Jewish youths detained after forcing entry to Temple Mount for shavuot sacrificial ritual
Thirteen youths were arrested on suspicion of breaking onto the Temple Mount premises and attempting to offer a Shavuot sacrifice on Friday.
· JONAH DAVIDOV
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Newest first · UTC+11:00Republican politicians warn Iran ceasefire deal could strengthen Tehran, would be 'disaster'
Republican lawmakers and former Trump administration officials sharply criticized reports of an emerging 60-day ceasefire agreement with Iran, warning that the proposed deal could hand Tehran a strategic victory and undermine the results of the US campaign against the Islamic Republic.
· JERUSALEM POST STAFF
What to Know About the Potential U.S.-Iran Peace Deal
President Trump said on Saturday that the United States was close to reaching an agreement with Iran to end the war and reopen the Strait of Hormuz. He offered few details in a post on social media but said the preliminary agreement had been “largely negotiated.”
· Yan Zhuang
US, Iran inch closer to deal to end the war: What to know
United States President Donald Trump says a possible agreement between Washington and Tehran to end months of war is now “largely negotiated”, raising hopes that tensions in the region could ease after a flurry of diplomatic overtures involving multiple countries.
· Al Jazeera Staff
'I couldn't give my wife one rose': Gaza's flowers trampled by Israel's war | The National
In Gaza, flowers were once part of life.
· Nagham Mohanna
The Middle East war is testing the Gulf's ambitions to become an AI hub
The Gulf's ambition to become a global hub for artificial intelligence is being tested, as the potential for a prolonged conflict in the Middle East raises questions over energy security, infrastructure resilience and investor confidence.
· Emma Graham, Kai Nicol-Schwarz
UK welcomes progress on US-Iran talks
UK Prime Minister Keir Starmer welcomed reports of progress in talks for a potential agreement between Iran and the US.
· Middleeasteye
'His life's mission': Former Tel Aviv city engineer, architect Israel Goodovitch, dies at 92
Architect Israel Goodovitch, former Tel Aviv city engineer, died Friday at the age of 92.
· ELI ASHKENAZI
Rubio labels Iran world leading sponsor of 'terrorism'
US Secretary of State Marco Rubio labelled Iran the top sponsor of "terrorism" across the world.
· Middleeasteye
Averse to political Islam, Egypt cautiously develops ties with post-Assad Syria | The National
Egypt and Syria had for decades been the closest of Arab allies, briefly uniting as one nation more than half a century ago and secretly planning a surprise attack against their common enemy Israel in 1973.
· Hamza Hendawi
Spanish police clash with Gaza flotilla supporters (VIDEO)
Four people were arrested at Spain’s Bilbao Airport after police clashed with supporters of the Global Sumud Flotilla returning from detention in Israel on Saturday.
· RT
READ MORE: Spanish police clash with Gaza flotilla supporters (VIDEO)
Four people were arrested at Spain’s Bilbao Airport after police clashed with supporters of the Global Sumud Flotilla returning from detention in Israel on Saturday.
· RT
Crowds top 10,000 at Hong Kong’s Cheung Chau Bun Festival as parade draws visitors
Several tourists say they came to see Piu Sik parade, where children dressed as deities and Middle Eastern oil moguls are carried on the streets
· Lo Hoi-ying
Crowds top 10,000 at Hong Kong’s Cheung Chau Bun Festival as parade draws visitors
Several tourists say they came to see Piu Sik parade, where children dressed as deities and Middle Eastern oil moguls are carried on the streets
· Lo Hoi-ying
Iran did not win the war, it won something more dangerous - opinion
Over seventy days into the war against Iran, the Islamic Republic is neither defeated, decapitated, nor negotiating from weakness. The most consequential decisions about the next phase of this conflict are being made not in Tehran’s civil government but inside a military institution that neither the United States no…
· AJ JAFF
Two critically injured, unconscious after civilian plane crash in northern Israel
Two men in their 50s were critically injured after a civilian plane crashed near Moshav Tel Adashim, between Nazareth and Afula, in northern Israel, Magen David Adom announced on Sunday morning.
· MIRIAM SELA-EITAM
'Imminent' US-Iran deal not in Tel Aviv's interest, Israeli media says
Israeli media outlets have reported growing concern over an "imminent agreement" between Washington and Tehran, with several commentators suggesting the emerging framework may not align with Israel’s strategic objectives.
· Middleeasteye
Video: Berlin activist says police arrested him again over pro-Palestine pin
A pro-Palestine supporter in Berlin says police arrested him for the third time over a lapel pin that prosecutors and a judge had already returned to him multiple times.
· Middleeasteye
How Chinese traders in Iran are keeping business afloat as war capsizes naval shipping
Extended disruption caused by conflict has prompted Chinese merchants to turn to railway and land transport routes to trade goods
· Mia Nurmamat
How Chinese traders in Iran are keeping business afloat as war capsizes naval shipping
Extended disruption caused by conflict has prompted Chinese merchants to turn to railway and land transport routes to trade goods
· Mia Nurmamat
Pakistan foreign minister hails Trump call as step towards regional peace
Pakistani foreign minister Ishaq Dar said a phone call led by US President Donald Trump with leaders from Pakistan, Saudi Arabia, Turkey, Qatar, Egypt, the United Arab Emirates and Jordan marked a significant step towards regional peace and stability.
· Middleeasteye
The future of Israeli education depends on teaching history, not headlines - opinion
Many dedicated Israel educators believe that keeping pace with the latest headlines from Jerusalem and Gaza delivers a meaningful connection to the Jewish state.
· URI PILICHOWSKI
Iran moves World Cup training camp from Arizona to Mexico amid visa, security concerns
Iran will base their squad in the Mexican border city of Tijuana during this year's World Cup after soccer's world governing body FIFA approved a request to move the training camp from Arizona, the head of Iran's football federation said on Saturday.
· REUTERS
Trump says Iran deal ‘largely negotiated’, dispute over strait reopening
This is AI generated summarization, which may have errors. For context, always refer to the full article.
· Jodesz Gavilan
Iran and Saudi Arabia foreign ministers hold talks on regional tensions
Iranian foreign minister Abbas Araghchi held a phone call with Saudi Arabia's foreign minister Faisal bin Farhan Al Saud on Saturday to discuss diplomatic efforts aimed at reducing regional tensions and preventing further escalation.
· Middleeasteye
Video: Israel kills Palestinian police officers in overnight Gaza strike
Israel killed at least five Palestinian police officers after carrying out overnight airstrike attacks on northern Gaza, according to local authorities and international reports.
· Middleeasteye
Haaretz says Netanyahu’s influence over Trump has declined
Relations between Israeli Prime Minister Benjamin Netanyahu and US President Donald Trump are no longer as strong as they once were, according to the military and security affairs editor of the Israeli newspaper Haaretz.
· Middleeasteye
Trump says agreement with Iran 'largely negotiated,' includes opening strait
WASHINGTON, United States — US President Donald Trump said Saturday a deal with Iran had been "largely negotiated," with the proposal including opening the crucial Strait of Hormuz, though the agreement was "subject to finalization."
· Agence France-Presse
Report: US-Iran deal includes 60-day ceasefire extension
A proposed agreement between Washington and Tehran would extend the current ceasefire by 60 days and reopen the Strait of Hormuz, according to Axios, citing a US official.
· Middleeasteye
Pauline’s Gas Idea, IDF kidnaps & Budget Meltdown | Scam of the Week
by Michael West | May 24, 2026 | Scam of the Week
· Michael West
US-Iran 60 day deal will open Strait of Hormuz, lift oil sanctions, end Lebanon war - report
New details of the potential 60-day ceasefire extension and peace agreement between the United States and Iran were revealed by Axios on Sunday, including what elements of the agreement had been accepted by both parties and which are expected to remain under negotiation.
· JERUSALEM POST STAFF
Iran move World Cup base from US to Mexico
TEHRAN, Iran — Iran are moving their World Cup training base to Mexico after football's world governing body FIFA approved a request to transfer it from Tucson, Arizona, the head of Iran's football federation said on Saturday.
· Agence France-Presse
Timeline of Iran war from strikes that killed Ayatollah Khamenei to deal that capped day of frenzied negotiations
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· Gabrielle Fahmy
Video: Red Cross expands Rafah field hospital amid Gaza crisis
The Red Cross Field Hospital in Rafah is undergoing development and expansion to increase its capacity to provide vital services for Palestinians in southern Gaza.
· Middleeasteye
Shehbaz Sharif says Pakistan ready for next round of negotiations
Pakistani Prime Minister Shehbaz Sharif said on Sunday that Pakistan hopes to host the next round of talks between Iran and the United States in the near future, as Islamabad continues its mediation efforts between the two countries.
· Middleeasteye
Iran has long history of dishonesty about nuclear program
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· Kathianne Boniello, Christian Falcone
Israelis win gold, silver at iQFOiL European windsurfing championship
There was enormous satisfaction in the Sailing Association following the fantastic achievement on Saturday evening at the iQFOiL Open European Championships, as Hebrew media reported that windsurfer Tamar Steinberg won gold and Shahar Tibi finished behind her with the silver medal.
· YANIV TOCHMAN
Freed Gaza flotilla activists allege Israeli abuse including rape, torture - report
Activists on the Global Sumud Flotilla, which was intercepted by Israeli forces en route way to Gaza, were allegedly beaten, tortured, and sexually assaulted while in detention, according to CNN, citing Palestinian legal aid group Adalah, which collected testimony from the activists.
· JERUSALEM POST STAFF, REUTERS
Ben-Gvir harassment of GSF activists embarrasses Israel, gave them what they wanted - editorial
It is not difficult to find hostile actors across international media, anti-Israel activists, and foreign governments eager to exacerbate the reputational damage Israel has suffered since October 7, 2023, and the subsequent wars that ensued, using it as a tool to further isolate Israel, regardless of its actions.
· JPOST EDITORIAL
Iran says it pursues diplomacy with dignity and strength
Iran’s deputy foreign minister, Kazem Gharibabadi, said Tehran remains committed to what he described as “peace with power” and “diplomacy with dignity”, while defending the country’s sovereignty and territorial integrity.
· Middleeasteye
Iran agrees to give up ‘nuclear dust’ stockpile in deal with Trump: report
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· David Spector
'Agents of Change': American Jews and the transformation of Israeli Judaism - review
What impact have American Jews had on the practice of Judaism in Israel? The answer to that question is the focus of Adam S. Ferziger’s latest book, Agents of Change: American Jews and the Transformation of Israeli Judaism. Ferziger is a noted scholar of Orthodox Jewish culture in the United States and Israel, as we…
· ALAN ROSENBAUM
Gunman Dead, Bystander Wounded After Large Shootout With Secret Service Near White House, Trump Safe
After a very busy day in Washington and at the White House, given the Saturday flurry of diplomatic activity over the announcement of a tentative Iran peace deal, but which is still awaiting word and some details from Tehran, a deadly shooting erupted just outside the White House, resulting in a massive security and…
· Tyler Durden
Dozens Of Nations Scramble For World Bank Financing Amid Iran War Global Shock
Twenty-seven countries have moved to activate emergency World Bank financing mechanisms since the US-Israeli war on Iran began in late February, Reuters reported Friday.
· Tyler Durden
NYT outlines details of US-Iran agreement, assets release tied to nuclear accord
A proposed agreement between Washington and Tehran would require Iran to give up its stockpile of highly enriched uranium, according to a report by The New York Times citing US officials.
· Middleeasteye
S. Korea's Middle East crude imports down 37 pct in April amid tensions
SEOUL, May 24 (Yonhap) -- South Korea's imports of crude oil from the Middle East slipped 37 percent in April from a year earlier amid prolonged geopolitical tensions in the region, data showed Sunday.
· Kang Yoon-seung
Middle East tensions complicate Beijing’s push to curb China solar overcapacity
Energy-security fears are slowing Beijing’s solar capacity cuts, deepening a ‘fight to the death’ among manufacturers trapped in a price war
· Peggy Ye
Middle East tensions complicate Beijing’s push to curb China solar overcapacity
Energy-security fears are slowing Beijing’s solar capacity cuts, deepening a ‘fight to the death’ among manufacturers trapped in a price war
· Peggy Ye
Former Israeli minister accuses Netanyahu of humiliating Israel
Former Israeli defence minister Avigdor Lieberman accused Prime Minister Benjamin Netanyahu of turning Israel into a “banana republic” amid growing criticism of US-led efforts to reach an agreement with Iran.
· Middleeasteye