HISTORICAL FACTS: 76 - The Untold Story

'We Are the Masters': Itamar Ben-Gvir's Flotilla Video Draws Global Condemnation

A video of Israel's national security minister taunting detained activists has sparked global backlash, prompting condemnation from Prime Minister Netanyahu and international diplomatic tensions.

International Business Times UK · May 20

Oil Plummets As Hopes For An Iran Deal Rise After Trump's Remarks About Talks Being In 'Final Stages'

Oil prices fell sharply on Wednesday after President Donald Trump said talks with Iran to end the war are in their "final stages."

International Business Times · May 20

Israeli parliament votes to advance bill to dissolve Knesset, paving way for early elections

Israeli lawmakers overwhelmingly advanced a bill to dissolve parliament, potentially triggering early elections and intensifying political uncertainty for Prime Minister Netanyahu. This move stems from growing coalition strains, particularly over military service exemptions for ultra-Orthodox parties. Opposition leaders have declared the election campaign has begun, anticipating a closely contested vote.

The Times of India · May 20

Could a potential snap election in Israel be the end for Netanyahu?

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The Independent UK · May 20

Israeli minister sparks international fury over video harassing flotilla activists

A far-right Israeli minister has sparked fury after footage emerged showing him brutally harassing activists who had taken part in a flotilla to…

The National (Scotland) · May 20

Israeli Finance Minister Responds to ICC Arrest Warrant by Vowing War, Ordering Demolition of Palestinian Village

Israeli Finance Minister Bezalel Smotrich ordered the demolition of a Palestinian village after learning of an ICC arrest warrant request against him, escalating tensions over West Bank settlements.

International Business Times UK · May 20

Israeli security minister tells detained flotilla activists they should be jailed for a long time

Detained activists from a flotilla of boats that tried to get past Israel’s blockade of Gaza have arrived in the port city of Ashdod aboard Israeli naval ships

The Independent UK · May 20

Spanish director Pedro Almodóvar calls Trump, Netanyahu and Putin 'monsters' in Cannes

Pedro Almodóvar is in Cannes today for his new film 'Bitter Christmas'. During a press conference, he stated that Europeans must become a "shield" against "monsters" Trump, Netanyahu and Putin.

Euronews · May 20

Israel is moving closer to a snap election. Could this be the end for Netanyahu?

Polls suggest the Israeli leader would lose a vote amid rising anger directed at his government

The Independent UK · May 20

Israel's parliament has voted to dissolve itself. What's next?

Israel's parliament has voted to dissolve itself. This move could lead to an early national election. Prime Minister Benjamin Netanyahu is predicted to lose the upcoming vote. An election date is yet to be set. Political commentators suggest a September election is likely. This decision follows a split with an…

The Economic Times · May 20