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The Hind Rajab Foundation, an organization that pursues IDF soldiers around the world, announced today, Thursday, that it has filed, together with the European Legal Support Center (ELSC), an urgent criminal complaint against L.H., an Israeli academic, claiming that he is an "IDF reservist who committed war crimes, crimes against humanity, and genocide" during his service in the Gaza Strip...

Iran warned today, Thursday, Cyprus and Bulgaria against allowing the United States to use military bases on their territory for potential attacks against the Islamic Republic. Iranian Foreign Minister Abbas Araghchi clarified that any state that places its territory at the disposal of a foreign power for action against Iran will be considered as participating in aggression.

Hackney Council leader Zoe Garbett has informed Haifa Mayor Yona Yahav of her council’s intention to terminate the twin-city agreement, requesting a response by October 7. The Haifa municipality is currently consulting with the Israeli Foreign Ministry on how to address the request.

Dozens of residents and tourists in southern Crete were forced to seek refuge in the sea due to a massive wildfire. A total of 31 people were rescued by the Coast Guard and private vessels from the Agios Pavlos area.

US President Donald Trump lost his temper during a security meeting due to frustration over the lack of progress in Iran negotiations. The White House denied the report, which also highlights deep divisions within the administration regarding the war's objectives.

More than 1,100 public figures, jurists, and activists signed a letter calling for an end to the American military presence in the kingdom, arguing that it endangers Jordan's sovereignty and drags it into a regional conflict. Despite public pressure, the government is not expected to change its alliance with Washington.

The Yemeni Foreign Minister stated that the Houthis aim to replicate the Iranian model from the Strait of Hormuz in the Bab al-Mandab Strait. She added that the Houthis rely on the "weak international response" to attacks on merchant ships and wish to continue escalating tensions in the Red Sea.

According to Al-Arabiya, the terrorist organization exploited a project funded by an international institution to deploy a private communication network for its operatives in Beirut. Lebanese security agencies are investigating, and the information has been shared with US intelligence.

A vacation that turned into a nightmare: a group of 18-year-olds have been trapped in their hotel rooms in Sunny Beach for many hours after allegedly being violently attacked by a group of British nationals. Parents state that while the Ministry of Foreign Affairs is aware of the incident, the young people have yet to receive any practical assistance.

The Jewish community task force presents data for 2025, which is shaping up to be the most violent year since the 1994 attack in Argentina. 23,000 incidents were documented in the seven major countries. The CEO of the Anti-Defamation League called on governments to act in advance.

The issue of control over the Strait of Hormuz remains unresolved: Iran has rejected Oman's compromise proposal for a joint regional mechanism to regulate ship traffic. Tehran insists that shipping lanes must pass through its territorial waters and has threatened to keep the strait completely closed if its demands are not met.

The startup Deep Fission is promoting a first-of-its-kind experiment to build a nuclear reactor underground, aiming to generate electricity without the familiar massive concrete complexes. Supporters see an energy revolution, while opponents warn: "We are guinea pigs."

US President Donald Trump and Ukrainian President Volodymyr Zelensky met at the White House. The leaders discussed the production of Patriot systems and the advancement of the diplomatic process.

After facing numerous attacks, Abu Dhabi is working to gradually renew ties with Tehran, assessing that the Iranian regime will emerge from the war weakened but not defeated. Simultaneously, the UAE is deepening security cooperation with Israel and the US in preparation for potential future escalation.

The advisor to the Chief of Staff of the Iranian Armed Forces called for revenge for the death of the Supreme Leader, labeling it a "national duty" of the Islamic nation. Meanwhile, the editor of the newspaper "Kayhan" warned that ignoring this vengeance would embolden Israel and the USA.

Ahead of the Israel-Lebanon meeting in Rome, it is reported that the dispute over the body that will oversee the implementation of the pilot zones continues. At the same time, the USA conveyed a sharp message that any attack by Hezbollah against Israel will lead to a broad response directed against the organization and Lebanon.

A 7.1 magnitude earthquake struck the Kyushu region in southern Japan, prompting a tsunami warning. The US Tsunami Warning Center confirmed there is no tsunami threat to Hawaii or American Samoa.

Ahead of the meeting between the US President and the Israeli Prime Minister, administration officials clarified that the IDF's withdrawal from Lebanon is contingent upon the dismantling of Hezbollah's terrorist infrastructure. Meanwhile, Donald Trump outlined his positions on Iran, Turkey, and Saudi Arabia, which will be discussed in the Oval Office.

At least one shot was fired early Monday morning outside the US Consulate in Toronto. Police found evidence of a weapon used on University Avenue; no injuries were reported.

A new investigation reveals a systematic pattern of sexual violence and torture in Russian detention facilities, intended to break the spirit of Ukrainian prisoners of war. Victims report rape, electric shocks, and humiliation, with evidence suggesting involvement from senior command.

Amid ongoing tensions between Israel and Iran, a meeting took place in Paris between Sylvan Adams, President of the World Jewish Congress in Israel, and exiled Iranian Crown Prince Reza Pahlavi. The two discussed a vision for a free and democratic Iran and the potential for restoring diplomatic relations following a regime change.

About 6,000 seafarers remain trapped on 400 vessels in the Persian Gulf due to ongoing fighting in the Strait of Hormuz. The UN is calling for a safe maritime corridor to facilitate their rescue, highlighting cases where crews have been abandoned without basic supplies.

The Lebanese Foreign Minister said in an interview with the French weekly "Journal du Dimanche" that "the visit of the President of Lebanon, Joseph Aoun, contributed to breaking the deadlock on the issue of the pilot zones." Rajeh emphasized that "the problem is the organization, not the Shiite community."

Syrian President Ahmad al-Shara stated that Damascus does not intend to intervene militarily in Lebanon and is working toward a security agreement with Israel.

According to The New York Times, the decision was reached after a discussion between US President Donald Trump and his senior advisors. The meeting highlighted risks associated with resuming large-scale combat operations, including concerns over the depletion of interceptor missile stockpiles.

The spokesperson for Iran's Islamic Revolutionary Guard Corps (IRGC) declared that the UK will become a "legitimate target" if it supports the USA in the war, following reports that American bombers used a British base for recent strikes.

A Manchester court sentenced 31-year-old Muhammad Asim Bashir to life imprisonment with a minimum term of 17 years. He pleaded guilty to preparing a terrorist act and assisting Jihad al-Shami, who had previously carried out the attack at the Heaton Park Synagogue.

The bombings have returned, the currency is plummeting, and power and water outages are expanding. Residents from Tehran to the port cities in the south describe lives reduced to worrying about food, livelihood, and family members — alongside the fear of the attacks and the regime's repressive mechanisms.

Six months after the terror attack at Bondi Beach in Sydney, a 67-year-old woman has been charged for hurling antisemitic remarks at Jewish leaders at the memorial site. The incident occurred as Australia's Royal Commission into Social Cohesion held hearings on the rise of antisemitism in the country.

In his speech at the White House Correspondents' Dinner, the President addressed talks with Iran and declared it is run by a homosexual dictator. Trump mocked Senator Schumer ahead of Netanyahu's visit and joked about the eating habits of Health Minister Kennedy Jr. and the negative coverage against him.

According to The New York Times, the US President has convened senior administration officials to discuss intensifying the military campaign against Iran. A key factor is a new intelligence assessment suggesting that the Supreme Leader of the Islamic Republic is seeking to develop advanced nuclear weapons.

ICC member states voted to dismiss Prosecutor Karim Khan following the conclusion of disciplinary proceedings regarding allegations of sexual harassment.

In an official letter obtained by Walla, the State Department clarifies that Ankara will not be able to return to the fighter jet program as long as it does not get rid of the Russian S-400 system. Alongside this, Washington praises Turkey's contribution to the peace plan for Gaza - but emphasizes: concerned about Hamas's funding infrastructure on its territory.

Bahrain and Kuwait have conducted their first direct airstrikes against military targets in Iran, including drone and missile depots. The operation was supported by the UAE, which provided intelligence and air cover.

US President Donald Trump warned Russia and China against supplying weapons to Iran. He stated that he had received assurances from Vladimir Putin and Xi Jinping that they would refrain from such deals.

A 65-year-old man was seriously injured in an attack by a Syrian citizen in Bavaria due to a pin he was wearing. Authorities are investigating the incident as an attempted murder with an antisemitic motive. Israel's ambassador to Berlin has called for a determined response against the backdrop of a sharp spike in antisemitic incidents.

Iran has rejected a ceasefire proposal from U.S. President Donald Trump, delivered to Tehran by the Prime Minister of Iraq. The failed mediation attempt comes amid ongoing threats from Washington to strike vital Iranian infrastructure.

Charles Kushner, the US Ambassador to France and father of Donald Trump's son-in-law, announced that he will move to Florida. In an interview with the New York Post, he sharply criticized New York City Mayor Zohran Mamdani and his wife, claiming that he is not willing to "pay taxes and live in a city with an overtly antisemitic mayor."