Eisenkot open to Netanyahu joining Israel’s next government
Israel's president officially tasks the opposition leader with forming a new government.
· Al Jazeera Staff
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Israel’s politicians must put national unity before personal ambition - opinion
What remains to be seen is whether our political leaders have the courage to put the country and national responsibility before personal ambition and ego.
· MARC TOBIN
IDF uncovers weapons caches next to humanitarian aid boxes, near UN posts in southern Lebanon
During operations by the 'Oded' (9th) Brigade Combat Team in the area of Meiss El Jabal, Israeli forces found Kalashnikov rifles, RPG launchers and rockets, and more.
· JERUSALEM POST STAFF
Defense establishment shocked by Trump's Israel aid cut off, details unclear, sources tell 'Post'
Until clarity emerges, both US government and private-sector officials may take unilateral action to freeze certain weapons transfers or approvals.
· YONAH JEREMY BOB
Philly ‘Kristallnacht’ protests at Jewish-owned businesses drowned out, shouted down by huge crowds
Dozens of pro-Palestinian bikers boycotting Jewish-owned businesses in Philadelphia on the eve of the Kristallnacht anniversary were drowned out by a massive pro-Israeli crowd on Sunday.
· Steven Vago, Ronny Reyes
Hundreds of thousands join Amsterdam’s ‘Red Line’ protest against Israel
Protesters seek stricter trade restrictions on Israel and a halt to all arms sales.
· Al Jazeera Staff
'They were calling Hamas heroic': Canadian Muslim student explains her post-October 7 Zionism
From losing her father to murder at 16 to watching her classmates cheer October 7, Canadian Muslim Raihanna Adira speaks on her Zionism, her faith, and fighting hate on campuses.
· JERUSALEM POST PODCASTS
Avraham Saide: The 100th anniversary of British-Palestinian passport No. 1
Avraham Saide grew up wearing a Turkish fez before donning a British trilby, and obtaining, upon request, the first known passport issued during the British Mandatory rule.
· ILAN SADE
Israel threatens Iran yet again
Israel’s mission against Iran is unfinished, Defense Minister Israel Katz has said, accusing Tehran of reviving nuclear weapons ambitions Read Full Article at RT.com
· RT
Iran executes 3 more men over January protests, judiciary says
Iranian authorities executed three men on Sunday on charges linked to January 2026 protests, the judiciary said, after what rights groups described as an unfair trial. Norway-based Iran Human Rights (IHR) said the hangings at dawn of Hassan Divband, Hamid Kazemi and Reza Zanganeh in the city of Karaj outside Tehran …
· Agence France-Presse
Today’s Report From Gaza
8 November 2026, posted by Eric Zuesse. (All of my recent articles can be seen here.) https://jehadmalaka.substack.com/p/gazas-winter-a-war-without-end-and “Gaza’s Winter: A War Without End and Shelters That Offer No Protection: As flash floods sweep through refugee camps, a single storm exposes the catastrophic rea…
No to the war against the haredim, yes to Israel’s security - opinion
Israel’s reservists are carrying an enormous burden, while sanctions have failed to deliver a breakthrough in haredi enlistment. A three-year legislative framework could replace confrontation.
· ELI PALEY
A-G Baharav-Miara says no evidence foreign interference could have changed Knesset election results
Gali Baharav-Miara said decisions on whom to investigate are professional and equal, adding that any new information would be examined in accordance with the law.
· JERUSALEM POST STAFF
Singapore Airlines unveils $1.6bn cabin revamp with giant double bed
Carrier upgrades premium offering as it competes with Middle Eastern rivals
· Staff Writer
Iran condemns ‘Saudi aggression’ after dozens killed in attack on Taiz market
Iran condemns ‘Saudi aggression’ after dozens killed in attack on Taiz market Iran condemned “Saudi aggression” in Yemen on Sunday after an air strike on a market in Taiz killed dozens of civilians. In a statement posted on X, Iran's foreign ministry called for “an immediate halt to military attacks, a complete end …
· Middleeasteye
Tens of thousands of Dutch protesters take to Amsterdam streets to support Palestinians
Tens of thousands of people dressed in red thronged the streets of Amsterdam on Sunday to denounce ongoing violence against Palestinians in Gaza, carrying signs reading “Stop the Genocide”. Organisers said some 20,000 people attended the “red line” protest, demanding that the Dutch government take action against Isr…
· Agence France-Presse
Israeli forces release Palestinian journalist Abou Shhadeh
Abed Abou Shhadeh says his detention was part of Israel's political measures 'to intimidate Arab society as a whole'.
· Al Jazeera Staff
Jovem hasteia bandeira palestina no Parlamento alemão
Grupo que protesta contra a guerra de Israel na Faixa de Gaza reivindicou autoria da ação. Jovem de 22 anos foi detido e será investigado por suspeita de "difamar o Estado".
· Redação DW
Israel president taps Eisenkot to form government
JERUSALEM — Israeli President Isaac Herzog said Saturday night that he was giving opposition candidate Gadi Eisenkot the first opportunity to form a governing coalition following elections on Oct. 27.
· Associated Press
'Iron Gate plan is merely wordplay': Iran mocks US military initiative to disrupt supply routes
'Iron Gate plan is merely wordplay': Iran mocks US military initiative to disrupt supply routes Iran's Islamic Revolutionary Guard Corps (IRGC) has dismissed a new US military initiative to restrict the movement of goods through Iran's land borders and the Caspian Sea as “merely wordplay”, as tensions over shipping …
· Middleeasteye
Israel kills two Palestinians in attack on Gaza's Khan Younis
Israel kills two Palestinians in attack on Gaza's Khan Younis Israeli bombardment of southern Gaza's Khan Younis city has killed two people, including a woman, Wafa reports citing a medical source. According to the source, the attack struck a group of civilians near the Taiba Towers, in the city's west, resulting in…
· Middleeasteye
'Iron Gate plan is merely wordplay': Iran mocks US military initiative to disrupt supply routes
'Iron Gate plan is merely wordplay': Iran mocks US military initiative to disrupt supply routes Submitted by MEE staff on Sun, 11/08/2026 - 13:34 Centcom has announced a US initiative to establish Task Force Iron Gate through Iran's land routes and the Caspian Sea A man holds portraits of Iran’s late leaders Ruholla…
· Middleeasteye
The US wants to cut off Iran’s access to weapons via its land borders, will this work? - analysis
The move comes as the US Rewards for Justice program is also offering millions for information on Iran’s nuclear program.
· SETH J. FRANTZMAN
Why Iran’s Caspian Sea trade route matters - analysis
How the US will implement its new policy in the Caspian remains unclear. In addition, countries on the Caspian may be wary of seeing the war spread to the sea.
· SETH J. FRANTZMAN
What is Liberman's 2018 haredi draft plan, and could it break the coalition deadlock? - explainer
Liberman's 2018 haredi draft plan is back in focus. How does it compare to Bismuth's bill on recruitment quotas, sanctions, and IDF manpower needs?
· ANNA BARSKY
Tel Aviv man accused of stealing from yeshiva, denies recognizing himself in footage
Roy Cohen, a Tel Aviv resident in his 40s with 14 previous convictions, allegedly broke into a yeshiva on Rothschild Boulevard and stole tefillin worth NIS 25,000, cash, and other valuables.
· JERUSALEM POST STAFF
Israeli envoy rejects claims of plot to steal Mexico's water, infiltrate indigenous schools
Magen also alleged that the campaign is being exploited by various actors to "promote hatred, delegitimize Israel, and damage its good relations with Mexico."
· MATHILDA HELLER
How I would spend $1 billion on the future of Israel and world Jewry - comment
After elections in Israel and America, a three-year pilot could turn concern for the Jewish world into political responsibility.
· ZVIKA KLEIN
'Smoke blanketing the strait': Iran steps up campaign of threats to shipping | The National
Tankers burn in Gulf with IRGC claiming at least 12 ships have hit mines in past week
· Tim Stickings
Israel: Líder da oposição incumbido de formar Governo
Gadi Eisenkot, líder da oposição ao primeiro-ministro cessante Benjamin Netanyahu, foi hoje oficialmente incumbido de formar o próximo Governo de Israel. Eisenkot terá 42 dias para apresentar uma proposta de executivo.
· Redação DW África
COGAT rejects Hamas allegations of unpreparedness for winter rain, says 91,000 new tents delivered
Officials stated that 91,000 new tents, waterproof tarps, and 9,000 truckloads of clothing and blankets were among the equipment delivered to Gaza to offset the flood damage.
· AMIR BOHBOT
Anti-Druze incitement doubles after Israeli elections, pushed by stolen vote conspiracists - report
Online hate speech against the Druze increased by 106% from Oct. 27 until Oct. 30, when activity peaked because some Right-wing conspiracists began claiming that the election was stolen.
· CORINNE BAUM
Shas head Arye Deri withdraws from party list, will not be in 26th Knesset - report
Shas leader Arye Deri announces he won’t serve in the 26th Knesset, days after rabbis rejected his resignation.
· JERUSALEM POST STAFF, SHIR PERETS
WATCH: Eisenkot receives mandate from Herzog to form new government at President's Residence
Eisenkot received the backing of both Arab parties, Ra’am and the Joint List, although their recommendations do not commit them to ultimately joining his coalition.
· KESHET NEEV
Netanyahu is not Thatcher, but both faced the same problem: When to leave - opinion
War has often been used as a politician’s device – either to distract from internal issues or to hope the public will not want to change leaders at a time of uncertainty.
· NIGEL LITHMAN
Houthis claim attack on Saudi Arabia's King Khalad airport
Houthis claim attack on Saudi Arabia's King Khalad airport The Houthis have claimed an attack on the King Khalid International Airport and Saudi Aramco oil storage tanks. The latest alleged attacks follow a previous strike on the kingdom's financial centre in Riyadh, also claimed by the Houthis, that eyewitnesses sa…
· Middleeasteye
‘Spiritual darkness’: US ambassador to Israel says critics of Iran war are blinded by Satan
‘Spiritual darkness’: US ambassador to Israel says critics of Iran war are blinded by Satan US Ambassador to Israel Mike Huckabee has drawn criticism after saying that critics of US war on Iran are "in spiritual darkness" and claiming that those who disagree with intervention have been blinded by Satan. Huckabee's c…
· Middleeasteye
Netanyahu’s rival will have first shot at becoming Israel’s new prime minister — despite lackluster election result
"Now is the time to form a national emergency government. I will do everything I can to ensure we are worthy," Eisenkot wrote on X.
· Reuters
US aims to cut off Iran’s transport of advanced weapons: What we know
As fears of an escalation grow, Washington announces 'Task Force Iron Gate'.
· Urooba Jamal
Iran-backed Iraqi militias may lash out amid increased pressure from US - analysis
Iran-backed militias in Iraq have played a central role in expanding Tehran’s influence in the country, particularly through their involvement in the Popular Mobilization Forces (PMF).
· SETH J. FRANTZMAN
Great battles return between Mossad, IDF over Iran, sources tell 'Post'
In June 2025 and in early 2026, both the IDF and the Mossad were in favor of striking Iran with major operations. The sides began to disagree over the goals of the early 2026 operation.
· YONAH JEREMY BOB
Houthis claim attack on Riyadh financial centre
Houthis claim attack on Riyadh financial centre Houthis on Sunday claimed responsibility for an attack on the financial district of the Saudi capital, Riyadh, that eyewitnesses said caused damage to a skyscraper belonging to oil giant Aramco. "The Yemeni Armed Forces, with the help of Allah Almighty, carried out fou…
· Middleeasteye
Vance blames the Iran war, but diplomacy was the real failure - opinion
The Iran war did not fail because Israel pushed for it. It failed when Washington abandoned its objectives and gave Tehran time to survive.
· PESACH WOLICKI
Foreign nationals face possible deportation after arrest in West Bank alongside Palestinians
According to a police statement, the incident occurred on Saturday after authorities received a report of a disturbance in the Samaria region.
· HODAYA RAN
Iran executes three men for 'armed unrest' after January protests
It is claimed Hassan Dioband, Hamid Kazemi and Reza Zanganeh were part of anti-government protests earlier this year.
· Bbcnews
‘Spiritual darkness’: US ambassador to Israel says critics of Iran war are blinded by Satan
‘Spiritual darkness’: US ambassador to Israel says critics of Iran war are blinded by Satan Submitted by MEE staff on Sun, 11/08/2026 - 10:32 Remarks made during an October podcast resurfaced after the US midterm elections, drawing criticism over Huckabee's characterisation of war opponents US Ambassador to Israel M…
· Middleeasteye
Could Iraq’s Kurdish region return to two separate administrations?
A political impasse between the KRG and PUK threatens to break up the semiautonomous northern region.
Who are the Antideutsche, Germany's pro-Israel anti-fascist left-wing group? - explainer
On January 17, about 1,400 people took part in a pro-Palestinian demonstration in Leipzig. Between 1,600 and 2,000 people attended the protest in solidarity with Israel.
· NINA POGREBNAYA
Liberman defends haredi compromise amid coalition talks, vows not to abandon IDF draft principles
"Being willing to compromise does not mean giving up values and principles," Liberman said, responding to criticism of his previous statements that he would be flexible about a haredi draft law.
· SHIR PERETS
Riyadh financial district targeted, Aramco skyscraper damaged
An Aramco building in Riyadh was targeted in an "attempted attack", the Saudi energy ministry said on Sunday, with eyewitnesses telling AFP the skyscraper sustained damage, after the Saudi-led coalition fighting Yemen's Houthis said it had intercepted missiles launched by the group. Aramco facilities and infrastruct…
· AFP