(The Forward) — Netanyahu’s plane may land in New Jersey instead of New York, amid concern over that Mamdani may try to prevent the aircraft from remaining parked at JFK during Netanyahu’s visit
Religion News Service•Jacob Kornbluh17 Sept
In this edition of Perspective, the acting Prosecutor of the International Criminal Court tells FRANCE 24 that the court is needed now more than ever to ensure there is no gap for impunity. Mame Mandiaye Niang says the court’s job is to step in if domestic justice systems fail. The Senegalese judge is at the centre of a storm amid sanctions put on the court by the US after its issuing of arrest warrants for Israeli Prime Minister Benjamin Netanyahu and former Defence Minister Yoav Gallant over Israel’s actions in Gaza. He explained how the sanctions affect his daily life but says it won’t stop the court doing its job.
The award-winning documentary "NAZA" featuring anonymous military sources speaking about Israel's mass killing of civilians in Gaza has sparked a political firestorm in Israel. The film's directors and their families have received a wave of threats, while Prime Minister Benjamin Netanyahu announced a plan for a bill aimed at revoking the citizenship of people who "defame IDF soldiers".
The prolonged closure of the Strait of Hormuz exacerbates global energy instability, inflating oil prices and straining international relations.
CryptoBriefing•Editorial Team17 Sept
Israeli prime minister pledges to advance two bills aimed at addressing the 'immense damage' done to Israeli soldiers.
Al Jazeera17 Sept
Following the premiere of “NAZA” at the Venice Film Festival earlier this month, Israel’s Prime Minister Benjamin Netanyahu is calling for the introduction of a law that would “revoke the citizenship of anyone who slanders IDF [Israeli Defense Forces] soldiers.” “We will hit them in their pockets and also in their citizenship, because their place […]
Variety•Payton Turkeltaub17 Sept
Prime Minister Benjamin Netanyahu has joined the chorus of Israeli government officials seeking to punish the directors of the Venice Film Festival’s Special Jury Prize-winning documentary NAZA. After decrying what he described as “global antisemitic incitement,” Netanyahu said he will be introducing two bills in his country’s parliament, the Knesset. “We will hit them in […]
Deadline•Tomt17 Sept
Likud maintains that even if passengers pay for their own plane tickets, the “Fly&Vote” initiative provides illicit benefits, such as discounted fares.
United States officials have expressed frustration with Israeli Prime Minister Benjamin Netanyahu for resisting parts of their Gaza strategy. The US-backed Board of Peace, tasked with overseeing Gaza’s political transition, has seen Netanyahu stall several initiatives as he campaigns in a closely contested election. Meanwhile, the Israel Defense Forces (IDF) reported 14 ceasefire violations in Gaza between September 4 and 15.
The documentary 'NAZA', which won the Special Jury Prize at the Venice Film Festival, examines Israel's targeting practices in Gaza and alleges that mass civilian deaths are routinely factored into decisions over military strikes.
Euronews15 Sept
The budget dispute underscores the tension between military priorities and domestic politics, potentially affecting Israel's regional strategy.
CryptoBriefing•Estefano Gomez14 Sept
Former Israeli police officer Yoav Segalovitz's decision to run as the No. 2 candidate on the Arab Raam party ticket in the October 2026 elections marks a paradigm change in Israeli politics. Far-right politicians have slammed the move, but it could pave the way for an Arab party to join a coalition opposing Prime Minister Benjamin Netanyahu and his allies.
Norway's Foreign Minister Espen Barth Eide tells Euronews that Israel has lost “tremendous support” because of how it has conducted its military response to the 7 October attacks.
Euronews11 Sept
The paper said it stood by its reporting, after publishing extracts from a book where the claim appears.
BBC10 SeptThe paper said it stood by its reporting, after publishing extracts from a book where the claim appears.
BBC10 Sept
The UK's sanctions on Israeli settlements may strain international relations, affecting future diplomatic efforts and recognition of Palestine.
CryptoBriefing•Estefano Gomez9 Sept
The fierce retaliation of Prime Minister Benjamin Netanyahu’s government to the new restrictions is a reflection of his tough re-election fight, analysts say.
The New York Times•David M. Halbfinger9 Sept
Israel's leader says a report claiming the UAE warned him in advance of Hamas' 2023 terror attack is politically motivated lies, but it's fueling fierce pre-election furor.
The contest is shaping up to be a referendum on Prime Minister Benjamin Netanyahu. It is considered the most consequential in Israel’s history.
The New York Times•Johnatan Reiss9 Sept
Prime Minister Benjamin Netanyahu said he would sue the newspaper Haaretz after it reported that the Emirati president had warned him Hamas was planning a major operation against Israel.
The New York Times•Ephrat Livni and Isabel Kershner9 Sept