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Israel signals readiness to back US Iran strikes if asked, raising regional risk
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Israel signals readiness to back US Iran strikes if asked, raising regional risk

Israeli officials say Jerusalem would stand by the US if Washington asks for help striking Iran again, with sources noting Israel is prepared to act and coordinate closely with the US. Netanyahu’s government has been involved since the outset of recent strikes, the IDF is on high alert and updating targets, and Israeli analysts emphasize self‑defense while warning of potential broader conflict in the region as US-Iran tensions escalate after the cease-fire drama.

Netanyahu asks Trump to rein in Erdoğan before NATO summit
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Netanyahu asks Trump to rein in Erdoğan before NATO summit

Israel’s Netanyahu reportedly pressed President Trump to curb Turkish President Erdoğan’s anti-Israel rhetoric and opposed arms deals that would help modernize Turkey’s air force ahead of this week’s NATO summit in Ankara, as Trump is set to meet Erdoğan; talks may touch on fighter-jet engine contracts and a potential revival of Turkey’s role in the F-35 program amidst ongoing Israel-Turkey tensions over Gaza and Iran.

Israel Cabinet Defies Supreme Court, Deepening Judicial Clash
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Israel Cabinet Defies Supreme Court, Deepening Judicial Clash

Israel’s cabinet threatened to disregard a Supreme Court ruling, escalating a long-running clash with Prime Minister Netanyahu as he pushes to curb judicial power; officials later sought to downplay the defiance, but critics warned it risks a constitutional crisis and democratic backsliding while the dispute centers on the Second Authority broadcast regulator and media deals like Channel 13 ahead of upcoming elections.

Iranian Clerics Urge Death for Trump and Netanyahu
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Iranian Clerics Urge Death for Trump and Netanyahu

Iran’s Assembly of Experts, the country’s senior clerical body, published a 10-point statement calling for the assassination of U.S. President Donald Trump and Israeli Prime Minister Benjamin Netanyahu, describing them as “deserving of death” and saying their killing is a religious duty; about 63 of its 88 members signed the text, and the assembly’s secretariat later distanced itself, underscoring fractures within Iran’s clerical establishment as peace talks continue amid broader regional tensions.

Netanyahu’s Iran nuclear claims clash with public evidence and US intel
world-news18 days ago

Netanyahu’s Iran nuclear claims clash with public evidence and US intel

Israeli Prime Minister Benjamin Netanyahu argued that Iran would have built and used a nuclear weapon against Israel if not for two wars, a claim not supported by public evidence and contrary to IAEA and U.S. intelligence assessments, which say Iran has had no active weapons program since 2003 despite near-weapons-grade enrichment; the 2025 ODNI report also says Iran is not building a weapon.

Washington flexes leverage as Lebanon war tests Iran ceasefire deal
world21 days ago

Washington flexes leverage as Lebanon war tests Iran ceasefire deal

The U.S. grows frustrated with Israel’s Lebanon campaign as a new U.S.–Iran ceasefire framework pushes for a regional halt to fighting, including Lebanon. The public MoU emphasizes Lebanon’s sovereignty and calls for an end to hostilities on all fronts, while Tehran signals it won’t seal a deal without safeguards. U.S. officials, including Vice President Vance, warn Israel to respect the peace process, and analysts say Washington may use its leverage to press Netanyahu to alter his approach to Lebanon to protect the deal.

Netanyahu refuses Lebanon withdrawal, firm on security zone
world22 days ago

Netanyahu refuses Lebanon withdrawal, firm on security zone

Israeli Prime Minister Benjamin Netanyahu said Israel will not withdraw from southern Lebanon, arguing the IDF must remain to protect the north even as a US-Iran peace deal calls for Lebanon’s sovereignty; the IDF published a map showing an expanded security zone north of the Litani River, while Israel and Hezbollah continue to exchange strikes amid tense regional dynamics.

Trump and Netanyahu: A long history of clashes that shape the U.S.-Israel alliance
world22 days ago

Trump and Netanyahu: A long history of clashes that shape the U.S.-Israel alliance

An explainer tracing decades of friction between U.S. and Israeli leaders—from Eisenhower–Ben-Gurion over the Suez Crisis to Obama–Netanyahu disputes over Iran and settlements—showing how Trump’s Iran deal and his public rebuke of Israel’s Lebanon campaign strained ties, while noting that past tensions often gave way to renewed security cooperation and sustained aid, with bipartisan support gradually shifting.

Vance Defends Iran Deal, Says Trump Is Israel’s Sole Global Ally
world22 days ago

Vance Defends Iran Deal, Says Trump Is Israel’s Sole Global Ally

U.S. Vice President JD Vance defended the new Iran nuclear deal, arguing it protects Israel and criticizing Israeli cabinet members who attacked the agreement; he noted that much of Israel’s defense arsenal is American-made and argued that Donald Trump remains the region’s only reliable ally, even as Netanyahu and hardliners question the deal and Israel signals continued security actions in Lebanon.

Vance cautions Israel: don't clash with Trump over Iran deal
world22 days ago

Vance cautions Israel: don't clash with Trump over Iran deal

Vice President Vance bluntly warned Israel's cabinet not to attack or undermine the Iran deal, saying Trump is Israel's only real ally and that U.S. military support could be at risk if Israel crosses him; Netanyahu privately vents but publicly calls for calm and a continued U.S. partnership as Washington presses to see the deal through and cautions Hezbollah against attacks.

Somaliland Leader Builds Bridges with Israel After Recognition
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Somaliland Leader Builds Bridges with Israel After Recognition

Somaliland President Abdirahman Mohamed Abdullahi arrived in Israel for the first official visit since Israel formally recognizing Somaliland in 2025, aiming to deepen cooperation across water management, healthcare, agriculture, energy, and security. He noted that discussions about an Israeli military presence have not occurred but could be possible if ties grow closer. Israel has already begun cooperation in water resources and other sectors, including training engineers and supporting healthcare initiatives. Abdullahi also voiced optimism about U.S. recognition and broader Arab engagement, and suggested Netanyahu could visit Somaliland in the future.