While some Syrians celebrated President Donald Trump's announcement to lift American sanctions, others are expressing deep concerns about an uncertain future and the strengthening position of Damascus ruler Ahmed al-Sharaa.

Israel's annual Lag BaOmer celebrations will begin Thursday evening, May 15, but will proceed without their most recognizable tradition as authorities have implemented a complete ban on bonfires due to extreme fire hazard conditions across the country.

Netzah Yehuda, the organization behind the founding of the Haredi Nahal unit, is set to launch a unique pre-military program designed for Chabad Hasidim. The new initiative will combine Torah study and Hasidic philosophy with preparation for meaningful military service. The organization anticipates that the program will significantly change the way Chabad youth are integrated into the IDF.

The dealmaker diplomat and Krav Maga fighter, speaking with The Atlantic, fends of criticism, saying he is "a truth teller." When asked why Israel was not part of the direct Hamas negotiations, he answers: "The president is the president, and I follow his orders."

Israel's Eurovision representative discusses protest tensions and final preparations in exclusive Israel Hayom interview.