For decades, support for Israel was one of the few foreign-policy issues that received strong bipartisan backing in Washington. Today, however, that consensus is weakening as divisions within the Democratic Party reshape the US relationship with one of its closest allies. Israel’s military operations in Gaza, the broader regional conflict involving Iran, and Prime Minister… Continue reading US Support for Israel Faces Democratic Divide
Oman has reportedly proposed a joint framework for managing the Strait of Hormuz, as Gulf countries seek to reduce tensions and improve maritime security. The proposal would give Iran a role in overseeing the strategic waterway while preventing Tehran from gaining exclusive control over access to the route. Oman Strait of Hormuz Plan Promotes Regional… Continue reading Oman Strait of Hormuz Plan Backed by Gulf States
Israeli Prime Minister Benjamin Netanyahu has confirmed that he plans to attend the upcoming United Nations General Assembly in New York despite growing political controversy surrounding his visit. Ahead of the annual gathering, Netanyahu criticised New York City Mayor Zohran Mamdani, accusing him of “fomenting hate” after Mamdani said he would support enforcement of the… Continue reading Netanyahu Accuses NYC Mayor Zohran Mamdani of Fomenting Hate Ahead of UN Visit
New York City Mayor Zohran Mamdani has said the city does not have the legal authority to arrest Israeli Prime Minister Benjamin Netanyahu based solely on an arrest warrant issued by the International Criminal Court (ICC). In a video posted on social media, Mamdani said his administration had reviewed the legal question and concluded that… Continue reading NYC Mayor Says New York Cannot Arrest Netanyahu, Calls Him a ‘War Criminal’
French International Criminal Court (ICC) Judge Nicolas Guillou has spoken about the personal impact of US sanctions imposed after he helped approve an arrest warrant for Israeli Prime Minister Benjamin Netanyahu. Guillou said the restrictions have disrupted ordinary aspects of his life, including banking, travel and access to international online services. However, he stressed that… Continue reading ICC Judge Sanctioned by US Over Netanyahu Arrest Warrant Says He Remains Defiant
Israeli Prime Minister Benjamin Netanyahu is scheduled to meet US President Donald Trump at the White House next Tuesday during an official visit to Washington, as tensions continue to rise across the Middle East. According to the Israeli Prime Minister’s Office, Netanyahu will travel to the United States on Monday at Trump’s invitation. His visit… Continue reading Netanyahu to Meet Trump at White House as Middle East Tensions Intensify
Trump Says Netanyahu Will Not Face Arrest During US Visit US President Donald Trump says Israeli Prime Minister Benjamin Netanyahu will not face arrest during any visit to the United States. Trump made the statement on social media after questions emerged about Netanyahu’s possible trip to New York for the United Nations General Assembly. He… Continue reading Netanyahu US Visit: Trump Rejects Arrest Claims
Zohran Mamdani Netanyahu trial comments have sparked fresh political debate after the New York City mayor said Israeli Prime Minister Benjamin Netanyahu should face trial in The Hague. Mamdani made the remarks during an interview with a US media outlet ahead of Netanyahu’s expected visit to New York for the United Nations General Assembly later… Continue reading Zohran Mamdani Netanyahu Trial Remarks Ahead of UN Visit
Israel has reaffirmed that it will maintain military forces in security zones inside Lebanon, Syria and the Gaza Strip, despite reports that US President Donald Trump urged Israeli leaders to reduce their military presence in the region. Israeli Defence Minister Israel Katz reiterated the position during an overnight phone call with US Defense Secretary Pete… Continue reading Israel Security Zones: Israel Says It Will Keep Troops in Lebanon, Syria and Gaza
