Iran holds multi-sector military drill

The Islamic Republic conducted joint naval, air, and ground exercises in the Gulf of Oman near the sensitive Strait of Hormuz. By Erin Viner The three-day maneuvers involved “the deployment…

Netanyahu announces new government

With just minutes to the deadline, Israel's longest-serving prime minister, Benjamin Netanyahu, announced success in forming the country’s 37th government. By Erin Viner After weeks of unexpectedly tough negotiations with…

Jerusalem Santa wishes all Merry Christmas

The quintessential figure issued holiday greetings to Christians around the world from a hot air balloon against the background of the Old City. By Erin Viner                                A video and…

US sanctions Iranians over protests

Washington imposed the punitive measures on Tehran’s prosecutor general and key military officials. By Erin Viner "We denounce the Iranian regime’s intensifying use of violence against its own people who…

Israel to hold terrorist’s body

Nasser Abu-Hamid, a convicted terrorist who died of cancer while serving seven life terms in Israel prison, died of lung cancer yesterday. By Erin Viner Outgoing-Israeli Defense Minister Benny Gantz…

Salome Cave dig reveals surprises

Excavations of a cave reputed to be the burial place of Jesus’ midwife Salome has found evidence that it had also served as a Christian pilgrimage site and an important…

Syria blames IDF for airstrike

Unidentified aircraft launched missile barrages toward the industrial zone of the Damascus International Airport, as well as additional targets in the rural region of Al-Saida Zainab, situated in the Rif…

Israel celebrates Hanukah

The eight-day holiday is marked on the Hebrew calendar date of 25 Kislev. This year it is taking place 18-26 December, coinciding with Christmas. It is marked with the lighting…

Iran blames currency crash on protests

The rial has lost nearly 20% of its value since the nationwide protests erupted three months ago. By Erin Viner The Islamic Republic’s troubled currency fell to a new low…