The Latest Breaking News from Israel

Donald Trump’s pardon machine finally broke down, and now his buddy’s about to face the music for every atrocity

Donald Trump’s relentless push to shield his longtime ally Benjamin Netanyahu from legal consequences has finally hit a wall. Israeli president Isaac Herzog made it clear on April 26, 2026, that he won’t even consider Netanyahu’s pardon request until every possible plea deal has been exhausted. That’s a major blow…

The Mary Sue · Apr 28

How the UAE’s decision to leave Opec could recast the Middle East

Defection is damaging to Saudi Arabia’s prestige – and could strengthen the US hand in the region

The Guardian - UK · Apr 28

Serbian protesters demand nation quit Eurovision over Israel’s participation

Dozens of protesters have rallied outside the Serbian state RTS broadcaster demanding that the Balkan country pull out of this year’s contest

The Independent UK · Apr 28

US May Deny Visas Over Your Opinions as New DHS Policy Targets 'Extremist' Views: Critics Say It's Too Broad

The Trump administration's new DHS guidance allows immigration officers to scrutinise immigrants' political speech, potentially affecting their residency or citizenship applications.

International Business Times UK · Apr 28

Ukraine accuses Israel of importing grain ‘stolen’ by Russia, as Zelenskyy warns of sanctions

Ukraine accuses Israel of allowing the import of grain it claims Russia stole from occupied territories

The Independent UK · Apr 28

Ukraine's Zelensky Accuses Israel Of Allowing 'Stolen' Grain, FM Says Kyiv Not Providing Evidence

Ukrainian President Volodymyr Zelensky has accused Israel of allowing a ship carrying what he described as a stolen grain cargo to dock in one of its ports.

International Business Times · Apr 28

Zelensky’s row with Israel over ‘stolen Ukrainian grain’ grows

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The Independent UK · Apr 28

Ukraine-Israel row deepens over Russian shipments of stolen grain

In a continuation of the ongoing diplomatic uproar, Zelenskyy publicly criticised Israel on Tuesday for considering a purchase of Ukrainian grain stolen by Russia from temporarily occupied territories in southern Ukraine.

Euronews · Apr 28

No Religious Discrimination in Firing Employee Because of Controversy Caused by Employee's Removing Israeli Hostage Posters

Ali v. Mindful Care, Inc., decided two weeks ago by the Illinois Human Rights Commission rejected claims by Ali, who… The post No Religious Discrimination in Firing Employee Because of Controversy Caused by Employee's Removing Israeli Hostage Posters appeared first on Reason.com.

Reason · Apr 28

EU 'ready' to sanction Israel over Russian vessel carrying stolen Ukrainian grain

A diplomatic crisis has erupted between Ukraine and Israel following the arrival in Haifa of a Russian vessel reportedly carrying stolen Ukrainian grain. Brussels says it is ready to sanction those involved.

Euronews · Apr 28