The Latest Breaking News from Israel

Arab League calls for UN peacekeepers in occupied Palestinian territory

Arab leaders accuse Israel of obstructing Gaza ceasefire efforts and demand an end to its war on Palestinian territory.

Al Jazeera · May 16, 2024

South Africa urges ICJ to order Gaza ceasefire, halt Israel’s Rafah assault

As Israel escalates assault on crowded southern city of Rafah, lawyers tell court, ‘If Rafah falls, so too does Gaza.’

Al Jazeera · May 16, 2024

Gaza: what ceasefire negotiations tell us about how each side judges its progress in the war

In all conflicts, the period preceding a ceasefire agreement is the most dangerous, as each side tries to gain the best military position before the fighting ends. The long, drawn out negotiations aimed at bringing a halt to the war in Gaza are no exception.

The Conversation · May 16, 2024

UN court begins hearing call for Israel to halt offensive in Rafah

THE United Nations’ top court has opened two days of hearings into a request from South Africa calling on Israel to halt its military operation in…

The National (Scotland) · May 16, 2024

Understanding South Africa's Genocide Case Against Israel At ICJ

South Africa's case against Israel for genocide at the ICJ raises global debate and legal implications.

Top News · May 16, 2024

Biden and Trump agree to two debates; how outdoor time can protect kids' eyesight

Biden and Trump have agreed to two presidential debate dates that break from tradition. Spending time outdoors daily can protect children from myopia.

WEKU · May 16, 2024

Republican Jewish Coalition Launches Record Fundraising Effort For Trump

The Republican Jewish Coalition is mobilizing to raise funds to support Trump's reelection, citing antisemitism and U.S.-Israel relations.

Top News · May 16, 2024

ICJ Holds Public Hearings On South Africa's Request Against Israel

The International Court of Justice is holding hearings on South Africa's request for emergency measures against Israel in an ongoing genocide case.

Top News · May 16, 2024

Five Israeli soldiers killed by IDF tank in friendly fire incident in Gaza strip

The soldiers were killed in crossfire from the 202 battalion

Evening Standard · May 16, 2024

Why Egypt backed South Africa’s genocide case against Israel in the ICJ

Angered by Israel’s moves in Gaza and the regional security risks they pose, Egypt joined the genocide case.

Al Jazeera · May 16, 2024