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Volunteers and international rabbis have been detained by Israeli forces while harvesting olives near Nahalin, west of Bethlehem. Brad Lander, a Democratic congressional nominee from New York, has been released with a warning; dozens of other volunteers, including US, British and Canadian citizens, have remained in custody. Israeli authorities say the harvest lacked prior security coordination.
European politicians and campaigners are barred from entering the occupied West Bank during olive-harvest tensions. Delegation members are detained for hours, interrogated, and sent back to Jordan as Israel tightens border controls ahead of elections. The incident prompts calls for scrutiny of occupation policies and for outside observers to be granted access.
Palestinian olive farmers face escalating violence as settler attacks and Israeli restrictions threaten livelihoods. The UN warns of displacement and ongoing risk to harvests, while international actors call for protection and accountability.
A US-backed Board of Peace has presented a six-month, $2.45bn, 66-project recovery plan for Gaza but implementation has not started. Israel has expanded control over much of the Strip, Hamas has not fully disarmed, donor pledges remain largely unpaid and international forces and Palestinian technocrats have not entered to begin reconstruction.
The Green Party has faced international condemnation after a policy motion declaring Zionism as racism was passed at a Brighton conference. Four of five Green MPs opposed the motion, which endorses a single Palestinian state and calls Zionism an ideology of racism. The party’s leadership and membership are under intense scrutiny as by-elections approach, with discussions about governance and inclusivity intensifying.
The Green Party has passed a motion declaring Zionism a form of racism and endorsing a Palestinian state. The vote has drawn condemnation from Israel and Jewish groups, while triggering internal divisions and prompting debates about the party’s future direction.
A Ra’anana couple has welcomed a baby boy named Lavi, born on Yom Kippur, after eggs frozen 25 years ago were used with a surrogate. The parents had mourned their older son Almog, abducted and killed in 2024, but see the birth as a new beginning amid national tragedy.
The IDF has revealed identities of Gazans killed during the war who were presented as journalists but held roles in Hamas and Islamic Jihad. The initial list includes dozens of operatives, with further cases expected. The disclosure accompanies ongoing strikes against Hamas targets and follows prior investigations that questioned the journalist label in Gaza.
The Lebanese army says a blast in Nabatieh Al-Fawqa wounded a soldier and three civilians during an escort operation to inspect properties. Initial reports of an Israeli strike have given way to the army's conclusion that a suspicious object caused the blast. The broader conflict involving Hezbollah and Israel continues to influence the region, with US-brokered talks and pilot zones shaping the security landscape.
An Israeli mathematics lecturer at Bar-Ilan University has been indicted for preparing to carry out mass terrorist attacks against Palestinian communities in Israel, East Jerusalem and the West Bank. The plan envisaged 72 attackers in 12 cells, with potential support from inside the Israeli military, and aimed to drive Palestinians to flee to neighboring states.
Israel has stated it will continue targeting anyone involved in the Hamas attack and hostages, as violence and casualties in Gaza mount after the Hamas-led assault on Oct. 7, 2023. Leaders mark anniversaries and pledge resolve amid ongoing conflict and post-war planning.
Palestinians in the West Bank report increased violence by settlers amid Israel's settlement expansion. Two killings are cited in Ramallah-area Kobar and Yasuf, with Israeli forces allegedly blocking medical teams. Netanyahu's government defends settlement activity as international scrutiny grows ahead of Israel’s elections.
Israel marks three years since the Hamas-led attack of Oct. 7, 2023, with memorials, vigils and protests across the country. Activists demand a state commission of inquiry into security failures. The day features national ceremonies, regional gatherings, and a moment of silence at 6:29 a.m. as communities reflect on the war’s toll.
Three years after Hamas’s October 7 assault, Israelis mark memorials at Nova festival and other sites. Bereaved families and survivors recall loss as elections loom, while calls for accountability and investigations into security failures persist amid ongoing Gaza fighting and international reactions.
Three years after Hamas’s October 7 onslaught, Nir Oz memorials reopen with exhibits showing personal items of victims, survivors recount the siege, and residents reflect on rebuilding as elections loom.
A video shows Rabbi Dov Lando, 96, the spiritual leader of Degel HaTorah, condemning Zionism and questioning Israel’s state, while also saying ultra-Orthodox service exemptions are tied to politics. The remarks come three weeks before the October 27 election and add fuel to debates over Haredi military exemptions and the government’s stability.
The latest batch of reports indicates the United States has told the Pentagon to be ready for the possible resumption of major combat operations against Iran. The move could involve large-scale strikes on energy, infrastructure and nuclear targets and may occur before the U.S. midterm elections. Trump insists he will not attack Iran before the elections while officials say preparations are advancing; Iran and its allies are on high alert as regional tensions escalate.
Western officials say Tehran remains capable of rebuilding its arsenal, with ballistic missiles and anti-ship weapons well stocked and able to be expanded. China/Russia feedback not confirmed; US and allies watch for further action ahead of midterm elections.
The Times of Israel reports continued Israeli strikes in Gaza targeting Hamas operatives, including leaders in the Nukhba Force and weapons production, as Israel seeks to dismantle Hamas capabilities. The operations follow Oct. 7 and ongoing ceasefire violations, with casualty updates from multiple sites.
The documentary NAZA has opened in US cinemas after winning applause at Venice and New York festivals. Israeli military insiders in the film have alleged reckless killings of civilians in Gaza and described using AI-driven surveillance to select targets. Israel has denied the claims, called for probes and threatened action against those who spoke to the filmmakers.
A school trip near the Lebanon border has resulted in a deadly blast and multiple injuries. Initial reports point to unexploded ordnance, with investigations focusing on route approvals, safety measures, and the handling of munitions by students. Authorities are reviewing authorities and safety protocols as the area remains volatile.
A group of ORT Ma’alot students and teachers on a hiking trip near the Lebanese border has been struck by an unexploded ordnance believed to be a Hezbollah cluster submunition. One 14-year-old student has died and about two dozen more are injured. Investigations focus on the route approval, UNACCESSIBLE warning signs, and the handling of ordnance near a military frontier.
Palestinian health officials report injuries from Israeli raids in Ramallah, where Addameer and other NGOs have been targeted. Israeli forces raided Ramallah offices, detained equipment, and clashed with journalists amid ongoing West Bank violence connected to the Gaza war. Several NGOs previously designated as terrorist organizations are involved in the raid context.
Satellite imagery and on-ground reporting show widespread destruction in southern Lebanon as fighting with Hezbollah continues. Israeli demolition of villages, tunnels, and infrastructure aims to neutralize threats near the border, with thousands displaced and many towns uninhabitable even after a ceasefire. The ceasefire ends active combat but leaves a permanently altered landscape and demographic shifts.
The Indonesian Ulema Council has demanded cancellations of Andrea Bocelli's scheduled performances at Borobudur and Jakarta as part of his Romanza tour, citing Bocelli's past support for Israel. The Tourism Ministry says it is seeking consensus with the MUI, while local police have withdrawn a permit recommendation for Borobudur.
The Israeli military has issued a high alert and is reinforcing West Bank deployments ahead of the October 27 vote. Prime Minister Netanyahu has warned enemies not to test Israel, while officers say leave is frozen and readiness is being maintained across fronts. Early voting for soldiers will deploy at 850 polling sites.
Rights groups say 22 inmates—predominantly Palestinians—have been shot with rubber, plastic or sponge rounds since last year, with injuries ranging from leg wounds to a crushed testicle. Israel defends the use as measured and last-resort, while calls for accountability and policy changes grow.
Since the Board of Peace has coordinated training and deployment plans for an International Stabilisation Force in Gaza, progress remains blocked as Israel has yet to authorize key elements, including an ISF base near the Yellow Line and the entry of a multinational troop contingent. Multiple countries are training and preparing, but Israeli approval continues to constrain the mission amid ongoing political pressures ahead of the election.
The Syrian government has claimed that Israel is exploiting Suweida’s Druze community for political ends and arming a militia. Netanyahu has described a brief call with Syria’s president as pivotal in halting a massacre during July 2025 clashes, though Damascus remains unclear about the call. A ceasefire in Suweida has held since July 2025, with ongoing talks toward a broader, US-backed roadmap.
Arab Israelis could play kingmaker as polls show a tight race between Netanyahu’s right-wing bloc and the centrist opposition. Arab parties seek influence by pledging cooperation, raising turnout and conditioning support on policy changes, while the region weighs regional implications.
The Guardian‑produced NAZA, based on 24 anonymous Israeli military insiders, has sparked a political backlash after Venice’s Special Jury Prize. Netanyahu has called for investigations and citizenship revocation; filmmakers face legal and security pressure even as the film screens in over 50 countries. A counter‑film and online misinformation efforts have emerged, challenging NAZA’s claims.
Masked Israeli settlers have attacked Palestinian olive pickers and foreign visitors during this month’s harvest, seriously injuring Washington Post photojournalist Heidi Levine and wounding dozens of Palestinians. Israeli police have detained 10 people and seized vehicles, while rights groups say prosecutions for settler violence are rare and incidents have surged across the West Bank.
Israel has established a dedicated Space Division under its Planning Directorate to oversee space-based military operations, sensors, and space warfare development. The move follows concerns about space as a combat domain and aims to enhance monitoring, defense, and potential attacks from space, with implications for Palestinians and regional security.
A wave of attacks by Israeli settlers in the West Bank targets olive groves during the harvest, with dozens of incidents reported. Rabbis and officials are responding to a controversial ruling by Dov Lior that Palestinians’ olives may be harvested by Jews to demonstrate land ownership. The olive harvest season has intensified violence, with thousands of trees damaged and significant financial losses for farmers.
Masked Israeli settlers have attacked a diplomatic delegation visiting olive harvesters near Taybeh, pelting consular vehicles with stones, smashing a Belgian car window and assaulting a French mayor. The EU and several foreign ministries have called for accountability; Israeli authorities have opened investigations while the prime minister has questioned elements of the footage.
Protests in Greece have intensified across multiple cities as students and teachers demand more state funding for education and better facilities amid rising living costs. About 10,000 demonstrators have gathered in central Athens, with rallies spreading to Thessaloniki, Patras, and other cities. Authorities report peaceful marches, but disruptions to schools and public services persist as the government faces mid-2027 elections and ongoing inflation.
The United States has warned Gulf Arab states to expect a brief, targeted military campaign against Iran after the upcoming midterm elections. Washington and Jerusalem are coordinating plans for renewed strikes on Iranian nuclear facilities and critical infrastructure, with additional US forces and assets moving to the region. Netanyahu presses for action, while Tehran warns of retaliation.
Exit polls released after Tuesday’s vote have shown Prime Minister Benjamin Netanyahu’s bloc and the opposition led by former army chief Gadi Eisenkot each with roughly 50–52 Knesset seats, short of the 61 needed to govern. Arab-led parties have surged to about 17–18 seats and could hold the balance of power as final counts continue.
Israeli forces have mounted sweeping operations across the West Bank after gunmen opened fire near Hebron, killing two attackers and wounding several. Troops have sealed Hebron, closed gates and restricted Palestinian movement, displacing hundreds of families and preventing most permit-holding workers from entering Israeli communities until after Israel’s Oct. 27 election.
Israel has launched a large-scale operation in Hebron after a deadly attack at a military checkpoint, with security forces vowing to displace residents and search for militants. The development follows an escalation ahead of national elections, as authorities report multiple casualties among soldiers and militants and warn of further measures.
The United States is pressuring Cuba amid renewed talk of military action. President Trump has revived the possibility of a Cuban intervention, while Cuban officials warn against foreign aggression. The CIA has issued informal recruitment messages as disputes over sanctions and fuel intensify.
Israel faces a pivotal election since Hamas’s 2023 attacks, with Netanyahu’s Likud bloc opposed by Eisenkot’s Yashar-led alliance. Polls show a tight race, a fractured Knesset, and debates over security, settlements, and Arab-party leverage. Voters weigh wartime leadership, economic stability, and the path to a possible coalition.
Israeli forces have expanded operations in Hebron after a deadly attack at a military checkpoint, displacing thousands of Palestinians and prompting international concerns. The government has pledged a large-scale response, while the UN and rights groups call for restraint.
Israel has expanded a security operation in Hebron and across the West Bank following Friday’s deadly attack, displacing thousands, sealing districts, and banning Palestinian workers from most areas on election day. The move follows international concerns about collective punishment and displacement.
The Israeli military is conducting a focused operation in Hebron, pushing for house-to-house searches and the dismantling of suspected terror infrastructure. Authorities have evacuated and displaced hundreds of residents as clashes persist, with several gunmen killed and multiple civilians affected.
Israelis cast ballots in a pivotal Knesset election as exit polls point to a tight race between Netanyahu’s Likud-led bloc and Eisenkot’s Yashar coalition, with Arab parties potentially kingmakers. Results suggest no clear majority, setting the stage for weeks of coalition talks and possible caretaker governance.
The Israeli prime minister has warned of existential danger and has reportedly pressed the IDF toward action on Iran on the eve of elections. Reports also indicate pressure on military leadership and mixed signals from allied leaders about possible pre-election strikes.
The 2026 elections are underway with high turnout across the country. Netanyahu and rival parties warn of irregularities, while Arab voters show strong engagement. Arabic-language ballot access and reports of arrests and suspected interference shape the day’s events.