The French president wanted to come to Israel, but PM demanded that he first withdraw his intention to recognize a Palestinian state; Diplomatic dispute spilled over to social media where Foreign Minister Gideon Sa'ar slammed Macron for 'trying to interfere from the outside in a conflict he is not a party to, in a way completely detached from the reality on the ground after October 7'

Heavy gunfire and explosions rock Burj al-Barajneh just weeks after Palestinian factions began handing over weapons to Lebanese army, casting doubt on sincerity and viability of Lebanon’s push to disarm armed groups in refugee camps

Once meant for sport, airsoft rifles and pistols are being converted into live weapons for terror attacks, extortion and shootings; criminals and terrorists exploit their low cost and easy access, fueling a deadly underground industry worth millions

Fox News reveals Abdul Rahim Muhammad Hamdene, reported killed in May, found alive and safely extracted from Gaza with his mother; earlier reports based on testimony from subcontractor for US-backed relief group

According to investigators, suspects tracked minister’s movements, bought drones with Hamas funds from Turkey and tested explosives for a planned strike at Hebron’s Cave of the Patriarchs during the holidays

Israel is facing mounting diplomatic pressure over the Gaza war, with EU leaders accusing it of 'genocide,' France and Belgium pushing recognition of a Palestinian state and allies from the UK to the UAE warning of sanctions and isolation

Tel Aviv court upholds 104-year-old former textile magnate's will, ruling he was competent when he restored an estranged son as heir; decision dismisses dementia claims and left son multimillion-shekel share of estate