US sanctions International Criminal Court president, top lawyer The sanctions come a month after Secretary of State Marco Rubio vowed to dismantle the court "brick by brick." United States
Analysis Netanyahu yields to Trump on Gaza, betting Hamas won’t disarm Israeli Prime Minister Netanyahu agreed to advance the US administration's Gaza plan in a meeting with envoy Jared Kushner despite his skepticism about Hamas' commitment. By Ben Caspit In Tel Aviv, reporting on national security, Israeli politics, defense
UAE billionaire Habtoor takes aim at Ben Gvir’s Gaza rhetoric The prominent Dubai businessman condemned the Israeli national security minister's call to kill of dozens Gazans nightly, putting a pointed criticism from an influential Emirati voice on the record. United Arab Emirates
Analysis Why Venezuela is moving closer to Israel but stopping short of full ties Israel and Venezuela have practical and strategic reasons for advancing their relations after years of hostility, but establishing full ties faces challenges. By Rina Bassist , Adam Lucente
Analysis As pro-Palestinian candidates gain ground, will AIPAC's influence wane? By Adam Lucente In New York City, reporting on regional news, militancy, climate change
Analysis Why Mamdani concluded he can’t arrest Israel’s PM Netanyahu By Adam Lucente In New York City, reporting on regional news, militancy, climate change
Turkey cuts all trade with Israel as ties fray The Israeli Foreign Minister said Ankara was blocking Turkey’s ports for Israeli imports and exports. Turkey
‘Bracing for the worst’: Aid groups draw up Rafah contingency plans The uncertainty surrounding Israel’s threatened ground offensive in Gaza's southern city of Rafah has made it difficult for aid groups to prepare for their own evacuations. By Elizabeth Hagedorn In Washington, DC, reporting on diplomacy, regional politics, human rights
Colombian president says country cutting diplomatic ties with Israel Addressing a public gathering on Labor Day, Colombian President Gustavo Petro, a harsh critic of the Netanyahu government, announced his intention to sever diplomatic relations with Israel. Israel
Turkey seeks to join South Africa as plaintiff against Israel at ICJ The move comes as Ankara seeks to dial up pressure on Israel after March 31 local elections. Turkey
Starbucks, McDonald's, KFC continue to feel effects of Gaza war boycotts Starbucks on Tuesday lowered its expectations for full-year sales and profits after a disastrous quarter that saw a marked drop-off in customer traffic. Palestine
Abbas makes full-court press in Saudi Arabia for Palestinian recognition As momentum for negotiations with Israel over a two-state solution stalls, Palestinian President Mahmoud Abbas is doubling down on efforts to get European leaders to unilaterally recognize a Palestinian state. By Daoud Kuttab In Amman, reporting on Palestinian politics
Nearly 300 arrested as NYPD clears Gaza protest from Columbia University The New York City university has seen months of pro-Palestinian protests, inspiring similar demonstrations across the country and leading to clashes with police. By Adam Lucente , Shayeza Walid
Pentagon chief says US concerned over Israel's 'lack of execution' on Rafah evacuation plan Hours after Netanyahu said Israel would launch an invasion of Rafah "with or without" a cease-fire deal, Pentagon chief Lloyd Austin sought to pump the brakes, telling House lawmakers that Israel has not fulfilled necessary steps to provide Rafah's civilians with a safe haven ahead of the expected incursion. Israel
Iran's hold on Syria strong despite 'withdrawals' after Israeli attacks While Tehran has been withdrawing some military commanders from Syria in response to Israeli targeting, reports of a large-scale drawdown in Iranian forces in the country are exaggerated, analysts say. Syria
In Turkey, Istanbul mayor faces backlash after calling Hamas a ‘terrorist organization’ Turkey's president is notably staying mum over the comments made by Istanbul’s popular mayor. Turkey
Pressure builds for Gaza cease-fire as Israel readies to invade Rafah As US Secretary of State Antony Blinken pushed for a cease-fire, Israeli Prime Minister Benjamin Netanyahu vowed to launch a Rafah incursion "with or without a deal.” Jordan
With clock ticking in Cairo, Netanyahu ups threats, cancels war cabinet meeting Israeli Prime Minister Benjamin Netanyahu has pledged to enter Rafah regardless of the outcome of the current negotiations with Hamas. Israel
