A potential US strike on Iran is still several days away, according to officials, who warned that any military action could prompt a strong Iranian response

The announcement of phase two of Trump’s plan offered no clarity on the Rafah crossing, a key lever for securing hostage Ran Gvili; Israel is preparing, with US consent, to resume fighting Hamas, as Zini and Ben Gvir clash over who will rebuild Gaza

R., 48; S., 33; M., 24; and G., 23, have been held since Sunday on suspicion of involvement in a drug-selling network on Thailand’s Koh Phangan, after allegedly being caught with large amounts of drugs and cash sold mainly to Israeli tourists

Soldier allegedly shared sensitive photos, weapons data and base footage with Iranian intelligence in exchange for money; officials warn of growing espionage cases and call for tougher, faster sentencing to deter future collaborators

French president condemns private exam prep book that distorts Hamas massacre, drawing outrage from Jewish leaders; publisher apologizes, pulls all copies and launches internal review

IDF says it is closely monitoring developments amid growing reports of a potential US strike on Iran, but stressed there has been no change to civilian defense guidelines

Trump’s Middle East envoy said the next phase calls for a technocratic Palestinian body to run Gaza, full demilitarization of the enclave and the launch of large-scale reconstruction efforts

Recent polls show Blue and White struggling to cross the electoral threshold, and reports have said lawmaker and Gantz ally Chili Tropper is considering leaving the party