Gaza-Israel

Noam Bettan wins Next Star reality show, to represent Israel at Eurovision 2026

Noam Bettan wins Next Star for Eurovision and prepares to showcase his soulful performance for Israel on the world stage in Vienna.

Noam Bettan will represent Israel at Eurovision 2026.
US and Israeli soldiers seen at the Civil-Military Coordination Center, in Kiryat Gat, southern Israel, November 17, 2025

European states see US-led Gaza base as ‘failure,’ consider pullback, diplomats say

	Former hostage Eitan Mor attends a conference titled “Gaza: The Day After” at the Knesset, the Israeli parliament, in Jerusalem, on January 12, 2026.

Hamas 'will not give up until last Israeli is gone,' former hostage Eitan Mor says

Destroyed buildings in the northern Gaza Strip, as seen from the Israeli side of the border, on January 4, 2025.

New Gaza neighborhoods, stabilization force planned under US-led CMCC - exclusive


Beyond the Headlines: Light that endures - opinion

A weekly glimpse into the Israel you won’t read about in the news

Avinatan Or returns home to hundreds cheering for him, October 21, 2025.

Israel’s long road to healing: How war and political failure shape the nation - opinion

MIDDLE ISRAEL: After Israel’s latest war, the nation is left with deep trauma and political disillusionment. The path to healing and reconciliation is uncertain.

PROTESTERS AT Hostage Square in Tel Aviv last week. It has been half a century since Israeli society has been this traumatized, says the author.

Israeli, Palestinian 'maximalist views' wont' solve 'Palestinian issue, UAE's Gargash says

Gargash said that any annexation in the Palestinian territories would be considered a "red line," adding that discussions are ongoing regarding sending personnel on the ground in Gaza.

Diplomatic Advisor to the President of the United Arab Emirates Anwar Gargash takes a question from the media at the IISS Manama Dialogue in Manama, Bahrain, November 18, 2023.

Diaspora Jews: Israel's ignored partners in supporting the war - opinion

As Israel celebrates the return of hostages, the Jewish Diaspora’s powerful support goes unacknowledged. Their contributions financially sustained Israel’s war effort.

IDF Chief of Staff Eyal Zamir speaks to Israeli soldiers near the Gaza border, October 9, 2025

From happiness of reunions to ongoing mission: Hostage families' first statements since release

Several of the family members of the hostages who were released spoke to the press for the first time since the return of their loved ones on Monday.

Families of former Gaza hostages.

After Nobel goes to Machado, Trump nominated for Israel Prize

After María Corina Machado won the Nobel Peace Prize, Ronny Douek nominated Donald Trump for the Israel Prize, citing his support for Israel and Middle East peace efforts.

US PRESIDENT Donald Trump speaks at the White House on October 8, 2025.

Israel at War Day 720: What's happening in Gaza, West Bank?

Tony Blair reportedly to take leadership role in Gaza • Iran says IAEA deal hinges on no hostile actions, including UN sanctions snapback • Trump says he had good talks with Netanyahu on Gaza.

Israeli Prime Minister Benjamin Netanyahu addresses the 80th United Nations General Assembly (UNGA) at U.N. headquarters in New York City, US, September 26, 2025

Trump says he had good talks on Gaza, including with Netanyahu

Trump reports progress in Gaza talks with Netanyahu.

U.S. President Donald Trump speaks during the 80th United Nations General Assembly, in New York City, New York, U.S., September 23, 2025.

How far has Israel fallen? Netanyahu dragged Israel into complete isolation - opinion

It has long been a Netanyahu mantra that Israel must stand against a hostile world, alone if necessary. Through his own government’s missteps, he has brought Israel to the brink of true isolation.

Prime Minister Benjamin Netanyahu at the opening of the Knesset Museum, Jerusalem, August 11, 2025; illustrative.

'Another painful heartbreak that grips an entire nation': Officials mourn four slain IDF soldiers

The soldiers were named as Major Omri Chai Ben Moshe, Lieutenant Ron Arieli, Lieutenant Eitan Avner Ben Itzhak, and Lieutenant Eran Shelem.

Family and friends of Israeli soldier Lieutenant Eitan Avner Ben Itzhak attend his funeral at the Mount Herzl Military Cemetery in Jerusalem on September 18, 2025. He was killed in combat in the Gaza Strip.