The occupied West Bank is witnessing a sharp rise in violence by extremist Jewish settlers, with Israeli security data cited in the report showing hundreds of attacks during the first half of 2026. Palestinians describe repeated harassment, attacks, and attempts to disrupt access to essential services.

The report also highlights a worsening humanitarian crisis in Gaza, where doctors say cancer patients are dying at significantly higher rates than before the war. With Gaza's only specialized cancer facility destroyed and thousands of patients requiring advanced treatment, access to chemotherapy and medical evacuation remains a major challenge.

This report examines the surge in West Bank settler violence, the impact on Palestinian communities, and the growing healthcare crisis facing cancer patients in Gaza.

West Bank Violence Escalates | Settler Attacks Surge as Gaza Cancer Patients Struggle for Treatment

The fragile truce between Israel and Lebanon is facing renewed pressure as Israeli strikes intensify across southern Lebanon. The latest escalation has raised fresh concerns about the durability of the ceasefire and the possibility of further clashes in the region.

The developments come amid continued tensions between Israel and Hezbollah, with diplomatic efforts facing major challenges. Watch this report for the latest updates, ground developments and what the renewed strikes could mean for the fragile truce in southern Lebanon.

Truce Fails as Israeli Strikes Intensify Across Southern Lebanon

Prime Minister Benjamin Netanyahu’s governing coalition is facing growing political pressure as national elections approach, with its popularity reportedly continuing to decline.

The shifting political landscape could create fresh challenges for Netanyahu and his coalition partners as Israeli voters weigh the government’s performance and future direction. The election race is expected to remain closely watched amid continuing political and security developments.

This report examines the latest polling trends, the challenges facing Netanyahu’s coalition and what the changing voter mood could mean for Israel’s upcoming national elections.

Netanyahu's Coalition Continues to Slip in Popularity Ahead of National Elections

Israeli Prime Minister Benjamin Netanyahu has sparked fresh controversy after referring to Britain as the “Islamic Republic of Britain” during a podcast appearance.

Netanyahu was discussing Britain’s historic relationship with Israel and the legacy of Winston Churchill when he contrasted the country’s past position with what he described as a changing political climate in Europe.

He also suggested that several European countries have shifted their approach towards Israel, particularly amid disagreements over the war in Gaza and Israel’s wider regional policies.

Netanyahu further referred to the possibility of a nuclear-armed Islamic republic, saying that, in his view, Britain could become one before Iran. The remarks are likely to attract attention in London and across Europe, where governments have increasingly expressed concerns over the Gaza conflict while maintaining complex diplomatic relationships with Israel.


Netanyahu Calls Britain ‘Islamic Republic Of Britain’ | Israeli PM’s Remarks Spark Fresh Controversy

Tensions between Israel and Syria continue to focus on the strategically important Golan Heights, as both sides remain locked in a dispute over territory and security.

Israel captured most of the Golan Heights from Syria in the 1967 war and later extended its laws and administration over the area. The United Nations and most of the international community continue to regard the territory as occupied Syrian land.

The situation has become more complicated since the collapse of Bashar al-Assad’s government in December 2024, when Israeli forces moved into the UN-patrolled buffer zone and expanded their military presence in southern Syria.

The latest developments come amid wider efforts to determine the future of Israel-Syria relations, with the Golan Heights remaining one of the most sensitive territorial issues in any potential agreement.

Israel, Syria Tussle Over Control of Golan Heights

A growing rift has reportedly emerged between U.S. President Donald Trump and Israeli Prime Minister Benjamin Netanyahu over the future of Gaza. Netanyahu has rejected proposals involving an Israeli troop withdrawal and Hamas disarmament, raising fresh doubts over ceasefire negotiations and the prospects for a lasting peace. The disagreement highlights deep divisions over the next phase of the Gaza conflict and regional security.

Benjamin Netanyahu Refuses to Withdraw Troops from Gaza, Rejects Hamas Disarmament Proposal

The Israeli military says it has killed several Hezbollah fighters in southern Lebanon despite an existing ceasefire, while an Israeli soldier was injured during operations. Israel says it targeted Hezbollah positions inside a security zone to eliminate threats against its forces.

The strikes come as the United Nations voices concern over extensive demolitions near Beaufort Castle, a UNESCO-listed heritage site recently added to the list of World Heritage in Danger. Meanwhile, Hezbollah continues to reject the US-backed framework agreement that calls for its disarmament and Israeli troop withdrawal.

Israel Kills Hezbollah Fighters Despite Ceasefire | UNESCO Site Damaged In Lebanon

The United States has signed a civilian nuclear agreement with Saudi Arabia, a move being presented as an energy partnership but one that is raising serious strategic questions across West Asia. While Washington says the deal supports Saudi Arabia's civilian nuclear ambitions, critics warn it could reshape the regional balance of power.

The agreement has sparked concerns in Israel over nuclear proliferation, while questions remain about uranium enrichment restrictions, International Atomic Energy Agency (IAEA) oversight, and whether the deal is linked to Saudi Arabia normalizing ties with Israel under the Abraham Accords.

US-Saudi Nuclear Deal Sparks Fears of Middle East Nuclear Arms Race | Israel, Iran on Edge

#Gravitas The search for Iran's supreme leader, Mojtaba Khamenei, has turned into a quest for the CIA and Mossad, where technology is falling short, and human intelligence is now taking centre stage.   

CIA & Mossad Try to Trace Mojtaba Khamenei Using Human Intel  | GRAVITAS 

U.S. President Donald Trump has announced what he describes as a historic agreement for the complete disarmament of Hamas, calling it a crucial step toward establishing a new governing authority in Gaza and advancing long-term peace in the region.

According to reports, mediators in Cairo have proposed a framework under which Hamas would gradually surrender its weapons, while Israeli forces would withdraw in phases. However, Israel has not fully endorsed the proposal, insisting that there will be no military withdrawal until Gaza is completely demilitarized.

Hamas has responded by saying that any handover of its heavy weapons will depend on Israel ending its military operations, withdrawing its forces, and committing to a permanent ceasefire. The proposed agreement also includes an international stabilization force and a new Palestinian police structure to oversee Gaza's future security.

Trump Announces Hamas Disarmament Deal | Israel, Hamas Yet to Fully Agree on Gaza Plan

#Gravitas Israeli Prime Minister Benjamin Netanyahu appears to have narrowed the gap with his main challenger in the race for public support for the 2026 national elections.  A poll shows Netanyahu and former Israel Defence Forces chief Gadi Eisenkot tied, with 38 percent of respondents saying they would prefer each of them to lead the country.   

Netanyahu's Poll Numbers Rise Amid Internal Turmoil

Israel's political landscape is entering a crucial phase as Prime Minister Benjamin Netanyahu faces one of the toughest elections of his career. With Knesset elections approaching, questions are mounting over whether Netanyahu can retain power or if Israel is on the verge of a major political transition.

The report examines how the recent war, shifting public opinion, strained perceptions of Netanyahu's relationship with U.S. President Donald Trump, and the rise of challenger Gadi Eisenkot are reshaping Israel's political battlefield.

 The Verdict: Netanyahu's Political Future Is a Grim One | Wion News 

The war in West Asia is entering a dangerous new phase as the conflict spreads beyond Iran and Israel, drawing more countries into the escalating crisis. Egypt has reported a drone attack near its strategic Mediterranean port of Damietta, while the United States and Saudi Arabia have jointly launched airstrikes against Iran-backed armed groups in eastern Iraq. The latest developments come after Washington resumed military strikes on Iran, prompting Tehran to retaliate with fresh attacks across the region.

According to reports, Jordan intercepted missiles fired from Iran, while Kuwait reported that an Iranian strike hit a building belonging to a Chinese company, resulting in casualties. Meanwhile, Egypt's Damietta Port, a key energy and shipping hub, was targeted in a drone attack that damaged gas-related infrastructure, raising fresh concerns over the security of global energy supply routes.

West Asia War Expands as Egypt Hit, US-Saudi Strikes Iraq and Iran Launches Fresh Attacks

Thousands of demonstrators gathered in Washington, D.C., to protest Israeli Prime Minister Benjamin Netanyahu's visit to the United States as he met President Donald Trump at the White House. Protesters called for an end to the Gaza conflict and criticized Israel's military operations, while the two leaders discussed regional security, Iran, and broader Middle East developments. Watch the latest updates, key moments from the protests, and highlights from the Trump-Netanyahu meeting.

Protests Against Benjamin Netanyahu During His Visit to the United States | Trump-Netanyahu Meet

Israeli Prime Minister Benjamin Netanyahu has described his latest White House meeting with U.S. President Donald Trump as "one of the best conversations" they have ever had. The high-level discussions focused on Iran's nuclear program, regional security, and the broader situation in West Asia following the Iran conflict. Netanyahu said both leaders reaffirmed their commitment to preventing Iran from acquiring nuclear weapons and strengthening Israel's long-term security. Meanwhile, protesters gathered outside the White House, with anti-Zionist Orthodox Jewish groups, Christian organizations, and other faith-based activists calling for an end to the war in Gaza, an end to violence in the West Bank, and a renewed push for diplomacy over military action.

Netanyahu hails Trump meeting as 'One of the Best' amid Iran tensions and White House protests

Violence has surged once again in the occupied West Bank after Palestinian officials accused Israeli settlers of setting fire to two mosques and vandalizing buildings in the village of Qusra. The Israeli military says troops were deployed to the area and confirmed evidence of arson and graffiti, though the suspects had already fled.

West Bank Violence Escalates as Settlers Torch Mosques, Israel Conducts Raids | West Asia Crisis 

Violence has flared once again in the occupied West Bank after Israeli settlers allegedly set fire to two mosques and vandalized Palestinian property in the village of Qusra. The Israeli military says troops were deployed to search for the attackers, but the suspects had already fled. The latest unrest comes days after deadly settler attacks near Nablus that left Palestinians and Israeli security personnel dead. Israeli forces also carried out widespread raids across the occupied West Bank, arresting dozens of Palestinians, while clashes erupted as troops fired tear gas at protesters and journalists.

Israeli settler violence escalates in West Bank | Mosques burned, dozens arrested | West Asia Crisis

Welcome to the latest edition of WION World Is One, bringing you the top international headlines from around the globe.

Iran has warned of a wider West Asia conflict if the United States proceeds with military action, issuing the warning ahead of the Israeli Prime Minister's visit to Washington amid escalating regional tensions.

Ukrainian President Volodymyr Zelenskyy has accused Russia of providing satellite intelligence to Iran to support attacks on U.S. military bases and Gulf facilities, adding another dimension to the ongoing geopolitical crisis.

India's Ministry of External Affairs has issued a fresh advisory urging Indian nationals to carefully assess the security situation before accepting jobs on commercial vessels operating in or transiting through the Black Sea, citing rising security risks linked to ongoing conflicts.


Iran Warns of Wider West Asia War | Zelenskyy Accuses Russia | India Issues Black Sea Advisory 

The world is witnessing a series of major developments across multiple regions.

In today's top global headlines:

Student protests continue to grow in India over the NEET paper leak controversy.
Israel intensifies military operations in Lebanon amid rising regional tensions.
Russia launches fresh strikes across Ukraine, causing destruction and civilian casualties.
Massive wildfires spread across France, forcing evacuations and emergency responses.

Stay tuned for comprehensive coverage, expert analysis, and the latest international developments shaping global politics, conflict, security, and climate events.

Watch the complete bulletin for all the latest updates.

Students' Protests Grow in India | Israel Bombards Lebanon | Russia Strikes Ukraine | Wion News 

From India's NEET protest talks to rising tensions in West Asia, today's biggest international developments are making headlines.

In this bulletin:

CJP and the government hold another round of talks over the NEET paper leak protests.
Yemen's Houthi forces claim a missile strike on Saudi Arabia.
Donald Trump says the US will not finalize a Saudi nuclear deal without normalization with Israel.
Trump threatens action after the EU's billion-dollar fine on Google.
French wildfires force mass evacuations.
China reports deaths after a deadly landslide.
Netanyahu orders a new settler outpost in the occupied West Bank.

Watch the full roundup of the biggest global developments shaping world politics, diplomacy, conflict, and international affairs.

NEET Protest | Trump's Saudi Deal | Houthi Attack |Europe Wildfires | China Landslide | Wion News 

Israel has delayed the public release of findings from internal investigations into alleged war crimes during the Gaza conflict. The postponed report reportedly covers several high-profile incidents, including strikes involving humanitarian aid workers. The delay comes as international scrutiny over Israel’s military operations and legal challenges at global courts continues to intensify.

Israel delays release of Gaza war crimes investigation findings amid international scrutiny


New York City Mayor Zohran Mamdani has confirmed that his administration is consulting legal advisers over the possibility of arresting Israeli Prime Minister Benjamin Netanyahu if he visits New York for the United Nations General Assembly in September. Netanyahu is the subject of an International Criminal Court (ICC) arrest warrant over alleged crimes against humanity related to the Gaza conflict. Mamdani, who pledged during his mayoral campaign to enforce the ICC warrant, says the matter is now under legal review. The remarks have sparked renewed debate over international law, diplomatic immunity, and the authority of local governments in the United States.

NYC Mayor Zohran Mamdani considers Netanyahu arrest during un visit | ICC warrant controversy

Israeli Prime Minister Benjamin Netanyahu has publicly declared his support for Argentina ahead of the FIFA World Cup 2026 Final against Spain. During a meeting with Argentina's ambassador to Israel, Netanyahu received an official Argentina football jersey along with a message from Argentine President Javier Milei reaffirming his support for the national team. Netanyahu praised Milei for strengthening relations between Israel and Argentina, calling the South American nation one of Israel's closest friends. His endorsement adds a political dimension to the highly anticipated World Cup final, where Lionel Messi will lead Argentina in pursuit of another historic title.

Israel PM Benjamin Netanyahu supports Argentina before the FIFA World Cup final against Spain

In today's top world headlines, India's National Security Adviser Ajit Doval urged stronger BIMSTEC cooperation to address shared security and economic challenges, including global supply chain disruptions. Iran warned that any U.S. interference in the Strait of Hormuz would cross a "red line," while explosions were reported near Iran's Jabar Port amid escalating tensions between Washington and Tehran. Israel reaffirmed its military presence in security zones across Lebanon, Syria, and Gaza, and Russian ballistic missile strikes killed civilians in Kyiv. Meanwhile, Toronto recorded the world's worst air quality due to wildfire smoke, Indian stock markets traded flat after a volatile session, and Zee Group Chairman Dr. Subhash Chandra announced the establishment of Sri Nand Kishor Goenka University in Hisar.

Iran threatens U.S. | BIMSTEC summit | Toronto air quality worsens | Kyiv missile attack | WION News

Lebanese authorities have arrested a man accused of spying for Israel and allegedly infiltrating Hezbollah's internal network in what investigators describe as one of the most significant intelligence breaches faced by the Iran-backed group in recent years. According to Lebanese investigators, the suspect allegedly provided highly sensitive intelligence that helped Israel identify and target several senior Hezbollah military commanders during 2024, including Fouad Shukur and Ibrahim Akil. Officials say the suspect maintained close access to Hezbollah's leadership and reportedly met individuals linked to Israel's Mossad intelligence agency during trips to Turkey before passing information about targets in Beirut.

Hezbollah security breach: Lebanon arrests alleged Israeli spy linked to top commanders' killings

Despite a fragile ceasefire, tensions remain elevated between Israel and Lebanon as both sides continue to exchange accusations over violations and military activity near the border. The truce has helped prevent a wider conflict, but fears of renewed escalation persist amid ongoing security concerns and regional instability.

The situation remains closely watched by international observers, with growing concerns that any miscalculation could reignite hostilities between Israel and Hezbollah.


Tensions Remain High Between Israel And Lebanon

Fighting between Israel and Hezbollah continues despite a nominal ceasefire, with fresh strikes and evacuation orders heightening tensions. Israel has urged residents to leave parts of Nabatiyeh in southern Lebanon, while reports suggest U.S. President Donald Trump expressed anger over the latest escalation. The developments have raised concerns about the risk of a wider regional conflict.

Israel Orders Nabatiyeh Evacuation As Trump Reportedly Blasts Netanyahu Over Lebanon Escalation

Israel on Tuesday (Jan 13) announced that it was withdrawing from dozens of international organisations, while ordering a wider review of cooperation with others. The nation said that persistent bias, politicisation and actions hostile to Israel were behind its decision to sever contact with several United Nations agencies and international bodies. This comes after the United States last week announced its decision to withdraw from 66 international organisations.<h2>Trump's US inspired Israel</h2>On January 7, 2025, US President Donald Trump signed an order withdrawing the United States from 66 organisations and treaties, which, as per a White House memorandum, are "contrary to the interests of the United States." Roughly half of the organisations and treaties the US exited are affiliated with the United Nations.Also read | <a href="https://www.wionews.com/world/trump-pulls-us-out-of-66-organisations-and-treaties-including-india-led-international-solar-alliance-1767847347430">Trump pulls US out of 66 organisations and treaties, including India-led International Solar Alliance | FULL LIST HERE</a>Now, seemingly inspired by the US, Israel has withdrawn from multiple UN agencies. In a statement posted on X on Tuesday, Israel's Foreign Ministry said Foreign Minister Gideon Sa'ar had ordered an immediate severing of contact with a number of UN bodies after an internal examination of their conduct. The review, the ministry said, was made after the US decision and by Israel's own experience with these organisations."Israel will immediately sever all contact with the following UN agencies and international organizations," the ministry said, adding that Sa’ar has also instructed officials "to immediately examine, in consultation with relevant government ministries, when necessary, the continued cooperation between Israel and other organizations." While naming and shaming seven organisations, the nation said that, "Further decisions will be made following thorough examination and an additional discussion."<h2>Which organisations did Israel leave and why?</h2>As per the X post by Israel’s Foreign Ministry, Tel Aviv has severed ties with the Office of the Special Representative of the UN Secretary-General for Children and Armed Conflict, which Israel accused of "shamelessly" blacklisting the Israel Defense Forces in 2024. Israel noted that it was placed on the list alongside groups such as ISIS and Boko Haram and said that the ties with the office were formally cut in June 2024.Also read | <a href="https://www.wionews.com/world/iran-accuses-us-of-plotting-regime-change-after-trump-tells-protestors-help-is-on-its-way-1768353184275">Iran accuses US of plotting 'regime change' after Trump tells protesters, 'HELP IS ON ITS WAY'</a>Israel also confirmed it has ended cooperation with UN Entity for Gender Equality and the Empowerment of Women (UNWOMEN), accusing the agency of ignoring sexual violence against Israeli women during the October 7, 2023, Hamas attack.Cooperation with UN Conference on Trade and Development (UNCTAD) and UN Economic and Social Commission for Western Asia (ESCWA) had already been frozen, said Israel, slamming what it described as "virulent anti-Israel reports annually".The nation stated that it will also disengage from the UN Alliance of Civilizations, UN Energy, and the Global Forum on Migration and Development. The Foreign Ministry accused these bodies of excluding Israel, serving as “platform for attacks against Israel,” platforms for criticism, and undermining national sovereignty.

<blockquote class="twitter-tweet">After an examination and discussion conducted following the US withdrawal from dozens of international organizations, Israel&#39;s Minister of Foreign Affairs <a href="https://twitter.com/gidonsaar?ref_src=twsrc%5Etfw">@gidonsaar</a> has decided that Israel will immediately sever all contact with the following UN agencies and international…&mdash; Israel Foreign Ministry (@IsraelMFA) <a href="https://twitter.com/IsraelMFA/status/2011119369435205875?ref_src=twsrc%5Etfw">January 13, 2026</a></blockquote> <script async src="https://platform.twitter.com/widgets.js" charset="utf-8"></script>

Israel has announced it is cutting ties with several UN agencies and international bodies. The move comes days after President Donald Trump pulled the US out of 66 international organisations. WION explains what Israel did, and why it matters.

Israel on Tuesday (Jan 13) announced that it was withdrawing from dozens of international organisations, while ordering a wider review of cooperation with others. The nation said that persistent bias, politicisation and actions hostile to Israel were behind its decision to sever contact with several United Nations agencies and international bodies. This comes after the United States last week announced its decision to withdraw from 66 international organisations. Trump's US inspired Israel On January 7, 2025, US President Donald Trump signed an order withdrawing the United States from 66 organisations and treaties, which, as per a White House memorandum, are "contrary to the interests of the United States." Roughly half of the organisations and treaties the US exited are affiliated with the United Nations. Also read | Trump pulls US out of 66 organisations and treaties, including India-led International Solar Alliance | FULL LIST HERE Now, seemingly inspired by the US, Israel has withdrawn from multiple UN agencies. In a statement posted on X on Tuesday, Israel's Foreign Ministry said Foreign Minister Gideon Sa'ar had ordered an immediate severing of contact with a number of UN bodies after an internal examination of their conduct. The review, the ministry said, was made after the US decision and by Israel's own experience with these organisations. "Israel will immediately sever all contact with the following UN agencies and international organizations," the ministry said, adding that Sa’ar has also instructed officials "to immediately examine, in consultation with relevant government ministries, when necessary, the continued cooperation between Israel and other organizations." While naming and shaming seven organisations, the nation said that, "Further decisions will be made following thorough examination and an additional discussion." Which organisations did Israel leave and why? As per the X post by Israel’s Foreign Ministry, Tel Aviv has severed ties with the Office of the Special Representative of the UN Secretary-General for Children and Armed Conflict, which Israel accused of "shamelessly" blacklisting the Israel Defense Forces in 2024. Israel noted that it was placed on the list alongside groups such as ISIS and Boko Haram and said that the ties with the office were formally cut in June 2024. Also read | Iran accuses US of plotting 'regime change' after Trump tells protesters, 'HELP IS ON ITS WAY' Israel also confirmed it has ended cooperation with UN Entity for Gender Equality and the Empowerment of Women (UNWOMEN), accusing the agency of ignoring sexual violence against Israeli women during the October 7, 2023, Hamas attack. Cooperation with UN Conference on Trade and Development (UNCTAD) and UN Economic and Social Commission for Western Asia (ESCWA) had already been frozen, said Israel, slamming what it described as "virulent anti-Israel reports annually". The nation stated that it will also disengage from the UN Alliance of Civilizations, UN Energy, and the Global Forum on Migration and Development. The Foreign Ministry accused these bodies of excluding Israel, serving as “platform for attacks against Israel,” platforms for criticism, and undermining national sovereignty.

Israel has announced it is cutting ties with several UN agencies and international bodies. The move comes days after President Donald Trump pulled the US out of 66 international organisations. WION explains what Israel did, and why it matters.

Israel says it will 'immediately sever all contact' with several UN bodies | FULL LIST HERE

Israel on Friday (Jan 2) accused New York City’s new mayor, Zohran Mamdani, of "antisemitism" after he moved swiftly to undo two executive orders issued by his predecessor that restricted city agencies from boycotting Israel and expanded how antisemitism was defined. In a sharply worded post on X on Friday, Israel’s foreign ministry said Mamdani had shown his "true face" on his first day in office by scrapping the use of the IHRA definition of antisemitism and lifting limits on boycotts of Israel.Also read | <a href="https://www.wionews.com/trending/donald-trump-ends-2025-with-hateful-late-night-truth-social-tirade-tells-rivals-to-rot-in-hell-in-ny26-1767235319298">Donald Trump ends 2025 with hateful late night Truth Social tirade, tells rivals to 'rot in hell' in NY26</a><h2>Mamdani's 'true face'?</h2>On X, the Israeli foreign ministry said that Zohran Mamdani's move wasn't "leadership" but "antisemitic gasoline on an open fire."Mamdani signed the orders just hours after being sworn in at City Hall on Thursday, reversing directives put in place by former mayor Eric Adams. Those directives had discouraged city agencies from engaging in boycotts of Israel and treated certain criticism of the Israeli state as antisemitic."On his very first day as New York City Mayor, Mamdani shows his true face: He scraps the IHRA definition of antisemitism and lifts restrictions on boycotting Israel. This isn't leadership. It's antisemitic gasoline on an open fire," the Israeli Foreign Ministry wrote on X.Also read | <a href="https://www.wionews.com/india-news/-bharat-s-future-under-unimaginable-threat-baloch-leader-warns-india-about-chinese-troops-in-pakistan-s-balochistan-1767336398462">'Bharat's future': Baloch leader warns India about 'unimaginable' Pakistan threat flags China troops in Balochistan</a><h2>Mamdani claps back</h2>Speaking to reporters on Friday, Mamdani defended his decision, saying it reflected concerns raised by a range of Jewish groups in New York. He also noted that incoming mayors are routinely given the choice to keep, amend, or revoke existing executive orders. "What we will do is actually deliver on our commitment to protect Jewish New Yorkers in a manner that is able to actually fulfil that," Mamdani said.

Israel has accused New York’s new mayor Zohran Mamdani of antisemitism after he scrapped city orders limiting boycotts of Israel and dropped the IHRA definition. Here's what Benjamin Netanyahu's nation said.

Israel on Friday (Jan 2) accused New York City’s new mayor, Zohran Mamdani, of "antisemitism" after he moved swiftly to undo two executive orders issued by his predecessor that restricted city agencies from boycotting Israel and expanded how antisemitism was defined. In a sharply worded post on X on Friday, Israel’s foreign ministry said Mamdani had shown his "true face" on his first day in office by scrapping the use of the IHRA definition of antisemitism and lifting limits on boycotts of Israel. Also read | Donald Trump ends 2025 with hateful late night Truth Social tirade, tells rivals to 'rot in hell' in NY26 Mamdani's 'true face'? On X, the Israeli foreign ministry said that Zohran Mamdani's move wasn't "leadership" but "antisemitic gasoline on an open fire." Mamdani signed the orders just hours after being sworn in at City Hall on Thursday, reversing directives put in place by former mayor Eric Adams. Those directives had discouraged city agencies from engaging in boycotts of Israel and treated certain criticism of the Israeli state as antisemitic. "On his very first day as New York City Mayor, Mamdani shows his true face: He scraps the IHRA definition of antisemitism and lifts restrictions on boycotting Israel. This isn't leadership. It's antisemitic gasoline on an open fire," the Israeli Foreign Ministry wrote on X. Also read | 'Bharat's future': Baloch leader warns India about 'unimaginable' Pakistan threat flags China troops in Balochistan Mamdani claps back Speaking to reporters on Friday, Mamdani defended his decision, saying it reflected concerns raised by a range of Jewish groups in New York. He also noted that incoming mayors are routinely given the choice to keep, amend, or revoke existing executive orders. "What we will do is actually deliver on our commitment to protect Jewish New Yorkers in a manner that is able to actually fulfil that," Mamdani said.

Israel has accused New York’s new mayor Zohran Mamdani of antisemitism after he scrapped city orders limiting boycotts of Israel and dropped the IHRA definition. Here's what Benjamin Netanyahu's nation said.

'Mamdani shows his true face': Israel accuses New York Mayor of antisemitism after IHRA policy rollback

Former hostage Matan Zangauker and his girlfriend Ilana Gritzewsky got engaged, according to a photo shared by Matan’s mother Einav on social media on Sunday overnight. The image shows the couple celebrating with champagne beside a “Will you marry me” sign at the Seminole Hard Rock Hotel in Hollywood, Florida.&nbsp;Eina, who campaigned relentlessly for her son's release after the October 7, 2023, attack, called it her “picture of victory”. Zangauker, 26, was freed in October after two years in captivity, while Gritzewsky, 31, was released in November 2023 after nearly two months.

<blockquote class="twitter-tweet">תמונת הניצחון שלי🩵 אילנה &amp; מתן <a href="https://t.co/1XQ9wSrJm8">pic.twitter.com/1XQ9wSrJm8</a>&mdash; עינב צנגאוקר (@enavezangauker) <a href="https://twitter.com/enavezangauker/status/2005431312866517185?ref_src=twsrc%5Etfw">December 29, 2025</a></blockquote> <script async src="https://platform.twitter.com/widgets.js" charset="utf-8"></script>

During the attack by Hamas on Israel, both jumped out of the window of their home and ran in separate directions after Palestinian terrorists shot at their door. Later, Gritzewsky was captured, and gunmen seized her to put between two men on a motorcycle and covered her head and face. Her captors later confirmed that Zangauker was also a hostage.<h3>Greeted with sticks, rocks, &amp; pipes</h3>Matan Zangauker told Channel 12 in November that he was greeted by “children, women, old people, lined up with sticks, with rocks, with pipes, and they started to hit me, to beat me" while he was driven into Gaza on a motorcycle on October 7.&nbsp;Zangauker said the first Israeli he encountered in the tunnels that day was the body of a dead IDF soldier, with his captors warning that he would meet the same fate. He was later held alongside Yocheved Lifshitz, also from Nir Oz, who was abducted on October 7 and released weeks later, while her husband, Oded Lifshitz, died in captivity.&nbsp;He said he was frequently moved between locations, largely within the tunnel network, and was sometimes held with other hostages and at other times alone. Despite being a civilian, Zangauker said his captors treated him as a soldier, subjecting him to beatings and food deprivation. He also said his captors used psychological pressure, feeding him false claims about their supposed battlefield gains against the Israeli military.&nbsp;After nearly two months in captivity, Gritzewsky was released in November 2023. Zangauker stated that he was unaware that Ilana had also been taken captive and believed she had managed to hide after they separated. He said he only learned of her abduction when he was permitted to watch television on November 30, the day she was released.

Eina, who campaigned relentlessly for her son's release after the October 7, 2023, attack, called it her “picture of victory”. Zangauker, 26, was freed in October after two years in captivity, while Gritzewsky, 31, was released in November 2023 after nearly two months.

Former hostage Matan Zangauker and his girlfriend Ilana Gritzewsky got engaged, according to a photo shared by Matan’s mother Einav on social media on Sunday overnight. The image shows the couple celebrating with champagne beside a “Will you marry me” sign at the Seminole Hard Rock Hotel in Hollywood, Florida. Eina, who campaigned relentlessly for her son's release after the October 7, 2023, attack, called it her “picture of victory”. Zangauker, 26, was freed in October after two years in captivity, while Gritzewsky, 31, was released in November 2023 after nearly two months.

Eina, who campaigned relentlessly for her son's release after the October 7, 2023, attack, called it her “picture of victory”. Zangauker, 26, was freed in October after two years in captivity, while Gritzewsky, 31, was released in November 2023 after nearly two months.

‘Picture of victory’: Former Israeli hostage couple engaged months after release from Hamas captivity

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