Birkenau as an expansion of Auschwitz by Austrian architect Walter Dejaco.

The Jerusalem Post Group, in collaboration with the Texas-Israel Alliance (TIA), announced the "Unicorn Rodeo" conference in Dallas, focusing on AI, health, energy, and security.

Winter in Mateh Yehuda: Drive east through the lush green Judean hills and enjoy a rich, European-like landscape that delights in every season.

Over the past two decades, CEO Yoel Zilberman has built a Zionist organization that helps farmers protect their land, provides support during crises, and promotes agricultural education

The new line includes more than 30 products based on a unique active complex that operates even at the cellular level and is intended for home use as a continuation of clinical treatment.

The production model has been unveiled, offering a maximum range of 448 km, something electric cars around four meters long usually do not get. When is it coming to Israel and how much might it cost.

The limited role played by Iran’s regional allies in the last round was not a sign of Tehran’s restraint. It was the result of a deliberate and successful effort by Israel, backed clearly by the US.

It sounds like barking in the middle of the night — the kind that alarms many parents — but it is most likely stridor. What does this cough indicate and how is it treated? A family physician answers.

Winter is the perfect time to head into the desert. Travel to the Negev, soak in the winter sun, and discover the magic between craters and vineyards. We returned, as expected, completely in love.

Greenland has virtually no antisemitism. There is also a near-total absence of a Jewish community.

For the first time in Israel, the public ranked their favorite perfumes. YSL Libre Intense and Dior Sauvage took top spots, with more surprises in the results.

If we must choose between snatching dictators and snatching democrats, between capturing tyrants and prosecuting defenders, the choice should be obvious.

Ankara has created, sustained, and directed a well-established network of Islamist proxies.

Most Iranian ethnic minorities disdain both Crown Prince Reza Pahlavi and the MEK, who have been calling for protests. However, that does not mean that they still should not join.

Israel’s tech strength is undeniable, but its gaming identity is still forming. Now, the industry’s evolution may finally align with Israel’s emerging creative scene.

While Foucault praised Iran’s 1979 revolution as spiritual, Iranian women warned it would mean coercion, veiling, and the erasure of their rights.

It is the responsibility of the government to provide protection to its citizens. 

Zionism thrives when it aligns with the Jews who are willing to carry it forward and not on nostalgic ideals.

Siri is set for a major upgrade based on Google’s Gemini model, aiming to speed Apple’s push into AI after delays and criticism over lagging behind competitors.

The announcement of Witkoff’s Doctor of Philosophy Honoris Causa Bar-Ilan title came as a recognition of the politician's work over the ceasefire in Gaza and the hostages' return to Israel.

The Education Ministry considers a new policy requiring portraits of government officials in classrooms, sparking debate amid rising political tensions.

“Given the recent events in Israel and Gaza, this nonprofit provides medical aid and essential supplies to children injured and left homeless by the bombings in Gaza,” said Al-Shaair.

Real estate investor Alon Abady donates a $100M office tower to Chabad, setting the stage for the creation of a massive Jewish center in the heart of Los Angeles.

"This arrest is a significant disruption to an alleged serious criminal and his alleged criminal enterprise in Australia," said the Australian Federal Police Commissioner.

The government plans an initial sale of 25-30% of each company on the Tel Aviv Stock Exchange in small tranches this year

Feldstein and Urich were arrested in March 2024 in connection with the Bild affair, which centers on the September 2024 leak of a classified military intelligence document.

It is still too early to assess whether the current protest will succeed and what Israel should do or not do in the face of provocative declarations suggesting interference in Iran's internal affairs

According to the White House, the worker “screamed non-stop in rage,” and the president was provoked and acted within reason.

The future political system of Iran must consciously distribute power and sovereignty from the top down, in accordance with democratic constitutional principles and the interests of the regions.

If humanity is truly to be a shared value, then pain must also be shared. Why do the same eyes that shed tears for Gaza not weep for Aleppo?

The actress posed for photos with the couple, who were abducted from the Nova Festival on October 7, 2023. The encounter, location, and exact timing of the meeting were not immediately disclosed.

In southern Gaza, troops found a multi-barrel rocket launcher and a rocket positioned nearby. Both were dismantled, the IDF said.

Reuters was not able to establish how many Chinese companies received the notice, which the sources said was issued in recent days.

Halevi, who ordered the Military Police to investigate the leak and brought the Shin Bet into the picture, is expected to detail how the original inquiry was launched and handled.

According to Axon Vision, the new C‑UAS systems will support US defense and homeland security customers. 

Three flavors will be sold in most branches and via delivery nationwide, the company said, as part of a push to pair indulgence with balanced nutrition.

L’Oréal-owned luxury haircare brand says Moore will front international campaigns, with Israel activation slated alongside a February 2026 global rollout.

The Met began arresting individuals using the phrase “globalize the intifada” in December. Khan said the language has had a direct impact on Jewish communities in London.

The main investors in Arkin Bio Ventures III together with Arkin Capital are Israeli institutional investors including Phoenix Finance, Clal Insurance, and Amitim pension fund

China’s extensive financial and energy ties with Caracas – built over decades through loans, oil deals, and infrastructure agreements – are now jeopardized

The AG announced the settlement with Betar, which is considered to be a far-right Zionist not-for-profit group, on Tuesday.

According to the House referral, CAIR-CA may have improperly used millions in federal funds, provided misleading information to the IRS, and materially supported unlawful conduct.

Discovered in 2010 and excavated since 2013, the tomb dates back to the ancient kingdom of Phrygia (1200 to 675 BCE), but is located more than 100 miles west of Gordion, the kingdom’s capital.

The 21-year-old Swedish national, listed as one of Europol's most wanted and a leading member of the Foxtrot network, was arrested in December.

The IDF's medical research tech commander updates the Post on post-war developments, as the improvements are settled to help soldiers with PTSD treatment and whole blood delivery in battle field.

Protesters disguised as Qatari sheikhs disrupt Likud's Tel Aviv headquarters over Qatargate allegations.

A 32-year-old man was arrested and is in police custody, but the circumstances and motive of the suspect are still unknown, and the investigation is ongoing.

Ethereum price prediction 2026: Tom Lee predicts $7,500+ as ETH targets $5,000. Why Zero Knowledge Proof's $100M pre-built network offers 100x alternative.

Six Hamas fighters were spotted by IDF surveillance on Tuesday, trying to surprise and ambush the military. After counter-fire and additional operations, all six terrorists were killed.

The hearing continued the prosecution’s cross-examination in the Bezeq-Walla affair, in which he is charged with bribery, fraud, and breach of trust.

The Court ruled that there was “no practical point” in holding the session absent a substantive response from the prime minister on the petitions’ factual claims. 

"This law is highly problematic and will not achieve its intended results," said Professor Barak Medina of the Hebrew University of Jerusalem.

In crowded online markets, expert comparison sites help users find the best services by offering detailed, niche-specific information that supports informed, confident decisions.

“We’re coming up with the best outline, the most exact one,” Ben-Gvir told the panel.

A large amount of phytochemicals is found in vegetables and fruits – and they strengthen the body and prevent chronic diseases. Where are they found, and how much of them should be consumed?

Another 17% said the affair is troubling but not very serious, 13% said it is not an affair at all, and 9% said they could not assess its severity.

Arrests in Iraq reveal an alliance: Iran is outsourcing its jihad, hiring biker gangs and drug lords to target Israelis, Jews, and dissidents across the West.

The memo, first reported by Fox News, instructs US US embassies to deny visas under existing law while the department reassesses its procedures.

On Sunday, dozens of Golani Brigade soldiers and officers walked out of a large conference hall to protest female soldiers singing at the ceremony.

IDF Spokesperson Brig.-Gen. Effie Defrin reassures Israel's public of steady readiness, stressing no changes to home front instructions despite fears of a US attack on Iran.

Blue and White released a series of videos described as “nightmare scenarios” that it claimed would occur if “a government controlled by extremists comes to power again.”

Created in 2012 in a collaboration between Hungarian Jewish communities and civil society groups, the Action and Protection Foundation (TEV) began operation in 2013.

In an interview earlier, Gantz said he does not rule out sitting with Netanyahu in a unity government. “It’s time to abandon the ‘anybody but Bibi’ idea and shift to ‘anybody but extremists."

Torossian said the "whole idea that we targeted random Palestinians and Muslims [is wrong]," adding "what they are saying is you can't counter people who attack synagogues."

CES 2026, the annual Consumer Technology Association technology show, ran in Las Vegas from January 6 to January 9, 2026, drawing global tech executives, startups, and investors to the convention.

Shin Bet Chief David Zini announced the appointment of "N." as the new deputy head, with Prime Minister Netanyahu’s approval.

Researchers have extracted DNA and recovered the rhino's genome from a chunk of undigested meat from the stomach contents found in a wolf puppy's remains.