Earlier, Zelenskyy underlined the importance of defending Bakhmut, saying its fall could allow Moscow to rally international support for a deal that might require Kyiv to make unacceptable compromises.

Our sages taught us: In remembrance lies the secret of redemption, and just as an individual cannot live without bread, so too the nation cannot survive without Jerusalem. In honor of Jerusalem Day, here are a few cultural waystations in over 3,000 years of memory.

The Ukrainian leader arrived on a French government plane. He is also due to attend the G7 leaders' summit in the Japanese city of Hiroshima this weekend, although this could take place virtually. 

Israel Hayom reporter Eldad Beck brings the voices and sights from Saudi Arabia under Mohammed bin Salman, whose vision has already left an impact.

Since 1967, it has been searching for a formula to achieve a comprehensive peace in the Middle East. It has failed because it underestimates Arab antisemitism and intransigence.