Israel has reversed a law banning settlements in the northern West Bank, allowing families to return to Sa‑Nur. The site was evacuated in 2005 and will soon see renewed civilian presence.

A British man has been identified after verbally attacking a Jewish child at a Paris airport, hurling antisemitic insults and threats. The incident was recorded and shared online, sparking outrage.

Israeli soldiers report frustration as they witness Hamas rebuilding and planting explosives but are limited in their response without higher approval. Troops are gathering intelligence but can only act in specific, approved cases.

Prime Minister Netanyahu said the October 7 inquiry commission will have equal representation from the coalition and opposition. The commission will be independent and include experts and bereaved parents as observers.

US Ambassador Mike Huckabee warned that Iran may not have fully understood the US message after strikes on its nuclear sites. Iran insists its missile program is defensive, while Israel remains concerned about renewed nuclear and missile activities. Tensions continue amid conflicting reports of missile launches and talk of further military action.

Three Israelis were lightly injured and two Palestinians seriously hurt in a violent clash near the Almon settlement in the West Bank. The incident involved stone-throwing and retaliatory gunfire, and police have launched an investigation.

The Israeli military has finished its investigations into the October 7 attack and will now implement the lessons learned. Leadership says these lessons will guide future strategy and growth.

Mayor-elect Zohran Mamdani will be sworn in by Letitia James and Bernie Sanders on January 1. The inauguration is expected to be larger than previous events and marks a shift toward progressive leadership in New York City.

The Tel Aviv Stock Exchange saw gains led by Teva and Bezeq, while Next Vision fell sharply. Major indices closed higher and trading volumes were strong.

American troops remain deployed in Syria, Iraq, Somalia, Yemen, and South America under missions that began decades ago and were never formally ended. Despite reduced visibility and smaller deployments, U.S. forces continue to face threats and conduct operations in these regions.

Prime Minister Benjamin Netanyahu is defending a proposed politically appointed commission to investigate the October 7 Hamas attack, despite criticism and calls for an independent inquiry. The plan has sparked debate over the commission's impartiality and public trust.

Hamas allies have condemned the Palestinian Authority's decision to change how prisoner payments are distributed, calling it a betrayal. The move has sparked criticism from various factions and led to protests in the West Bank.