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Cosmos, chokos and cockatoos: it's the season of generosity

When the garden overflows - and the cockatoos get the walnuts.

The Canberra Times · Jun 9

'The gift reflects...': Why WhatsApp co-founder Jan Koum donates $200 million to a Jerusalem hospital now

Co-founder and former CEO of WhatsApp Jan Koum has created a ripple as he donated $200 million to Shaare Zedek Medical Center in Jerusalem, the largest single donation ever made to an Israeli hospital. While Koum is known for his past philanthropic gestures for Jewish causes, this one is significant…

The Times of India · Jun 6

Pentagon Elevates Israel To Highest Counterintelligence Threat Level Amid Espionage Concerns: Report

The reported assessment surfaced as Washington and Jerusalem navigate disagreements over military operations and diplomatic efforts across the Middle East.

International Business Times · Jun 6

Israel kills chief of Hamas armed wing in Gaza strike

JERUSALEM - Israel said on Wednesday it had killed the new head of Hamas's armed wing in Gaza, Mohammed Odeh, after killing his predecessor earlier this month despite an ongoing ceasefire.

Bangkok Post · May 27

US and Israel 'seeking to hand control over Al-Aqsa Mosque to Israeli interests'

THE US and Israel are reportedly planning to upend the system governing Jerusalem's Al-Aqsa Mosque complex by handing more power to Tel Aviv.

The National (Scotland) · May 26

Netanyahu taken to hospital for dental treatment

Benjamin Netanyahu's office says he's receiving dental treatment in a Jerusalem hospital, prompting speculation about the health of the Israeli prime minister.

AAP · May 26

First Gaza flotilla activists arrive in Turkey after Israel deportation

JERUSALEM - Israel said on Thursday it had deported all the foreign activists seized by its forces from a Gaza-bound flotilla, as the first group arrived in Turkey following global outcry over their treatment in custody.

Bangkok Post · May 21

Gaza flotilla activists await deportation from Israel

JERUSALEM - Hundreds of activists seized by Israel from a Gaza-bound flotilla were awaiting deportation on Thursday, as global outrage grows over their treatment in custody.

Bangkok Post · May 21

US puts pressure on Palestinian leaders to withdraw bid for UN vice-presidency role

Jerusalem embassy told to issue protest to Palestinian Authority leaders, warning ‘consequences will follow’ if they do not comply

The Guardian - UK · 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