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US President Trump and Israeli Prime Minister Netanyahu shake hands as they arrive to speak to journalists during a joint press conference at Trump's Mar-a-Lago residence in Palm Beach, Florida, on December 29, 2025 (Getty Images)

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Hundreds of Tel Aviv residents sue homeowner blocking redevelopment project over how it would impact stray cats

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4.2 magnitude earthquake recorded in southern Israel

The epicentre was registered near a major nuclear facility, but Magen David Adom has confirmed that no injuries have been reported and witness testimony suggests damage in the area was limited

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Lebanese foreign minister says Israel ‘has the right’ to continue attacks on Hezbollah in his country

Youssef Rajji’s comments sparked backlash from the terror group’s political supporters and appeared to be at odds with his own government’s claim that the IDF has violated a US-brokered ceasefire

By Jacob Jaffa

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Lebanese Foreign Minister Youssef Rajji (R) shakes hands with the newly appointed US ambassador to Lebanon, Michel Issa, before their meeting at the Ministry of Foreign Affairs headquarters, in Beirut on November 17, 2025 (Getty Images)

UK advises against ‘non-essential’ travel to Israel amid ‘regional tension’

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The Orthodox gay shul in Tel Aviv that has changed my life for ever

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US confirms start of Gaza ceasefire Phase Two

Washington will push ahead with the next phase of the truce despite Hamas’ failure to disarm and release all of the hostages

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US Special Envoy Steve Witkoff delivers a press conference at the Elysee Palace in Paris on January 6, 2026 (Getty Images)

Israel pulls out of seven international agencies following mass US withdrawal

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Foreign Minister Gideon Sa'ar speaks during a ceremony at the Ministry of Foreign Affairs in Jerusalem, September 15, 2025 (Flash90)

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Jews and Iranians are on the cusp of a historic opportunity

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Gantz promises to join Netanyahu coalition if opposition falls short of majority

The former alternate prime minister called on opposition politicians ‘not to repeat the mistake’ of previous coalitions ahead of the upcoming elections this year

By Jacob Jaffa

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Leader of the Blue and White Party Benny Gantz MK leads a faction meeting at the Knesset on December 29, 2025 (Flash90)

Former WWE wrestler pulls out of Israel show after BDS backlash

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Iran will face unprecedented force if it attacks Israel, warns Netanyahu as IDF readies for ‘surprise war’

Police clash with Charedi rioters over autopsies following baby deaths at ‘unlicensed’ nursery

Jewish Pennsylvania governor claims Harris campaign team asked if he was ‘Israeli double agent’

Uber poised to return to Israel as Knesset vote set

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Hundreds of Tel Aviv residents sue homeowner blocking redevelopment project over how it would impact stray cats

Trump promises ‘comprehensive’ Hamas disarmament in ceasefire Phase Two

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