Israel briefly closes Al-Aqsa gate for military drills
Israeli forces briefly closed one of the gates to Al-Aqsa Mosque in occupied East Jerusalem on Tuesday, citing military exercises.
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Wed 15 Jul 2026 at 8:00pm
· Ahmed Yussuf
Power with a heart: Diplomatic women form new circle for disability advocacy
More than twenty ambassadors and diplomatic spouses gathered at Shalva, Israel's National Center for Disabled Children in Jerusalem, for the launch of a new "Diplomatic Ladies Circle," an effort to turn these women into advocates for disability inclusion in their home countries.
· LARA SUKSTER MOSHEYOF
Drone comes down in Iraq's Faw port
A drone came down in Iraq's Faw port without causing any damage, Iraq's state news agency reported, without giving further details.
· Middleeasteye
US strikes kill at least seven at Iranian army base, Tasnim reports
At least seven personnel were killed in US strikes on an Iranian military base in Bampur overnight, Iran's army said, according to Iran's Tasnim news agency.
· Middleeasteye
High Court cancels Land Authority head's appointment due to connection to Smotrich
The High Court of Justice canceled Yehuda Eliyahu’s appointment as head of the Israel Land Authority on Wednesday, setting aside both the government’s decision to appoint him and the search committee’s recommendation that preceded it.
· SARAH BEN-NUN
Trump warns U.S. strikes on Iran could get ‘really bad’ next week with power plants targeted
U.S. military strikes on Iran will intensify next week if Tehran does not cooperate in peace talks in the coming days, U.S. President Donald Trump warned on Tuesday.
· Chloe Taylor
Israel’s Syria policy may shift, following reports of Trump asking to withdraw - analysis
US President Donald Trump may be pressuring Israel to withdraw forces from several areas along the border with Syria, according to a Tuesday Axios report.
· SETH J. FRANTZMAN
Explosions rock south Lebanon as Rome talks with Israel enter second day | The National
Major explosions were reported in the south Lebanese town of Khiam early on Wednesday as Israel and Lebanon began a second day of direct talks in Rome.
· Jamie Prentis
‘They don’t want you there’: Trump tells Netanyahu to leave Syria and Lebanon – Axios
US President Donald Trump has pressed Israeli Prime Minister Benjamin Netanyahu to withdraw Israeli troops from Syria and begin redeploying forces from southern Lebanon, Axios has reported, citing US and Israeli officials.
· RT
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US President Donald Trump has pressed Israeli Prime Minister Benjamin Netanyahu to withdraw Israeli troops from Syria and begin redeploying forces from southern Lebanon, Axios has reported, citing US and Israeli officials.
· RT
Over 800 UK medical workers urge government to act to save Dr Abu Safiya
More than 800 doctors, nurses and medical professionals in the UK have signed an open letter to Foreign Secretary Yvette Cooper, calling for her urgent intervention to secure the release of Dr Hussam Abu Safiya, whose life is at risk after more than 550 days in Israeli captivity.
· Middleeasteye
Most realistic ancient roman faces revealed at Budapest exhibition
History and forensic art come together in Budapest, where visitors examined Roman-era skulls displayed beside realistic facial reconstructions as sculptor Emese Gábor recreated ancient faces using 3D-printed skulls and plasticine. The Aquincum Museum exhibition, titled "Once We Were Like You", features 16 facial rec…
· AfricaNews
Arkia to add new Dreamliner flights, Airbus A330 to Tel Aviv-New York route
Arkia Airlines announced plans to expand and upgrade its Tel Aviv-New York route in response to strong demand, adding flights during August and September and introducing a new wide-body aircraft to the route.
· JERUSALEM POST STAFF
Syria's al-Sharaa tells Trump Israel blocking regional stability by refusing to withdraw - report
Syria's President Ahmad al-Sharaa claimed that Israel was preventing stability in Syria during a discussion with US President Donald Trump, Lebanese outlet Al-Akhbar reported on Wednesday.
· JERUSALEM POST STAFF
US resumes Iran ports blockade as Gulf attacks continue: What’s the latest?
How Iran's southern coast is bearing the brunt of US attacks
· Al Jazeera
Iran vows to keep Hormuz strait closed until the ‘end of America’s evils,’ threatens to block more seaways as Trump reimposes blockade
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· Reuters
Netanyahu will fly to DC on Saturday to attend Lindsey Graham's funeral, meet with President Trump
Prime Minister Benjamin Netanyahu is set to fly to Washington, DC, on Saturday night, Israeli sources told The Jerusalem Post on Wednesday.
· AMICHAI STEIN, JERUSALEM POST STAFF
Watch: US Military Unleashes Suicide Drone-Boat Swarm On Iranian Submarine Facility
Three U.S. Navy-backed Saronic Corsair one-way attack sea drones struck Iran's Bandar Abbas Naval Base on Sunday, according to U.S. Central Command.
· Tyler Durden
Indian engineer confirmed dead after Iranian attack on ship off coast of Oman | The National
The Indian marine engineer who went missing after a commercial ship was attacked by Iran has been confirmed dead, his family said on Wednesday.
· The National
US and Iran trade attacks as Trump threatens to hit civilian infrastructure
The United States has launched another wave of attacks on Iran, striking what it said were military targets along the country’s southern coast and near the Strait of Hormuz, while Tehran claimed fresh attacks on US military facilities across the region as a fragile ceasefire comes under growing strain.
· Caolán Magee
Why the US-Iran escalation over Hormuz will not be the last
There was optimism when the United States and Iran signed a memorandum of understanding (MOU) on 17 June, intended to end the US-Israel-Iran war that began on 28 February and to establish a 60-day negotiating period leading to a final agreement on Iran's nuclear programme.
· Middleeasteye
Iran's Ahmadinejad denies 'Hollywood-style' claims of seeking Israeli-backed return to power | The National
Another senior Iranian figure has found himself at the centre of allegations of links to Israeli intelligence, with former president Mahmoud Ahmadinejad taking the unusual step of publicly denying the claims.
· The National
‘Another nuclear option’: Iran may be ready to play its most dangerous card yet
Beirut: Having choked off shipping through the Strait of Hormuz, Iran has now signalled it could play its most dangerous card yet: using Yemen’s Houthi allies to shut the Bab el-Mandeb gateway to the Red Sea, opening a new front against Washington and putting two of the world’s most vital energy arteries at risk.
· Samia Nakhoul
‘I’m sorry’: Uni of Sydney boss apologises to Jewish students over protest camp
Vice chancellor of Sydney University Mark Scott has apologised about his light-touch approach to a two-month pro-Palestinian campus encampment at the antisemitism royal commission.
· Michael Bachelard
Seoul shares end over 6% higher on tech rally despite Middle East tensions
Seoul shares ended more than 6 percent higher Wednesday, led by gains in technology heavyweights, although persistent tensions in the Middle East remained a key concern for investors. The Korean won rose against the US dollar.
· Yonhap
(2nd LD) Seoul shares end over 6 pct higher on tech rally despite Middle East tensions
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· Choi Kyong-ae
Supreme Court denies house arrest for Chaim Rotter, Bnei Brak man accused of rape, targeting minors
The Supreme Court on Tuesday overturned the decision to release Chaim Rotter, a Bnei Brak resident accused of rape and indecent acts against minors, under house arrest, with the suspect remaining in custody for the time being.
· HODAYA RAN
IDF sentences soldier to five years after spying for Iran, sending images of interceptions
An IDF soldier convicted of spying for Iranian forces throughout 2025 was sentenced to five years in prison by a military court, the IDF announced on Wednesday.
· TZVI JASPER
Philippine real estate sector still resilient mid-year despite ongoing headwinds — Lobien
Halfway through 2026, the Philippine real estate sector is still proving to be resilient despite the economic shocks brought by the Middle East crisis, as well as uncertainties brought about by the recent tumultuous movements in the Senate. The IT-BPM industry has increased its office market share in Metro Manila fr…
· Cora Llamas
(LEAD) Seoul shares end over 6 pct higher on tech rally despite Middle East tensions
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· Choi Kyong-ae
Grenade thrown at Rosh Pina restaurant as attacks against Japanika chain continue
Another grenade was thrown at a Japanika restaurant in Rosh Pina on Wednesday morning, in the latest of a string of violent incidents against branches in the chain.
· TZVI JASPER, ESTHER DAVIS
Germany opposes EU trade embargo on West Bank settlements, freezes latest attack against Israel
The German government made it clear today that any vote by the European Union on a boycott or toughening of trade terms with Jewish settlements in the West Bank requires unanimous agreement from all 27 member states, which significantly reduces the chances of the measure being adopted. EU foreign ministers are gathe…
· ASSAF UNI/GLOBES/TNS
Israelis fear flight cancellations due to Iran, US aircraft parked at Ben Gurion, Israir CEO says
Israelis fear widespread flight cancellations amidst escalating security concerns with Iran, Israir CEO Uri Sirkis explained during an interview on Tuesday with 103FM.
· 103FM
Latest victim of Iranian missile attack dies after three months in hospital in Haifa
A man wounded by an Iranian ballistic missile in April during Operation Roaring Lion has died of his wounds, the Haifa municipality announced on Wednesday.
· TZVI JASPER
Waiting for Hassan: Another Gaza doctor held by Israel without charge
The last time Nadia Almukayed saw her husband, Dr Hassan Khalil Almukayed, was inside the Gaza hospital he had refused to leave.
· Al Jazeera Staff
Seoul shares end over 6 pct higher on tech rally despite Middle East tensions
SEOUL, July 15 (Yonhap) -- Seoul shares ended more than 6 percent higher Wednesday, led by gains in technology heavyweights, although persistent tensions in the Middle East remained a key concern for investors. The Korean won strengthened against the U.S. dollar.
· Choi Kyong-ae
(URGENT) Seoul shares end 6.2 pct higher on tech rally despite Middle East tensions
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· Choi Kyong-ae
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Israeli air strike on home kills four members of the same family
The death toll from an Israeli helicopter air strike early on Wednesday in Deir el-Balah, central Gaza Strip, has risen to four, including a six year-old child.
· Middleeasteye
China's big three airlines lose up to $1.33bn amid Middle East war
A China Southern Airlines Airbus A321 plane is towed at Changi Airport in Singapore: The carrier expects to post the biggest loss among the country's big three. © Reuters
· Staff Writer
Trump's actions in Iran this week show the world he's run out of options
Wed 15 Jul 2026 at 4:00pm
· Laura Tingle
Iran threatens to block more vital seaways as US renews blockade
Red Sea gateway seen as next flashpoint as Trump warns of targeting Iranian energy infrastructure
· Reuters
Iran threatens to block more vital seaways as US renews blockade
Red Sea gateway seen as next flashpoint as Trump warns of targeting Iranian energy infrastructure
· Reuters
Teherán amenaza con frenar exportaciones energéticas de Oriente Medio tras bloqueo de EEUU a Irán
Dolientes corean eslóganes mientras una sostiene una imagen del líder supremo, el ayatolá Moytabá Jamenei en una ceremonia en honor del difunto líder supremo, el ayatolá Ali Jamenei, en la Gran Mezquita del imán Jomeini Mosalla, en Teherán, el 14 de julio de 2026. (AP Foto/Vahid Salemi)
· Jon Gambrell
Sara Netanyahu requests Shin Bet security for her family, regardless of election outcome - report
Sara Netanyahu, wife of Prime Minister Benjamin Netanyahu, requested that lifetime security measures be taken for her and her children, the N12 news site reported on Tuesday.
· TZVI JASPER
US backs Iraq-Syria oil pipeline amid efforts to find alternatives to Strait of Hormuz | The National
The US has supported efforts by Iraq and Syria to revive a crude pipeline between the two countries, a move that could reduce Iran's ability to block oil supplies through the Strait of Hormuz, a State Department official said on Tuesday.
· The National