Argentine President Javier Milei visited the Western Wall at the conclusion of his trip to Israel. He offered prayers for both nations and received an ancient artifact from the Second Temple period.

German police carried out mass raids against a suspected Syrian trafficking network accused of misusing residency documents. Officers seized cash, documents, and electronic devices while investigating possible organized crime links.

Israel opened its 78th Independence Day with a torch-lighting ceremony in Jerusalem centered on military achievements and national resilience. An alternative event in Tel Aviv highlighted political divisions and renewed calls for an inquiry into the October 7 attack.

United States defense contractors are seeing rising orders as Middle East conflict and global tensions fuel demand for weapons and missile systems. Companies are expanding production capacity amid a proposed record defense budget increase.

President Trump extended a cease-fire with Iran, but negotiations were paused after Tehran failed to respond to American proposals. The United States will maintain its blockade as disputes over Iran's nuclear program and regional tensions persist.

The war in Iran has set off an energy crisis that is hitting Asia’s economies hard, disrupting transport, manufacturing and daily life. Millions could be pushed into poverty as fuel shortages and soaring prices ripple across the region.

Iran has yet to confirm whether it will join new peace talks with the United States as a fragile ceasefire nears its end. Rising tensions, naval incidents, and renewed military threats have cast doubt over the diplomatic process.

A new survey shows Gadi Eisenkot leading the race for opposition leadership, ahead of Naftali Bennett and Yair Lapid. The opposition bloc maintains its overall advantage, while Benjamin Netanyahu holds a narrow edge in prime minister suitability polls.

Eight people have been arrested in London over suspected arson attacks targeting Jewish sites. Police say they are investigating possible use of paid criminal proxies and warn of severe penalties.

Four Israeli children underwent life-saving organ transplants during a coordinated medical effort at Schneider Children's Medical Center. Families and doctors expressed gratitude to the donor's family for their extraordinary act of generosity.

Divers in Eilat Bay spotted five rare manta rays, likely drawn close to shore by abundant plankton. Experts say the sighting highlights both the bay’s ecological importance and the need to protect this vulnerable species.

Personal items from fighters in Gush Etzion during Israel's War of Independence are being publicly displayed for the first time. The traveling school exhibit aims to bring students into direct contact with the region’s history and stories of heroism.