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Israeli PM Benjamin Netanyahu defended his governance in a heated Knesset debate, rejecting claims of Israel’s declining global standing. He highlighted strong ties with leaders including Narendra Modi, Trump, Merz, and Putin, despite criticism over the Gaza war, antisemitism, and internal political divisions.

Israeli Prime Minister Benjamin Netanyahu has requested a presidential pardon to halt his years-long corruption trial, citing national security demands. Critics warn the move threatens judicial independence and reflects his efforts to secure political survival ahead of elections expected next year

Israel identified hostage Ronen Engel’s body after Hamas handed over two bodies via the Red Cross. The Rafah crossing remains closed as Israel demands return of all deceased hostages. Ceasefire talks enter a new phase amid U.S. warnings against Hamas

A new US peace plan for Gaza, unveiled by President Trump and accepted by Israeli PM Netanyahu, proposes Israeli withdrawal, hostage-prisoner swaps, and an international force. Hamas is reviewing it. Critics say the plan may serve political aims more than peace

PM Modi welcomed Donald Trump’s 20-point Gaza peace plan, calling it a viable pathway to lasting peace. The plan, backed by Netanyahu, proposes a technocratic Gaza government, international oversight, and hostages’ release.

Israeli Prime Minister Netanyahu confirmed ongoing talks with the U.S. on a potential Gaza ceasefire plan ahead of a meeting with President Trump. The proposed deal includes a 48-hour hostage release and gradual Israeli withdrawal, amid rising global pressure and soaring Palestinian casualties

Netanyahu says Israel may withdraw from Lebanon if Hezbollah is fully disarmed by end of 2025

Protesters across Israel launched a nationwide strike demanding a ceasefire in Gaza and the release of hostages, intensifying pressure on Prime Minister Netanyahu. Demonstrations coincided with Israeli airstrikes in Yemen and preparations for a Gaza invasion, as humanitarian conditions worsened

Israel’s Defence Minister Israel Katz reviewed plans for a full-scale takeover of Gaza City, approved by the security Cabinet. The operation aims to defeat Hamas, rescue hostages, and end the conflict, drawing warnings from Hamas and Israeli opposition over potential human and financial costs.

Israel’s Mossad chief, David Barnea, visited Doha to discuss a Gaza hostage deal with Qatar’s Prime Minister. Israel said phased releases are off the table, now seeking a full deal to free all hostages amid ongoing military operations in Gaza.

Israel’s far-right finance minister approved 3,401 settler homes in the E1 area of the West Bank, a step critics say kills hopes for a Palestinian state. Meanwhile, the army chief pledged proactive military action across multiple fronts.

Israel has strongly criticised French President Emmanuel Macron's decision to recognise Palestine, warning it could empower terrorism. France becomes the most influential European nation to take this diplomatic step amid global tensions.

In a detailed post on his social media platform Truth Social, Trump expressed shock that Netanyahu is still being prosecuted despite what he described as one of Israel's "greatest moments" -- the recent assault on Iran.

US President Donald Trump announced a tentative ceasefire between Israel and Iran after Tehran’s missile retaliation on a US base in Qatar. However, Iran continued to strike Israel, killing civilians. Israel hasn’t confirmed the ceasefire, maintaining ambiguity over its intentions

Speaking at an open session of parliament in Tehran, Qalibaf criticised the proposal, delivered via Oman in late May, during ongoing indirect talks between Tehran and Washington, Xinhua news agency reported.

The war began on October 7, 2023, when Hamas militants attacked southern Israel, killing 1,200 and taking 251 hostages. Israel's massive retaliation has killed over 52,000 people in Gaza

The list of the three people intended for release, sent to Israel on Friday, includes 54-year-old Israeli-French citizen Ofer Calderon, 65-year-old Israeli-American citizen Keith Siegel, and 35-year-old Israeli civilian Yarden Bibas.

The call was Rubio's first with Israel since the administration of Republican President Donald Trump took office on Monday.

In Tel Aviv, thousands of people gathered to watch the news on large screens erupted in cheers

The Prime Minister cautioned Hamas to follow the rules of the deal.