Iran Claims War With US, Israel President Masoud Pezeshkian said Iran is in a “full-fledged war” with the US, Israel and Europe, citing sanctions and pressure. He said Iran is militarily stronger than in the 1980s and warned of a decisive response if attacked.

Masked Gang Torches Vehicles in Givat Bar Masked suspects breached Givat Bar in the Negev overnight, setting vehicles on fire and vandalizing property. Police believe the arson was retaliation for arrests made during a nearby operation in Tarabin and arrested several suspects.

Italy Busts €8M Hamas Funding Network Italian police arrested nine suspects over an alleged €8 million Hamas fundraising network using charities as cover. Authorities seized assets, said most donations were diverted to Hamas operations, and cited international cooperation.

Protest Disrupts London Westfield Mall Hundreds of anti-Israel activists disrupted Boxing Day shopping at Westfield Stratford City, waving flags and chanting over UK arms exports. The protest focused on demands to release the “Filton 24,” with no arrests reported.

Suspect Arrested After Shots Near Checkpoint Israeli forces arrested a suspect after shots were fired near the Hasmonean checkpoint near the security fence. No injuries were reported. The suspect is in under arrest for interrogation.

Hamas Moves to Replace Sinwar Hamas is preparing internal elections to select a successor to Yahya Sinwar, eliminated by Israel in 2024. The Shura Council is expected to vote soon, with Khalil al-Hayya and Khaled Meshaal named as leading contenders.

Shavua Tov ✨ Wishing you all a calm, steady, and good week ahead. May it bring good news, small victories, and moments of light. 🌿💙

Republicans Seek Probe Into Omar Finances A watchdog group is reviewing Rep. Ilhan Omar’s financial disclosures after reports of a rapid net worth increase tied to her husband’s firms, as Republicans link the scrutiny to Minnesota’s fraud scandal.

Pentagon Awards Boeing F-15 Deal for Israel The US Defense Department awarded Boeing an $8.6B contract to design and deliver 25 F-15IA fighter jets for the Israeli Air Force, with an option for 25 more. Production will run through 2035.

Trump Warns Iran And Pressures Hamas After Netanyahu Talks President Donald Trump said the US could back another strike on Iran if it rebuilds missile or nuclear programs, following reports Tehran is restoring capabilities at new sites. After meeting Prime Minister Netanyahu

Iran Developing Unconventional Missile Warheads Iran’s IRGC is developing chemical and biological warheads for ballistic missiles while rebuilding launchers and stockpiles after June’s war. Israeli intelligence assesses Iran is accelerating missile reconstruction.

Protests Spread Across Iran as Economic Crisis Deepens Nationwide protests expanded across Iran for a second day as strikes, shop closures, and demonstrations intensified over a collapsing economy and record currency declines. Security forces clashed with protesters as unrest

Israel Revokes Aid Group Licenses Over Terror Links Israel has begun revoking licenses from several international aid groups operating in Judea and Samaria and Gaza, including Doctors Without Borders, after failures to complete registration and security screening. Officials

Saudi Strikes Spark Emergency in Yemen Yemen’s anti-Houthi authorities declared a state of emergency after Saudi airstrikes hit the port of Mukalla, targeting weapons Riyadh said were bound for the UAE-backed Southern Transitional Council. The move highlights rising Saudi-UAE

UN Council Debates Israel’s Somaliland Recognition The UN Security Council held an emergency meeting after Israel recognized Somaliland, drawing criticism from several members. The US accused the council of double standards, noting no similar debate over recognition of a

Hamas Document Signals Preparations for Future Attacks An internal Hamas document uncovered by Ad Kan outlines lessons from the war and preparations for future coordinated attacks involving Gaza, Judea and Samaria, and Lebanon. According to Ad Kan chairman Gilad Ach, the

Knesset Bill Targets Mosque Loudspeaker Noise Israeli lawmakers advanced a bill requiring permits for mosque loudspeakers used for the call to prayer, citing public health and noise concerns. The proposal would allow police to suspend broadcasts, confiscate equipment, and impose

Pittsburgh Synagogue Shooter Appeals Death Sentence Attorneys for Robert Bowers filed a 500-page appeal seeking a resentencing, citing alleged juror selection errors and improper shackling during trial. Bowers was convicted for the 2018 Tree of Life synagogue massacre that

Princeton Gaza Course Sparks Antisemitism Backlash Princeton University is facing criticism over a course describing “genocide in Gaza” and comparing it to the Holocaust. Lawmakers and Jewish groups say the framing misrepresents Israel’s self-defense and risks fueling campus

Smotrich Calls for Expanded Counter-Terror Measures Israeli Finance Minister Bezalel Smotrich urged broader military operations in Judea and Samaria and tougher enforcement against employing illegal Palestinian workers, citing a surge in attacks. He also renewed calls to