Oil prices climbed despite an extended ceasefire between the United States and Iran, as concerns over energy supplies persisted. European stocks edged lower and Asian markets were mixed amid ongoing uncertainty.

The United States military has begun using Ukrainian counter-drone technology at a key Saudi air base after repeated drone attacks. The deployment underscores Ukraine’s battlefield advances and ongoing gaps in air defense systems.

Netanya's rabbis have closed the separate Tzanz Beach following a cliff collapse and ongoing safety risks. The decision comes weeks after two brothers drowned at sea, heightening concerns over public safety.

The Hula Valley will reopen on April 22, 2026, following safety checks. Visitors can return to enjoy its landscapes and birdwatching during Israel's Independence Day celebrations.

A convicted terrorist plotter has been allowed to remain in the United Kingdom on human rights grounds, while his wife has been barred for alleged support of the Islamic State. A court upheld the decision to exclude her, citing security concerns.

A doctor from Tashkent left his quiet life behind to immigrate to Israel in 2023. After retraining in Hebrew, he enlisted and now serves as a combat medic, calling his service both a duty and a dream fulfilled.

A teenager has become the first person convicted over a series of arson attacks targeting Jewish sites in London. Police say multiple suspects have been arrested and further attacks have been prevented amid ongoing investigations.

Iran rejected claims that it sought a ceasefire extension with the United States and warned it could be a cover for a surprise strike. Tehran criticized the ongoing naval blockade as equivalent to military action while President Trump said the pause would allow time for negotiations.

A Jewish-owned shop in Hertfordshire was set on fire and vandalized in what police are investigating as a religiously aggravated hate crime. Authorities say the incident is not currently believed to be linked to a recent wave of arson attacks targeting Jewish sites in London.

Rachel Goldberg-Polin discusses her new book about grieving her son Hersh, who was killed after months in captivity in Gaza. The book explores life after his death and the profound shift she calls the Before and After.

Governor Kathy Hochul voiced solidarity with the Israeli people on Israel's Independence Day. Her statement comes amid a competitive reelection campaign and evolving political debates over Israel within New York.

Pennsylvania House Democrats are withholding support for Senator John Fetterman's potential 2028 re-election bid. Lawmakers cited policy disagreements and concerns about his direction within the Democratic Party.