Foreign affairs
Democrats urge Trump to reverse mass ambassador recalls
Democratic senators warn that President Trump’s decision to recall nearly 30 career ambassadors creates a leadership vacuum, weakening US influence as rivals like China and Russia expand their reach.
Jewish communities, MFA hold first J50 network forum to improve communication
Sa'ar announces forum with worldwide Jewish leaders to address growing antisemitism
In the quest for true allies, Israel should look eastward to India - opinion
New ‘Woman, Life, Freedom' mural unveiled in Ibim, near Gaza border
The installation features six women whose lives and stories represent different facets of courage. Among them is Shirel Haim Pour, a 22-year-old Persian Jew murdered in the October 7 assault.
New haredi draft bill grants 'amnesty' for haredim called-up since 2023 - explainer
The new haredi draft bill softens personal sanctions, allowing draft evaders to regularize their status around age 26. This flexibility draws sharp criticism from the opposition.
Israeli FM Sa’ar meets with Paraguayan counterpart and President Peña in Asuncion
“Paraguay continues to strengthen alliances that look to the future,” said Peña, and stated that Sa’ar is “developing a work agenda" between both countries.
Foreign Minister Gideon Sa'ar to travel to India for state visit on Tuesday
During his trip, Sa'ar is scheduled to meet with senior Indian officials, including his counterpart Dr. Subrahmanyam Jaishankar.
‘Look at my son, he’s dying!’: Father of hostage Rom Braslavski begs MKs to act
Father of hostage Rom Braslavski accused MKs of neglect, warning his son is “dying” in Hamas captivity during a heated Knesset debate.
Six European foreign ministers condemn Israel's planned Gaza City operation
In the statement, the ministers said that they "condemn the most recent Israeli offensive launched in the Strip and the announcement to establish a permanent presence in Gaza City."
'Tailor-made for Hamas': Israel slams IPC report declaring famine in Gaza
Both the Foreign Ministry and COGAT issued statements condemning the United Nations' IPC reports of famine in Gaza, claiming it "changed its own global standard."
Hundreds of int'l delegations to visit Israel to combat anti-Israel narratives
The initiative, which will see the inclusion of over 5,000 participants overall, is being led by the Foreign Affairs Ministry and Minister Gideon Sa'ar.
Amichai Chikli accuses EU ministers of 'defending terror-supporting organizations'
His words followed a joint statement by 27 foreign ministers on August 12 in which the ministers condemned what they said were "restrictive new registration requirements."
Israel rescues couple after being detained in Indonesia over IDF uniform photos - report
The rescued couple was detained under suspicion of violating their work visas, but Ynet reports that they were harassed due to their Israeli identity.
What does recognizing Palestinian state mean, and does it change anything on the ground? - analysis
International recognition of a Palestinian state does not automatically lead to the state’s creation.
