What does recognizing Palestinian state mean, and does it change anything on the ground? - analysis
International recognition of a Palestinian state does not automatically lead to the state’s creation.
Middle East
US-Hamas mediator Bahbah: Both sides must resume talks, reach immediate ceasefire - exclusive
Hamas pressures Egypt over Gaza aid Access, risking confrontation with Israel
Israel, US oppose automatic UNIFIL renewal, citing failure to prevent Hezbollah infiltration
Syria vows to investigate footage of Sweida hospital killing
Syria's interior ministry said in a written statement that it had seen the "disturbing video" and "condemns and denounces this act in the strongest terms."
Why Iran sees the Zangezur corridor between Armenia-Azerbaijan as an existential threat - analysis
Iran's strong opposition to the US-brokered Armenia-Azerbaijan peace deal highlights regional power struggles, with Tehran fearing loss of strategic influence.
Working together to end domestic violence: WIZO's vision for change
Tali Weissman Gantz, clinical social worker and head of WIZO’s domestic violence prevention programs, is leading efforts to combat domestic violence in Israel.
Behind the journey: Why did Congressman Hamadeh travel from Jerusalem to Damascus? - analysis
US Congressman Abraham J. Hamadeh travelled to Syria to “discuss the Congressman's continuing efforts to bring Americans home" and advance peace
Did Iran-Israel war ever end? Cyberwar continues between Jerusalem, Tehran
The decade-long cyber war between Israel and Iran has heated up significantly after the June war.
Mahmoud Abbas considers unilaterally declaring Palestinian statehood at UNGA - report
The move, symbolic in nature, is predicated on a forthcoming constitutional declaration that would define a Palestinian state's borders and foundations.
Palestinian-American who mediated Edan Alexander's release separates from Witkoff team - N12
"Ceasefire negotiations are currently stalled. I am not a mediator in the true sense of the word, but I share your suffering," Bahbah wrote on Facebook.
Iran sends nuclear scientists into hiding after 12 day war - report
The scientists are reportedly no longer being permitted to teach or live in their family homes, and are being moved to the capital or northern coastal cities.
Turkey says Muslim countries must be united against Israel's Gaza takeover plan
The OIC urged world powers and the United Nations Security Council to "assume their legal and humanitarian responsibilities and to take urgent action to stop" Israel's Gaza City plan.
Iran arrests 20 alleged Mossad spies amid execution spree
Executions of Iranians convicted of spying for Israel have significantly increased after the 12-day war.
