January 27, 2026

Hamas seeks to integrate 10,000 terrorists into Gaza administration

Hamas wants to integrate about ten thousand of the organization's police into a new government for Gaza, supported by the United States.

Retrieved January 27, 2026, from Israel News | Israel National News

 

Cleared for publication: Israel investigating large-scale scandal of smuggling into Gaza

The Ashkelon Magistrate’s Court has lifted a publication ban to allow disclosure that a broad investigation is underway into the alleged smuggling of goods from Israel into Gaza, reportedly involving Israeli citizens.

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Middle East officials concerned Trump may strike Iran in coming days

US warships and jets are moving toward Iran, raising fears of an imminent strike as Tehran and its proxies threaten retaliation and regional leaders warn of a potential wider conflict.

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Three arrested: Attack on Israeli embassy in Azerbaijan foiled

Three suspects were arrested for allegedly working for the Islamic State and planning to attack the Israeli Embassy in Baku.

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Saudi Arabia's Islamist Pivot Raises Concerns in Israel, US

Israeli officials, Jewish organizations in the United States, and supporters of Israel are voicing mounting concern that Saudi Arabia might be reorienting its regional posture away from moderation and toward Islamist and Muslim Brotherhood-aligned forces — a shift that could carry significant consequences for U.S. allies and regional stability.

The unease follows a recent rise in antisemitic and anti-Israel rhetoric emanating from Saudi state-linked media and prominent Saudi voices, alongside what analysts describe as Riyadh's increasing alignment with countries and movements associated with political Islam.

The trend has unsettled groups that once viewed Saudi Arabia as a potential cornerstone of Arab-Israeli normalization and a counterweight to Iran.

Retrieved January 27, 2026, from Saudi Arabia's Islamist Pivot Raises Concerns in Israel, US | Newsmax.com

January 26, 2026

Years-long saga ends: Body of final hostage, Ran Gvili, returns to Israel

Ran Gvili, of blessed memory, has been identified and returned for burial. No hostages, alive or deceased, in Gaza the first time since 2014.

Retrieved January 26, 2026, from Israel News | Israel National News

 

Iran judiciary vows 'no leniency' for anti-regime protesters

Iran’s judiciary chief vows “no leniency" for protest suspects as rights groups report thousands killed and mass arrests.

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Study: Turkey displays antisemitism and hostility towards Israel

A new Institute for Jewish People Policy study highlights deep hostility toward Israel, normalization of Hamas, and strongly antisemitic discourse in media associated with Erdoğan’s regime in Turkey.

Retrieved January 26, 2026, from Study: Turkey displays antisemitism and hostility towards Israel | Israel National News