Jerusalem

Israeli Hostage Families Call for Sunday Strike Against Gaza War Expansion

The families of the Israeli hostages held by Hamas are urging a general strike now on Sunday, in protest against Israel's plans to expand the war in Gaza.

Busch Considers Revising Government's Israel Trade Stance

The pressure on Hamas must increase to put an end to the suffering in Gaza, believes KD leader and Deputy Prime Minister Ebba Busch. She opens up to the possibility that the government's stance on the trade agreement with Israel may be reconsidered.

Israel's Security Minister Itamar Ben-Gvir Visits Temple Mount

Israel's controversial security minister Itamar Ben-Gvir has again provoked strong reactions after on Sunday having prayed at the disputed Temple site in Jerusalem, reports AP.

Leopard Escapes Enclosure, Kills Employee at Jerusalem Zoo

Air Raid Sirens Sound in Israel After Rocket Launched from Yemen

Druse Forces Regain Control of Sweida Amid Ongoing Syrian Conflict

Drusian forces have retaken control of the city of Sweida in southern Syria, according to the British-based Syrian Observatory for Human Rights (SOHR). Syria's interim president Ahmed al-Sharaa urges all parties to "fully" respect the ceasefire.

Catholic Leaders Visit Bombed Church in Gaza

Two of the church's highest leaders in Jerusalem are visiting the church in Gaza City which on Thursday was hit by an Israeli attack.

Netanyahu Expresses Deep Regret Over Gaza Church Attack

Israel "deeply regrets" the attack on Gaza's only Catholic church, says Prime Minister Benjamin Netanyahu in a statement. Pope Francis' friend, the priest Gabriel Romanelli, was injured in the attack. Italy is furious and Pope Leo urges an immediate ceasefire.