Netanyahu attacks Mamdani over NYC arrest push and anti-Israel rhetoric
What's new: Netanyahu tied Mamdani's comments to rising fear among New York Jews after last week's synagogue stabbing in Manhattan.
Bloomberg, The New York Times +3
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Israel detains at least 80 Palestinians after Tal clashes
Nablus access was shut, raids expanded and approvals for new West Bank settlements were accelerated after the deadly violence.
Series: Israeli Settlers · West Bank Village Attacks · 2 chapters since Jul 26Netanyahu heads to Trump meeting focused on Iran nuclear program
What's next: The Israeli leader said he will push for continued scrutiny of Tehran even without new intelligence to share.
The New York Times, Bloomberg +1
Israeli settlers torch 2 West Bank mosques after deadly Tal clash
What's new: The attacks hit Qusra and Kour as Israeli forces searched for suspects and widened security operations after six deaths near Tal.
BBC News (World), The Straits Times
Israeli troops detain about 70 in West Bank village after 6 killed
What's new: Netanyahu moved to speed settlement approvals and home demolitions after the Tal clash near Nablus.
Earlier: Israel launches major West Bank operation after 6 deathsSeries: Israel · West Bank Escalation · 2 chapters since Jul 24Flavio Bolsonaro opens Brazil bid as Lula leads 48%-43% poll
Why it matters: Javier Milei backed the launch in Sao Paulo, but center-right parties have stayed neutral ahead of October's vote.
Netanyahu heads to White House for July 28 meeting with Trump
Why it matters: The visit comes as strains have surfaced over the war with Iran and fraught negotiations on an Iran deal.
The Straits Times, The Hill
NYC mayor says city lacks power to arrest Netanyahu on ICC warrant
Why it matters: Zohran Mamdani said only the federal government could act, despite calling the Israeli leader unwelcome in New York.
The New York Times, BBC News (World) +4
Trump says Netanyahu will not be arrested in the US
The comment came after New York Mayor Zohran Mamdani said the city lacks independent authority to enforce the ICC warrant.
Bloomberg, The New York Times +9
NYC mayor weighs arrest of Netanyahu at September UN meeting
What's new: Zohran Mamdani said city lawyers are reviewing whether New York could act on the ICC warrant if the Israeli leader visits.
The New York Times, Republika +4
Netanyahu’s office attacks NYC mayor over arrest threat
What’s new: The clash centers on whether New York could act on the ICC warrant if Netanyahu attends the UN meeting in September.
Bloomberg, The New York Times +4
Mamdani studies legal grounds to detain Netanyahu in New York
He has asked New York City’s Law Department to assess whether NYPD could detain Netanyahu during the UN General Assembly in September.
Antara News, Tribunnews +1
NYC mayor weighs Netanyahu arrest during September UN meeting
What's next: City lawyers are reviewing whether New York has any power to detain a visiting foreign leader at the UN.
The Straits Times, Antara News +1
Netanyahu backs Argentina ahead of World Cup 2026 final vs Spain
The backing came as the Israeli PM received Argentina's ambassador and sent a direct message back to President Milei.
Series: Fifa World Cup · 2026 Final · 7 chapters since Jul 16Israel approves 12,000 new homes in West Bank settlements
The package also includes 8 billion shekel for settlement infrastructure, adding a further obstacle to the Palestinian-Israeli peace process.
Antara News, Republika
Trump urges Israel to begin troop withdrawal from Syria, Lebanon
The push followed Trump’s meeting with Syria’s interim President Ahmed al-Sharaa as Lebanon-Israel talks continued in Rome.
Antara News, Tribunnews +1
Iranian media lists 13 foreign officials for revenge
The list includes Trump, Netanyahu, Macron, Meloni and Merz, but no official Iranian government endorsement accompanied it.
Tribunnews, CNBC Indonesia
Israel sets October 27 election, Netanyahu runs again
New polls put Gadi Eisenkot as the main challenger as support for Netanyahu weakens after the Gaza war.
U.S. Senator Lindsey Graham dies at 71
His office said Graham died after a brief, sudden illness a day after returning from a trip to Ukraine.
The Straits Times, Republika +3
Trump considers F-35 sale to Turkiye; Netanyahu lobbies against
Trump also said U.S. sanctions on Turkiye would be lifted, a move that could reopen Ankara’s access to the F-35 program.
CNN Indonesia, Republika +2
Rahm Emanuel targets Netanyahu with sanctions call in Tel Aviv
Why it matters: The speech pairs sharp criticism of Gaza policy with proposals to end some US defense subsidies and penalize settlement backers.
The New York Times, Bloomberg +3
Book says Trump threatened a 'divorce' from Israel
The September 2025 call came as Trump pushed a 20-point Gaza ceasefire and reconstruction plan.
Republika, CNN Indonesia +2
3 ICC judges sue Trump administration over U.S. sanctions
What's new: The judges say the penalties cut off banking, credit cards, travel bookings and some health insurance coverage.
The New York Times, The Straits Times
US explores Israeli opposition to press Netanyahu replacement
Channel 12 reports Washington has opened informal contacts with Naftali Bennett and Gadi Eisenkot ahead of Israel's election.
Republika, CNN Indonesia +2
Ben Gvir rejects ceasefire as Israel, Lebanon negotiate
New: A fifth round of talks opened in Washington as Beirut pressed for an Israeli troop withdrawal from southern Lebanon.
Republika, CNN Indonesia +3
Booker calls Trump Iran MOU an 'abject surrender' after war
What's new: The New Jersey senator said the deal handed Iran major economic benefits and left Washington with less leverage.
The Hill, Fox News
Israeli strikes in south Lebanon kill 18 as Hezbollah kills 4 troops
Why it matters: The clashes deepen strain on a US-Iran deal meant to halt fighting in Lebanon and could prolong Israel's military presence there.
Vance defends Iran deal, rebukes Israeli hard-liners over security
Why it matters: The vice president framed the pact as serving US interests even if parts of Israel's political system oppose it.
Trump threatens renewed strikes on Iran if nuclear deal fails
New: Trump says a U.S.-Iran peace signing is planned in Swiss on Friday, with ships in the Strait of Hormuz tariff-free.
Bloomberg, Antara News +5
Israel presses US to keep troops in southern Lebanon
What's at stake: The talks test a new US-Iran pact that calls for Lebanon's territorial integrity and could hinge on whether Trump threatens repercussions.
U.S.-Iran deal intensifies calls for Netanyahu to step down
Israel's opposition and far-right ministers both rejected the peace draft, calling it a setback that weakens Tel Aviv.
Republika, CNBC Indonesia
Israeli strike on Beirut stalled Trump’s push for an Iran war deal
What's next: Iran threatened retaliation, Israel readied for incoming fire, and the stalled agreement had been targeted for June 14.
Bloomberg, BBC News (US & Canada) +2
Trump’s Iran deal leaves Netanyahu facing election backlash
Why it matters: The agreement undercuts Netanyahu’s core pitch that his ties to Trump would strengthen Israel’s security.
Bloomberg, PBS NewsHour
Israel keeps troops in Lebanon, Syria and Gaza after Iran deal
What's next: The U.S.-Iran agreement is expected to be signed Friday in Geneva as displaced Lebanese are told not to return south yet.
Israel-Hezbollah strikes put Trump’s Iran deal at risk
What’s new: The draft would reopen the Strait of Hormuz and extend the U.S.-Iran ceasefire for 60 days while nuclear talks continue.
The New York Times, BBC News (World) +6
Somaliland opens embassy in Jerusalem, OIC and Somalia condemn
The move comes six months after Israel recognized Somaliland’s independence, stoking a new dispute over Somalia’s sovereignty and Jerusalem’s status.
BBC News (World), Antara News
Trump’s Iran deal leaves Netanyahu exposed ahead of Israel vote
Why it matters: Early terms appear to leave Iran’s missiles, proxy funding and parts of its nuclear program unresolved during a 60-day ceasefire.
The New York Times, The Straits Times
Trump halts Iran strikes, ties Hormuz reopening to peace deal
What's next: Trump said a signing could come within days, while Tehran has not yet given a formal response.
Bloomberg, The Straits Times +1
Israel set to direct $338 million to West Bank settlements
Why it matters: The funding would expand roads, water and sewage links for settlement sites that Palestinians and most countries deem illegal.
The New York Times, The Straits Times
Ben-Gvir urges Israel to hold Lebanese women hostage, bomb Beirut
The proposal came as Israel's cabinet weighed expanding operations in Lebanon despite a ceasefire announced on April 16.
CNN Indonesia, CNBC Indonesia
Amnesty report alleges state-backed West Bank expulsions
What's new: The group said 27 Bedouin and herding communities were displaced or faced displacement in Area C from 2023 to 2025.
The Straits Times, NPR
Trump presses Netanyahu, Israel agrees to halt Iran strikes
Israel still refuses to stop strikes in Lebanon, while Iran leaves open the possibility of continued talks with the U.S.
Antara News, CNN Indonesia +2
France bars Israel Finance Minister Smotrich from entry
Paris imposed the measure with Britain, Canada, Australia, Norway and New Zealand against those linked to rising settler violence.
Series: Israeli Ministers · EU Sanctions Push · 2 chapters since Jun 55 Western nations sanction networks tied to West Bank settler violence
What's new: France also barred Finance Minister Bezalel Smotrich, while the group warned Israel could face further action.
BBC News (World), The Straits Times
Vance puts US goals above Israel as Iran nuclear talks advance
What's new: He said Tehran is offering "real things" in negotiations and warned US policy will follow American interests, not Israeli aims.
Fox News, The Hill
Israel hits Beirut suburbs after 2 rockets cross from Lebanon
What's new: Lebanese state media reported 2 dead and 11 injured, and Israel later warned residents to leave Tyre ahead of possible strikes.
Earlier: Trump urges Netanyahu to stop Israeli strikes on BeirutSeries: Israel · Lebanon Ceasefire Crisis · 10 chapters since Jun 1Pentagon raises Israel espionage threat in US to critical
DIA assessment says Israel may have monitored senior US officials to gauge Donald Trump options on Iran and Lebanon.
Republika, CNN Indonesia +3
1 killed, 5 wounded in central Israel shooting attack
What's new: Police said the suspected gunman from Tayibe was killed, and the shootings hit three sites near Qalqilya.
BBC News (World), The New York Times +2
Pew survey: 67% in 36 countries view Israel negatively
Israel’s image worsened in 13 of 24 countries with trend data, while trust in Benjamin Netanyahu remains low in many places.
Republika, CNBC Indonesia
Trump rebuked Netanyahu over Beirut strikes, then backed Hezbollah disarmament
What's new: Netanyahu played down the clash and said both leaders still agree on disarming Hezbollah to pursue Israel-Lebanon peace.
Bloomberg, The Straits Times +5
Israel, Hezbollah accept partial ceasefire as clashes persist in Lebanon
What's new: Rockets, airstrikes and evacuation warnings continued after the deal, complicating wider U.S.-Iran truce talks.
BBC News (World), PBS NewsHour +1