Masa Israel Journey is holding its 17th annual Yom HaZikaron ceremony at Yad La-Shiryon in Latrun (Israel's official memorial site), bringing together more than 4,500 expected attendees in what will be the largest English-language commemoration of its kind, with countless more viewers participating online.
Ahmad al-Sharaa (formerly Abu Mohammad al-Julani), Syria’s new leader, is signaling his interest in peace with Israel. While skepticism in Israel is understandable, given his extremist jihadist past and concerns over the stability of his rule, the potential benefits of such a move are significant. These include aligning Damascus with the moderate axis of Saudi Arabia and the United Arab Emirates rather than the Turkey-Qatar alliance, severing Syria’s ties with Iran, and seizing what may be a rare chance to achieve a costly peace at a low price.
A senior Hamas official claims the terrorist organization rejects partial and temporary solutions. Despite statements from Egyptian officials, Israeli sources say no progress has been made in the talks so far, but the presence of the professional Israeli team in Egypt could enable a swift breakthrough if understandings are reached.
Families demand explanation as negotiation source confirms official count remains at 24 living hostages in Gaza.
The news network Iran International reported a significant fire at a manufacturing facility operated by a company that markets explosives and is linked to the Islamic Republic’s drone industry. The extent of the damage remains unclear.
