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WATCH: Fueled by a life's mission, Netanyahu asks Israelis for time to 'finish the job' in Iran

Netanyahu to 'Post': I want five more terms • 'I'll form gov't with current coalition partners; Eisenkot ruled me out' • Trump's support 'surprised' PM, Israel must capitalize before tide turns in US

In a birthday interview beginning after 2 a.m.,  the prime minister made his case for another term.  We pressed him on Qatar, his trial, and the question  outlasting this election: What happens after Trump?
Protesters wave Iranian pre-Islamic revolution of 1979 and shout slogans during a demonstration in front of the Brandenburger Gate as the sun shines in Berlin, on March 1, 2026.

Human rights group petitions Germany to investigate Iranian crimes against ethnic minorities

US Senior Advisor for Arab and African Affairs Massad Fares Boulos attends the Third International Sudan Conference at the Foreign Ministry in Berlin, Germany, April 15, 2026.

Massad Boulos Must Ensure that Peace in Sudan and Libya Does Not Come at Israel’s Expense

Iranian Kurdish fighters from the Kurdistan Freedom Party, known as PAK take part in a training session at a base on the outskirts of Erbil, Iraq February 12, 2026.

Iran deploys heavy weaponry to Kurdish regions amid fears of renewed conflict with Israel, US


Netanyahu, Katz's warnings of Iranian strikes could spur regime into attacking first, officials say

Reports have also indicated an increase in Israeli fighter jet training exercises in the country's skies amid growing speculation about a possible military campaign against Iran.

Destroyed building in central Israel following Iranian missile strikes on February 28, 2026.

Iran's floating oil reserves, used for China sales, completely depleted, analysts say - report

At their peak, these reserves consisted of almost 90 million barrels of oil, according to Kpler. By October 5, the reserves dropped to fewer than one million barrels, and have since been exhausted.

Vessels near the Strait of Hormuz, as seen from Musandam, Oman, August 31, 2026.

Striking Iran ahead of elections could constitute political interference, officials warn - report

Lapid says available intelligence does not justify an attack before the vote, while former air force chief Norkin questions whether a limited campaign could topple Tehran’s regime.

Smoke rises following an explosion in Tehran amid the war with Iran, March 7, 2026. Picture taken with a mobile phone.

Iran preparing to reveal 'Father of All Bombs,' IRGC spox. warns in wake of Trump's MOAB threat

The announcement comes amid rising security tensions between Tehran and Washington and the possibility of renewed US strikes on Iranian territory.

 An Iranian missile is displayed during a rally marking the annual Quds Day, or Jerusalem Day, on the last Friday of the holy month of Ramadan in Tehran, Iran April 29, 2022.

Katz says opposition will bear blame for future attacks on Israel after ignoring warnings

Opposition leader Yair Lapid said that Katz's "reckless and hysterical statement is a gift to Israel’s enemies,” and accused the government of failing to eradicate Hamas or bring down Iran.

Israeli Defense Minister Israel Katz attends a memorial ceremony for fallen Israeli soldiers of the 1973 Yom Kippur War, at the National Hall of Remembrance at Mount Herzl in Jerusalem, September 22, 2026

Jews are 'literally afraid' of Michigan's candidate El-Sayed, opponent Rogers says in final debate

Rogers repeated the theme in his closing statement, insisting that Jews were among several groups of Democrats who were defecting to him because they found El-Sayed “too extreme.” 

 US Senate candidates Democrat Abdul El-Sayed, left, and Michigan Republican Senate candidate, former US Rep. Mike Rogers (R-MI)  debate on October 21, 2026 at WXYZ Channel 7 in Southfield, Michigan.

Shin Bet removes social media accounts to block foreign interference in upcoming election

The announcement comes a week after INCD announced that governments could lose control of AI if they don't shut down sites.

Ballot papers of various political parties are displayed at the Central Elections Committee warehouse in Shoham, ahead of Israel’s upcoming general elections, October 14, 2026

Trump's Netanyahu endorsement crosses a line in Israeli democracy - editorial

As Israel heads to the polls, Trump's public backing of Netanyahu raises questions about foreign interference and the limits of US-Israel friendship.

FILE PHOTO: US President Donald Trump points his finger towards Israeli Prime Minister Benjamin Netanyahu as they shake hands during a press conference after meeting at Trump’s Mar-a-Lago club in Palm Beach, Florida, US, December 29, 2025

Trump accuses Iran of disrupting midterms, threats of strikes on Iran may prompt regime to attack

Hezbollah recruits convicts in Latin America • Houthis attack Saudi Defense Ministry • Iran deploys heavy weapons in Kurdish region in preparation for hostilities

 TWO ISRAELI Air Force F-16I fighter jets accompany a US B-52 bomber over Israel as it makes its way to the Gulf.

US, Israel plan renewed Iran strikes after US midterms, focusing on short, intense attacks - report

According to the report, the plans focus on a short, intensive military operation that could last approximately three days and include strikes on Iran's nuclear facilities.

 A joint exercise between the IAF and US Air Force