Diplomacy
Israel responds to South Africa, declares chargé d'affaires persona non grata
SA foreign affairs ministry accused Israeli diplomat Seidman of "unacceptable violations of diplomatic norms and practice which pose a direct challenge to South Africa's sovereignty."
Another US destroyer enters Middle East waters as Iran receives 1,000 new drones - report
Netanyahu hosts leaders of Republika Srpska at Jerusalem office
Sa'ar meets with Azerbaijani president on energy, AI as Baku eyes Israeli agri-tech
The US must push Palestinians with sanctions, ostracizations instead of coddling - opinion
An end to the conflict will continue to be impeded by Palestinian intransigence until serious actions against them demonstrate that reform is their only path to survival.
Could Hamas be disarmed by an IRA-style decomissioning scheme? - opinion
To identify the IRA and its history with Hamas in any but the most superficial terms is totally unrealistic.
Trump’s strategy exposes Netanyahu’s dangerous miscalculation - opinion
Israel’s Syria and Palestinian policies may collide with President Donald Trump's push for stability in the region.
China, Saudi Arabia agree to deepen coordination, communication, enhance relations
A joint statement did not elaborate on which issues the countries will strengthen coordination, but mentioned China's support for Saudi Arabia and Iran developing and enhancing their relations.
Israel's global standing slowly recovers as diplomatic tsunami begins to recede
NATIONAL AFFAIRS: Israel's international standing is shifting, moving from isolation to slow, uneven recovery as global engagement grows.
Stan’s the name: Inside Israel’s growing partnerships across Central Asia
From energy and agriculture to security and tourism, Israel’s ties with the Central Asian 'Stans' are ever-expanding.
Taiwan's deputy foreign minister made secret trip to Israel, sources say
Sources declined to give details of Deputy Foreign Minister Francois's trip, including whether he touched upon Taiwan's new multi-layered air defense system called T-Dome.
PM Netanyahu holds phone conversation with Bolivian president amid resumed relations, PMO confirms
Prime Minister Netanyahu spoke with Bolivian President Paz after the renewal of diplomatic ties, emphasizing security cooperation and boosting tourism between the nations.
Israel can ease tensions with Qatar, but only if Doha stops supporting Hamas - opinion
Qatar is seeking to solidify its image as a constructive mediator and launder its reputation despite its ongoing support for terrorism.
Mossad chief Barnea bridges Doha divide after Israel's assassination attempt in Qatar - analysis
Israel’s spy chief has used his extensive skill set to rebuild the Mossad's working relationship with Qatar following the attempted assassination of Hamas officials in Doha.
