Palestinian FA’s Rajoub declines handshake with Israel at FIFA Congress

During the FIFA General Assembly on Thursday, Palestinian Football Association President Djibril Rajoub declined to shake hands or even stand next to Basim Sheikh Slimane, the Vice President of the Israeli Football Association, amidst a tense atmosphere. Both were called to the stage by FIFA President Gianni Infantino, but Rajoub resisted attempts to engage with […]
Protesters shout anti-Israel insults at diners outside a Jewish restaurant in NYC, urging to ‘Bomb Israel’

A recent confrontation erupted outside a Jewish restaurant in downtown Manhattan, with protesters using inflammatory language and directing insults at diners. The incident occurred on April 17 near Motek, a kosher eatery located in the Flatiron area, during a march organized by the pro-Palestinian group Within Our Lifetime. Newly released footage shows protesters covering their […]
UK ambassador states Israel has become the US’s genuine ‘special relationship’

Comments leaked from Britain’s ambassador to the US have stirred controversy back home, suggesting that the “true special relationship” of the US is with Israel rather than the UK. Sir Christian Turner, speaking to a group of British students earlier this year, hinted that America’s genuine affiliations might lean more towards Israel. The remarks, which […]
Scarsdale High School investigates antisemitic event following defacement of Israel flyer

Scarsdale School District Faces Anti-Semitic Controversy The Scarsdale School District is currently involved in a troubling situation stemming from anti-Semitic actions. Recently, flyers promoting a student-organized Israeli cultural club were discovered in a high school urinal, leading to a wave of outrage among parents. Many are calling for the resignation of the school board president. […]
Israel Sent Iron Dome and Troops to Assist UAE Defense Following Iran Attacks — First Overseas Deployment

Israel’s Iron Dome Deployed in the UAE Amid Conflict with Iran In a notable early response to the escalating conflict with Iran, Israel has secretly sent the Iron Dome air defense system to the United Arab Emirates (UAE), along with a contingent of IDF soldiers. This move represents the first operational usage of the Iron […]
California school ends relationship with leading summer camp due to Israel issue

Controversy Erupts Over Canceled Camping Trip Tied to Israel A prestigious private school has called off a much-loved camping trip for its students, igniting anger among parents. Prospect Sierra School, a K-12 institution located in the East Bay, has ended its long-term partnership with Camp Tawonga, a Jewish summer camp that has been operating for […]
Lindsey Boylan, a NYC Council candidate supported by Mamdani, leads a luxurious life and has turned into a critic of Israel.

Controversy Over NYC Mayor’s Council Picks Mayor Zoran Mamdani’s recent choice of city council candidates for Greenwich Village is stirring up debate. Critics argue it’s hard to reconcile his affiliations with the lavish lifestyle of some candidates, calling attention to a $6 million home in Westchester and a $3.7 million condo in Chelsea. Among the […]
Miss Israel and an IDF soldier faced harassment from disruptive protesters at a Stanford event.

Hostile Reception for Miss Israel at Stanford Miss Israel 2025, Melanie Shiraz, faced a tense atmosphere from Stanford University students during a free speech event at White Plaza on Wednesday, alongside Israeli Defense Force soldiers. While engaging with students, a cyclist reportedly took a sign from Shiraz’s table. In response, a soldier accompanying her tackled […]
Lebanon Gears Up for Second Round of Discussions with Israel, Condemns ‘Destruction’ of Attacked Border Towns

The ambassadors of Lebanon and Israel are set to engage in a second round of discussions in Washington on Thursday. The Lebanese delegation is seeking backing from the Trump administration to halt Israel’s significant military actions against Hezbollah. Lebanese President Joseph Aoun remarked, “For the first time, Lebanon’s issues are back on the US agenda” […]
Tom Barrack, the US Ambassador, stands by his comments regarding Israel, Hezbollah, and F-35 sales to Turkey.

US Ambassador Defends Comments on Israel and Hezbollah US Ambassador Tom Barrack has responded to criticism regarding his comments that seemed to equate Israel with Hezbollah. He contends that his remarks were an expression of “realism,” not a shift in US policy. During his address at the Antalya Diplomatic Forum, Barrack suggested that Turkey should […]