Foreign affairs
Israeli man killed in motorcycle accident in southern Thailand, Foreign Ministry confirms
The precise circumstances of the accident have not yet been released, although neither news reports nor official ministry statements suggest foul play.
World Jewish Congress visits Slovenia after Israel opens first embassy
Trump declares national emergency, bans some foreign power equipment over security threats
The desert's ripple effect: The Western Negev is quietly reshaping Israel-Africa ties - opinion
Brig.-Gen. (res.) Yossi Kuperwasser appointed head of Jerusalem security think tank
“I am joining JISS at a critical juncture in the history and trajectory of the State of Israel and the broader region,” Kuperwasser said in a statement.
Czech FM to 'Post': Israel will always be our most important Mideast ally - opinion
Czechia stands with Israel. Our support is, and will remain, resolute. Together, we hope to bring an end to a tragic war, bring all hostages home, and end all hostilities.
Iraq positions itself for diplomatic role in MidEast region - analysis
It's only recently that Iraq itself has increased ties with Saudi Arabia, helping pave the road to Saudi-Iran reconciliation. Now, it hopes to do more.
Vance faces backlash in Munich for defending Germany’s far Right AfD - opinion
Vance had met on Friday with the leader of AfD, after endorsing the party as a political partner, a stance Berlin dismissed as 'unwelcome election interference.'
Fiji to open embassy in Jerusalem, Israel's FM Gideon Sa'ar announces
Sa'ar reportedly pledged to provide patrol boats after a request to assist in Fiji's efforts to control the illegal drug trade in the country.
Thai nationals held captive by Hamas for 15 months return home
Thailand's foreign ministry said a Thai national is still believed to be held captive by Hamas.
Hamas is about pure bloodshed, not resisting oppression - editorial
After Hamas terrorists conducted the October 7 massacre, their victims were not just Israelis. While the world focused on Israeli suffering, the suffering of foreign workers has been all but ignored.
Five Thai nationals released from Gaza captivity given permanent resident status
At least one living Thai hostage, Pinta Nattapong, 35, remains in captivity.
18 Israelis injured as bus overturns in northern Laos
This was the second bus accident in Laos within 24 hours on Sunday after 13 Israelis were wounded in a traffic accident in Laos, including some in serious condition..
Senate confirms Marco Rubio as US Secretary of State
The Senate backed Rubio by a vote of 99-0, days after the long-term member of the Senate foreign relations and intelligence committees sailed through his friendly confirmation hearing.
