Israeli tourism to Azerbaijan is booming, with record increases in visitors and spending. Baku plans to double flights to Tel Aviv as officials promote the country as a safe, multicultural, and adventurous destination.

A secret Pentagon war game revealed surprising weaknesses in American strategy against Iran, challenging assumptions about U.S. military dominance. The findings continue to influence planning as tensions rise.

A woman in Kibbutz Hanaton was attacked by masked burglars who broke into her home and held a knife to her neck. She described the incident as terrifying and expressed concern over increasing violence in the area.

The Tel Aviv Stock Exchange opened February with strong gains, led by Teva and insurance stocks. Key indices reached record highs, while Camtek and Nova shares fell sharply.

Israel has ordered Doctors Without Borders to end its activities in Gaza, citing security concerns and alleged links to terrorist groups. The government says humanitarian aid will continue through other approved organizations.

Documents claim Jeffrey Epstein managed wealth for Vladimir Putin and Robert Mugabe, and facilitated meetings with Russian officials. Intelligence sources allege he operated a global blackmail operation on behalf of Russian interests. The files detail Epstein's ties to international espionage and elite figures.

Prime Minister Keir Starmer has urged Peter Mandelson to resign from the House of Lords over his ties to Jeffrey Epstein. Mandelson has also left the Labour Party and faces calls to testify in the United States. Cabinet ministers say he has a moral duty to help Epstein's victims.

A Palestinian technocratic committee will enter Gaza this week to manage daily affairs, officials say. The group will cross through Rafah, which reopened for pedestrians today.

Only a handful of Gazans in need of urgent medical care have crossed into Egypt after the Rafah crossing's limited reopening. Aid groups warn that the current pace is far below what is needed to address the medical crisis. The process remains slow and heavily dependent on political decisions.

FIFA chief Gianni Infantino opposes bans on Russia and Israel in football and defends giving Donald Trump the FIFA Peace Prize. He argues that football should unite people, not be subject to political sanctions.

Israel has reopened the Rafah border crossing with limited daily crossings as part of a ceasefire plan for Gaza. Other global stories include Pakistan's anti-polio campaign and developments in Syria, Japan, and the United Kingdom.

President Trump and Colombian President Petro meet at the White House after months of heightened tensions. Their summit aims to address drug trafficking, trade, and security cooperation. The outcome could reshape relations between the two countries.