Israel’s top military official has issued a stark warning about the country’s operational readiness, citing severe manpower shortages as conflict across multiple fronts continues to intensify. Eyal Zamir, Chief of the General Staff of the Israel Defense Forces, told senior ministers that the military risks “collapsing on itself” if current staffing gaps are not addressed. The warning came
Israel’s top military official has issued a stark warning about the country’s operational readiness, citing severe manpower shortages as conflict across multiple fronts continues to intensify. Eyal Zamir, Chief of the General Staff of the Israel Defense Forces, told senior ministers that the military risks “collapsing on itself” if current staffing gaps are not addressed. The warning came
US President Donald Trump met Israeli Prime Minister Benjamin Netanyahu on Wednesday to discuss a range of strategic issues, with the Iran nuclear deal emerging as a central topic of conversation. The meeting, held amid heightened regional tensions, underscored ongoing diplomatic efforts and disagreements surrounding Tehran’s nuclear programme and its broader military capabilities. Following the talks, Trump took to Truth Social to reiterate his administration’s position on nego
US President Donald Trump met Israeli Prime Minister Benjamin Netanyahu on Wednesday to discuss a range of strategic issues, with the Iran nuclear deal emerging as a central topic of conversation. The meeting, held amid heightened regional tensions, underscored ongoing diplomatic efforts and disagreements surrounding Tehran’s nuclear programme and its broader military capabilities. Following the talks, Trump took to Truth Social to reiterate his administration’s position on nego
Saudi Arabia, Turkey, Egypt, Jordan, Indonesia, Pakistan and Qatar have agreed to participate in a new international initiative proposed by U.S. President Donald Trump, known as the Board of Peace, according to a joint statement issued by regional foreign ministries. The decision reflects coordinated support among several Middle Eastern and Asian governments for the initiative, which Trump has presented as a mechanism to address the ongoing Gaza conflict and broader global disputes.
Saudi Arabia, Turkey, Egypt, Jordan, Indonesia, Pakistan and Qatar have agreed to participate in a new international initiative proposed by U.S. President Donald Trump, known as the Board of Peace, according to a joint statement issued by regional foreign ministries. The decision reflects coordinated support among several Middle Eastern and Asian governments for the initiative, which Trump has presented as a mechanism to address the ongoing Gaza conflict and broader global disputes.
The United States is developing a proposal that would divide Gaza into separate security and reconstruction areas as part of a broader plan connected to an upcoming vote at the United Nations Security Council. The plan, described in military documents referenced by officials familiar with the discussions, outlines a division of the territory into a green zone that would fall under Israeli and international military oversight and a red zone that would remain heavily damaged following months of
The United States is developing a proposal that would divide Gaza into separate security and reconstruction areas as part of a broader plan connected to an upcoming vote at the United Nations Security Council. The plan, described in military documents referenced by officials familiar with the discussions, outlines a division of the territory into a green zone that would fall under Israeli and international military oversight and a red zone that would remain heavily damaged following months of
The Israel Defense Forces (IDF) and the Shin Bet security agency have confirmed that eight Hamas terrorists involved in the October 7, 2023, attacks and abductions from the Nova music festival were killed in a series of targeted strikes in the Gaza Strip earlier this year. The announcement, made Thursday, comes weeks after two Israeli hostages, Avinatan Or and Eitan Mor, were released from Hamas captivity under a ceasefire agreement, and months after the rescue of Noa Argamani in a special ID
The Israel Defense Forces (IDF) and the Shin Bet security agency have confirmed that eight Hamas terrorists involved in the October 7, 2023, attacks and abductions from the Nova music festival were killed in a series of targeted strikes in the Gaza Strip earlier this year. The announcement, made Thursday, comes weeks after two Israeli hostages, Avinatan Or and Eitan Mor, were released from Hamas captivity under a ceasefire agreement, and months after the rescue of Noa Argamani in a special ID
Prime Minister Narendra Modi has welcomed US President Donald Trump’s new initiative aimed at ending the Gaza conflict, describing it as a comprehensive pathway toward long-term and sustainable peace. Modi’s support comes after Trump and Israeli Prime Minister Benjamin Netanyahu agreed on Washington’s 20-point proposal during talks at the White House. In a statement posted on X, Modi said, We welcom
Prime Minister Narendra Modi has welcomed US President Donald Trump’s new initiative aimed at ending the Gaza conflict, describing it as a comprehensive pathway toward long-term and sustainable peace. Modi’s support comes after Trump and Israeli Prime Minister Benjamin Netanyahu agreed on Washington’s 20-point proposal during talks at the White House. In a statement posted on X, Modi said, We welcom
US President Donald Trump has described the relationship between the United States and the United Kingdom as an “unbreakable bond,” highlighting both its historical significance and present-day strength. Speaking at a business roundtable alongside British Prime Minister Sir Keir Starmer, Trump emphasized that the bilateral partnership is not only rooted in history but also evolving with unprecedented trade and investment initiatives. He called the ties between the two nations &ldq
US President Donald Trump has described the relationship between the United States and the United Kingdom as an “unbreakable bond,” highlighting both its historical significance and present-day strength. Speaking at a business roundtable alongside British Prime Minister Sir Keir Starmer, Trump emphasized that the bilateral partnership is not only rooted in history but also evolving with unprecedented trade and investment initiatives. He called the ties between the two nations &ldq
In a significant development within the corporate world, Jerry Greenfield, co-founder of the iconic ice cream brand Ben & Jerry’s, has announced his resignation after 47 years of involvement with the company. This decision comes amid escalating tensions between Ben & Jerry’s and its parent company, Unilever, over issues related to the brand’s social mission and autonomy. Greenfield's departure is rooted in a deepening conflict with Unilever, which acq
In a significant development within the corporate world, Jerry Greenfield, co-founder of the iconic ice cream brand Ben & Jerry’s, has announced his resignation after 47 years of involvement with the company. This decision comes amid escalating tensions between Ben & Jerry’s and its parent company, Unilever, over issues related to the brand’s social mission and autonomy. Greenfield's departure is rooted in a deepening conflict with Unilever, which acq
Israel has expanded its war beyond Gaza, striking the Qatari capital Doha on Tuesday in a military operation dubbed “Summit of Fire.” The Israel Defense Forces (IDF) announced that the airstrikes were carried out to eliminate senior Hamas leaders, who it claims have long directed operations abroad and were central to orchestrating the October 7, 2023 massacre. The military said the strike was executed in
Israel has expanded its war beyond Gaza, striking the Qatari capital Doha on Tuesday in a military operation dubbed “Summit of Fire.” The Israel Defense Forces (IDF) announced that the airstrikes were carried out to eliminate senior Hamas leaders, who it claims have long directed operations abroad and were central to orchestrating the October 7, 2023 massacre. The military said the strike was executed in
At least 15 people lost their lives on Monday after an Israeli airstrike struck the fourth floor of Nasser Hospital, the largest medical facility in southern Gaza. According to Gaza’s health ministry, the victims included three journalists who were reporting from the scene at the time of the attack. The strike has drawn renewed attention to the plight of civilians and medical workers trapped in the ongoing conflict, which has now spanned nearly two years
At least 15 people lost their lives on Monday after an Israeli airstrike struck the fourth floor of Nasser Hospital, the largest medical facility in southern Gaza. According to Gaza’s health ministry, the victims included three journalists who were reporting from the scene at the time of the attack. The strike has drawn renewed attention to the plight of civilians and medical workers trapped in the ongoing conflict, which has now spanned nearly two years
In an emotional and historic moment, two severely injured children from Gaza have arrived in North Texas to receive critical medical treatment as part of the largest medical evacuation effort of Palestinian children to the United States. Organized by the U.S.-based nonprofit HEAL Palestine, this mission aims to provide life-saving care and long-term support to young victims of the ongoing conflict in Gaza. The arrival of the children at Dallas-Fort Worth International Airport was met with che
In an emotional and historic moment, two severely injured children from Gaza have arrived in North Texas to receive critical medical treatment as part of the largest medical evacuation effort of Palestinian children to the United States. Organized by the U.S.-based nonprofit HEAL Palestine, this mission aims to provide life-saving care and long-term support to young victims of the ongoing conflict in Gaza. The arrival of the children at Dallas-Fort Worth International Airport was met with che
Israeli prime minister Benjamin Netanyahu is in Washington to meet with US vice-president JD Vance and House speaker Mike Johnson, following his announcement that he will nominate US president Donald Trump for the Nobel peace prize. The meetings come at a crucial time as the Gaza conflict continues, and tensions with Iran remain high. Netanyahu’s day began with a morning meeting at Blair House with JD Vance. This was followed by a discussion with Mike Johnson at the Capitol.
Israeli prime minister Benjamin Netanyahu is in Washington to meet with US vice-president JD Vance and House speaker Mike Johnson, following his announcement that he will nominate US president Donald Trump for the Nobel peace prize. The meetings come at a crucial time as the Gaza conflict continues, and tensions with Iran remain high. Netanyahu’s day began with a morning meeting at Blair House with JD Vance. This was followed by a discussion with Mike Johnson at the Capitol.