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Trump pitches Vance to donors as next presidential candidate in private meeting - report
According to two anonymous sources, Trump had told the donors that "At the end of the day, we need to elect JD," during a meeting in the Oval Office two weeks ago.
Brown University president Christina Paxson to step down after Trump administration clashes
Chile, Honduras return ambassadors to Israel for first time since October 7
Detained Myanmar leader met by Red Cross for first contact since ousting of gov't in coup
Iran war risks becoming America’s next Vietnam - opinion
Four months into the Iran campaign, the US risks repeating Vietnam by relying on gradual pressure over decisive victory.
Herzog calls Bahrain 'important partner in shaping Middle East future' during phone call with king
Bahrain has come under several Iranian missile and drone attacks in recent weeks, with Bahraini residents telling N12 News on July 19 that Israel should renew strikes against Iran over the attacks.
Jewish Hungarian chess legend Judit Polgar declines nomination for president
I do not feel enough strength within me to take on the historic responsibility of uniting a divided nation, so I am unable to accept the request," Polgar said in a Facebook post.
Jewish chess trailblazer Judit Polgár tapped for Hungary's presidency
“Judit Polgár's name has been synonymous with talent and perseverance for decades,” Prime Minister Magyar wrote, adding that it would be a personal honor if she accepted the nomination.
Lebanon's Aoun marks first trip to Trump's White House with Hezbollah disarmament plan - analysis
Aoun, who served as the commander of Lebanon's US-backed army before being elected president last year, is the first Lebanese head of state in nearly 20 years to visit the White House.
Hungary President Tamas Sulyok signs constitutional amendment ending his term in office
The legislation was part of Magyar's drive to dismantle former Prime Minister Viktor Orban's bastions of power, for which Magyar says he received a strong mandate from voters.
What Lindsey Graham's passing says about Israel's standing in US politics - comment
Israel enjoyed massive bipartisan support in Congress because representatives followed public opinion. Public opinion has now changed, as a third of Americans believe Israel has committed genocide.
Withdrawal cannot be a gesture of faith: US, Israel must align on Lebanon - editorial
“We did not ask anyone’s permission to enter Lebanon, and we do not need permission to stay in Lebanon,” Israel Katz said, adding that Israeli forces would remain until Hezbollah is disarmed.
Herzog, first lady, visit Kibbutz Kerem Shalom on day 1,000 since October 7 massacre
"We will continue to plant, to build, to nurture life, and to choose hope. And so our answer is one and the same: to keep planting, building, nurturing life, and choosing hope,” Herzog said.
Melcer warns election integrity, press freedom at risk ahead of next vote
Melcer also warned of AI entering the picture, adding that Israel should prepare for attempts at foreign or domestic interference in elections.
