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Isaac Herzog meets with 'Make-A-Wish' child who wished to know the feeling of being president
After the visit, Arbel Rot was given a tour of the Knesset, followed by a family vacation in Jerusalem, according to Make-A-Wish Israel.
Could an Ethiopian Israeli become prime minister, president, or chief rabbi? - opinion
Trump pitches Vance to donors as next presidential candidate in private meeting - report
Brown University president Christina Paxson to step down after Trump administration clashes
Chile, Honduras return ambassadors to Israel for first time since October 7
During his meeting with Chile's ambassador, Herzog addressed ongoing diplomatic efforts surrounding the Gaza conflict and referred to the Trump Board of Peace initiative.
Detained Myanmar leader met by Red Cross for first contact since ousting of gov't in coup
The Nobel Prize winner has been in detention since February 2021, when Myanmar's military ousted an elected civilian government led by her in a dawn coup.
Iran war risks becoming America’s next Vietnam - opinion
Four months into the Iran campaign, the US risks repeating Vietnam by relying on gradual pressure over decisive victory.
Herzog calls Bahrain 'important partner in shaping Middle East future' during phone call with king
Bahrain has come under several Iranian missile and drone attacks in recent weeks, with Bahraini residents telling N12 News on July 19 that Israel should renew strikes against Iran over the attacks.
Jewish Hungarian chess legend Judit Polgar declines nomination for president
I do not feel enough strength within me to take on the historic responsibility of uniting a divided nation, so I am unable to accept the request," Polgar said in a Facebook post.
Jewish chess trailblazer Judit Polgár tapped for Hungary's presidency
“Judit Polgár's name has been synonymous with talent and perseverance for decades,” Prime Minister Magyar wrote, adding that it would be a personal honor if she accepted the nomination.
Lebanon's Aoun marks first trip to Trump's White House with Hezbollah disarmament plan - analysis
Aoun, who served as the commander of Lebanon's US-backed army before being elected president last year, is the first Lebanese head of state in nearly 20 years to visit the White House.
Hungary President Tamas Sulyok signs constitutional amendment ending his term in office
The legislation was part of Magyar's drive to dismantle former Prime Minister Viktor Orban's bastions of power, for which Magyar says he received a strong mandate from voters.
What Lindsey Graham's passing says about Israel's standing in US politics - comment
Israel enjoyed massive bipartisan support in Congress because representatives followed public opinion. Public opinion has now changed, as a third of Americans believe Israel has committed genocide.
Withdrawal cannot be a gesture of faith: US, Israel must align on Lebanon - editorial
“We did not ask anyone’s permission to enter Lebanon, and we do not need permission to stay in Lebanon,” Israel Katz said, adding that Israeli forces would remain until Hezbollah is disarmed.
