The Latest Breaking News from Israel

Two Israeli soldiers killed in Lebanon explosion as military announces first deaths since fragile Hezbollah truce

The Israeli military said two of its soldiers were killed in an explosion in southern Lebanon

The Independent UK · Aug 6

Israel refuses to withdraw from more south Lebanon areas at talks

Israel told talks in Rome on Thursday it would not withdraw from additional areas of southern Lebanon until the Lebanese army established full control over two initial "pilot zones", a Lebanese presidential source said. Follow our liveblog for the latest developments. Read our blog to see how the day's events…

France 24 · Aug 6

Iran and the US say a Strait of Hormuz deal is close, but one or both would have to back down

Iran and Oman are finalizing an agreement concerning the Strait of Hormuz. This potential deal could reopen the vital waterway and ease global economic pressures. U.S. President Donald Trump indicated a deal might be announced this week. Attacks on regional shipping continue, impacting oil prices and trade routes. Meanwhile, a…

The Economic Times · Aug 6

Israel strikes southern Lebanon killing one and injuring 11

Hits on two towns among deadliest bombings since start of June ceasefire

The Guardian - UK · Aug 5

Abdul El-Sayed offers a template for Democrats to defeat Trumpism

The candidate has crafted a progressive nationalism and shown his party how to turn Republicans’ financial advantage against them

The Guardian - US · Aug 5

Israel resumes military strikes on southern Lebanon as Rome hosts peace talks

Israel again fired on southern Lebanon on Wednesday, blaming Hezbollah for violating a ceasefire, as US-backed negotiations in Rome sought to end months of cross-border hostilities. Lebanon said at least one person was killed in the attacks, while Israel issued its first evacuation alert in weeks for a southern town,…

France 24 · Aug 5

Jordan warns status quo in Jerusalem 'under threat' as ministers meet in Amman

Amman hosted an emergency ministerial meeting on Wednesday to rally support behind Jordan’s custodianship of Jerusalem’s holy sites, as Foreign Minister Ayman Safadi warned that Israeli measures risk igniting a wider religious conflict.

Radio France Internationale · Aug 5

Over 50 nations, 3 continents: Has World War III already begun?

The world today is so well-connected and interlinked that the petrol in your car costs more because missiles are flying over the Persian Gulf, your online order is delayed because ships are avoiding the Red Sea, and soldiers who learnt to fight Russian drones in Ukraine are now training troops…

The Times of India · Aug 5

Leftist El-Sayed narrowly wins high-profile Michigan Democratic Senate primary

Progressive candidate Abdul El-Sayed narrowly won Michigan's Democratic US Senate primary, US media projected, handing the party's left wing a significant victory in a pivotal battleground state. The upset over establishment-backed Haley Stevens is expected to sharpen debate over the Democrats' direction on economic populism, healthcare and support for Israel…

France 24 · Aug 5

Progressive Abdul El-Sayed wins Michigan Democratic Senate primary

Abdul El-Sayed secured Michigan's Democratic Senate nomination, defeating Haley Stevens. He will now face Republican Mike Rogers in the general election. This pivotal race will determine Senate control in the upcoming elections. El-Sayed campaigned on progressive policies and received support from key figures. Democrats aim to unite their base to…

The Economic Times · Aug 5