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The Latest Breaking News from Israel

Eurovision 2026: Bulgaria crowned winner in spectacular final in Vienna, with Israel second

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The Independent UK

Look Mum No Computer performs in Eurovision final as Israel gets mixed reception

Look Mum No Computer, whose real name is Sam Battle, performed his song Eins, Zwei, Drei at the Wiener Stadthalle in Vienna, Austria.

Evening Standard

Eurovision final in Vienna overshadowed by protests over Israel’s participation

Hundreds protested in Vienna against Israel’s participation in Eurovision 2026 as security was tightened around the Wiener Stadthalle before the grand final, amid tensions linked to the war in Gaza.

Euronews

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Israeli strike that killed Hamas military leader Izz al-Din al-Haddad, in photos

Photos from Gaza City show the aftermath of an Israeli airstrike that killed Izz al-Din al-Haddad, a senior Hamas military commander identified by Israel as one of the architects of the Oct. 7, 2023, attacks. Images capture flames and destruction at the strike site, residents responding and mourners gathering for…

The Independent UK

Israeli strikes kill six in southern Lebanon hours after extension of ceasefire

Three paramedics at health centre among dead, while Hamas military chief Izz al-Din al-Haddad killed in Gaza strike

The Guardian - UK

Trump says Xi agrees Iran must open strait, but no sign China will weigh in

President Donald Trump claims China's Xi Jinping agreed Iran must reopen the Strait of Hormuz. Iran effectively shut the vital waterway after U.S. and Israeli attacks. This has caused a major oil supply crisis and pushed up prices. Tehran insists it will not unblock the strait until the U.S. ends…

The Economic Times

Israel says Hamas military chief, involved in planning October 7 attacks, killed in Gaza

Israeli forces have killed Izz al-Din al-Haddad, a senior Hamas military commander linked to the October 7 attacks. Haddad, who assumed a key role after Mohammed Sinwar's death, was reportedly involved in holding Israeli hostages. His elimination marks another significant blow to Hamas's leadership amid ongoing Israeli operations in Gaza.

The Times of India

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German Intelligence Flags Watermelon Symbol as Extremist Indicator When Used to Outline a Map of Palestine

Germany's intelligence agency has classified the watermelon symbol as an extremist indicator when used to outline a Palestinian state over Israel, sparking debate over civil liberties and political expression.

International Business Times UK

Turkey expands military footprint in Somalia as regional rivalries intensify

Turkey’s role in Somalia is under growing scrutiny, with the East African country embroiled in controversy over elections and Israel stepping up efforts to challenge Turkey in the region.

Radio France Internationale

Israel says it killed the leader of Hamas’ military wing, one of the architects of Oct. 7 attacks

Israel says it has killed the leader of Hamas’ military wing, Izz al-Din al-Haddad, in a strike in Gaza City

The Independent UK

How did Eurovision go from sequins and flares to geopolitical slugfest?

The contest is enduring the biggest boycott it has ever seen, but 2026 is far from its first year of controversy

The Guardian - UK

Eurovision gears up for boycotted final, with fiery Finns favourites

A fiery Finnish violinist-singer duo followed by an Australian star are the favourites to win Saturday's Eurovision grand final, with the contest hit by an unprecedented boycott over Israel's participation.

Radio France Internationale

As Netanyahu spotlights Israel's ties to UAE, its rulers prefer to be discreet

The Israel-UAE alliance, typically discreet, was exposed by revelations of Iron Dome deployment and a secret Netanyahu visit, prompting a UAE denial. This highlights regional sensitivities to public ties with Israel, especially amid the Iran war and Gaza conflict, as Gulf states prefer to downplay such partnerships.

The Economic Times

Spain's Eurovision boycott over Israeli participation leaves contest fans torn

Spain is boycotting this year’s edition of the Eurovision Song Contest, after repeatedly expressing disapproval over Israel’s participation

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The Eurovision Song Contest reaches its grand final in Vienna with pop and protests

The Eurovision Song Contest final arrives Saturday with tight security and rainy weather failing to dampen fans' enthusiasm

Evening Standard

Look Mum No Computer to perform in Eurovision final amid boycott over Israel

Israeli entrant, Bettan, was booed by the crowd during his performance in Tuesday’s semi-final.

The Economic Times

Israel, Lebanon say extending ceasefire despite new strikes

Israel and Lebanon have agreed to extend a ceasefire for 45 days and will hold expanded talks on a political settlement, the US announced. Despite the truce, Israel conducted new strikes, claiming they are not subject to the ceasefire, leading to civilian casualties and further displacement in southern Lebanon.

The Times of India

Israel-Lebanon ceasefire extended for 45 days as peace talks continue

Israel and Lebanon have agreed to extend their ceasefire by 45 days after two days of talks in Washington, offering a temporary diplomatic breakthrough in a conflict that has continued to claim lives despite the truce. The extension, announced by the US State Department on Friday, will keep the cessation…

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The Times of India

Friendly nations can rely on safe commerce, says Araghchi after meeting EAM; welcomes any positive role by India for peace

External affairs minister S Jaishankar and his Iranian counterpart Seyed Abbas Araghchi discussed the West Asia conflict and its implications, including the Strait of Hormuz situation, in their first bilateral meeting since the US-Israel and Iran war started in February.

The Independent UK

Israel-Lebanon ceasefire extended by 45 days as Trump criticises Iran peace proposal

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The Independent UK

The Kars4Kids earworm ad has been banned in California. Here’s why

Rather than helping underprivileged children, money from the New Jersey-based charity was used to fund teenagers’ trips to Israel, according to a lawsuit

Evening Standard

Israel and Lebanon agree to extend Iran war ceasefire, US says

President Trump announced a truce on April 16 but Israel and Lebanon have continued to trade blows since then

Euronews

Israel confirms Hamas armed wing chief killed in Gaza strike

The military said Haddad was “among the last senior commanders in Hamas’s military wing responsible for planning and carrying out the October 7th massacre.”

Euronews

Israel and Lebanon extend their ceasefire by 45 days following talks in the US

The US State Department will hold negotiations aimed at reaching a permanent political agreement on the 2 and 3 June. Beforehand, the Pentagon is to bring together military delegations from the countries concerned on 29 May.

International Business Times

Israel Reportedly Preparing For The Possibility That Iran War Will Resume Soon

Israel is preparing for the possibility that the war in Iran will resume soon, according to a new report.

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