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US denies Iranian MoU claim that deal would reopen Hormuz, end blockade
Trump utilizes right-wing influencers to push support for Iran agreement within Republican Party
Amb. to US Yechiel Leiter condemns MK May Golan's 'disgusting' remarks on Reform Judaism
Leiter says J Street is 'cancer of the Jewish community' over org's Israel arms stance
J Street recently changed its position on American security assistance to Israel and called for phasing out direct US military aid, including funding connected to systems such as Iron Dome.
ICC plans to seek arrest warrant for Finance Minister Bezalel Smotrich - report
The request reportedly concerns suspicions of war crimes and crimes against humanity allegedly committed against Palestinians in the West Bank.
'Door to Gaza's future is still closed despite ceasefire,' BoP chief said after meeting Netanyahu
"This is not what was promised to the Palestinians, and it is not what they deserve," Mladenov said. "Furthermore, this does not provide Israel with the security it needs to move forward."
IDF testing counter-drone technologies ahead of security meeting on rising drone threat
A security source reported that efforts are underway around the clock to develop solutions to be presented to Defense Minister Israel Katz.
Trump: '100% confident' Iran will stop enriching uranium, will hand over remaining stockpiles
Trump said that Iran has pledged to stop enriching uranium and is "100% confident" that they will comply, while stressing the US will never let Iran possess a nuclear bomb.
Netanyahu reprimands Mossad chief Barnea after sending letter opposing Gofman appointment
Prime Minister Netanyahu reprimanded outgoing Mossad head Barnea for sending a letter opposing Gofman's appointment as Mossad chief.
Trump's visit to China will focus on Iran issue, demand more pressure on Tehran, US officials say
The discussions come amid efforts to reach a new agreement with Tehran and growing concern in Washington over continued Chinese support for the Iranian regime.
Ofer Golan steps down from his role as Netanyahu's spokesman, advisor after decade of service
"Over the years, Ofer has been a partner in the journey. He acted with great professionalism and dedication, with full commitment and discretion," Prime Minister Netanyahu said about Golan.
Likud backlash leads Netanyahu to replace Ziv Agmon with Edo Norden
"I’ve known Ziv for a long time, and I have never witnessed any sign of racism from him. On the contrary, quite the opposite," Netanyahu said.
Prime Minister Netanyahu's son speaks at Hungary's CPAC conference, praises PM Orban
On stage, Netanyahu did not hold back in praising his hosts. “We are deeply grateful for the friendship and support of Prime Minister Orban and Hungary. We have no better friends in Europe,” he said.