US nixes Israel meeting after Netanyahu says US withholding weapons

The White House rejects Benjamin Netanyahu's claims that it has withheld weapons and ammunitions over the "past few months."

Israel

Analysis

France, Israel squabble over Gaza, Lebanon, but no divorce on horizon

The Eurosatory affair and disagreements on Gaza and Lebanon have tampered with the bilateral relations between Israel and France, but not all is lost.

By Rina Bassist

In Paris, reporting on Israeli politics and European affairs

Egyptian authorities arbitrarily arresting Sudanese, Amnesty says

The alleged mass arrests and forced expulsions of Sudanese coincide with the raging war in Sudan, where fears of foreign interference are growing.

Egypt

Suspected Israeli drone in south Syria kills Syrian army officer

Since the Israel-Hamas war began in October, Israel has stepped up strikes inside Syrian territory, targeting Iranian-linked positions.

Syria

In first debate, Iran’s 6 presidential contenders clash over sanctions, ailing economy

The first in a series of live debates was held as part of a campaign by the state broadcaster to instill voter enthusiasm and reverse anticipated apathy in a largely disillusioned electorate.

Iran

Turkey's street dogs face mass cullings as Erdogan touts euthanization bill

The bill has caused uproar among animal lovers, triggering noisy demonstrations.

Turkey

Algeria hit by water protests as climate crisis deepens

Northwest Algeria's Tiaret is experiencing water shortages due to intense heat and little rainfall, mirroring problems in other parts of the region.

Algeria

In Lebanon, Hochstein calls for 'urgent' end to Israel-Hezbollah escalation

US special envoy Amos Hochstein met with the army commander and other top officials in Beirut to discuss the cross-border escalation between Israel and Hezbollah, one day after his trip to Israel.

Lebanon

Analysis

Netanyahu on collision course with Israeli military over next steps in Gaza

Over the past weekend, 11 Israeli soldiers died in Hamas booby traps, despite the sense among the country's top brass that the job in the Gaza Strip is done.

By Ben Caspit

In Tel Aviv, reporting on national security, Israeli politics, defense

As France bans it from Eurosatory, Israel says weapons exports at record high

Following a decision by French President Emmanuel Macron, Israeli companies and their representatives were banned from attending the prestigious Eurosatory defense show in Paris.

Israel

Suppliers of weapons parts for Yemen's Houthis hit with US sanctions

The latest US sanctions come as the Yemeni militants intensify their attacks on commercial shipping in the Red Sea and the Gulf of Aden.

Yemen

US Navy rescues 24 crew members after Houthi attack, 1 lost at sea

Two cargo ships are at risk of sinking in the Red Sea, abandoned by their crews after Houthi missile strikes triggered US airstrikes on radar sites controlled by the Yemeni rebels.

Yemen