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Times of Israel

Iran executed over 1,600 people in 2025, most since 1989, rights groups say

Tehran put 4 to 5 people to death daily throughout last year, data shows; if regime survives war, IHR says 'serious risk that executions will be used even more extensively' The post Iran executed over 1,600 people in 2025, most since 1989, rights groups say appeared first on The Times of Israel.

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Times of Israel

Iran executed over 1,600 people in 2025, most since 1989, rights groups say

Times of Israel

Judge lifts gag order on names of brothers charged last month in Iran spy case

Meir and Yosef Nahum allegedly gave Iranian agents AI-generated fake army information in exchange for over $32,000 The post Judge lifts gag order on names of brothers charged last month in Iran spy case appeared first on The Times of Israel.

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Times of Israel

Judge lifts gag order on names of brothers charged last month in Iran spy case

Times of Israel

Shin Bet chief said to tell court PM can't testify at trial because Iran might try to kill him

Zini reportedly writes that Iranian agents may take advantage of Netanyahu's testimony to target him; watchdog notes previous Shin Bet head refused PM's request to submit such a warning The post Shin Bet chief said to tell court PM can't testify at trial because Iran might try to kill him appeared ...

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Times of Israel

Shin Bet chief said to tell court PM can't testify at trial because Iran might try to kill him

Jerusalem Post

Spain reopens embassy in Tehran following US-Iran ceasefire

“Together with my committed team, I have reopened today the Spanish Embassy in Tehran in order to join in efforts for peace from every possible quarter,” the Spanish Ambassador to Iran said.

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Jerusalem Post

Spain reopens embassy in Tehran following US-Iran ceasefire

Jerusalem Post

What does a US naval blockade of Iran mean for oil flows? - explainer

After weekend peace talks in Islamabad between negotiators from the US and Iran ended without a deal, US President Donald Trump ordered a full blockade on the Strait of Hormuz.

Jerusalem Post

What does a US naval blockade of Iran mean for oil flows? - explainer

Jerusalem Post

'Turkey is the new Iran': The growing threat Erdogan poses to Israel - analysis

Middle East expert Yoni Ben Menachem warns that behind Turkish President Recep Tayyip Erdogan’s statements lies a structured plan to build a new Sunni axis that could replace Iran’s regional role.

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Jerusalem Post

'Turkey is the new Iran': The growing threat Erdogan poses to Israel - analysis

Jerusalem Post

Israel to mark Holocaust remembrance, but ceremonies disrupted by Iran war

Despite a pause in Iranian missile salvos against Israel and a relaxation of Home Front safety regulations, Yad Vashem on Sunday confirmed that there would still be no live ceremony.

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Jerusalem Post

Israel to mark Holocaust remembrance, but ceremonies disrupted by Iran war

Haaretz

Why Israelis are finding little reprieve from the Iran cease-fire

Most Israelis doubt the fragile truce will hold, leaving our fate to American negotiators with their own interests. If Israel's leaders want people to keep fighting, they must make Israel a place to live in, not just die for

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Haaretz

Why Israelis are finding little reprieve from the Iran cease-fire

Haaretz

Majority of Israelis oppose Iran cease-fire and expect war to resume, poll shows

61% of Israelis oppose the Iran cease-fire and 73% expect fighting to resume within a year, an INSS poll shows. It also found 69% support for continuing operations against Hezbollah in Lebanon

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Haaretz

Majority of Israelis oppose Iran cease-fire and expect war to resume, poll shows

Haaretz

The Iran war cost Israeli airlines millions. Summertime flyers will pick up the tab

While some airlines are planning to return to Tel Aviv soon, North American airlines have given up on the busy summer season – a move that is expected to lead to a surge in prices on flights ■ Israeli airlines, which have suffered huge losses since the start of the year, will make up some of the ...

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Haaretz

The Iran war cost Israeli airlines millions. Summertime flyers will pick up the tab

Times of Israel

Lapid lashes out at opposition rivals for ‘fleeing’ Knesset, fight against Netanyahu

'They are actually angry at those who stayed and fought instead of being angry at those who fled and disappeared,' Lapid tells party after accusations of leading a weak opposition The post Lapid lashes out at opposition rivals for ‘fleeing’ Knesset, fight against Netanyahu appeared first on The ...

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Lapid lashes out at opposition rivals for ‘fleeing’ Knesset, fight against Netanyahu

Jerusalem Post

Ben-Gvir expands gun access to Caesarea, home of Sara and Yair Netanyahu

Among the newly included locations are Caesarea, where members of Prime Minister Benjamin Netanyahu’s family reside, as well as Arad, Rosh Pinna, and a series of communities in the Upper Galilee.

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Ben-Gvir expands gun access to Caesarea, home of Sara and Yair Netanyahu

Jerusalem Post

Netanyahu backs Gofman as new Mossad chief, praises military record

Netanyahu praised Roman Gofman as bold and creative after appointing him Mossad chief, expressing confidence he will strengthen Israel’s security.

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Netanyahu backs Gofman as new Mossad chief, praises military record

Jerusalem Post

International Christian Embassy condemns burning of Netanyahu effigy at Spain Easter ceremony

The group also urged the Vatican to reconsider what it described as one-sided criticism of Israel and to take steps to prevent similar incidents globally.

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International Christian Embassy condemns burning of Netanyahu effigy at Spain Easter ceremony

Haaretz

Israel's opposition lauds Hungary's Magyar for ousting Orbán, as Netanyahu stays mum

With elections expected to be held by October, Israeli politicians across the spectrum drew parallels between Israel's own political tensions and Orbán's rule in Hungary. Aside from Foreign Minister Sa'ar, the ruling coalition has so far refrained from congratulating Magyar

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Israel's opposition lauds Hungary's Magyar for ousting Orbán, as Netanyahu stays mum

Haaretz

Netanyahu coalition pushes judicial overhaul even during Knesset's spring break

Committee heads leading contentious bills set to overhaul Israel's media and judiciary systems are determined to pass their dedicated bills before the Knesset dissolves ahead of the election later this year. Three bills regulating military service are not on the agenda

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Netanyahu coalition pushes judicial overhaul even during Knesset's spring break

Haaretz

Police recommend closing case against Sara Netanyahu over witness harassment, without interrogation

The investigation was opened following the findings of a 2024 news probe, which revealed that the Prime Minister's wife asked Netanyahu's former chief of staff to harass a key witness in Case 1000, in which the Prime Minister stands accused of fraud and breach of trust

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Police recommend closing case against Sara Netanyahu over witness harassment, without interrogation

Haaretz

Netanyahu pick for Mossad chief approved despite alleged use of teenager in IDF operation

The teen was released only after a year and a half in custody over espionage charges, when it was revealed that he had been part of an IDF operation. Current Mossad head Barnea said that he sees Netanyahu's pick Gofman as 'someone who is abusing their power'

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Netanyahu pick for Mossad chief approved despite alleged use of teenager in IDF operation

Haaretz

Trailing in the polls, Netanyahu launches another war: Restoring his image

Echoing Trump, Netanyahu promoted disputed war achievements in Iran while blaming media bias and touting gains against Hezbollah, as polls show him trailing ahead of elections, and his credibility under strain

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Trailing in the polls, Netanyahu launches another war: Restoring his image

Haaretz

Netanyahu coalition figures publicly back Viktor Orbán ahead of Hungary vote

Israeli politicians praised Orban for his support of Israel and tough stance on antisemitism. The election tests the future of Hungary's far-right populism and holds significant implications for Israel's diplomatic standing in Europe

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Netanyahu coalition figures publicly back Viktor Orbán ahead of Hungary vote

Haaretz

How Israel's right erodes democratic oversight to reshape the Israeli military

The 'People's Army' model is meant to serve the citizens of Israel – by the people, for the people. But this basic principle is being steadily worn down ever since October 2023

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How Israel's right erodes democratic oversight to reshape the Israeli military

Haaretz

Israeli strike kills infant girl in south Lebanon during her father's funeral

Many in Lebanon hoped the U.S.-Iran cease-fire would also apply to their front with Israel. Instead, they got one of the deadliest days in Lebanon's history, with 350 dead. Hezbollah initiated the war on March 2 – but Israel has since escalated its campaign in the country, killing more than 2,000 people

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Israeli strike kills infant girl in south Lebanon during her father's funeral

Haaretz

After expelling 120 families, Israeli settlers turn stream into holiday attraction

Hundreds of vehicles parked at the entrance to Ein al-Auja during Passover week left no doubt: the nature reserve next to the abandoned homes of residents who fled in terror has become one of the hottest destinations in settler tourism

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After expelling 120 families, Israeli settlers turn stream into holiday attraction

algemeiner

Gaza Aid Flotilla Aims to Break Israeli Blockade

A second flotilla carrying humanitarian aid to Palestinians in Gaza was due to set sail on Sunday from the Spanish...

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Gaza Aid Flotilla Aims to Break Israeli Blockade

Times of Israel

As US military set to blockade Iranian ports, Tehran says move ‘amounts to piracy’

CENTCOM says it will begin blocking all ships entering and exiting Iran's ports, will not block Hormuz for ships using non-Iranian ports, in step down from Trump's earlier threat The post As US military set to blockade Iranian ports, Tehran says move ‘amounts to piracy’ appeared first on The Times ...

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As US military set to blockade Iranian ports, Tehran says move ‘amounts to piracy’

Jerusalem Post

Erdogan threatens military action against Israel, MK calls him a 'megalomaniacal dictator'

Turkey could take military action against Israel if necessary, Erdogan warns, drawing comparisons to past interventions in Karabakh and Libya.

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Erdogan threatens military action against Israel, MK calls him a 'megalomaniacal dictator'

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Iran's Guards Will View Military Vessels Approaching Strait as Ceasefire Breach

Iran's Revolutionary Guards said on Sunday that any military vessels attempting to approach the Strait of Hormuz will be considered...

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Iran's Guards Will View Military Vessels Approaching Strait as Ceasefire Breach

algemeiner

Middle East War to Cut Growth, Deliver Cascading Impact, World Bank Chief Says

The war in the Middle East will have a cascading impact on the global economy, even if a ceasefire announced...

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Middle East War to Cut Growth, Deliver Cascading Impact, World Bank Chief Says

Times of Israel

From generation to generation: Holocaust and Oct. 7 meet in intimate salon memorials

As the Zikaron BaSalon program grows to over 2 million participants worldwide, former hostages and their families learn from survivors how telling their stories can aid in rehabilitation The post From generation to generation: Holocaust and Oct. 7 meet in intimate salon memorials appeared first on ...

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From generation to generation: Holocaust and Oct. 7 meet in intimate salon memorials

Jerusalem Post

March of the Living: Holocaust survivors stand tall against surge of worldwide antisemitism

Among the small group of elderly survivors, many of whom were children during WWII, ten were able to fly from Israel, despite Hezbollah still firing rockets at civilians.

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March of the Living: Holocaust survivors stand tall against surge of worldwide antisemitism

Haaretz

Over 106,000 Holocaust survivors live in Israel; About 12,000 passed away over the last year

According to yearly data published by Israel's National Insurance Institute and the Welfare Ministry, about 75 percent are recognized as eligible for long-term care benefits, a two-percent increase from 2025, and almost a third receive an income supplement benefit

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Over 106,000 Holocaust survivors live in Israel; About 12,000 passed away over the last year