Politics
Colombia opens embassy in West Jerusalem under new president
The move reverses former President Petro’s severing of ties and draws sharp condemnation from Palestinian and Jordanian officials.
Qatar's emir calls for accountability for genocide in Gaza
Sheikh Tamim bin Hamad Al Thani demands justice as Israeli attacks continue despite the October 2025 ceasefire agreement.
PoliticsNetanyahu orders criminal probe into soldiers in Gaza documentary
The prime minister demands identification of anonymous sources and prosecution for harming state security interests through the film NAZA.
Green party leader seeks rule changes after Zionism vote
Abbas postpones Palestinian elections to September 2027
British consul-general to leave Jerusalem before Israeli deadline
UK rebrands East Jerusalem consulate as mission after Israeli order
Green Party debates motion declaring Zionism a form of racism
PoliticsBalad leader Abu Shehadeh to quit Knesset race after court proposal
The Supreme Court’s president said a majority of justices appeared to favour disqualifying him, and rulings on Ofer Cassif and the two main Arab lists are expected by Sunday.
PoliticsUK Considers Defying Israeli Closure Order for Jerusalem Mission
Legal advice suggests Israel lacks authority to shut East Jerusalem consulate as Foreign Secretary reviews all diplomatic options.
PoliticsShin Bet Files Complaint Over Report of Netanyahu UAE Visit
Netanyahu office acknowledges trip without naming destination after media broadcast details of meeting with President Al Nahyan.
PoliticsIsrael Revokes Dutch Diplomatic Status Over Settlement Ban
Dutch foreign minister calls the move unnecessary while defending temporary sanctions on goods from illegal settlements.
PoliticsIsrael Committee Bans Arab Parties From Upcoming Knesset Vote
The move targets lists representing two million citizens and faces a final Supreme Court review before the October elections proceed.
PoliticsGaza Election Body Prepares Polling Centers Amid Security Challenges
Authorities plan up to 110 centers for 1.25 million voters despite destruction, with candidate registration already underway for the November vote.
PoliticsIsrael Committee Bars Main Arab Lists From Upcoming Parliamentary Vote
Supreme Court review looms as critics cite double standards regarding far-right ministers who remain eligible despite international sanctions.
PoliticsActivists Plan Silent Vigil at Labour Conference to Challenge Ban
Defend Our Juries calls for lifting the terror designation on Palestine Action during Prime Minister Andy Burnham's first party gathering in Liverpool.
PoliticsHuckabee Blames Biblical Illiteracy for US Shift on Israel
The ambassador attributes declining American support to disinformation and a lack of religious knowledge amid rising criticism.
PoliticsOver 100 Arrested in New York Protests Against Netanyahu
Demonstrators blocked streets near the UN headquarters to demand accountability for Gaza and an end to US military support during the Israeli Prime Minister's address.
PoliticsEU Chief Warns West Bank Crisis Threatens Two-State Solution
António Costa cites settler violence and illegal settlements as daily threats to peace prospects in occupied territories.
Kraft Drops Macklemore From Sheeran Tour Over Palestine Stance
The Patriots owner cited hate speech concerns after the rapper voiced support for Gaza, prompting solidarity exits and donation pledges.
PoliticsKing Abdullah Blames Global Inaction for Permanent Israeli Policies
Jordanian monarch warns UN that managing conflict allows settlement expansion and displacement to erase Palestinian life in Gaza and West Bank.
PoliticsErdogan Condemns Israel and UN Failure at General Assembly
Turkish president labels Gaza a concentration camp while criticizing the United Nations for failing to ensure global peace and stability.
PoliticsNetanyahu Clashes With NYC Mayor Over Gaza War Crimes Label
The Israeli prime minister accused Zohran Mamdani of supporting Hamas after the mayor called him a war criminal ahead of the UN visit.
PoliticsSettlers Attack Palestinians in West Bank as US Prepares ICC Sanctions
Violence escalates north of Hebron while Washington moves to penalize the court over warrants issued for Israeli leaders.
PoliticsNetanyahu and settlers enter Al-Aqsa area for rituals
Israeli prime minister joins thousands at Western Wall plaza while settlers perform prohibited rites near the holy mosque compound in occupied Jerusalem.
PoliticsSenator Halts $2.8 Billion Arms Deal to Israel Over Civilian Fears
Top Democrat delays transfer of 40,000 heavy munitions citing unresolved fears about civilian harm and regional escalation.
PoliticsUS Bars Palestinian UN Delegation as UK Warns Settlers
Washington extends visa curbs on PLO officials while London cautions British citizens in West Bank settlements about potential new sanctions.
PoliticsUS Extends Visa Ban on Palestinian Officials Ahead of UN Assembly
Palestinian foreign ministry rejects the move, saying it undermines peace efforts and the two-state solution while blocking travel to New York.
Israeli Army Warns of Budget Gap to Sustain Three Fronts
Military officials tell Netanyahu government that billions in shekels are needed to maintain security lines across Gaza, West Bank and Lebanon.
PoliticsNetanyahu Vows to Destroy Hezbollah as UN Backs Palestinian Access
Israeli prime minister launches campaign while global assembly rejects US visa ban on Palestinian delegation for upcoming New York session.
PoliticsTrump Plans $2.8 Billion Bomb Sale to Israel Amid Gaza Ceasefire
The package includes 40,000 heavy bombs financed by US funds despite ongoing Palestinian casualties and international criticism over civilian harm.
Palestinians Face First Vote in 20 Years Amid Deep Youth Skepticism
Legislative elections set for November 28 face apathy as young voters doubt political processes can address existential crises or past grievances.
PoliticsEisenkot Tops Netanyahu in Suitability as Blocs Face Deadlock
Opposition leader holds nine-point advantage while governing coalition projects narrow parliamentary lead ahead of October elections.
PoliticsNetanyahu seeks to revoke citizenship of army critics
The prime minister plans two new bills targeting those who speak against soldiers following a controversial documentary release.
PoliticsUS Blocks Abbas from UN Visit as Visa Sanctions Extend
Washington bars Palestinian leadership from New York for second year, citing reform failures and actions that undermine peace prospects with Israel.
PoliticsTrump plans $2.8bn bomb sale to Israel
The package includes 40,000 heavy munitions, sparking bipartisan criticism over civilian risks in Gaza and Lebanon.
PoliticsUS Plans Bomb Sale as Scholar Labels Israel Child Killers
Washington prepares a massive arms transfer while Norman Finkelstein condemns Israeli society in a viral interview with Tucker Carlson.
PoliticsLawyers Criticize UK Sanctions as Galilee Protests Grow
Legal experts say British measures fall short while Palestinians resist a new settler outpost in northern Israel.
Israel Vows to Revoke Citizenship of NAZA Documentary Directors
Filmmakers face severe state backlash after exposing military use of artificial intelligence systems in Gaza during Venice Film Festival premiere.
PoliticsUK, Canada, France Sanction Israeli Settlements
London targets settlement goods and firms but excludes state entities, raising doubts about enforcement efficacy.
PoliticsUK to extend settlement sanctions to East Jerusalem and Golan
British measures targeting illegal settlements will expand to include occupied Syrian territory and annexed Jerusalem areas following sustained diplomatic pressure.
PoliticsUK Bans Settlement Trade as KCL Reinstates Activist
Britain targets illegal occupation commerce while London university ends disciplinary action against a prominent pro-Palestine student campaigner.
PoliticsSyria, Kuwait Condemn Netanyahu's Visit to Occupied Mount Hermon
Damascus and Kuwait denounce the Israeli prime minister's incursion as a violation of sovereignty while Jerusalem asserts absolute control over the strategic area.
PoliticsNetanyahu Sues Haaretz Over UAE Warning Report
Prime minister calls article sinister libel while forces bar Palestinians from entering Beit Iksa village near Jerusalem.
PoliticsNauru Opens Embassy in Occupied Jerusalem
The Pacific nation becomes the ninth entity to establish a diplomatic mission in the city despite global opposition.
PoliticsBennett Labels Settler Arson Against Palestinians as Jewish Terrorism
Former Israeli Prime Minister condemns nationalist violence against civilians ahead of upcoming general election in October.
PoliticsNetanyahu to sue Haaretz over UAE warning claims
Prime minister denies report of prior Hamas alert and blames political rivals for alleged election interference.
PoliticsTwelve Nations Announce Trade Curbs on Israeli Colony Goods
Britain, France and Canada lead new restrictions while Israel closes British consulate in East Jerusalem in sharp diplomatic retaliation.
PoliticsIsrael Orders British Consulate in East Jerusalem to Close
The move follows UK sanctions on settlement goods and accusations of ethnic cleansing against Palestinians in the occupied West Bank.
EU backs sanctions as West Bank deaths hit 100 this year
Kaja Kallas confirms unity on illegality while violence escalates in occupied territories with four new fatalities reported recently.
PoliticsIsrael Orders Closure of British Consulate in East Jerusalem
The move follows UK sanctions on settlement goods and accusations of ethnic cleansing against Palestinians in the occupied West Bank territory.
PoliticsUS Rejects Sanctions as Turkey Backs Trade Ban on Settlements
Washington declines to join European allies while Ankara urges broader international action against occupation policies in the occupied territories.
PoliticsUS Rejects UK Settlement Sanctions Amid Regional Tensions
Rubio declines to mirror British trade ban while urging calm in the West Bank during a fragile period for the wider Middle East region.
PoliticsUK Bans Goods From Israeli Settlements in West Bank
Britain joins France and Canada in restricting trade to confront expansion threatening Palestinian statehood.
PoliticsUK Prepares Trade Ban on Goods From West Bank Settlements
Foreign Secretary Ed Miliband to present measures targeting illegal settlement expansion and financing to preserve two-state solution prospects.
PoliticsIsraeli Ministers Urge Sanctions on Britain Over Falklands Dispute
Ben Gvir and Smotrich demand recognition of Argentine sovereignty as London prepares settlement trade ban.
PoliticsBen-Gvir Pushes Gaza Displacement and Al-Aqsa Control
The minister outlines a mass emigration plan while vowing to tighten Israeli grip on the holy site in occupied Jerusalem.
PoliticsIran Claims US-Israel Defeat; Kristof Cites Ethnic Cleansing
Tehran says adversaries failed war goals while a columnist condemns settler violence and demolitions in the occupied West Bank villages.
PoliticsPolls Show Deadlock in Israeli Election Race Ahead of October Vote
Surveys indicate neither bloc can form a government, with Eisenkot leading Netanyahu in prime minister preference ratings.
PoliticsUS House passes bill penalizing universities for Israel boycotts
The legislation targets institutions restricting student travel or supporting BDS movements, sending a strong political message from Washington.
PoliticsGroups Urge Congress to Drop US-Israel Tech Pact
Fifty-six rights groups warn that deeper military integration endangers American interests and normalizes violations in Gaza.
PoliticsIran warns of retaliation if Israel attacks Lebanon ridge
Tehran sent message via Oman as settlers escalate West Bank incursions.
Netanyahu Vows to Overthrow Iranian Regime Amid Gaza Gains
The Israeli prime minister declared satisfaction with military progress while directing state systems toward regime change in Tehran.
PoliticsIsrael Warns UK of Retaliation Over Potential Settlement Sanctions
Foreign Minister Gideon Saar threatens countermeasures if Britain bans goods from West Bank settlements under Prime Minister Andy Burnham.
PoliticsVoter rolls close in the West Bank with 87.2% registered
More than 32,000 names were added in the final days, pushing the register past 1.62 million. It goes on public display from 7 to 9 September, the last point at which an entry can be corrected. Gaza residents and Jerusalem ID holders are outside the figure.
Hamas official: we were asked to be sensitive to Netanyahu's vote
Bassem Naim said mediators on the Gaza roadmap, the US adviser Jared Kushner among them, urged the movement to weigh the Israeli prime minister's standing before an election. He refused.
PoliticsNetanyahu told Kushner targeted killings in Gaza will continue
The envoy selling the roadmap and the prime minister being sold it are described as parting without agreement on the one practice that keeps the toll rising through the truce.
PoliticsKnesset body reports a 53 percent fall in Israelis returning
Israel's statistics bureau puts the gap between departures and arrivals at about 140,000 people over three years.
PoliticsKushner meets Netanyahu a day after rare talks with Hamas in Egypt
The 15-point roadmap has been accepted by Hamas and rejected by Israel, which leaves the US envoy shuttling between a party that has signed on to the sequence and a party that has not.
PoliticsEight foreign ministries blame Israel for the Gaza deadlock
The joint statement calls the rejection a repudiation of a plan the Security Council itself endorsed, and asks Washington to keep pressing — an admission that the signatories cannot enforce it themselves.
PoliticsIsrael shifts settlement law enforcement from army to police
The change decides which authority answers when a settler attacks a Palestinian, and no start date has been given.
PoliticsQatar condemns escalating settler attacks in the occupied West Bank
Doha calls the systematic violence a flagrant violation of international law.
PoliticsGaza office: killing of police points to a push toward disorder
Ismail al-Thawabta says the targeting undermines civil order in the territory.
PoliticsHamas official: West Bank measures create irreversible facts
Basem Naim's comment follows changes to enforcement powers.