by Michael Wilkins | Aug 27, 2025 | News
U.S. envoy Steve Witkoff revealed Tuesday that President Donald Trump will chair a White House meeting to discuss a “comprehensive plan” for postwar Gaza. The plan marks Washington’s first detailed involvement in shaping Gaza’s future after months of deferring to Arab...
by Michael Wilkins | Aug 26, 2025 | Your Photos
President Donald Trump said Monday he believes the nearly two-year Gaza war will reach a “conclusive ending” within two to three weeks, though he provided few details. His comments come as Israel presses ahead with plans to seize Gaza City, despite Hamas recently...
by Michael Wilkins | Aug 26, 2025 | News
Australia expelled Iran’s ambassador after concluding Tehran directed antisemitic arson attacks on Jewish sites in Sydney and Melbourne. Prime Minister Anthony Albanese called Iran’s actions “extraordinary and dangerous acts of aggression” aimed at dividing...
by Michael Wilkins | Aug 25, 2025 | News
Israel says it will begin a phased reduction of its military presence in Lebanon if the Lebanese government moves to disarm Hezbollah. The Prime Minister’s Office called Lebanon’s decision to work toward disarmament by year’s end a “crucial opportunity” for the...
by Michael Wilkins | Aug 25, 2025 | News
While many Israeli families and small businesses buckle under war-time economic strain, the nation’s largest banks are reporting record profits. In the second quarter of 2025, Bank Hapoalim alone reported NIS 2.5 billion ($740 million) in profits—up 14% from last...