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Israelis mark Yom Hazikaron, Yom Ha’atzmaut under cloud of fragile ceasefires

Beyond the question of celebrations or ceremonies, Israelis are also dealing with the complicated feelings of trying to return to routine after years of war and amid the clouds of uncertainty still in the air.

Israel, Lebanon reach ceasefire as U.S. pushes for permanent peace deal

Many Israeli officials, including members of the governing coalition and mayors from northern Israel, expressed outrage over the ceasefire agreement and the fact it was announced by the U.S. before any statement from Israel.

U.S.-Iran ceasefire talks collapse, Trump declares naval blockade: Why did negotiations fail?

With the negotiations halted, both sides face a stark choice: return to war, or compromise on the red lines that have so far made a deal impossible.

Ten questions (and answers) about the war in Iran

We’re here to answer your questions about the rapidly unfolding events on the ground, the background of the conflict, and what may come next.

Everything you missed at the 2026 ADL Never is Now Conference

At the ADL’s annual conference, speakers confronted rising antisemitism, online hate, and personal loss, while urging Jews and allies to speak out.

How streamer Mahyar Tousi built a massive audience covering Iran, Israel, and the Middle East

Mahyar Tousi first gained attention for supporting Brexit, but his audience exploded after October 7 and during the intensifying conflict with Iran, turning him into one of YouTube’s most watched Middle East commentators.

Who could lead Iran after the war?

Who will end up on top depends on a lot of different factors, many of which aren’t within American or Israeli control.

Israel, U.S. launch joint strikes against regime in Iran: What’s happening and how did we get here?

Iranian Supreme Leader Ali Khamenei was killed in the first waves of Israeli and American strikes on Tehran, along with dozens of other Iranian military and government leaders.

22 Jewish and Israeli athletes to watch at the 2026 Winter Olympics

Meet the Jewish and Israeli athletes headed to the 2026 Winter Olympics, from hockey goalies and figure skaters to bobsled trailblazers and alpine siblings.

Here’s when to watch Jewish and Israeli athletes compete in the 2026 Winter Olympics

Here’s when to watch Jewish and Israeli athletes across hockey, curling, skiing, skating and more, with times and results updated as events unfold.

First to go out, last to return: Israeli hostage, Ran Gvili, home after 843 days in captivity

His mother, Talik, recounted the day of the October 7 attacks. “I asked him where he was going, and he told me ‘Do you really think I’ll stay home when I know my guys are fighting? No way.'”

Gaza peace plan moves to stage two: What happens now and what exactly is the Board of Peace?

Hamas has promised to give up power and hand over its weapons, but Israelis and many others are skeptical they’ll actually follow through.

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