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West Bank? Call It Judea and Samaria, Some Republicans Say.
President Trump’s return has emboldened supporters of Israeli annexation of the occupied territory who want to mandate the use of language reflecting that view. Opponents of annexation say the term reflects a political agenda.
Iran Is Developing Plans for Faster, Cruder Weapon, U.S. Concludes
As Prime Minister Benjamin Netanyahu of Israel prepares to meet with President Trump, the question of whether to strike Iran’s facilities or negotiate with Tehran appears certain to be under debate.
Who Will Govern Postwar Gaza? Four Competing Models Are Emerging.
Hamas still controls most of the enclave, but Israel holds some key areas. International oversight could also be expanded, while the Palestinian Authority has presented itself as another alternative.
Netanyahu in Washington to Discuss Future of Gaza With Trump
Israel’s prime minister is expected to meet with President Trump this week to discuss the future of Gaza and broader regional issues.
Steven Witkoff, Trump’s Envoy to the Middle East, to Meet Netanyahu in Israel
Steven Witkoff played an important role in brokering the cease-fire deal between Israel and Hamas.
Cease-Fires in Gaza and Lebanon Will Most Likely Hold for Now, Analysts Say
Bloodshed over the weekend highlighted the brittleness of the cease-fires in both places. Still, Israel, Hamas and Hezbollah each have reasons to postpone a new escalation, at least for a few weeks.
Why Is Israel Targeting Jenin, West Bank?
As Israel withdraws some of its troops from Gaza during a cease-fire there, it has turned attention to another Palestinian territory — in particular a city with a history of militant activity.
Israel’s Mixed Mood Over Cease-Fire
More than 30 hostages are set to be released during the cease-fire in Gaza. But many Israelis have mixed feelings about the deal because they feel it came at a high price.
Fighting Has Halted in Gaza, but the War Is Not Over
Sunday’s delayed start to the truce was a minor problem compared with the difficult choices and American leverage needed to get both parties to the second phase, which could end the war.