New York gubernatorial nominee tells Manhattan gathering that hostility toward Jews and Israel should concern the wider religious community.

CENTCOM disables unladen oil tanker headed for Iran with Hellfire missiles after it ignores warnings, enforcing its reinstated naval blockade.

Sen. John Fetterman states he remains a Democrat but warned he would bolt if the party adopts an official anti-Israel platform.

US House of Representatives overwhelmingly rejects an amendment to strip $3.3 billion in foreign aid from Israel, exposing deep divides among House Democratic leadership.

Argentina scores two late goals in five minutes to defeat England 2-1 in a dramatic World Cup semifinal, booking a championship match against Spain.

<p>Finance Minister Bezalel Smotrich responded sarcastically to Argentina’s victory over England in the World Cup semifinals, drawing a connection between the British loss on the pitch and the sanctions and entry restrictions imposed on him by the UK government. Taking a jab at the British, he wrote: "I may not be able to enter the UK because I am dismantling the idea of a Palestinian state, but two goals went in just fine..."</p><p>Smotrich concluded his statement with a direct personal message to the President of Argentina, Javier Milei, who is well known for his staunch pro-Israel stance. Smotrich congratulated him and the Argentine people on qualifying for the final match, writing: "Javier, congratulations, my friend!"</p>

<p>Bahrain's Ministry of Interior announced the activation of sirens across the kingdom and urged citizens and residents to immediately seek shelter in protected areas.</p><p>Earlier, Kuwait's military and Ministry of Defense reported that air defense systems were activated following an intrusion of hostile drones and missiles, clarifying that the echoes of explosions heard in various parts of the country were the result of interception operations.</p>

<p>US President Donald Trump said on Wednesday that Iran released an American woman who had been wrongfully detained since December 2024.</p><p>"Iran has allowed an American Citizen, who was wrongfully detained in December of 2024 under the 'presidency' of Sleepy Joe Biden, to leave the Country. She is now safely outside of Iran, and in good condition. The United States of America appreciates this gesture of Goodwill by Iran!" Trump wrote on Truth Social, without mentioning the woman's name.</p>