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Politics · IsraelHasan Piker comments spark condemnation from Democrats
Influencer Hasan Piker's comments suggesting American Jews could face action for their support of Israel have drawn condemnation from several Democratic lawmakers. Some politicians are calling for stronger disavowals from those who have previously associated with Piker.
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Ofer Winter launches right-wing party Amcha Yisrael
Brig.-Gen. (res.) Ofer Winter launched his new right-wing party, Amcha Yisrael, in Jerusalem on Tuesday. The slate includes Arab-Israeli activist Yoseph Haddad and others affected by the October 7 attacks. Winter stated the upcoming election is a referendum on leadership.
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Media · IsraelVenice Film Festival Adds 'NAZA' Documentary on Israel-Hamas War
The Venice Film Festival has added 'NAZA,' a documentary directed by Yuval Abraham and Rachel Szor, to its main competition. The film, produced by The Guardian and filmmakers behind 'The Zone of Interest,' examines the civilian impact of the Israel-Hamas war.
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Politics · IsraelAltalena shipwreck found off Israeli coast after 78 years
The wreckage of the Altalena, an arms-smuggling boat sunk by Israeli forces in 1948, has been located off the coast of Israel. The discovery was announced by Israeli ministers, marking the end of decades of searching for the vessel.
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Politics · IsraelGuyana's Rodrigues-Birkett leads UN chief vote, Grynspan second
Guyana's Carolyn Rodrigues-Birkett has taken the lead in the second informal vote for UN Secretary-General, surpassing Costa Rica's Rebeca Grynspan. The vote, held by the Security Council, aims to gauge support among candidates to succeed Antonio Guterres.
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Politics · IsraelIsraeli police permit Jewish prayer books at Al-Aqsa Mosque for first time
Israeli police allowed Jewish men to bring full prayer books onto the Temple Mount/Al-Aqsa Mosque compound on 15 August 2026, marking the first official permission for group prayer at the site. Palestinian sources and Israeli officials confirm the shift, which departs from decades of restrictions under the status quo agreement.
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Mladenov and Netanyahu discuss Gaza disarmament plan with Hamas
Nikolay Mladenov, the Board of Peace’s high representative for Gaza, met Benjamin Netanyahu on 3 August 2026 to discuss a disarmament plan agreed with Hamas. All three outlets reporting the meeting quoted Mladenov describing the talks as 'constructive and detailed', but no right-rated outlet covered the story.
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Politics · United StatesJewish students protest NYC Mayor Mamdani's rhetoric outside Gracie Mansion
Hundreds of Jewish students, parents, and alumni gathered outside New York City Mayor Zohran Mamdani's residence to protest his rhetoric regarding Israel and Zionism. The event occurred amid a rise in antisemitic hate crimes in the city.
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Politics · RussiaPutin envoy and AfD prepare talks on Russian gas for Germany
Russia's economic envoy Kirill Dmitriev and Germany's AfD party are preparing to meet next year to discuss resuming Russian gas supplies. The meeting depends on a peace agreement between Russia and Ukraine. Possible locations include Israel, the UAE, or India.
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Media · United StatesPhil Klay named PEN America president amid war rifts
Phil Klay, an award-winning author and Iraq War veteran, has been appointed the new president of PEN America. He succeeds Dinaw Mengestu, who resigned in July following a PEN report on the isolation of Jewish and Israeli writers. The organization has faced internal disagreements related to the Israel-Hamas war.
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Israeli settlers inaugurate synagogue at West Bank settlement
Israeli settlers celebrated the inauguration of a synagogue at the Homesh settlement in the occupied West Bank. Palestinian residents say the settlement restricts their access to farmland, and Israel's Supreme Court has acknowledged some land belonged to them.
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Politics · United KingdomLabour MP apologises after calling for UK military action against Israel
Labour MP Tahir Ali called for the UK to take military action against Israel and for Israel to disarm. He later issued an unreserved apology for his comments and received a formal warning from the Labour Party's chief whip.
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Meloni wishes Modi happy birthday, highlights Italy-India ties
Italian Prime Minister Giorgia Meloni wished Indian Prime Minister Narendra Modi a happy 76th birthday, calling him 'friend' and noting the strengthening bond between their countries. Other world leaders also sent greetings.
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Politics · Middle EastDemocrat Gregory Meeks Holds Up $2.8 Billion Israel Arms Sale
US Representative Gregory Meeks has placed a hold on a $2.8 billion arms sale to Israel, citing concerns about the use of 40,000 bombs in densely populated areas. The Trump administration is planning the sale, which could be bypassed from normal congressional review.
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Politics · United KingdomArgentina seeks to halt Falklands oil development
An Argentine judge has ordered companies to cease oilfield development near the Falkland Islands, escalating a long-standing sovereignty dispute with the UK. The ruling mandates a halt to drilling pending an environmental review, while Argentina also prepares new legal complaints and tougher sanctions.
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Conflict & Security · Middle EastIDF confirms killing of Hamas Rafah Brigade commander Nael Abu Obeid
The Israeli military and Shin Bet confirmed the killing of Nael Abu Obeid, commander of Hamas's Rafah Brigade, in a strike in southern Gaza. He replaced Mohammed Shabana, who was killed in May 2025. Prime Minister Benjamin Netanyahu stated, 'No terrorist is immune, and Hamas will not be in Gaza.'
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Politics · Middle EastSweden expels Iranian embassy official over diplomatic breach
Sweden has expelled an official from Iran's embassy in Stockholm and summoned the country's ambassador. The Swedish foreign ministry cited activities incompatible with the Vienna Convention on Diplomatic Relations as the reason for the expulsion.
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Politics · Middle EastJD Vance: US Middle East policy must not be subservient to Israel
US Vice President JD Vance said American policy in the Middle East cannot be made subservient to Israel. He argued that President Trump has shown a greater willingness than other recent presidents to diverge from Israeli interests when they conflict with American ones.
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Conflict & Security · Middle EastUS plans $2.8bn arms package for Israel including 40,000 bombs
The Trump administration is preparing to sell Israel a $2.8 billion arms package that includes 40,000 heavy aerial bombs. The sale, reported by The Washington Post, involves munitions that have been linked to civilian casualties in Gaza and Lebanon.
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MediaThree acts quit Ed Sheeran tour after Macklemore removed
Three supporting acts have withdrawn from Ed Sheeran's tour following the removal of rapper Macklemore. Macklemore was dropped by tour promoters for pro-Palestinian comments made during a performance. The departing acts cited solidarity with Macklemore and opposition to perceived silencing of voices speaking out against Israeli actions.
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Conflict & Security · Middle EastUS, Israel, Arab military chiefs met in Germany on security
Military leaders from the US, Israel, and eight Arab countries convened in Germany last week for a closed-door meeting. Organized by CENTCOM Commander Admiral Brad Cooper, the summit focused on security cooperation in the Middle East, particularly concerning Iran and Houthi actions in Yemen.
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Malaysia seizes three containers of e-bike parts bound for Israel
Malaysian authorities have seized three containers carrying electric bicycle parts bound for Israel at the Port of Tanjung Pelepas. The seizure is part of Malaysia's restrictions on exports to Israel, with an investigation underway into the contents.
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Fidan Accuses Israel of Destabilizing Syria During Damascus Visit
Turkish Foreign Minister Hakan Fidan accused Israel of seeking to destabilize Syria during a visit to Damascus. Syrian Foreign Minister Asaad al-Shaibani stated Damascus remains committed to a diplomatic solution. The comments followed Israeli strikes on Abu al-Duhur Air Base.
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Politics · United StatesMahmoud Khalil sues Columbia University over alleged harassment and retaliation
Palestinian activist Mahmoud Khalil has filed a lawsuit against Columbia University, alleging the institution failed to protect him and other pro-Palestinian students from harassment and retaliated against them. The suit claims the university's actions led to doxing and Khalil's detention by immigration agents.
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Politics · Middle EastYehuda Aharon Widewski, oldest Holocaust survivor in Israel, dies aged 107
Yehuda Aharon Widewski, recognised as Israel's oldest Holocaust survivor, has died at the age of 107. Born in Poland in 1919, he survived Nazi forced labour and concentration camps, including Auschwitz, before immigrating to Israel. He later returned to Poland to restore Jewish cemeteries.
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Kushner: US leveraged Israel's Doha strike isolation for Gaza deal
Jared Kushner stated the US administration used Israel's international isolation after a September 2025 strike in Doha, Qatar, to pressure the country into accepting a Gaza deal. The strike targeted Hamas leaders and was described by Kushner as a military failure.
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Conflict & Security · Middle EastTwo Palestinians killed in Gaza strike
An Israeli strike on a vehicle in Gaza City on 13 September killed two Palestinians and injured 13, according to medical sources. The incident occurred in the Tel al-Hawa neighbourhood.
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