Israel Iran War

Iran war begins to hit China’s economy as costs surge

The war in Iran is weighing on China’s economy, with car sales plunging, toy factories shutting down, and thousands of workers taking to the streets following a surge in plastic and energy prices.

An illustration of cargo containers containing the flags of China and Iran.
MOSSAD CHIEF David Barnea attends a conference of the Institute for National Security Studies (INSS) in Tel Aviv earlier this year. On Sunday, he met with US envoy Steve Witkoff and a senior Qatari official, says the writer.

Mossad head Barnea highlights operational capabilities, strategic success against Iran, Hezbollah

IDF troops active in Southern Lebanon, published on April 28, 2026.

IDF strikes Hezbollah in Lebanon, Trump unhappy with Iranian proposal

Prime Minister Benjamin Netanyahu speaks to IDF generals on April 27, 2026

Trump unhappy with Iranian proposal, Israelis receive threatening messages from hackers


Two Druze Remembrance Day ceremony attendees accuse gov't of 'baseless promises, destroying homes'

“The Druze have fought for the state, and will continue to fight for their rights in their country," Sheikh Mowafaq Tarif said. “The state must carry the burden of proof and action."

 Druze community military ceremony in Usfiya

Mossad agent killed abroad significantly influenced Iran war, Barnea reveals

Barnea did not specify who M. was, when they fell, or which incident it was. He did not say where M. fell, only noting that it was outside of Israel's borders.

Mossad head David Barnea speaks on Israel's Rememberance Day on April 21, 2026.

Trump says new Iran deal will be better than before, Vance to travel to Islamabad for negotiations

US using sea drones to clear mines in Hormuz • Disruptions reported during Remembrance Day • Mossad, Shin Bet, IDF announce joint bust of global Iranian terror network

US President Donald Trump, flanked by Secretary of Defense Pete Hegseth, speaks during a press conference in the James S. Brady Press Briefing Room at the White House in Washington, DC, US, April 6, 2026.

Israel cannot demand unity while governing inequality - opinion

Israel asks citizens to fight together, to sacrifice together, and to carry the weight of war and uncertainty together, and yet it governs them as if they are not equal partners in that burden.

PRIME MINISTER Benjamin Netanyahu is seen at the Knesset plenum.

Why military brass kept Trump sidelined during high-stakes Iranian extraction operation - report

Military aides kept Trump out of the Situation Room during the high-stakes Iran rescue mission of a US airman, fearing his temper would derail the mission.

US President Donald Trump walks after speaking to the press, as he arrives at Phoenix Sky Harbor International Airport in Phoenix, Arizona, US, April 17, 2026

Iran rejects second round of US talks, claims Washington broke ceasefire

US Navy seizes Iranian ship attempting to pass Hormuz • Netanyahu, Milei meet in Jerusalem • Trump says Iran committed 'serious' ceasefire violation, still wants deal

IRAN'S FOREIGN Ministry spokesman Esmaeil Baghaei attends an interview, amid the US-Israeli conflict with Iran, in Tehran, Iran, April 5, 2026.

IDF announces soldier falls in Lebanon, schools to reopen nationwide

Strait of Hormuz traffic falls to single digits • Kamala claims Netanyahu dragged Trump into Iran war • IRGC says it will target vessels in Hormuz, orders vessels to stay anchored

US President Donald Trump addresses a Turning Point USA event entitled "Build the Red Wall" at Dream City Church in Phoenix, Arizona, on April 17, 2026.

Israelis suffer negative effects on health-related behavior due to Iran war - study

A Hebrew University study found that during the war, Israelis struggled with increased consumption of ultra-processed foods and a decrease in sleep and physical activity.

Israelis take cover around a small, overcrowded bomb shelter in a public park as sirens sound during Iranian missile attacks on April 6, 2026 in Hod Hasharon, central Israel.

Iran negotiators, citing possible Israeli attack, got Pakistan escort home from peace talks

Two dozen jets, along with Pakistan's Airborne Warning and Control System for aerial surveillance, were deployed to escort the Iranian delegation back from Islamabad.

A convoy heads toward the Serena Hotel, as delegations from the United States and Iran are expected to hold peace talks, in Islamabad, Pakistan, April 11, 2026.

Trump says Iran agreed to stop funding Hamas and Hezbollah, Iran denies claims

IDF officers in southern Lebanon report they were not informed of ceasefire deal • Lebanon president says ceasefire should move to permanent agreements • Trump: Iran will hand over uranium

US President Donald Trump addresses a Turning Point USA event entitled "Build the Red Wall" at Dream City Church in Phoenix, Arizona, on April 17, 2026.