A ship accused by Ukraine of carrying stolen grain is seeking to dock in Turkey after failing to unload in Israel. Ukrainian officials are urging Turkish authorities to reject the shipment.

Republican lawmakers are warning that a network funded by Neville Roy Singham is spreading propaganda aligned with the Chinese Communist Party in the United States. Federal agencies are investigating the flow of millions of dollars to affiliated nonprofit groups.

James Carville warned that anti-Israel activists aligned with Democrats could cost the party politically and contribute to rising antisemitism. He said the loudest voices do not represent most Democrats and called for clearer distinctions between policy criticism and hatred.

The House narrowly blocked a measure to require congressional approval for the war with Iran. A small number of Republicans broke with their party, reflecting growing concerns as the conflict and cease-fire continue.

The United Kingdom government has replaced Palantir’s refugee matching system with an in-house platform, saving millions of pounds annually. Officials say the new system offers greater flexibility, security and control over data.

Trump and Xi met in Beijing for high-profile talks that yielded no major trade deal but reaffirmed an existing truce. Technology tensions and a sharp warning from Beijing over Taiwan underscored the fragile state of relations.

The United Kingdom and France are preparing a defensive naval mission to protect shipping in the Strait of Hormuz amid ongoing tensions with Iran. Analysts say the effort may signal resolve but cannot reopen the vital waterway without a broader political deal.

Tens of thousands marked Jerusalem Day with the annual Flag March through the city. While many celebrated unity and national pride, clashes in the Old City led to 13 detentions.

FC Barcelona distanced itself from Lamine Yamal after he waved a Palestinian flag during a title celebration. The club reassured Israeli fans that the act was spontaneous and not a political statement, while Israel’s defense minister condemned the gesture.

Israel celebrated the 59th Jerusalem Day with a large flag march in the Old City and events nationwide. Tens of thousands participated as police reported an arrest over a suspected planned attack and minor clashes between activists.

Settlers assaulted Peace Now director Lior Amichai during a West Bank tour before authorities detained the activists instead of the attackers. The incident is part of a broader rise in settler violence and criticism of Israeli enforcement policies.

Anat Vidor argues that Israel’s greatest challenge is political maturity, not survival. She calls for mandatory gender parity in leadership, saying greater female representation is essential for national renewal and unity.