There's a Good Reason Israel's Ultra-Orthodox Don't Serve in the Military
Israel's Supreme Court ruled unanimously on Tuesday that Haredi (often called "Ultra-Orthodox") men studying Jewish religious texts full-time will no longer be deferred from army service.
Iran demands US and Israel exit Syria as bigger war brews
"All foreign forces whose presence is illegal in the territory of Syria ... must withdraw from Syria," Iran's U.N. ambassador said.
Israeli Supreme Court orders ultraorthodox to serve in military
Ruling challenges long-standing exemptions that have shielded ultraorthodox men from compulsory service.
Netanyahu Ally Breaks Ranks over Hamas
The head of Israel's National Security Council Tzachi Hanegbi told audiences at a panel discussion that Hamas "cannot be eliminated as an idea."
Iran calls for new nuclear talks amid worsening Middle East crisis
"Pressure, intimidation, threat, and confrontation are non-starters and will ultimately lead to a dead end," Iran said at the U.N.
Nations Must Unite to Demand Two-State Peace between Israel and Palestine
The time to let spoilers win is over. We must stop letting Netanyahu exploit American support as a blank check and insist on a peace deal.
Hezbollah vs. Hamas: key differences in military power
If a war with Hezbollah erupts on Israel's northern border, the group poses a significantly more advanced arsenal and fighting force than Hamas.
Biden's Gaza pier has spent more time being fixed than moving aid
Since its opening on May 17, the pier has only been operational for 12 out of 38 days due to adverse weather and logistical issues.
Netanyahu says he will only accept partial ceasefire deal
Israeli Prime Minister declines Biden's plan for permanent ceasefire saying the war is "far from over."
Full list of Democrats boycotting Netanyahu's speech to Congress
The Israeli prime minister is scheduled to address U.S. lawmakers on July 24.
Iran and Israel exchange stark new warnings over Lebanon border battle
"The IDF is prepared to defend the State of Israel on all its fronts," an IDF spokesperson told Newsweek.
Top State Department Official Quits Biden's Administration
The deputy assistant secretary for Israeli-Palestinian affairs at the State Department has reportedly stepped down.
Jerry Seinfeld clashes with pro-Palestinian hecklers again during tour
"You have strong political feelings, but you don't know where to say them," Seinfeld hit back as his show was interrupted.
Footage emerges of Israeli police officer pulling protestor by their hair
Footage shows plain clothes officers punching protestors as protests in Israel intensifiy
Fact Check: Was "Palestine flag" flown over US Treasury?
Former House Speaker Newt Gingrich claimed that the U.S. Treasury was flying the colors of the Palestinian state
Here's What the Day After Israel's War Should Look Like—From a Gazan
Freedom of speech, inquiry, assembly, and protest are the rights that come before all other progress. It is these rights which will enable us to promote peace.
It's Time to Start Using the Term 'Palestinian Civilian' Correctly
As long as the press and world leaders fail to ask these questions, continuing to push unsubstantiated casualty figures, they are empowering Hamas.
Mia Khalifa message sparks debate—'I do not support all women'
The former adult film star garnered much attention for her post, in which she took a swipe at the Israeli military.
Gaza Could Escalate Catastrophically—or Provide a Pivot to a Better World
The bizarre origin story of World War I shows how seemingly local events can spin out of control—and Israel is now at the center of a maelstrom that has real potential to do the same.
Jewish students told "go back to Poland" at campus rallies
Jewish students told Newsweek they faced antisemitic abuse and intimidation at some of America's most-prestigious universities.
Beaches of Gaza provide brief respite from war, heat
A hotter than normal summer is expected to exacerbate the humanitarian crisis facing the besieged Strip.
Amid Unconscionable Suffering and Death, Gaza Needs a Ceasefire
Famine is setting in while bombs are still dropping and killing Palestinian civilians on the ground.
Majority of Gazans have lost family members in war, still support Oct 7
The survey was conducted by a think tank based in Ramallah that is one of the few organizations doing on-the-ground polling of Gazans.
Iran vows to strengthen Yemen ally in response to US attacks
Iranian officials told Newsweek that "Iran is adept at thwarting the U.S. strategy" in trying to weaken and isolate Ansar Allah.
Biden's Gaza pier faces new blow
The pier which was built by the U.S. to bring food to Gaza is facing one of it's most serious challenges
Gaza pier being torn down again due to rough seas
Days after aid operations resumed, concerns about heavy seas damaging the $230 million pier have led officials to consider its temporary dismantling.
What's behind Biden's risky Gaza ceasefire gamble
"The Palestinian issue never affected core American interests. Now it does," a former U.S. negotiations adviser told Newsweek.
Barbra Streisand's Israel-Hamas war hostages comment takes off online
The singer divided people with her comments about the remaining hostages in Gaza.
Video shows Israel using trebuchet to fire flaming projectile at Hezbollah
Footage widely shared on social media shows the soldiers loading a medieval-like catapult and flinging fireballs into Lebanese territory.
Read the Room—Antony Blinken Is Too Optimistic on Gaza Ceasefire
The war will go on, possibly until the end of the year.