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Nava Freiberg

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Saudi crown prince’s pushback on Israel normalization reportedly irked Trump

Saudi crown prince’s pushback on Israel normalization reportedly irked Trump

Israeli TV report says US president was ‘disappointed and angry’ after MBS cited domestic opposition to normalizing ties with Jewish state

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Netanyahu: ‘There will not be a Palestinian state,’ even at cost of ties with Saudis

Netanyahu: ‘There will not be a Palestinian state,’ even at cost of ties with Saudis

In interview with Telegram channel, PM says border deal with Syria ‘preferable’ but won’t budge on security demands; Israel to boost...

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Netanyahu brushes off Saudi F-35 deal, says US will ensure Israel’s military edge

Netanyahu brushes off Saudi F-35 deal, says US will ensure Israel’s military edge

PM says Rubio assured him Washington will maintain Israel’s regional advantage, in contrast to military’s position, which warned air...

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Huckabee hosted ex-spy Jonathan Pollard for meeting at US embassy, NYT reports

Huckabee hosted ex-spy Jonathan Pollard for meeting at US embassy, NYT reports

CIA’s Israel station chief said ‘alarmed’ at meeting, White House not informed ahead of time; Pollard served 30 years in prison for...

20.11.2025 10

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Holding down Gaza’s Yellow Line, IDF says ‘Hamas tests us daily’

Holding down Gaza’s Yellow Line, IDF says ‘Hamas tests us daily’

Close to line marking army redeployment, spokesman says terror group is rearming, committing ‘hundreds’ of violations in fragile first...

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In English only, Netanyahu welcomes UN vote backing ‘Trump’s vision’ for Gaza

In English only, Netanyahu welcomes UN vote backing ‘Trump’s vision’ for Gaza

PM says plan ‘will lead to peace and prosperity’ in the region; Lapid: He buckled ‘under American pressure’; Herzog: Historic...

18.11.2025 40

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Outgoing New York Mayor Adams meets Israeli leaders, who hail him as a ‘true friend’

Outgoing New York Mayor Adams meets Israeli leaders, who hail him as a ‘true friend’

Herzog hosts visiting politician, expresses concern over city’s future with Mamdani set to take office; Adams: ‘If I were a Jewish New...

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Germany to resume arms exports to Israel next week; Sa’ar urges others to follow

Germany to resume arms exports to Israel next week; Sa’ar urges others to follow

Berlin says decision hinges on Israel’s commitment to ceasefire, influx of aid to Gaza; Germany halted some weapons sales in August ahead of...

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Warming Trump-Sharaa ties put Israel’s feet to fire on emerging Syria security deal

Warming Trump-Sharaa ties put Israel’s feet to fire on emerging Syria security deal

Pushed toward an agreement with ex-jihadi Syrian president, a wary Jerusalem seeks to at least secure its border, protect the Druze and perhaps...

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France to allow Israeli firms to take part in defense expo after reports ban was weighed

France to allow Israeli firms to take part in defense expo after reports ban was weighed

French official tells ToI that the decision to let companies from Israel participate in Milipol Paris was a French call ‘and not the result of...

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After decade of deadlock, return of Hadar Goldin’s body may bring closure to captive nation

After decade of deadlock, return of Hadar Goldin’s body may bring closure to captive nation

Fallen soldier was held by Hamas since 2014, but Israel failed for years to recover his body and others, possibly planting seeds of conflict that...

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Czech foreign minister says sanctions threat off the table as EU mellows on Israel

Czech foreign minister says sanctions threat off the table as EU mellows on Israel

Visiting Israel before leaving post, top diplomat bashes ‘activist’ stances of others in bloc, says Prague’s support for Israel will...

05.11.2025 30

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At Rabin memorial ceremony, Herzog warns Israel ‘once again on the edge of an abyss’

President calls for country to stick to Trump’s Gaza deal, take opportunities for peace as was ‘Rabin’s vision’; late...

03.11.2025 10

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Despite dashing hopes for a visit, Indonesia cautiously eyes ties with Israel

For the world’s largest Muslim-majority country, the path to Jerusalem runs through Gaza – and Trump

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Sa’ar insists PA still paying terrorists in ‘pay-for-slay’ policy, despite promises

Foreign minister disputes Ramallah’s claim it abolished stipends to terrorists’ families, says Israel won’t accept Turkish troops in...

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Rubio at Gaza ceasefire HQ: Israel has met its commitments, Hamas must disarm

Terror group ‘cannot be involved in governing Gaza,’ says top US diplomat, adding ‘there is no plan B’ for US truce plan;...

24.10.2025 20

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Netanyahu said to insist PA have no role in Gaza as US pushes Trump’s plan to end war

Israeli TV says PM has recently informed US of several red lines regarding Strip’s future; Trump reportedly pleased he ‘has so far managed...

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Slain hostage Bipin Joshi praised for October 7 heroism as body flown to Nepal

Joshi, 23, deflected grenade in shelter, tried to save friends before he was abducted from Kibbutz Alumim; government’s hostage point man:...

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Marking 2 years since war began, Netanyahu says Israel ‘determined to complete victory’

At state memorial ceremony, PM hails IDF gains, vows return of ‘every last hostage,’ warns enemies rearming; Herzog urges probe into Oct 7...

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From airstrike to hugs, Israel still won’t decide whether Qatar is partner or foe

For decades, Jerusalem has pursued a contradictory approach to Doha, now more influential than ever. But there is a path for steering the two-faced...

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EU says its monitoring mission at Rafah pedestrian crossing to restart Wednesday

‘The EU stands ready to do its part,’ top diplomat Kaja Kallas says as bloc aims to provide a neutral, third-party presence at key...

13.10.2025 20

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Netanyahu turns down last-minute invite to Egypt summit, citing upcoming holiday

Trump brokers invitation for premier from Cairo during ride from airport to Knesset; Indonesia denies president to arrive Tuesday for historic visit

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Tel Aviv crowd boos Netanyahu’s name during Witkoff speech, cheers Trump

Witkoff praises PM at Hostages Square rally; Gantz reproves jeering crowd, calls it a mistake to deride PM before American envoy, as Likud party says...

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Hostage families endorse Trump for Nobel peace prize as Gaza truce talks begin

US president ‘brought us light in our darkest times’ with his efforts to secure hostages’ release, Hostages and Missing Families...

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PM: Hopeful all hostages will be freed in days; Trump: I told Bibi, this is your victory

US president says Israel accepted Gaza withdrawal line, ceasefire will come into effect once Hamas ‘confirms’; Cairo hostage talks...

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IDF chief said to have warned PM, Katz that Gaza City op has ‘no political endgame’

Army confirms Zamir’s hand-delivered secret memo to Netanyahu weeks ago, as parents of soldiers fume that he is sending their children to battle...

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Trump: Gaza deal ‘in final stages’; Netanyahu: Working on it, but it’s not yet done

US president strikes jubilant tone, declaring there’s a ‘real chance for greatness’ in the Middle East, but PM casts doubt on...

28.09.2025 20

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Advisory committee approves candidacy of David Zini for next Shin Bet chief

Cabinet now expected to vote in favor of Netanyahu’s nominee to head security agency, after panel dismisses concerns that former IDF general is...

26.09.2025 20

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PM reports progress in talks with Syria as US official says security deal ‘99%’ done

Netanyahu tells ministers that crippling Hezbollah in Lebanon last year created previously unimaginable window of opportunity for future ‘peace...

21.09.2025 30

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Japan’s FM pledged not to recognize Palestinian state at UN, Israel says

No immediate confirmation of decision from Tokyo, amid wave of Western countries vowing to recognize Palestinian sovereignty at UN summit set for next...

19.09.2025 30

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Flower-bedecked Netanyahu and counterpart from Fiji open new embassy in Jerusalem

FM Sa’ar vows to continue to work to relocate embassies to capital after island nation becomes 7th country to do so; Fijian PM acknowledges...

17.09.2025 10

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Syria says working with US to reach ‘security understandings’ with Israel

Announcement comes as part of US- and Jordan-backed roadmap for restoring stability to country’s south after deadly sectarian violence earlier...

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Under fire, Netanyahu scrambles to explain claim Israel may become ‘super Sparta’

Facing torrent of criticism for suggesting self-reliance was the way forward, PM claims Israeli economy has ‘amazed the entire world,’ is...

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Rubio visits contentious Jerusalem archeological site, boosting Israeli claim to area

In closed ceremony attended by PM, top US diplomat inaugurates newly completed Pilgrims’ Road in City of David archaeological park, which is...

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Netanyahu admits Israel is economically isolated, will need to become self-reliant

Premier blames new threats of arms embargoes and sanctions on Muslim immigration to Europe, online propaganda by Qatar and China; says Israel must...

15.09.2025 20

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Rubio opens Israel visit with Netanyahu at Western Wall amid Gaza ops, Qatar fallout

Visiting US secretary of state calls for ‘peace in Holy Land,’ while PM praises ‘durable’ bond, as Jerusalem readies Gaza offensive,...

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After Israel strikes Hamas leaders in Qatar, Turkey worries it could be next

Though a direct attack on a NATO member is highly unlikely, Ankara fears Israeli agents could potentially target terror group’s members on the...

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Ahead of holidays, Israel warns of Iran-backed terror threats to Israelis and Jews abroad

National Security Council assessment says Iran, Hamas, Hezbollah and other groups remain motivated to target Jews, Israelis; singles out October 7...

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‘Suspicious package’ sent to Herzog during London visit, his office says

Potential threat comes as Israel reportedly boosts security measures at embassies and other high-profile targets worldwide, amid fears of Iranian...

11.09.2025 10

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Amid strained UK-Israel ties, Herzog holds ‘tough’ meeting with Starmer in London

Israeli president says British recognition of Palestinian state will only ’embolden extremists,’ while UK leader urges Israel to...

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Spain sanctions Israel over Gaza ‘genocide,’ recalls envoy after antisemitism charge

Israel sanctions two Spanish ministers, accuses country of ‘overt antisemitism’ after Madrid freezes defense ties, bans settlement goods...

08.09.2025 10

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Europeans call for halt to violence after Jerusalem terror attack kills six

Alongside condemnations from France, UK, Germany and others, EU spokesman says deadly shooting shows need for Israel to halt fighting in Gaza Strip

08.09.2025 10

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Sa’ar: Recognizing Palestinian state ‘will push Israel to make unilateral decisions’

Alongside Danish counterpart, foreign minister vague on whether Israel will annex parts of West Bank; FMs clash over Gaza humanitarian situation —...

07.09.2025 30

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Wading into politics, ex-Mossad chief says Netanyahu should step aside

In interview, Yossi Cohen slams security chiefs over Oct. 7, defends his role in Qatari funds to Gaza, says he’s not entering politics yet, but...

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Child evacuated from Gaza with rare disease recovers from malnutrition in Italian hospital

Doctors say ‘a big part’ of Shamm Qudeih’s undernourishment was due to her genetic metabolic disease; but war conditions in Strip...

06.09.2025 10

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First image in 700 days: Family of hostage Alon Ohel issues still from Hamas video

Mother Idit says she ‘can hardly recognize’ her son in propaganda clip: ‘On the one hand, it was so moving after such a long time,...

06.09.2025 10

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Israel: ‘No place’ for Macron visit if Paris persists with Palestinian state recognition

FM Sa’ar tells counterpart Israel wants good ties with France but move to recognize Palestine harms Israeli interests; Netanyahu warns Jerusalem...

05.09.2025 10

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State comptroller: Netanyahu and others neglected home front before and after Oct 7

Report finds long- and short-term failures left civilian systems unprepared, leading to poor wartime support

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IDF: Allegations of ‘enforced disappearances’ of Gazans at aid sites are ‘baseless’

Four days after UN officials, including special rapporteur Francesca Albanese, said Israel won’t provide information on detainees, military says...

01.09.2025 40

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2.5 million kids return to school, including in Gaza border and northern communities

High school students strike in protest continuation of war in Gaza, call for hostage deal; leaders hail bittersweet return to war-devastated schools,...

01.09.2025 40

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