Kazakhstan is becoming a popular and affordable travel spot for Israelis, offering alpine landscapes and modern cities just six hours from Tel Aviv. The country's recent ties with Israel are making it an even more attractive destination.

Israel has started work on a seventeen billion dollar metro project in Tel Aviv, involving thousands of workers and extensive tunneling. The project faces challenges from security concerns and international tensions.

A seven-year-old boy in Jerusalem has died from measles, becoming the ninth fatality in the current outbreak. Health officials urge prompt medical care and vaccination, as rates have risen sharply in affected areas. Residents in outbreak zones are advised to avoid large gatherings and seek vaccination.

Moshe Gafni rebuked Itamar Ben Gvir and Avigdor Liberman for alleging a political deal with Arab lawmakers over a bill on the death penalty for terrorists. Degel HaTorah has announced its opposition to the bill, while other ultra-Orthodox factions remain undecided.

Female combat soldiers told lawmakers about gender-specific trauma issues, calling for dedicated recovery centers and better support. The committee requested more information on how treatment differs for women. The discussion follows a rise in post-traumatic stress cases among troops since the war began.

Israel seeks to confiscate 50 boats used in Gaza flotillas, alleging Hamas involvement in their funding and coordination. Authorities say the vessels aimed to breach the naval blockade and were intercepted by the navy. The case is now before the Haifa District Court.

Saudi Arabia has reiterated it will only normalize ties with Israel if there is a credible path to Palestinian statehood. Talks with the United States are expected to focus on defense cooperation rather than diplomatic breakthroughs. A limited security pact is being negotiated, with normalization prospects remaining uncertain.

President Trump will host Syrian President Ahmed al-Sharaa at the White House in a historic meeting focused on peace, counterterrorism, and economic cooperation. The U.S. plans to ease sanctions as Syria joins the fight against ISIS, sparking debate over the risks and opportunities of renewed engagement.

Mansour Abbas left an interview after refusing to answer questions about Hamas. He later clarified his position on Gaza's future, supporting international involvement and peace efforts.

A bill granting police more power to investigate suspected incitement without state attorney oversight has advanced to final votes in the Knesset. Supporters say it will help fight terrorism, but critics warn it threatens free speech and could lead to abuse.

John Torode has spoken out after being removed from his cooking show role, saying he is moving on and has nothing to prove. His comments follow a period of turmoil at the broadcaster, including the exit of his co-host Gregg Wallace and the resignation of its director-general.

The BBC faces turmoil after its top leaders resigned over a scandal involving the editing of a Donald Trump speech. Deborah Turness has rejected Trump's claims of corruption, while calls for reform and debate over the broadcaster's impartiality continue.