Judges rule Alex Brodsky, formerly known as Alexey Kertsgur and wanted by Russia for aggravated piracy over 2009 seizure of cargo ship in Baltic Sea, can be sent to Moscow; defense to appeal, citing mistaken identity, political overtones and fair trial concerns

After months posing as criminals, police agents gained gangs’ trust in southern Israel, leading to dozens of arrests and the seizure of 13 M-16 rifles, 11 Glock pistols and weapons worth over NIS 1 million

India is deepening ties with Israel and advancing a regional corridor linking India to Europe, aiming to strengthen a bloc of moderate states in the face of Ankara’s growing influence

Two patients injured at Sanz Medical Center after blaze erupts in internal medicine unit, apparently triggered by a patient smoking in his room; automatic suppression system activated and fire quickly contained, preventing wider evacuation

Thirteen months into his second term and with midterms approaching, Trump is set to tout achievements, defend his tariff agenda and confront voter anxiety over rising costs, while the world watches for signals on Iran amid military buildup and renewed nuclear talks

Revolutionary Guard launches drills along southern shores as US forces mass in the region, while student protests intensify and a reported death sentence for a demonstrator deepen domestic tensions

An Israeli intelligence official was quoted in Britain as saying the US can sustain four to five days of intensive strikes on Iran, or a week at lower intensity; Lebanese officials warn Israel may hit civilian infrastructure and satellite images show a buildup of US aircraft near Iran