Israeli politician and former IDF chief, leader of National Unity
A spate of attacks near West Bank settlements has left at least one Israeli dead and others injured. Israeli forces are pursuing attackers, detaining suspects at hospitals, and vowing security escalations ahead of Yom Kippur. The violence follows the Gaza war and a surge in settler and Palestinian attacks across the region.
Israel has maintained a hard line on Iran, pressing for a broader Arab-Israeli unity government while Washington pushes a diplomatic path toward Tehran; observers warn the u.S.-Israel alliance faces renewed strain as Iran-focused diplomacy unfolds and Gulf states recalibrate ties.
Israel's Knesset has passed the first reading of a bill to establish a six-member investigative commission. The vote is part of a broader push amid ongoing protests marking 1,000 days since the October 7 attacks. Opposition lawmakers have boycotted the measure, calling for an independent state commission of inquiry.
Israeli forces have demolished an extensive Hezbollah tunnel complex under the Ali al‑Taher ridge in southern Lebanon, using more than 1,000 tonnes of explosives to collapse two tunnels spanning over 2km. The blast registered as a 4.1‑magnitude tremor; Israel has said it will remain to prevent Hezbollah from rebuilding and to hold a security zone.
A new wave of polls shows no bloc winning a clear 61-seat majority in the 120-seat Knesset. Surveys indicate tightening odds for coalitions and room for potential cross-bloc deals, depending on small party performances ahead of the October vote.
Israeli forces have intensified raids in Biddu and surrounding towns after a shooting near Neveh Tzuf. Officials say dozens have been detained, homes searched, and access blocked as military operations continue ahead of upcoming elections.
The Central Elections Committee has moved to disqualify Arab-Israeli candidates Abu Shehadeh and Cassif, citing alleged support for armed struggle and negation of Israel’s Jewish and democratic character. Petitions, backed by coalition and opposition factions alike, are awaiting Supreme Court approval. Abu Shehadeh says the moves are attempts to silence Arab political voice.