Israel
The latest updates on Israel. As a result of the United Nations Partition Plan for Palestine in 1947, which formed an Arab and Jewish state—with Jerusalem designated as an international city—the Jewish Agency declared state independence in 1948 while Arab leaders rejected the plan. Tensions, and many wars, have persisted between the two factions ever since. A liberal democracy with a parliamentary government, Benjamin Netanyahu is the current and longest serving prime minister.
Hamas warns Israeli strikes will "execute" more hostages in new video
"Soon your children will return in black coffins," Hamas warned in a new video addressed to hostage families.
Barack Obama, foiled by Black male voters, inspires Ivy League resistance
Once cautious about overshadowing Democratic candidates like Joe Biden or Kamala Harris, the former president now appears freer to act independently.
How Trump is trying to finalize another big nuclear deal
A recent announcement signals Trump's desire to revive talks on a civil nuclear agreement that did not go through under Biden
Judge asks if Trump administration could trigger a "constitutional crisis"
Rumeysa Ozturk was arrested by Immigration and Customs Enforcement (ICE) last month in Somerville, Massachusetts.
US threatens Iran to 'go far, deep and big' if talks fail
Defense Secretary Pete Hegseth described the talks with Iran as 'a good step' but added that military options are still there.
One month of US airstrikes fail to stop Houthi attacks
The Iranian-backed group continued attacks against the U.S. and Israel in recent weeks in spite of the bombing
Major Gaza hospital "completely destroyed" after Israeli missile strikes
The Diocese of Jerusalem, which runs the Al Ahli hospital, said it condemned the attack on the medical center "in the strongest terms."
Huckabee Shows the Danger of Mixing Theology and Politics | Opinion
The new Israel ambassador's vision offers no future for millions of Palestinians, including Christian communities in the West Bank, Gaza, and East Jerusalem.
Trump admin admits green card holder Mahmoud Khalil's actions were "lawful"
Marco Rubio said in a memo Khalil's campus activities were "otherwise lawful" but he should be deported due to potential "adverse foreign policy consequences."
U.S. bolsters military in case Iran talks fail
Military planes transport U.S. Patriot air defense battalion from the Pacific to the Middle East in over 70 flights, says commander.
Will Trump finally get his moment of peace with Iran?
"The real question is whether Trump is prepared to side with the group looking at a realistic deal," a former U.S. official told Newsweek.
Iran threatens to expel nuclear inspectors over Trump pressure
A senior advisor to Iran's Supreme Leader has warned of suspending cooperation with the IAEA over military threats from U.S. and Israel
Please Stop Demonizing Palestinians | Opinion
Khalil Mahmoud, was arrested, detained without charges, and designated a threat to national security solely because of his participation in pro-Palestinian protests.
Donald Trump's reciprocal tariffs begin: What to know
Trump's "reciprocal" tariffs, which took effect at 12:01 a.m. ET Wednesday, has unsettled global markets and international trade.
Donald Trump tariffs update: Stocks rebound as Chinese trade war heats up
Stocks rebounded Tuesday as countries angled for trade talks with the White House, but China appears ready for a prolonged trade war.
Egypt rallies support against Trump's Gaza plan
Egypt has intensified rejection of relocating Palestinians as Trump doubled down on proposal
Exclusive—Syria's new "resistance" takes on Israel and a US "Axis of Evil"
Uli al-Baas told Newsweek it believes the U.S. "is the sponsor of chaos, terrorism and evil around the world."
Trump Confirms Iran Talks for Saturday, warns of 'great danger'
US president warns Tehran they will be in "great danger" if the talks over Iran's nuclear capabilities fail.
Netanyahu makes vow to Trump over tariffs on Israel
During a meeting in the Oval Office, Netanyahu said Israel would move swiftly to close the trade gap and reduce trade barriers.
Netanyahu could push Trump for Iran strikes
There is widespread speculation that Israel might launch a military strike on Iranian facilities if U.S. talks with Tehran fail.
Hamas slams White House over aid worker killings
Israel said it launched a probe after video footage showed aid workers shooting near marked emergency vehicles
Iran deploys radar systems for potential US strike
The new Iranian radars are designed to detect incoming strike aircraft, cruise missiles, and ballistic missiles at long ranges.
How dangerous are growing tensions between Israel and Egypt?
Israel and Egypt have exchanged accusations of breaching their historic peace treaty
IDF's Gaza rules of engagement face probe—"We're doing our best to improve"
"We keep learning and gathering more information and making our operations more accurate," an Israeli military official told Newsweek.
One state, no solution: Planning for the death of Palestinian independence
'The real discourse is—de facto—not between the one state or two states but rather what kind of one state will it be,' a former Israeli leader tells Newsweek.
Houthis "laughing out loud" at claims Iran leaving Yemen amid US "failure"
"The matter does not require denial, but rather laughing out loud," a senior Ansar Allah official told Newsweek.
Iran and U.S. threat of war: seven signs to watch
The U.S. has threatened Iran with military action if it does not come to the negotiation table. Iran has refused direct talks with the U.S. and warned of hitting back if attacked
List of countries considering lifting tariffs on the US
"We are going to fight these tariffs with countermeasures," Canadian Prime Minister Mark Carney said Wednesday.
Donald Trump's tariffs are based on bizarre math—The numbers explained
The administration appears to have used a simple, two-step formula to calculate the "reciprocal tariffs" applied to trading partners.
Hungary quits International Criminal Court as Netanyahu is welcomed
Israel's Prime Minister Benjamin Netanyahu was greeted with full military honors by Hungarian leader Viktor Orban.