The US State Department has shut down its office that addressed misinformation from Russia, China, and Iran, citing restrictions on freedom of speech and wasteful spending.

US envoy Adam Boehler confirms that his offer to Hamas for the release of an Israeli-American hostage was coordinated with Israel.

Russian President Vladimir Putin met with freed hostage Sasha Troufanov at the Kremlin, expressing gratitude to Hamas and pledging to work towards the release of others still in captivity.

The Shin Bet has investigated over 20 incidents of classified information leaks, highlighting the erosion of boundaries between national security and politics in Israel.

A Passover Seder in the Dominican Republic highlights the rich Sephardi-Portuguese heritage in the Caribbean and calls for future action to honor the past and create economic opportunities.

Netanyahu's hopes for an Oval Office strategy session on destroying Iran's nuclear facilities were dashed when Trump announced negotiations with Iran on a nuclear agreement without Israel. Additionally, Trump is preparing to sign a nuclear cooperation agreement with Saudi Arabia, which will not be tied to diplomatic relations with Israel, a top priority for Netanyahu.

The US IRS is considering removing Harvard University's tax-exempt status following President Trump's threat to do so.

Scientists have found strong evidence of possible life on an alien planet by detecting the chemical fingerprints of gases produced by biological processes on Earth.

Cody Balmer was arrested for setting fire to the Pennsylvania Governor's Mansion, allegedly motivated by the crisis in the Middle East. Mental health issues may have played a role in his actions. The mansion suffered significant damage.

Putin meets freed Russian Gaza hostages, credits ties with Palestinians for their release and expresses support for a two-state solution in the Middle East conflict.

President Trump has chosen diplomacy over military action, waving off Israeli plans to strike Iranian nuclear sites in favor of negotiating a deal with Tehran to limit its nuclear program.

Lebanon has banned Disney's 'Snow White' remake due to the film's Israeli star, Gal Gadot, who is an activist for her country.