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


Allenby Crossing attack highlights rising terror threat from Jordan - analysis

Israeli officials have increasing concerns over threats that have come from the Kingdom of Jordan over the last several years. The last attack only confirms the concerns.

An Israeli military vehicle waits at a barrier, at the Allenby Bridge Crossing between the West Bank and Jordan, September 8, 2024.

US, Israel criticize UN staff over Israel-Hamas War stance amid protests, documents show

United Nations staffers have been accused of violating standards of conduct that require them to maintain neutrality.

Staff of the United Nations agencies gather to denounce their colleagues killed in Gaza since October 2023 outside the European headquarters in Geneva, Switzerland, September 18, 2025

The 'as a Jew' disease of misrepresentation needs to stop - opinion

The growing use of the phrase “As a Jew” to justify criticism of Israel risks undermining authentic Jewish identity and informed debate, Rabbi Steven Burg warns.

Rabbi Steven Burg is CEO of Aish Global and a leading voice in Jewish education and outreach. You can find out more about him here: https://rabbiburg.com/

IDF drops leaflets, texts, sends recording to Palestinians saying 'leave Gaza now'

Special Unit 504, also known as "the IDF's Mossad," has handled much of the operation given its expertise in Arabic and Palestinian culture.

A Palestinian man holds a leaflet, dropped by Israeli forces, ordering residents of Gaza City to evacuate, in Gaza City September 9, 2025.

A commander's dilemma: When old doctrines collapse, hybrid thinking prevails - opinion

When doctrine fails under urban combat conditions, commanders must adapt in real time. Hybrid thinking, merging tactical improvisation with scalable technology, is mission-critical.

IDF soldiers operate in the Gaza Strip, September 1, 2025.

An endless challenge in Gaza, from Nasser Hospital to Gaza City - analysis

Hamas's repeated reoccupation of areas previously cleared by the IDF has led to a seemingly endless cycle of war, including the bombing of a Khan Yunis hospital.

Palestinians and Hamas terrorists celebrate in Khan Younis

Irish president Higgins calls for a UN military intervention in Gaza

According to Higgins, the UN General Assembly should establish “a force to be put together to guarantee humanitarian access" even if the Security Council vetoes the initiative.

Irish President Michael D. Higgins before a soccer match.

Gantz calls on party heads to form new gov't, Two bodies found inside a burned-down car

Irish president calls for a UN military intervention in Gaza • Lt. Ori Gerlic killed in operational explosive accident in southern Gaza Strip • Security cabinet to meet on Tuesday

Two bodies found inside a burned-down car.

Israel at War day 686: What's happening in Gaza, Yemen?

IDF strikes Hezbollah terrorist in s. Lebanon • Security forces arrest suspect in West Bank shooting • Security forces arrest suspect in West Bank shooting

Hostage families demonstrate in front of Prime Minister Benjamin Netanyahu's Jerusalem residence, August 22, 2025.

Can Israel's loss of bipartisan support be repaired? - opinion

The pro-Israel core in each party is shrinking – faster among Democrats but among Republicans too, particularly those under the age of 50.

 U.S. Senate and the House of Representatives members attend a joint session of Congress to certify Donald Trump's election, at the U.S. Capitol in Washington, U.S. January 6, 2025.