The Israeli baseball squad comprises mostly American Jews who already play in leagues in the United States. Ticket to Summer Games granted following hard-won victory in Italy on Sunday.

Lt. Hadar Goldin was killed in 2014 during a UN ceasefire in Operation Protective Edge. Hamas has since refused to return his remains. Leah Goldin: Hadar’s return is "the responsibility of all nations of goodwill, who respect international humanitarian law and truly seek peace in our region."

Jordan's response to the economic component of the deal was that cash offers cannot replace a political solution. But some Jordanian officials reportedly believe the country could – and should – profit from any plan that promises billions in economic aid.

Omar Barghouti was due to speak at an event hosted by the Palestine Solidarity Campaign organization titled “Palestine in the Age of Trump," in Brighton on Sunday. PSC blames the issue with Barghouti’s visa on “growing efforts by Israel and its allies to suppress Palestinian voices and the movements for Palestinian rights."

Defendant John T. Earnest could face the death penalty if he is convicted of murder as a hate crime, although prosecutors haven't said whether they will pursue capital punishment.