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Sources within the Donald Trump administration have sent angry messages to Israel regarding the siege of Palestinian homes, which has been ongoing for three days. The situation is causing significant embarrassment even for Israel's friends in the US.

The Israeli Ministry of Foreign Affairs is coordinating the search for the mother and daughter missing in Vienna, with an Israel Police representative on the ground. Moshe Yaalomi, brother of one of the missing, stated that the last contact occurred on Friday evening. Austrian police have deployed elite units to assist in the search.

Rabbi Menachem Mendel Axelrod was officially crowned Chief Rabbi of Moldova during a historic ceremony in Chisinau. The event, attended by the Chief Rabbi of Israel and international dignitaries, marked a significant milestone in the revival of the country's Jewish community.

President Trump was secretly extracted from Turkey in a deception operation involving senior administration officials. While some officials and advisors remained on the plane from which Trump was evacuated, others flew to the UK with the president on a military aircraft. Journalists on board the decoy plane were unaware of the operation.

Antisemitism in Europe continues to escalate, and this time a new sickening recording has been published. An Irish tourist visiting France entered a local supermarket and verbally confronted two Jewish women. As part of the confrontation, the tourist told the women: "I'm sorry Hitler didn't finish his job."

Two weeks after 72,000 migrants breached the Spanish enclave in North Africa, the Moroccan Minister of Justice declared that his country has not abandoned its claims to Ceuta and Melilla. Spanish Defense Minister Margarita Robles firmly rejected the statement: "They are not just Spanish, they are super-Spanish, and they cannot be touched." The Spanish Foreign Ministry reiterated that Spain's...

At least 44 people have died after a passenger boat capsized yesterday, Tuesday, on Lake Kariba in Zimbabwe. 77 people have been rescued so far, and the search for additional passengers continues.

The parliament in Beirut approved a general amnesty bill intended to release thousands of prisoners and ease overcrowding in prisons. Following the approval of the law, Member of Parliament Ghada Ayoub clarified that Lebanese who fled to Israel will be able to return to their country. The move sparked protests in the country due to fears regarding the release of those who killed security...

The US Secretary of State recounted how, on a flight from China, he watched with concern as a senior American official lay in the plane's conference room without moving: 'I didn't want to discover a corpse on the plane.' Furthermore, Marco Rubio revealed that flying 'objects' are observed over military facilities and explained how Donald Trump informed him that he would be Secretary of State.

Death and rape threats against Jews online, antisemitic codes penetrating new communities, and a struggle over public funding: three publications in Germany reveal how antisemitic hatred is changing shape and expanding.

The commander of the Iranian Border Guard addressed claims regarding an invasion of the country and clarified: "Our borders are secure - we have an abundance of soldiers." Simultaneously, the spokesperson for the Iranian Parliament's leadership criticized the "Mecca Agreement" signed between Saudi Arabia, Turkey, and Pakistan: "A sign of defeat - relying on Washington's support: leaning on a...

Zhu Rongji, former Premier of China and architect of the bold economic reforms that propelled the country to global power status, passed away on Wednesday in Beijing at the age of 97. His death marks the end of an era of economic optimism for many in China who witnessed the nation's revolutionary transformation.

A senior Iranian source told Reuters today, Wednesday, that at this stage there are no contacts between Tehran and Washington regarding the extension of the ceasefire. The source claimed that the United States "violated the interim agreement just 48 hours after it was reached and subsequently withdrew from it within a few days."

"She just didn't let it happen," said the son of Dina Spahn, who during an outing on a river in Florida lost parts of her left hand and her right arm to an alligator attack. Despite the severe injuries, she remains in high spirits. About a day after the incident, an alligator approximately 2.95 meters long was captured.

A senior Iranian official clarified today, Wednesday, ahead of the expiration of the 60-day ceasefire set in the memorandum of understanding, that no discussions are being held with the United States regarding its extension. The official, speaking to Reuters, placed the responsibility for the deadlock on Washington, claiming that the US violated previous agreements.

The Chinese news agency confirmed the death of Zhu Rongji, one of the most influential prime ministers in the history of modern China. The Communist Party published an official statement of mourning that praised his great leadership, integrity, and economic work.

Moscow and Damascus are set to sign an agreement allowing Russia to retain access to its military bases in exchange for training Syrian security forces. This development comes amid the sentencing of Bashar al-Assad to death.

The Democratic primary race for governor of Wisconsin was tight and tense, decided only with the counting of the final votes. Progressive candidate Francesca Hong led until the final stretch.

The storm surrounding the change in childhood vaccination policy in the United States has reached the World Health Organization. Following the executive order signed by US President Donald Trump, the organization defended the way vaccination schedules are determined and emphasized that existing recommendations are based on more than six decades of scientific research.

Poland continues its arms race: 96 Apache helicopters, the largest service center of its kind in Europe, and an investment of about 10 billion dollars. Donald Tusk clarifies that the goal is to build the most modern army on the continent — without sparing any expense.

The major YouGov immigration poll shows that 47% now believe that the arrival of immigrants from Israel to the Kingdom should be prevented entirely or at least reduced, with only Russia, Pakistan, and Nigeria in a worse position. Even immigrants from Egypt are more welcome. Notable in their opposition to accepting Israelis: supporters of the Labour Party and the Greens, but also the far-right...

According to a report in "Aram News", Washington has offered Tehran a monthly outline: opening the Strait of Hormuz to free navigation without fees in exchange for easing the blockade, releasing funds, or easing sanctions. Pakistan is mediating in an attempt to turn the proposal into a temporary arrangement.

Standard flight procedures in Europe have become more complex due to the new EES border control system. Technical glitches and staffing shortages are causing unpredictable queues, putting travelers at risk of missing flights. Here is how to prepare for your trip to minimize risks.

Farah Ahmed, who previously admitted to being a member of the Islamist organization, was appointed last year as a lecturer and researcher at the Faculty of Education in Cambridge. The exposure joins a series of affairs that raise criticism of the university and its recruitment policy.

In an interview with "Asharq Al-Awsat", Turkish President Recep Tayyip Erdogan detailed the joint defense agreement with Saudi Arabia and Pakistan, presenting it as a move to bolster regional stability while criticizing Israeli policy.

Paramount Studios may begin leaving its legendary home as early as October. A federal lawsuit claims the merger will grant the company monopoly power in the film distribution and cable television market.

Pentagon data submitted to Congress reveals that at least 153 civilians were killed and 243 wounded in US strikes in Yemen. The military is investigating 15 additional incidents. The report excludes casualties from operations in Iran.

A forecast for heavy rains that will bring hundreds of millimeters of rain led to mass evacuations in the Chinese capital. Hundreds of bus and metro lines stopped operating, and teams were sent to mountainous areas to respond to landslides.

Saudi Arabia, Turkey, and Pakistan signed a joint defense agreement under which an attack on one of them would be considered an attack on all, but Egypt did not join. Conflicting reports present two versions of the reason.

The good luck streak of the New York City mayor Zohran Mamdani is now meeting reality, and he is dealing with dissatisfaction in his political environment, against the city's economic elite - and also against the Jewish community.

Contact with Meli and Liel Yaalomi, a mother and daughter who were traveling in Vienna and Prague, has been lost since Friday. The two were supposed to return to Israel yesterday at the end of their trip, but they did not arrive for their flight. The search for them continues, and N12 has learned that a search was also conducted at the apartment hotel where they were staying. "The mind thinks of...

Beijing announced it will hold a joint navigation exercise with an Indonesian warship in mid-August east of Taiwan. Taipei claims this is a provocation designed to create an appearance of Chinese authority in the region.

The United States reports significant progress in negotiations between Israel and Lebanon following technical talks in Rome. The parties have finalized operational standards for pilot zones in southern Lebanon.

Democratic Congresswoman from Minnesota Ilhan Omar secured her party's nomination on the way to another term in the House of Representatives. Very tight races were also recorded in the states of Connecticut and Wisconsin.

A New York Times investigation claims that US interceptor stockpiles are running low, while Iran's combat capabilities are becoming more sophisticated. Iran drew inspiration from Russian tactics, and the results are visible on the ground.

Directors of Jewish schools in the UK are forced to dedicate significant time to student security, sometimes at the expense of education, according to a government review. In the first half of 2026, 178 antisemitic incidents related to schools were documented—a 59% increase in one year.

US Vice President J.D. Vance demanded that Volodymyr Zelensky cease offensive operations against oil tankers in the Black Sea. The move aims to prevent shocks to global energy markets and protect American economic interests.

Amid rising antisemitism in New York, a group of rabbis met with Mayor Zoran Mamdani to protest his anti-Israel rhetoric. Participants warned that the mayor's public statements are creating a climate of vulnerability for the city's Jewish community.

According to a report by the American media outlet Politico, diplomats warn that the Israeli Prime Minister's refusal of the 15-point plan could damage trust in the Peace Council and the American President's ability to exert influence. The concern is that the Trump administration has lost its leverage and is unable to influence Israel and other actors in the Middle East.

In the last week, tens of thousands of migrants crossed the border from Morocco to Ceuta, the Spanish enclave in North Africa. From Yemen and Sudan to Nablus, everyone is trying to reach the continent by any means, swimming for kilometers or climbing fences. A glimpse into the impossible reality at the meeting point between Africa and Europe, where parents send their children into the water alone...