Israel Mourns Its Fallen as National Pain Deepens Over October 7 and Gaza Hostages. But Even on This Somber Occasion, Politics Rears Its Ugly Head, as Sara Netanyahu is Savaged for Mouthing What Security Officials Unofficially Know.
A mystery blast in Iran signals that even a diplomatic deal may ignite further conflict, as Netanyahu demands full dismantlement and Trump bets on negotiations. Deal or No Deal, Israel may strike if it feel there are existential risks.
Chemical Blast at Strategic Port Sparks Speculation of Sabotage as Iran-U.S. Nuclear Talks Continue. Initial reports say 4 were killed and 500 injured in the blast. No confirmation of Israeli involvement, but there has been significant chatter on the internet of an imminent cover action.
On US tour, Israeli Security Minister champions controversial U.S. proposal amid protests and political upheaval. While Ben-Gvir is considered by some Israelis to be extremist and repugnant, Trump’s plan for evacuation of Gazans and US outright ownership of Gaza has made Ben-Gvir’s support for “voluntary transfer” quite mainstream and moderate.
CIA and Milei opening archives on the Rat Route of German Officers to South America has renewed global interest. The Argentine initiatives are stirring fresh investigation into the possibility the Nazi leader evaded justice and lived out his years in exile.
Gaza and Hostage Deal is Not Emphasized, as Hamas Rejection of Bridging Proposal for Ceasefire has Stymied Progress and Israeli Escalation May Be in the Cards.
In stark address, PM rebukes hostage deal critics, warns against U.S.-Iran pact, and hints Israel may act alone on Tehran’s nuclear threat.
Trump’s envoy blocked a May Israeli attack to pursue a weaker Iran deal—then backtracked under fire from allies and critics alike.
Israeli leaders and Israel supporters must reject appeals to emotion and reject divisive sentiment that saddles blame on Netanyahu rather than the Shin Bet, IDF, and, not least, subversive and divisive leftists who called for refusal to serve and regular riots. Instead, prioritize decisive military action against Hamas and cooperation with the Trump Administration.
Amateurish handling of Iran, Gaza, Ukraine crises reveals troubling conflicts from envoy’s real estate ties with Qatar. The almost-failed real estate mogul is deeply indepented to Qataris and it shows in his obsequious and uncritical negotiating, quite possibly extending to Iranian nuclear talks as well.
Military enforces discipline after Air Force veterans demand end to Gaza war and surrender to Hamas to secure hostages. Commanders reject politicization of service.
October 7 wasn’t Just a failure or incompetence — it was treason. That subversion of the democratic will of the Israeli people by outside forces who will do anything, go to any lengths, to bring down the elected Prime Minister. And it continues to this very day. They have been allowed to run rampant and flaunt their power. The horrific consequences are apparent to all. They must be stopped and pay the price.
ANALYSIS: The White House meeting was clearly less than met the public eye. The two put on a pretty convincing show. Supposed failure masked a strategic subtext: “We tried everything” — before the bombs fall.
IDF to Oversee Distribution to Mitigate ICC Concerns. Is Bibi’s trip to Washington a factor? The withholding of aid has added pressure on Hamas but not nearly enough to budge their stance on hostage negotiations. Defense Minister Katz furious about leak, insisting to stress that Hamas will not be distributing it.
Netanyahu says he’s going to discuss tariffs but Tehran is more likely at the top of the secret agenda. Trump teveals Iran seeks direct talks, raising suspicion the Iranians are rattled and trying to buy time. Washington sends Israel a second THAAD defense system.
Netanyahu: “We are increasing the pressure step by step”: IDF links Muasi coast to Israeli Sufa Border Crossing, tightening noose around Rafah and separating it from Khan Yunis, providing a corridor through which Gazans can be voluntairly evacuated safely.
Decision blindsides Jerusalem, which had just dropped all duties on US imports, triggering alarm among exporters and policymakers: American decision reflects Israeli trade deficit and follows formula applied internationally. But that doesn’t take away the sting.
Defense Minister Katz signals expansion of IDF operations to neutralize Hamas, secure Israeli borders, and reshape Gaza’s future. Bombs begin to fall intensively and tanks begin rolling in.
PM withdraws controversial nomination for internal security chief amid political pressure from coalition partners, senior defense officials, and a friendly Senator. Turns out his choice protested Netanyahu’s policies and slammed Trump’s environmental policies.
Archaeological Findings at Megiddo in northern Israel reveal first physical evidence of the fabled Armageddon battle.
Hostage negotations continue under fire: Israeli proposal, consistent with Witkoff plan, would see staged release of half of remaining living and deceased captives over 40-50 days. Meanwhile, IDF forces are poised to pour into Gaza north, south and center.
As violent protests grow at home, PM opens door to final-stage deal — exile or elimination for Hamas leaders. But leftist mobs and deep state powerbrokers aim to paralyze the economy to force him out. He hints at final-stage deal, but protests are boiling over.
Israeli anger grows as amateurish and conflicted envoy Witkoff draws fire for his Qatari financial ties and naive approach to Hamas hostage talks and media miscues to anti-Semitic Tucker Carlson.
In a rare and dramatic display of public defiance, hundreds of Palestinians in the Gaza Strip have taken to the streets to protest against Hamas, the militant organization that has ruled the enclave since 2007. And reports say that Indonesia has agreed to accept tens of thousands of workers from the Strip, with Hamas powerless to stop them. A pilot group of 100 is already on its way.
