Middle East
US support for Israel not a favor from past but an investment in region's future - editorial
If Washington doesn’t want more wars in the Middle East, it needs to support the one country that keeps the region from falling back into chaos.
Military victories cannot replace political vision as Israel navigates time of peace - opinion
UNGA votes to extend UNRWA's mandate by three years
'We want security, not your land': Israeli amb. to US calls for partnership in address to Lebanese
What does Trump’s National Security Strategy mean for Israel, Iran, and Gaza? - analysis
Clearly, the White House will not welcome more wars between Israel, Hamas, Hezbollah, or Iran.
Israel to Hamas in Cairo: Return Ran Gvili’s remains, accept Gaza disarmament terms - N12
The Coordinator for Hostages and Missing Persons Gal Hirsch left for Cairo for talks on Gvili's return, as well as advancement to the second phase of the hostage and ceasefire deal.
Jerusalem's Inbal Hotel gets 'soupersized' for winter's Soup Festival - restaurant review
I was a little disappointed that the African peanut soup wasn’t being served the night I was there, but it’s a good reason to visit again.
Wine Talk: Exploring biblical Israel
The archaeological site of ancient Shiloh is situated near the modern Shiloh. One shows evidence of ancient winemaking, the other houses a modern winery.
Ran Gvili's sister Shira asks Phase Two of deal not be implemented until brother's remains returns
Ran's sister, Shira, asked that Phase 2 of the US-brokered hostage-ceasefire deal not be implemented until the return of her brother's remains.
US approves potential $90.5 million sale of medium tactical vehicles to Lebanon
The principal contractor for the sale is Oshkosh Defense.
Ghassan Al-Duhaini to replace Abu Shabab as Popular Forces leader in Gaza
The deputy for the slain Yasser Abu Shabab, Duhaini was documented walking among the militia’s operatives and boosting their morale after his predecessor's death.
IDF identifies and kills terrorist approaching forces in northern Gaza
One other terrorist identified by the IDF accompanied him as the two approached Israeli forces, the military added. The other terrorist survived the strike, which was carried out by the IAF.
Iran holds drills in Gulf, firing ballistic, cruise missiles at simulated targets
State media reported a massive launch of Qadr 110, Qadr 380 and Qadr 360 cruise missiles and 303 ballistic missiles at targets in the Gulf of Oman.
New ‘Woman, Life, Freedom' mural unveiled in Ibim, near Gaza border
The installation features six women whose lives and stories represent different facets of courage. Among them is Shirel Haim Pour, a 22-year-old Persian Jew murdered in the October 7 assault.
Iran seeks talks with Lebanon’s foreign minister as Hezbollah tensions rise
Iran seeks talks with Lebanon’s top diplomat while pressure mounts to verify whether Hezbollah is rearming.
