Israel at War
Israel declared it was at war after an unprecedented Hamas-led attack on October 7, 2023, and soon after began an operation to destroy the Palestinian militant group with airstrikes and a ground invasion of Gaza.
Israel shares ominous Gaza video: 'We started'
Israel Defense Minister Israel Katz posted a video showing a missile strike on a Gaza City building signaling the start of an intensified offensive.
Israel's 'war for peace' in Syria tests new leader's hold on power
One former Israeli official told Newsweek Israel must "balance" undermining Ahmad al-Sharaa with the risk of who may replace him.
Israel responds after leading scholars declare Gaza war a "genocide"
The statement followed a resolution by the world's top genocide scholars declaring Israel's actions in Gaza amount to genocide.
Houthi leaders targeted in massive airstrike: What we know
Israeli strikes targeted senior Houthi figures amid escalating attacks on Israel, with reports of casualties disputed by Houthi officials.
Iran eyes more firepower as war tensions rise
Iran's Army Chief declared that "we have no choice but to become stronger" amid rising tensions with Israel and the U.S.
Israel's vision to reshape the Middle East revealed
A senior Israeli diplomat told Newsweek of "really good opportunities for Israel and for neighboring people in the Middle East."
Benjamin Netanyahu reacts to Israeli strike on hospital: "Tragic mishap"
In a statement Monday, PM Benjamin Netanyahu said that the Israeli military has launched an investigation into the incident.
Israel conducts deadly strike against "fake" aid workers in Gaza
The IDF killed said it killed "five armed terrorists" posing as aid workers for World Central Kitchen in Gaza.
Israel kills Al Jazeera journalist it claims was Hamas member—What we know
Israel claims one of Gaza's most prominent reporters was a Hamas military leader in disguise. His outlet — and many others — say that's not true.
Rare aerial footage reveals destruction in Gaza
Israeli bombardment has devastated Gaza since the war began following Hamas' October 7 attacks in 2023.
Trump administration issues new warning to states
The requirement is the Trump administration's latest effort to use federal funding to promote its views on Israel.
Israel official says "no deliberate starvation in Gaza" amid backlash
"Hamas actively interferes with and disrupts aid distribution," Israeli Consul General Afir Okunis told Newsweek.
How Israel could exploit Iran's ethnic division to wage war from within
"Maybe this will be the next fall in the domino effect of this regime," a former Israeli intelligence officer told Newsweek.
How a viral image is fueling the fight over reports of starvation in Gaza
One-year-old Mohammed al-Matouq is becoming the face of the humanitarian crisis and information war playing out in the Gaza Strip,
Cracks emerge in G7 over Macron's Palestine move
Macron's announcement followed his visit to Egypt's border with Gaza in April where he witnessed the scale of the humanitarian crisis.
Europe's hostilities toward Jews and Israelis prompt antisemitism calls
From racist attacks to political protests and travel disruptions, Israelis and Jews face a broader backlash tied to the Gaza war
Israel ambassador slams France's "disgraceful" Palestinian statehood move
Israeli Ambassador to the U.N. Danny Danon told Newsweek that France's move constituted a "reward for terrorism."
Iran pivots from Russia to China in quest for new weapons after Israel war
"Strengthening air defense capabilities is clearly an urgent priority for Iran at the moment," expert Hongda Fan told Newsweek.
Syria's new leader won Trump's approval—he may soon be on Israel's hit list
"If Israel feels that a certain leader...is an evident threat to its national security, it will operate," a former Israeli envoy told Newsweek.
The Netanyahu–Trump Plan for Gaza Is a Crime Against Humanity | Opinion
It was never Israeli Prime Minister Benjamin Netanyahu's purpose to spare any Gazan lives.
Israel suffers heavy blow as Netanyahu meets Trump
The killing of five soldiers in an attack could intensify Israeli pressure for a ceasefire to end the war
Between Gaza and Iran, Israel's hidden war in the West Bank is flaring up
'Even the prospect of civil war cannot be ruled out,' an expert tracking growing violence in the West Bank told Newsweek.
Hamas issues warning to Arab countries as it mulls Trump ceasefire deal
A senior Hamas official warned "normalization with the occupation does not bring prosperity."
While world watches Iran, Putin makes headway in Ukraine
"Putin might use this perceived distraction as an opportunity to obtain further territory," a retired U.S. Colonel told Newsweek.
Iran's Khamenei survived war with Israel—now faces power struggle at home
"Khamenei's position is surely weakened," Arash Azizi, who unveiled an alleged plot against the supreme leader, told Newsweek.
Trump urges Israel-Gaza ceasefire in late night all-caps post
In a late-night Truth Social post, President Donald Trump wrote: "MAKE THE DEAL IN GAZA. GET THE HOSTAGES BACK!!!"
Exclusive: Trump is telling Israel "time is right" for Gaza deal—source
'The president is clearly interested not just in a mere 60-day ceasefire between Israel and Hamas,' a source with direct knowledge of the negotiations told Newsweek.
Trump Unleashes on Israel and Iran in White House outburst
Trump said that Israel and Iran "don't know what the f*** they're doing" as the ceasefire between the two nations faltered on Tuesday.
With Iran weakened by US and Israel, ISIS rejoices and resurges
"We should pay attention to this in our policy discussions," a former U.S. Central Command chief told Newsweek.
Iran says nuclear treaty being used to start wars not prevent them
"The NPT, a cornerstone of the non-proliferation regime, has been manipulated into a political weapon," Iran's U.N. envoy said.