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Far-right activist Laura Loomer, who previously justified the Russian invasion, visited Kyiv and interviewed President Volodymyr Zelensky. She admitted to being misled by Russian propaganda and expressed regret for her past rhetoric.

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.

Geert Wilders arrived for a tour of the reviving settlement against the backdrop of the Dutch government's decision to boycott products from Judea and Samaria. During the visit, the plan to establish 19 settlements in northern Samaria was presented to him.

Europe continues to battle massive wildfires. In Spain and France, hundreds of thousands have been evacuated as an abnormal heatwave sweeps across the continent, leading to record temperatures and casualties.

More than 1,100 signatures, including 300 from victims' families, have been collected against New York City Mayor Zohran Mamdani's participation in the 25th anniversary 9/11 ceremony. Protesters criticize his record, claiming he failed to fully acknowledge the horror of the events and has ties to individuals who justified the attacks.

Globes presents a daily short review of interesting news from the global media about Israel. This time: Iran-China trade volume dropped by 75% due to the Hormuz closure, US arms deals with Gulf states are at a peak, and Trump seeks to distance Saudi Arabia from China and Russia.

Despite US claims that 92% of Iran's missile arsenal was destroyed, Tehran has hit nine American bases, firing over 60 missiles at Jordan. Experts warn of Iran's high combat readiness and the risk of further escalation.

The typhoon reached the coast in Guangdong province, bringing strong winds and heavy rains. Authorities declared the highest level of alert for flash floods in several provinces.

Incumbent President Luiz Inácio Lula da Silva is running against Flávio Bolsonaro, who has the support of Netanyahu and Trump and has promised to continue the legacy of his imprisoned father.

The US President has approved a historic agreement granting Saudi Arabia a civilian nuclear program, allowing for uranium enrichment on its territory with minimal oversight. According to Donald Trump, the deal is conditional upon Saudi Arabia joining the Abraham Accords. Michal Yaari of Ben-Gurion University analyzes the implications for regional containment of Iran and the prospects for...

The new administration in Caracas officially notified the UN Secretary-General of its withdrawal, accusing the ICC of "geographic bias." The US State Department welcomed the move and harshly attacked the court in The Hague, calling on other member states to withdraw.

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.

Hundreds of thousands were celebrating in the German capital when a vehicle sped toward the crowds. The parade was cancelled, and police arrested the driver.

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.

Trump calls bin Salman "my friend," but in March of this year, during a speech at an investment forum in Miami, the US President claimed that bin Salman "kisses my ass." Bin Salman remained silent and his advisors were ordered not to respond. After the visit of the presidents of Syria and Lebanon to the White House, Trump's advisors called Riyadh and ordered their counterparts to start planning...

A massive fire broke out Friday night at the tomb complex of the founder of the Chabad Hasidic movement, Rabbi Schneur Zalman (the "Baal HaTanya"), in the Ukrainian city of Hadiach. The blaze completely destroyed the central building and the synagogue.

President Volodymyr Zelensky reported strikes on vessels used for military cargo shipments related to Iran, as well as a warship. Tehran confirmed that one commercial vessel was damaged and a crew member killed, labeling the attack an "act of aggression that threatens to further expand the scope of the war."

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.

For the first time in two weeks, an unusual silence was recorded on the ground tonight, and no American attacks were carried out in Iran. Iranian television broadcast a propaganda report from the shores of the Strait of Hormuz, but behind the belligerent messages, Tehran is deeply concerned about an American commando raid on the underground nuclear facility at Mount Makush. Here are the latest...

Peruvian OnlyFans model Raisa Huaslin Martinez Cupa, 34, was found lifeless on Thursday in an apartment in Lima. The police officers summoned to the scene found the adult son of the building's owner next to her body. The police estimate that this is a murder, and the building owner's son has been arrested as the prime suspect.

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.

Two buses collided on the road between Deir ez-Zor and Palmyra, causing one to catch fire. 30 people were injured, including security personnel. Helicopters were dispatched for medical evacuation, and hospitals have been placed on high alert.

Large-scale protests in India, led by the satirical "People's Cockroach Party," have achieved a major victory as Education Minister Dharmendra Pradhan resigned. The movement was sparked by a massive exam leak scandal that affected two million students and led to several suicides.

Russia is deeply mired in the war in Ukraine, suffering heavy casualties and facing economic strain. However, according to a strategic document by the Atlantic Council, Vladimir Putin is not stopping. The West fears he may attempt to break the stalemate by provoking a crisis on NATO territory to prove that the mutual defense clause is merely an illusion.

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 a long speech at the White House Correspondents' Dinner, the US President attacked the media and claimed that without him, their "business model" would collapse. The President jokingly announced his intention to run for a fourth term, contrary to the 22nd Amendment to the Constitution. Trump also joked about the need for term limits in Congress, a joke that was met with silence from the hall.

US President Donald Trump announced a trade investigation into the European Union. He accused European authorities of "robbing" American companies and pledged to impose retaliatory tariffs in response to fines levied against Big Tech.

Three months after the annual White House Correspondents' Dinner was canceled due to a shooting, Donald Trump attended the renewed gala. The President shook hands with journalists he had previously sued and delivered a speech filled with biting jokes about his political opponents and the media.

The UN warns of a humanitarian catastrophe in El-Obeid, Sudan. Drone attacks during the day have forced residents to collect water at night, making them targets for sexual violence. UN Women reports that aid budget cuts have left survivors with little to no access to essential services.

António Guterres will be the first UN Secretary-General to visit the country since the outbreak of the war in 2011. He will meet with President Ahmad al-Sharaa, address the new parliament, and reach the buffer zone between Israel and Syria.

US President Donald Trump stated that Iran is interested in reaching a deal with the American administration, but assessed that Tehran is not yet ready for it. He reiterated that Iran must not possess nuclear weapons.

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.

After years of attacking Ukraine and echoing messages from the Kremlin, Laura Loomer stood before Volodymyr Zelensky in Kyiv and admitted: "I was misled." The two spoke about Vladimir Putin, Donald Trump, Tucker Carlson, Iran, and the war for public opinion.

Monday marked a significant day for the Democratic Party as it held primaries that may be the last of the current election cycle. The Channel 13 News team followed the event alongside Yaya Fink and Naama Lazimi.

Emirati analyst Amjad Taha claimed that 17 countries have evacuated embassy staff from Tehran and called on European nations to grant the U.S. access to their bases: "The EU needs to show the same courage as Bulgaria."

The UN committee defined the ancient city in Samaria and the Beaufort fortress as "heritage sites in danger," citing "ongoing conflicts in the Middle East." The Israeli Foreign Ministry criticized the move: "Ignoring clear historical facts and the reality on the ground."

Following a series of massive fines on Google, Apple, Meta, and Amazon, the US President is threatening an immediate trade investigation and a "significant" tariff on the European Union.

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.