The Latest Breaking News from Israel

Judge slams 'imprecise' anti-Semitism definition

A judge has attacked a widely adopted definition of anti-Semitism as not fit for purpose, suggesting it would tar more than three quarters of Australians.

AAP · Aug 18

How an Indian X handle's fake Iran quote reached Netanyahu, US

A false claim about Iran's nuclear ambitions spread through Israeli and US networks. This originated from an India-based X account and was amplified by various figures. Israeli Prime Minister Benjamin Netanyahu and senior US politicians cited the fabricated statement. The claim was later clarified as taken out of context and…

The Economic Times · Aug 18

Bondi library removes book How to Sell a Genocide from shelves after complaint

Author Adam Johnson criticises Waverley council saying ‘reality is often upsetting’ while Palestinian group says libraries should hold ‘challenging’ books

The Guardian - AU · Aug 18

Netanyahu and Kushner talks make no breakthrough on stalled Gaza deal

Israeli PM again insists troops will not withdraw from strip until Hamas first disarms, but calls meeting constructive

The Guardian - UK · Aug 17

Kushner's talks with Israel, Hamas end without breakthrough on Trump Gaza plan

Jared Kushner met Israeli and Hamas leaders to advance a Gaza plan. No immediate breakthrough occurred as both sides maintained their positions. Israel insisted on Hamas disarmament before any withdrawal from Gaza. Reconstruction of Gaza will not begin until Hamas is fully disarmed. Kushner's meetings followed discussions with Hamas political…

The Economic Times · Aug 17

US gas prices reach highest ever recorded for August amid stalled talks with Iran

Energy prices have been high since the US-Israel war with Iran began and the strait of Hormuz was blocked

The Guardian - US · Aug 17

LinkedIn Just Cut Its Israel R&D Team. Microsoft Stock Investors Shouldn’t Sweat the Layoffs.

Microsoft-owned LinkedIn is closing its Israeli R&D operation, but accelerating cloud and AI growth suggests the cuts are more about efficiency than weakening demand.

Barchart · Aug 17

Hamas Reportedly Tells Jared Kushner Group Will Demilitarize Gaza. He's Asking For Tangible Steps.

Kushner is also meeting with Israeli Prime Minister Benjamin Netanyahu to make advancements on the Israeli side of the agreement.

International Business Times · Aug 17

Fringe venue admits discrimination after cancelling Jewish comic 'over Israel views'

AN Edinburgh venue has accepted that it discriminated against a Jewish comedian when it cancelled his show at last year’s Fringe festival ...

The National (Scotland) · Aug 17

Trump Mocked by US Service Members? Message on KC-135 Wing in Persian Gulf Goes Viral

An alleged KC-135 graffiti photo sparks fury online with 'Operation Epstein Fury', Trump, Epstein and Israel references, while questions mount over its authenticity.

International Business Times UK · Aug 17