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Israeli Prime Minister Benjamin Netanyahu, speaking at a Rosh Hashanah Toast, declared that Iran’s regime is nearing collapse and emphasized Israel’s strength as the Middle East’s leading superpower. He credited Israel’s military resilience, U.S. cooperation, and recent successes against Iran’s nuclear and missile threats.
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Iran’s Supreme Leader Ayatollah Mojtaba Khamenei urged Muslim nations to unite against the US and Israel, calling them the “real enemy,” as regional tensions escalated with attacks on journalists, activists, and fresh Israeli strikes in Gaza.
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Israeli Prime Minister Benjamin Netanyahu condemned settler violence against Palestinians in the West Bank villages of Qusra and Jalud, calling the attacks criminal and urging arrests. The incidents reportedly injured Palestinians and foreign journalists amid rising settler violence across the territory
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Israel has warned Hamas of intensified targeted strikes if the launch of incendiary balloons, kites, and drones from Gaza continues. Prime Minister Benjamin Netanyahu and Defence Minister Israel Katz, after a high-level security assessment, stressed that Israel will not revert to pre-October 7 conditions and vowed to protect its citizens.
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Prime Minister Narendra Modi is scheduled to address world leaders at the high-level United Nations General Assembly (UNGA) session in New York on September 25. His speech will be part of the afternoon session, with timings likely adjusted for Indian audiences.
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US negotiator Jared Kushner, son-in-law of President Donald Trump, held a rare meeting in Cairo with Hamas chief Khalil al-Hayya to revive stalled Gaza ceasefire talks. The meeting focused on a US-backed 15-point plan for Hamas’ disarmament and Israel’s withdrawal from Gaza.
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Israel rejected a Gaza deal announced by US President Donald Trump, insisting no withdrawal until Hamas is disarmed. Meanwhile, Yemen’s Houthi rebels attacked Mokha port and a Saudi Aramco refinery, raising fears of renewed civil war. Separately, Iran and Oman discussed managing the Strait of Hormuz, with Tehran signalling restrictions on “hostile” nations’ vessels.
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Prime Minister Narendra Modi received a phone call from Israeli Prime Minister Benjamin Netanyahu on Thursday evening. The two leaders reviewed progress in the India-Israel Special Strategic Partnership and exchanged views on the situation in West Asia. They reaffirmed their commitment to strengthening bilateral cooperation across sectors and agreed to remain in touch.
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Israeli Prime Minister Benjamin Netanyahu said Israeli forces will remain in Gaza until Hamas is fully disarmed, rejecting a US-backed draft proposal. Hamas, meanwhile, accepted a revised ceasefire roadmap with conditions, as mediators continue efforts to secure a lasting peace agreement.
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Israeli Prime Minister Benjamin Netanyahu meets US President Donald Trump amid tensions over Iran, Gaza, and Lebanon. The leaders will discuss Iran’s nuclear program, regional diplomacy, and security cooperation as both face mounting domestic political pressure and shifting public support
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Israel's parliament, the Knesset, dissolved early after passing several coalition-backed bills, triggering elections on October 27. Prime Minister Benjamin Netanyahu faces political challenges amid rising opposition support, coalition struggles, and controversies over military exemptions, judicial reforms, and media regulations
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Indian American Congressman Ro Khanna has alleged that armed Israeli settlers and soldiers detained him and his delegation in the West Bank during a visit, calling the incident “unprecedented” and demanding an investigation. Khanna urged Prime Minister Netanyahu to prosecute the settlers and soldiers involved.
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Israeli Prime Minister Benjamin Netanyahu said the US-mediated framework agreement with Lebanon marks a step towards ending the conflict and achieving lasting peace. The deal includes security arrangements, a ceasefire framework and measures aimed at dismantling Hezbollah's military infrastructure.
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Congress Parliamentary Party Chairperson Sonia Gandhi criticised the Modi government over its stance on the Gaza conflict, alleging its silence has weakened India's moral standing and foreign policy interests while distancing the country from traditional allies and global public opinion
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The International Criminal Court’s oversight body has suspended Chief Prosecutor Karim Khan after an investigation found he engaged in “serious misconduct” and breach of duty over sexual misconduct allegations with a female aide.
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US President Donald Trump urged Israeli Prime Minister Benjamin Netanyahu not to retaliate after Iran launched missile barrages at Israel. Trump warned further escalation could derail US-Iran ceasefire negotiations, while Israel considered a strong response despite intercepting all missiles
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Iran launched missiles at Israel for the first time since the April ceasefire, retaliating for Israeli strikes in Beirut. The escalation threatened regional stability, prompted airspace closures, and raised fears of renewed conflict, while US President Donald Trump urged restraint and diplomacy
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The Israel Defense Force (IDF) struck a Hezbollah-linked site in Beirut’s Dahieh district after rocket fire into Israeli territory. The military also urged civilians in Tyre to evacuate, citing Hezbollah’s ceasefire violations.
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US President Donald Trump admitted to calling Israeli Prime Minister Benjamin Netanyahu “crazy” during a tense phone call over Israel’s war with Hezbollah, which he said was complicating peace talks with Iran.
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US President Donald Trump said he persuaded Israeli Prime Minister Benjamin Netanyahu to cancel a planned strike on Beirut. Trump also claimed Hezbollah representatives agreed to halt attacks, amid escalating regional tensions and fragile ceasefire efforts
