In Middle Eastern politics, where democracy is rarer than a good mood, inevitability is the functional equivalent of consent.

American author Yardena Schwartz argues that the 1929 Hebron Massacre was “ground zero” for the Arab-Israeli conflict.

Second ceasefire violation within 24 hours underscores the fragile situation, while internationally discussions are already underway about Gaza’s political future.

Despite truce and international proposals, the terror group is restoring governance, taxing civilians and deepening its grip on society.

The former hostage spoke in a radio interview about his time in Hamas captivity and described how faith, inner certainty, and hope helped him endure years of isolation.

“Humanitarian aid must never serve as a cover for terror,” declared the Israeli Foreign Ministry.

Israeli forces have killed a terrorist who, according to the military, violated the Gaza ceasefire in place since October by crossing the agreed truce line and approaching Israeli troops.

Netanyahu declares Israel “stronger than ever” as Gaza-border towns repopulate, rebuild, and rise—turning terror into growth and defiance into national resolve.

The government can’t be trusted to investigate itself, but neither can institutions that are biased against it. History will render its verdict; in the meantime, it should be left to Israel’s voters.