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The Jerusalem Post understands from officials familiar with the case that a local Italian prosecutor is leading the prosecution and is not coordinating with the Italian federal government.

"The operational activities and factors considered by the IDF are based solely on security, professional, substantive, and nonpartisan considerations," the military said.

Lebanese Prime Minister Nawaf Salam condemned what he described as “moral bankruptcy” surrounding the detention of the two Palestinians from Ramallah.

Hezbollah has remained committed to attacking Israel and has used a lull in hostilities since June to rearm, with a focus on procuring explosives and drones that can be used to attack IDF troops.

Articles analyzing Israel's October 27 election were published in media outlets based in Egypt, Qatar, Iran, Lebanon, the West Bank, and a London-based Qatari outlet.

Trump called El-Sayed a “jihadist Muslim Brotherhood member” who was “on the side of the terrorists,” adding that he would “have to go through a metal detector before he’s allowed into the Senate."

A protest does not speak for every student. A hashtag does not represent every young adult. And the most hostile voices on social media do not have the final word on the future of Israel.

The test in Tehran is whether the countries can come away with something practical. Skeptics about the pact's members have argued that the three countries are not making the agreement have teeth.

According to the IDF, the shaft was approximately 15 meters deep and relatively narrow. It was found near the terrorist’s home in the Hebron area of the West Bank.

Police suspect a criminal incident after a man's body was found near Bethlehem, as other raids netted weapons and suspects in the West Bank and Israel.

It is difficult to determine which parties most of the Israelis arriving from abroad will support, though some estimates suggest that many will vote for the change bloc.

Ambassador Hillel Newman looks to The Jerusalem Post Australia Summit as an opportunity to bridge divides and strengthen ties through business and innovation

Jared Kushner and Ivanka Trump helped achieve what few in Jerusalem thought possible, bringing every Israeli hostage home and reshaping the Middle East.

The former IDF chief has emerged as the leading opposition challenger to Netanyahu, offering voters a path to a post-Netanyahu Israel.

Since returning to politics, Bennett has shifted from his previous campaigns, taking a more liberal position while maintaining a strong right-wing stance on security.

Lauder has never confined himself to quiet philanthropy - he continues to use his position to demand accountability from political leaders.

Netanyahu has become more than Israel’s prime minister for many. Abroad, for instance, he has become Israel’s symbol and the lightning rod for much of the hatred directed against the Jewish state.

Packer declined to comment when approached by the Herald, which reported that he did not deny the payments. Hadad did not respond to the newspaper’s questions.

Since 2023, several Latin American countries have strengthened ties with Israel, in some cases reversing policies adopted by their predecessors.

Netanyahu’s foreign policy adviser urged voters to weigh the partnership with Trump, arguing that it could help remove Iran’s leadership and expand regional peace.

Calling on Attorney-General Gali Baharv-Miara to open a criminal probe, Liberman accused Netanyahu of attempting to draw Israel into a military confrontation to delay the elections.

Due to the sensitive nature of the action, N12 reported that Zamir requested an in-depth discussion and formal authorization before moving forward with the action. 

Sturgo is the CEO of Aharai, an organization that promotes leadership skills in Israeli youth. A veteran of the Second Lebanon War, he saw combat during the October 7 massacre.

In Euroleague action, Maccabi Tel Aviv fell 113-99 to Real Madrid, which set a team record with 21 three-pointers as six players scored in double figures.

Egypt has frequently condemned Iranian and Iranian-backed attacks on Gulf countries but has not publicly engaged in direct combat or joined the Mecca mutual defense pact.

Putin will meet the Iranian President and Emir of Qatar after hosting leaders of a Gas Exporting Countries Forum in Moscow.