Live Updates: Trump announces 'historic' Hamas disarmament deal as US-Iran tensions grow
Board of Peace, White House officials to ‘Post’: Hamas, Palestinian factions agreed to deal’s framework, implementation • ‘Israel skeptical, but not much they can do except see it happen’
Follow us on GoogleMilitary equipment targeted at an unknown location, during what US CENTCOM says are strikes on Iran, in this video screengrab released July 20.(photo credit: CENTCOM/Handout via REUTERS)
The deal includes the disarmament of Hamas and all other armed groups in Gaza.
ByMIRIAM SELA-EITAMUS President Donald Trump speaks to reporters aboard Air Force One en route to Michigan, US, July 27, 2026. (photo credit: REUTERS/Evan Vucci)Go to the full article > >
Using 700 tons of explosives: IDF destroys Hezbollah tunnel network in southern Lebanon
US Treasury sanctions networks supporting Iran’s Mahan Air, IRGC from India, China, Russia
Treasury Secretary Scott Bessent said those providing financial, logistical, or commercial support to the IRGC or Mahan Air are “helping sustain a terrorist enterprise."
ByIDAN KWELLERAn Iranian cleric walks past a billboard depicting a portrait of the former commander of the IRGC Aerospace Forces, Brigadier General Amir Ali Hajizadeh, on February 21, 2026. (photo credit: Morteza Nikoubazl/NurPhoto via Getty Images)Go to the full article > >
Trump’s Iran dilemma becomes battle for US public opinion as his approval hits all-time low
As of Thursday, recent polls showed Trump with approval below 40% as the Iran stalemate, fuel prices, and inflation narrowed his room to maneuver.
ByIDAN KWELLERUS President Donald Trump speaks to reporters aboard Air Force One en route to Michigan, US, July 27, 2026. (photo credit: REUTERS/Evan Vucci)Go to the full article > >
UN Rapporteur's report accuses Israel of 'femicide,' omits Jewish victims
A UN report on violence against mothers presents disputed allegations against Israel as fact while excluding Israeli victims of murder, captivity and sexual violence.
ByMATHILDA HELLERUnited Nations Special Rapporteur on violence against women, its causes and consequences, Reem Alsalem (L) and UN Human Rights Officer Orlagh McCann (R) address a press conference in Ankara on July 27, 2022.(photo credit: ADEM ALTAN/AFP via Getty Images)Go to the full article > >
Houthis, Iraqi militias coordinated Saudi attacks from Iraq, officials say
Saudi and regional assessments say the Houthis worked with Iraqi armed groups to strike the kingdom, highlighting deeper coordination within Iran’s regional axis.
ByREUTERSA ship off the port of Aden, where traffic remained steady after the Iran-aligned Houthis said their forces had carried out missile and drone strikes on Saudi oil tankers, in Aden, Yemen, July 23, 2026. (photo credit: REUTERS/STRINGER)Go to the full article > >
Yamal, Shin Bet apprehend Arab Israeli wanted for terror activity
The incident is suspected to be a “Tequila incident,” meaning that a special team of an elite counterterrorism unit within the Shin Bet was called to the scene.
Trump, Netanyahu did not discuss Gaza in DC meeting
ByIDAN KWELLEROperation Roaring Lion: What you need to know
Israel and the US launched Operations Roaring Lion and Epic Fury on February 28, with the stated aim of creating conditions for regime change
Ayatollah Ali Khamenei was killed by an Israeli strike on a Tehran bunker. Iran’s defense minister and several IRGC generals were also killed in the largest-ever aerial attack by the IAF
Iran retaliated by firing across the Middle East at Gulf nations and US military bases in the region
Thirty-nine IDF soldiers and 23 civilians have been killed, and at least 7,693 more injured in ballistic missile attacks across Israel since February 28 • 18 US soldiers killed, CENTCOM says
A ceasefire deal was announced on April 7 and went into effect on April 8
