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Rubio reports 'slight progress' in Iran talks as Pakistan renews efforts to mediate a peace deal

Rubio reports 'slight progress' in Iran talks as Pakistan renews efforts to mediate a peace deal

U.S. Secretary of State Marco Rubio says “slight progress” has been made during talks with Iran
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Somaliland to Open Embassy in Jerusalem as Israel Plans Reciprocal Move

Somaliland to Open Embassy in Jerusalem as Israel Plans Reciprocal Move

Somaliland, a self-declared republic in the Horn of Africa, announced plans to open an embassy in Jerusalem following Israel's recognition of its independence. In return, Israel is expected to establish an embassy in Somaliland's capital, Hargeisa. This diplomatic exchange marks a significant step in strengthening bilateral relations, with Israel's Foreign Minister Gideon Sa'ar highlighting the importance of the move. Somaliland, which has enjoyed autonomy since 1991, hopes this recognition will encourage other nations to follow suit.
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Explainer-Israeli vote to dissolve parliament may bring elections forward

Explainer-Israeli vote to dissolve parliament may bring elections forward

By Maayan Lubell JERUSALEM, May 20 (Reuters) - Israel's parliament is expected to vote on Wednesday on a bill to dissolve itself, potentially bringing forward by a few weeks the next national election, which surveys predict Prime Minister Benjamin Netanyahu will lose. WHEN IS THE BALLOT?
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Global Demand for Israeli Weapons Technology Rises Amid Criticism

Global Demand for Israeli Weapons Technology Rises Amid Criticism

Global Demand for Israeli Weapons Technology Rises Amid Criticism
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Jerusalem Real Estate Expo in New York Highlights City's Development

Jerusalem Real Estate Expo in New York Highlights City's Development

The 'Jerusalem. Your Home. Your Future' real estate and investment expo is set to take place in Midtown Manhattan, showcasing Jerusalem's construction boom to the American Jewish community. Organized by the Jerusalem Municipality, the Israeli Building Center, and the Jerusalem Development Authority, the event aims to highlight the city's rapid development and offer residential opportunities. Mayor Moshe Lion's strategic plan to build 8,300 new housing units annually is central to transforming Jerusalem into a modern city with affordable housing. The expo will feature real estate developers presenting projects at pre-sale prices, emphasizing Jerusalem's role as a national and personal anchor for Jews worldwide.
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Israel's Strategy to Strengthen American Jewish Support Amid Legislative Challenges

Israel's Strategy to Strengthen American Jewish Support Amid Legislative Challenges

Israel is facing a challenge in maintaining strong support from American Jews, as highlighted by a recent report co-authored by Ted Sasson from Tel Aviv's Institute for National Security Studies. The report, titled 'American Jewry Is Changing: What Israel Must Do to Preserve the Partnership,' suggests that Israel needs to articulate a moral and strategic vision to maintain its relationship with American Jewry. This comes at a time when the Knesset is debating a controversial bill that could criminalize non-Rabbinate-approved practices at the Western Wall, a move opposed by many American Jewish organizations. The report emphasizes the importance of educational initiatives, such as Birthright and gap-year programs, to strengthen ties with American Jewish communities.
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Demand soars for Israel's battle-tested weapons tech despite global criticism of its wartime conduct

Demand soars for Israel's battle-tested weapons tech despite global criticism of its wartime conduct

Demand is soaring for Israel's battle-tested weapons and military technology, despite widespread condemnation by rights groups and the international community over the country's conduct in wars, particularly in Gaza
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Gaza flotilla activists to be deported after taunting by Israeli minister

Gaza flotilla activists to be deported after taunting by Israeli minister

By Rami Ayyub JERUSALEM, May 21 (Reuters) - Gaza flotilla activists who were detained by Israel and later pinned to the ground to the taunts of Israel's far-right police minister have been released from prison and will be deported to Turkey on Thursday, officials said.
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Israel says it has deported hundreds of Gaza flotilla activists amid international backlash

Israel says it has deported hundreds of Gaza flotilla activists amid international backlash

Israel says it has released and deported hundreds of activists who took part in a flotilla attempting to breach Israel's naval blockade of Gaza
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Prodalim Acquires Better Juice to Enhance Sugar Reduction Technology

Prodalim Acquires Better Juice to Enhance Sugar Reduction Technology

Prodalim Acquires Better Juice to Enhance Sugar Reduction Technology
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US says 'slight progress' in Iran talks amid uncertainty on whether war will resume

US says 'slight progress' in Iran talks amid uncertainty on whether war will resume

U.S. Secretary of State Marco Rubio says there's been "slight progress" in talks with Iran, amid uncertainty about a potential deal or renewed conflict
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Gaza flotilla activists detained in Israel after interception, rights group says

Gaza flotilla activists detained in Israel after interception, rights group says

JERUSALEM, May 20 (Reuters) - Activists who were aboard a Gaza-bound aid flotilla that was intercepted by Israeli naval forces are being detained at an Israeli port before being taken to prison, an Israeli rights group and the flotilla's organisers said on Wednesday.