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A source close to the regime told N12 that, in Damascus' view, the solution is to reach security understandings with Israel. The Syrian Foreign Ministry denies the existence of a formal security agreement but emphasizes the desire for stability. Against the backdrop of tensions, the IDF Chief of Staff visited Syria.

A decision by a federal judge in Washington touches on one of the burning controversies surrounding antisemitism in the US: where the line is drawn between opposition to Israel and harming Jews. The judge refused to accept the claim that attacking a Jewish woman wearing an Israeli flag was merely a protest against Israel: "An assault is not a legitimate form of protest."

Carlson made the claim on his podcast, where he criticizes Israel's attitude toward Christian symbols. Carlson called on Christians in the United States to pay attention to the American administration's policy toward Israel.

Moscow and Kyiv carried out another phase of prisoner exchange, with each side releasing 103 soldiers, mediated by the UAE. The deal joins a series of previous exchanges that have become one of the few coordination channels remaining open between the countries.

During five rounds of talks with the opposition, Delcy Rodriguez's government did not raise the demand for the release of the former president, who is imprisoned in the US and facing drug trafficking charges. The opposition claims that Maduro "simply does not exist at the negotiating table."

At least 30 Palestinians were arrested overnight across the West Bank, according to the Palestinian Prisoners' Club. Simultaneously, police arrested the Minister for Jerusalem Affairs, Ashraf al-Awar, in Silwan following a home search.

The disciplinary court voted by a majority to remove Alfredo Lopez, who served as head of Federal Court No. 4 in the coastal city of Mar del Plata, following a series of repeated antisemitic statements and attacks.

Anti-corruption agencies in Ukraine are conducting a major operation against a "criminal organization" allegedly involving members of parliament and senior officials in the President's Office. The names of the suspects and the details of the offenses have not yet been disclosed, against the backdrop of a series of scandals affecting the circle of President Volodymyr Zelensky.

Russian Ambassador to Israel Anatoly Viktorov stated in an interview with RTVI that Moscow does not view Hamas as a "product of Russian activity," and that ties with the organization are used for humanitarian purposes and hostage releases. He also noted that security cooperation between the two countries remains intact and confirmed his personal acquaintance with the new Mossad chief, Roman...

Tony Greenstein, one of the founders of the "Palestine Solidarity Campaign" in the UK, is accused of calling for support for the "Gaza ghetto uprising" and encouraging the public to welcome the attack in three posts published on the X network on October 7, 2023.

Former Defense Minister Mykhailo Fedorov calls for presidential elections in Ukraine even during the war against Russia: "We are fighting precisely because we want to remain a free European country."

Iranian TV presenter Maryam Qasemi called on viewers to donate money for a reward to anyone who assassinates the US President. According to her, 81 million tomans have been collected so far, an amount equivalent to about $435.

Darlin Graham, who was appointed to fill her brother Lindsey Graham's seat in the Senate and enjoys the support of Donald Trump, admitted during a debate that she is "not so up to date on national security." The audience reacted with boos, and her rival used the moment to attack her lack of experience.

The Florida primaries strengthened candidates identified with Donald Trump and defeated two Republican candidates who stood out for their antisemitic remarks. At the same time, a surprise was recorded on the left, as Democrat Angie Nixon won the race for the Senate.

Natalie Harp, Trump's personal aide, accompanies him almost everywhere and is considered one of the figures closest to him in the White House. Now her brother tells of a rift between them and claims that her connection with the president has become an "unhealthy obsession."

The Hind Rajab Foundation claims an Israeli currently traveling in India was involved in the destruction of civilian property in the Khan Yunis area. Exceptionally, the organization did not release the soldier's name or unit. This is the second such complaint filed in India in less than three months.

Angie Nixon, who calls Israel's actions "genocide" and was considered a fringe candidate, defeated Jewish contender Alex Windman and won the party's nomination for Florida State Senator. In California, Aisha Wahab, against whom the pro-Israel lobby invested millions in an attempt to stop her, is on her way to victory in the special election for Congress.

Following a second conversation this week with Canadian Prime Minister Mark Carney, the US President announced that he is suspending for three days the imposition of 50% tariffs on Canadian imports so that the parties can sign a new agreement.

Against the backdrop of turmoil in the oil market and continued disruptions to shipping routes in the Middle East, the Gulf is no longer waiting for a solution: "You cannot rely on Donald Trump."

Member of Parliament for the New Turkish Party, Melih Meriç, was stabbed in broad daylight near his car. After an argument that escalated into a violent confrontation, the opposition member was taken to the hospital in serious condition, where he underwent emergency surgery. The main suspect is a member of his former party, the Republican People's Party, Saidi Ahmet Keles.

Six months into the war, President Trump finds that Iran's most lethal weapon is the price of fuel. With poll numbers falling and his party panicking ahead of the midterm elections, the president is desperately seeking a victory to end the conflict.

Since the previous meetings, Pyongyang has significantly expanded its nuclear and missile program. US officials estimate that this time it will be even harder to reach a breakthrough.

President Donald Trump has ordered U.S. envoys to cease all negotiations with Iran. According to a CNN report, the White House is pivoting from a strategy of immediate strikes to a policy of gradual 'strangulation' of the Iranian regime.

The suspect, estimated to be 16–20 years old, was documented harassing at least six people near City Hall, likely filming his actions. One woman fled from him in panic and sustained a leg injury. Police have released his photos and are requesting public assistance in identifying him.

At least three people were lightly injured and several buildings sustained damage on Tuesday when a 4.8 magnitude earthquake struck southern Spain. The tremor caused widespread panic among residents, many of whom fled their homes fearing further aftershocks.

FBI data reveals that 2025 was the third-worst year for anti-Jewish hate crimes: 1,528 incidents were directed against Jews, alongside assaults, murders, and hundreds of threats - a 21.2% decrease compared to 2024, but still an abnormal level.

The Trump administration has imposed sanctions against the President of the International Criminal Court, Tomoko Akane, escalating the confrontation with the institution. The move includes asset freezes and financial restrictions against the backdrop of arrest warrants for Benjamin Netanyahu and Yoav Gallant, as well as investigations into the US military.

FBI hate crime data for 2025 points to an exceptional and persistent scope of harm against Jews in the U.S.: despite making up only about 2% of the population, they were the target of 63% of all religion-based hate crimes. In some states, this figure reached 90% or more.

In response to the attack and expulsion of two French diplomats from Tehran, the French Foreign Minister announced that two Iranian diplomats will be expelled from France in the coming days.

Sonia Bellina, a French TikTok creator with over 259,000 followers, went missing, causing concern for her family. Shortly after, she was found dead by a laborer on a French vineyard. The direction of the investigation has not yet been determined.

The Pentagon is analyzing whether to rebuild American bases in the Persian Gulf damaged by Iranian attacks. Alternatives include shifting forces westward, including to Israel, despite US concerns regarding potential espionage.

"One person is imprisoned, but fear creeps into millions of hearts," said Lev Shlosberg, one of the leaders of the only party in Russia that opposes the war in Ukraine.

The Syrian Foreign Minister stated: "It is our right to use nuclear energy for peaceful purposes." Overnight, Israel struck deep inside Syria, dozens of kilometers from the Turkish border.

US President Donald Trump shared a map of the Persian Gulf labeling the Strait of Hormuz as 'new American territory.' Iran continues to threaten that the strait will remain closed until US conditions are met.

In a conversation with N12, Somali MP Abdullahi Hashi Abib tells about the immense influence of Turkey in Somalia, which has become a scene of friction between Israel and Turkey.

Army and police forces have taken to the streets in Malta in an unprecedented enforcement operation against tourists, including passport confiscation and deportation. Residents of the popular Sliema neighborhood clarify that even a military presence will not stop the anarchy as long as party boats, illegal alcohol, and pirate vacation apartments continue to take over the neighborhoods.

The Iranian-backed militia in Yemen threatens to shut down operations in the Bab el-Mandeb Strait area, a critical transit point for global maritime trade.

Tom Barrack, the US envoy to Syria, claims that Israel bombed the runway at the Abu al-Duhur base last night, located just 70 km from Turkey. Israel maintains silence and claims it is not involved in the event. The Syrian Foreign Minister stated that nuclear material will remain under Syrian control, subject to IAEA guarantees. An Israeli source told Fox News that sensitive intelligence was shared...

Blood libel in the heart of the US capital: extremists turned the street opposite the Israeli embassy into a scene of incitement, including signs accusing Israel of murdering children and 'Israeli control over Washington'.

Greece has failed in its attempt to lure leading scientists back to their homeland following the trauma of the economic crisis. This comes after about half a million people left the country during the economic crisis that broke out in Greece in 2008.