Beyond the halachic aspect, the cleaning tradition has also become a symbol of refreshment and renewal – not just physically but also spiritually, as preparation for the Festival of Freedom.

Khamenei has given Iran’s foreign minister "full authority" for negotiations, but limited the discussions strictly to the nuclear issue. Iran is already enriching uranium to 60%, a step away from weapons-grade, prompting Western warnings. Israel threatens: "We will not allow the Iranians to obtain nuclear weapons."

When Masha Kleiner moved from Israel to Vancouver in 2008, she sought adventure, outdoor sports, and a quiet life away from conflict. Then Hamas attacked. Within days, she saw a disturbing shift in her adopted Canadian home, compelling her to become an overnight activist. Along with other organizations, she has made Jews stand tall in the city, with several local supporters, but she warns that Israel's haters "hate Canada too and call it so-called Canada."

The New York Times reports that senior officials close to the Supreme Leader of the Islamic Republic have warned him against continued refusal to negotiate. In Iran, critics lashed out at Trump, saying the talks are “a severe humiliation for him.”

The Lebanese newspaper Al-Akhbar quoted Egyptian officials expressing optimism about the prospects of reaching a deal. The report also said Turkey is actively involved in the negotiations. Meanwhile, former US President Donald Trump is pushing a broader regional agreement that could ultimately lead to normalization between Israel and Saudi Arabia.