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The American decision on whether to attack Iran or refrain from action is not made in a vacuum. It is a product of a system of checks and balances, in which the Saudi voice has become more significant than ever.

Following an oil spill that reached the shores of Qeshm Island, Tehran demands that the issue of compensation and environmental restoration be included in any future agreement regarding the management of the Strait of Hormuz.

Ethiopia announced plans to build three additional dams on the Blue Nile, declaring that the water flow to Egypt and Sudan "will be under its control." Egypt responded sharply, clarifying that it will not allow Ethiopia to create facts on the ground.

Aurore Bergé, Minister for Equality and the Fight against Discrimination in the French government, addressed the case in which an Irish tourist threatened a Jewish couple from Australia, telling them that 'it is a pity Hitler did not finish the job'. 'We are determined to fight antisemitism, Jews and Israelis are all welcome to visit France,' the minister told 'HaYom'.

The Taliban celebrates five years since returning to power in Afghanistan, while the situation for 22 million women remains dire. Following mandates for burqas and bans on work, education, and public access, half of all women report leaving their homes no more than twice a month. Only 7% of women are employed, and 70% report poor mental health.

The radical Islamic regime is leading a policy of "gender apartheid" against women and has abandoned all its promises to change its ways.

Imagine a catering truck sneaking secretly at an airport in Turkey, transferring the US President from his official plane to an alternative aircraft under a heavy security threat. Inside this truck, his closest core of loyalists huddled together.

The Israeli mission in Rabat has moved in recent days to its new official headquarters in the Souissi neighborhood of the Moroccan capital. The choice of Mehdi Ben Barka Street, named after an opposition leader who strongly opposed Zionism, has sparked sharp criticism from local activists.

At the height of negotiations with Iran, the Americans tried to understand if the Iranian negotiating team was acting with the knowledge of the Revolutionary Guards (IRGC) - and took an unusual step. They turned to the president of the Kurdistan Region in Iraq, who enjoys the trust of both the US and senior officials in the Revolutionary Guards, to verify this for them. He reached out directly to...

A plan to build a residential complex over a Nazi regime bunker in Berlin is in the promotion process — and now Germany faces the dilemma of solving the housing crisis versus preserving historical sites of Europe's dark period.

World press headlines: Turkish President Recep Tayyip Erdogan has branded himself as a leading anti-Israel figure in the world, but revenues from Israel have flowed in large quantities into his sons' pockets. In the US, there is concern not only about the dwindling stock of interceptors, but also about the loss of drones worth billions of dollars, and the Houthis may push Washington to recognize...

Israel has leveraged opportunities following the regime change and a devastating earthquake in Venezuela to strengthen ties in Latin America. This success is part of a broader geopolitical shift as more countries in the region align with Jerusalem.

Outrageous videos and posts by Imaan Abdel-Hadi, half-sister of progressive Michigan Senate candidate Abdul El-Sayed, have been exposed. On the day of the October 7 massacre, she scolded Bernie Sanders for condemning Hamas, stating: "What a disappointment that you do not stand with the oppressed." On the one-year anniversary of the attack, she posted a "greeting" video while wearing a keffiyeh...

New York Mayor Zohran Mamdani enjoys high approval ratings among city residents, despite criticism of his stance on Israel. This comes amid growing concern within New York's Jewish community regarding how his rhetoric impacts antisemitism and local security.

There is currently no basis for the assessment that Trump is about to become an adversary of Israel or Netanyahu - but the risk is that the US will see Israel as increasingly responsible for delaying the planned deals in the Middle East.

The Iranian President said during a meeting with government bodies that his country is unable to sell oil at previous levels and that state revenue from industrial taxes has plummeted. "We cannot collect taxes from factories, and not only that, we have to give them money so they can remain operational," the president admitted.

A passenger plane departing from Munich to Hanoi encountered a technical malfunction shortly after takeoff. After circling for over two hours to burn fuel, the aircraft landed, only to suffer burst tires, which blocked the runway.

The Japanese MMX mission is scheduled for launch in 2026 to collect at least 10 grams from Phobos, with the return of samples to Earth in 2031. At the same time, China is planning Tianwen-3, which aims to bring samples from the surface of Mars itself around 2031.

The state of New South Wales has launched a reform aimed at significantly reducing the amount of private weapons in the hands of citizens. Prime Minister Anthony Albanese stated: "We must do everything in our power to ensure that the antisemitic attack at Bondi is not repeated; this includes significant gun reform at a national level."

A 54-year-old blind woman and her 83-year-old mother rejected a multi-million dollar land deal after discovering it was intended for an AI server farm: "If I leave this land, I have failed my mission."

The leadership in Tehran is escalating the struggle over hijab-wearing in the streets. The morality police are returning to the streets and confronting citizens. Authorities are conducting a widespread wave of business closures for those who did not respect hijab laws. The conservative stream calls for intensifying the struggle.

A new trend is changing the tourism industry: more and more members of the third generation are going on long and expensive vacations around the world. Increased life expectancy, free time in retirement, and the wealth they have accumulated allow them to invest huge sums in luxury travel.

The debts of the National Iranian Oil Company reach about 82 billion dollars - more than twice the public budget. Sanctions did not stop exports, but the expensive evasion model deepened the debt and passed the cost to the public through inflation.

Moscow is demanding clarifications from the US and Turkey after documents exposed in Congress revealed plans to transfer US-made weapons from the Turkish military to Kyiv. The deal reportedly includes 70 ATACMS missiles and thousands of cluster munitions.

An official petition submitted to the Canadian parliament demands that the government expel US Ambassador Pete Hoekstra due to allegations of infringing on local sovereignty. The petition reflects the low point in relations between the neighbors, against the backdrop of a trade war and tensions with the Donald Trump administration.

40-year-old Carmine Agnello, grandson of the infamous mafia crime boss John Gotti, has entered prison after a long period of sentencing delays.

Hengli, an industrial giant employing over 300,000 workers in China, serves as a lifeline for the Iranian regime amid heavy international sanctions.

Larry Montes, 46, from the Bronx, is accused of attacking worshippers and vandalizing a Manhattan synagogue. Despite his antisemitic outbursts during the incident, his aunt claims he suffers from severe mental illness and has an obsession with Judaism.

34-year-old Iryna Terek heads the largest private defense company in Ukraine, responsible for the UAVs and missiles striking targets across Russia.

The extended deployment of the "Abraham Lincoln" is coming to an end amid controversy in the US over living conditions, the mental health of the sailors, and the growing burden on the Navy.

Dr. Jonathan Reiner, the cardiologist who accompanied former US Vice President Dick Cheney, addressed Donald Trump's health condition in an opinion piece he published. Among other things, he referred to instances where Trump appeared to struggle to stay awake at events.

According to a report by Erem News, based on Yemeni sources, Tehran has helped for years to turn the Houthis from a local force into an organization equipped with long-range missiles and UAVs, alongside smuggling networks and ties that extend beyond Yemen's borders.

According to a report in France, Bruno Foucher hosted women aged 20 to 30 at his residence in the Central African Republic, some of whom stayed overnight. The visits were defined as a security breach, and the ambassador admitted to having sexual relations with two of the women. The French Foreign Ministry confirmed that proceedings against him are ongoing.

The storm strengthened to a Category 1 hurricane and approached the Big Island with winds of about 120 km/h. Nearly 24,000 people were left without power, roads and airports were closed, and residents were evacuated to shelters. Up to 635 mm of rain may fall. If the hurricane's center makes landfall, it could be a historic hit for the island.

The most serious confrontation in years between China and the Philippines in the South China Sea sharpens regional fears regarding the weakening of American deterrence. The war with Iran has depleted Washington's essential weapons stockpiles, and its allies are wondering if it can contain Beijing. Simultaneously, Donald Trump is growing closer to Xi and closing consulates in Asia.

The chairman of the National Security and Foreign Policy Committee in the Iranian parliament responded to the US President's statement that he intends to declare the Strait of Hormuz as American territory. Background: traffic in the shipping lane remains almost paralyzed, the UAE accuses Tehran of further attacks on vessels, and the stalemate between the sides continues.

With 294 dead and over 3,900 injured, rescue efforts continue in Colombia. The Israeli delegation is operating in the city of Cali, where a tragic story of triplet sisters has emerged: two sisters and their parents perished in the collapse, while Anna Maria survived.

IDF reservist Max Long set up an information booth about Israel on a Chicago campus when masked men ambushed him and his friend and attacked them. Long was left with a brain injury and his friend required surgeries. One of the attackers pleaded guilty to a hate crime and was sentenced to 600 days in prison, while his partner received a suspended sentence.

US allies in the region fear that the president is failing to bring an end to the war with Iran: "Washington is not enough."

The Jerusalem Municipality illuminated the Chords Bridge with the flags of Israel and India to mark 79 years of Indian independence, highlighting the strategic bond between the two nations.