Israeli settlers dug up a Palestinian grave near Sha-Nur, claiming it was too close to the settlement. The family later reburied the body elsewhere as the Israeli military said it would review the incident.

A large oil spill near Iran's Kharg Island may have released more than 3,000 barrels of crude into the Persian Gulf. Strained infrastructure, conflict, and storage shortages are suspected factors as environmental risks grow.

An explosive drone launched from Lebanon was found inside Israeli territory near the border. No injuries or damage were reported, and the device did not detonate.

Several national pavilions closed in protest of Israel's participation in the Venice Biennale amid the war in Gaza. The controversy follows the resignation of the event's jury and large pro-Palestinian demonstrations in Venice.

Iran has confirmed it will play in the 2026 World Cup but is demanding guarantees from the United States, Mexico and Canada over visas, security and respect for its team. Tensions remain over potential entry restrictions linked to military ties.

Two men have been charged with religiously aggravated harassment after allegedly filming antisemitic videos in a north London neighbourhood. They are due to appear in court on Saturday.

The Palestine Marathon returned to Bethlehem, highlighting both movement restrictions in the occupied West Bank and a renewed sense of resilience. Recently released runner Mohamad Al-Assi finished second, dedicating his race to Palestinians still in detention.

Gazans who were outside the territory when the war began remain stranded in the West Bank, unable to return to homes that have largely been destroyed. Many live in makeshift conditions, separated from their families and struggling to rebuild their lives.

A 48-year-old math teacher enlisted in the reserves while continuing to prepare her students for advanced math exams. She says serving the country in the classroom or in uniform is the same mission.

Rising tensions in global oil markets have pushed up jet fuel prices and sparked fears of shortages. Experts assess whether supply chains are truly at risk and how resilient the system is to disruption.

A new biopic portrays record executive Walter Yetnikoff as the driving force behind getting Michael Jackson's 'Billie Jean' onto Music Television in 1983. While some dispute the film's version of events, many credit Yetnikoff with helping challenge racial barriers in the early music video era.

A new poll shows 42 percent of previous Likud voters may abandon the party in the upcoming election. Dissatisfaction centers on security failures, military service exemptions, and Netanyahu's leadership, though most still want him to run.