For now, events in the Gulf are being treated as “foreign news,” with Israelis chiefly concerned about the impact on flights, but that appears likely to change soon. And there is no denying it: Something is amiss in relations with the White House. 

Israeli military officials prepare for all scenarios while evaluating US strikes and weighing potential targets across Iran.

The Tisha B’Av fast will begin on Wednesday evening and continue until Thursday evening, on the ninth of Av, July 22-23, 2026. Here are the start and end times for the fast across Israel.

Israel’s dependence on foreign supplies after Oct. 7 led Prime Minister Benjamin Netanyahu to make a dramatic decision: expand domestic weapons production. This is also the bitter lesson of the war in Ukraine. Without industrial independence and the ability to supply itself, even the world’s strongest alliances and most advanced weapons cannot prevent a collapse on the battlefield.

Hamas, it should be recalled, calls its October 7 surprise attack the “Al-Aqsa Flood,” For that reason alone, Tisha B’Av deserves to be restored to a central place in Israel’s national identity.

It seems that the United States and Iran do not want a return to large-scale fighting, but a war of attrition is equally pointless.

President Donald Trump has approved a civilian nuclear agreement with Saudi Arabia worth tens of billions of dollars that could include the construction of a US uranium enrichment facility in the kingdom. The agreement is intended to bolster US companies and keep China and Russia at bay, but it has sparked controversy in Congress and fears of a regional arms race.

The top Democrat on the House Judiciary Committee, Jamie Raskin, demanded that the federal government turn over all records concerning the convicted sex offender’s contacts with foreign governments. Democrats do not control Congress and therefore cannot compel an investigation. However, if they win the midterm elections, they would gain the authority to subpoena documents and witnesses. 

Heavy to extreme heat will be felt across much of Israel on Wednesday and Thursday, with Thursday expected to be the hottest day of the week. Temperatures will fall on Friday and return to seasonal norms, with stable conditions continuing through Saturday and into the beginning of next week.

The Republican senator’s death marks more than the loss of a personal friend: Israel has lost a key ally who supported it for years, at a time when backing in Congress can no longer be taken for granted.

Israel is preparing for the possibility that the campaign against Iran will expand and include Jerusalem if US strikes intensify. Diplomatic-Security Cabinet officials stress that conditions have not been met yet, but the Israel Defense Forces is prepared for any scenario, and Israel will respond forcefully if attacked.

The path chosen by Lebanon’s president could transform the country, but it is littered with dangers, from the challenge of strengthening the Lebanese Armed Forces to threats against his life.

The Wall Street Journal reported earlier that Iran transferred thousands of uranium-enrichment centrifuges into tunnels deep inside the mountain as early as last fall. 

Recep Tayyip Erdogan is turning his back on Mustafa Kemal Ataturk’s legacy not only regarding Turkey’s secular character, but also in foreign policy. The country’s focus on Europe is giving way to an embrace of the Islamic world. 

Iran’s weakening opens a window for Turkish President Recep Tayyip Erdogan to expand his regional influence, seeking to block Israel’s integration into the Middle East and undermine its emerging alliances. Experts warn: “Jerusalem must prepare for an era of competition with the Sunni axis, reduce its dependence on the US and build new alliances.”

The football world is awaiting a decision from Lionel Messi as he weighs whether to continue playing for Argentina. Before the defeat to Spain, he told his teammates, “This could be my last game.” Argentina’s football association has prepared a plan for him to remain, but will not pressure him. 

The centrifuges are believed to be housed in an underground complex buried approximately 90 to 140 meters beneath solid rock. An IDF official familiar with target selection efforts expressed concern that airstrikes in the latest war had not sufficiently damaged work related to nuclear weapons.

Pakistan, Turkey and China are involved in efforts to secure a brief Gulf ceasefire, but Washington insists there will be no negotiations unless the Strait of Hormuz is fully reopened. Meanwhile, Marco Rubio and JD Vance signal openness to diplomacy as the US military sends additional forces to the region.

For now, the IDF is watching the “Hormuz War” from the sidelines, while remaining on high alert. Both President Trump and Iran’s Revolutionary Guard Corps have so far stayed below the threshold of a broader confrontation, but that could change within a very short time.

Yemen's Iran-backed group threatens wider escalation as pro-government forces reinforce key battlefronts.

Former Manchester mayor takes helm of British government after his meeting with King Charles.

From London wards to Stockholm clinics, an alarming investigation reveals how Jewish patients and medical staff are facing hostility, professional ostracism, and harassment in the very places dedicated to healing.

Even as Tehran continues firing missiles and issuing threats, Gulf states believe the Iranian regime is losing regional influence, as Saudi and Emirati figures call for a stronger regional coalition to confront the threat. Jordan, increasingly in Iran’s sights, warns: “We will not allow the kingdom to become a battlefield.”

Terrorist leadership frames Argentina's final loss in geopolitical terms, while Palestinian and Egyptian fans celebrate the outcome.

Spain has captured its second World Cup title following a hard-fought victory against Argentina, securing not only global grid glory but also a record-breaking financial payout from FIFA.

Cristian Romero shook hands with FIFA President Gianni Infantino, but walked straight past the US President without offering a greeting.

Jerusalem is maintaining maximum readiness and has identified three scenarios that could draw Israel into the campaign against Iran. Officials are also concerned that civilian flights could be canceled as US refueling aircraft crowd regional airspace, while security arrangements for senior officials are being reassessed amid assassination threats.

Kuwait says it intercepted Iranian drones and ballistic missiles after another night of US strikes as Tehran threatens: “US troops would flee if they knew what we were planning.” Signs of damage to civilian infrastructure in southern Iran are beginning to emerge, with residents waiting in long lines for fuel.