*Former Trump Envoy: Without Regime Change in Tehran, Wars Will Continue*
Jason Greenblatt, former U.S. Middle East envoy and senior fellow at the Jerusalem Center for Security and Foreign Affairs (JCFA), warns that damaging Iran's nuclear program alone will not eliminate the long-term threat.
Greenblatt argues that without regime change in Tehran, Iran could rebuild its capabilities and the region could face repeated rounds of war.
*Is Mahmoud Abbas Preparing His Son to Succeed Him?*
A report by Hezbollah-affiliated Lebanese newspaper Al-Akhbar alleges that PA President Mahmoud Abbas is positioning his son Yasser for senior Fatah roles, with Israel reportedly agreeing to a possible succession without elections.
Senior PA officials deny the claims, which are based on allegedly leaked documents and remain independently unverified.
*Wall Street Ends Friday Lower as Oil Prices Remain Elevated*
According to the weekend market summary, Wall Street closed lower on Friday but ended the week with gains of approximately 2%. Oil prices hovered near $96 per barrel, while the U.S. dollar traded around NIS 3.20.
*Yahadut HaTorah Reportedly Considers Joining Coalition Without Draft Law*
Yahadut HaTorah is reportedly considering joining the government even without a new military draft exemption law. Negotiations are said to include government positions, funding, and a temporary suspension of yeshiva student enlistment and arrests.
*Israeli Forces Reportedly Arrest 55 Wanted Suspects in Judea and Samaria*
Israeli security forces reportedly arrested 55 wanted suspects during overnight operations across Judea and Samaria. In the Jordan Valley, a Palestinian suspect was reportedly found carrying a classified military map of the Gaza border area.
*Major Flight Disruptions Reported Across the United States*
A communications failure reportedly halted departures across the United States for approximately four hours, disrupting thousands of flights. Air traffic was reported to be gradually returning to normal.
*Biden Accuses Netanyahu of Broken Promises in New Memoir*
Former President Joe Biden sharply criticizes Prime Minister Benjamin Netanyahu in his upcoming memoir, accusing him of making promises he never intended to keep and prioritizing short-term political interests over Israel's long-term security, according to excerpts published by CNN.
Joe Biden and Benjamin Netanyahu during a meeting in July 2024 (Photo: GPO)
*CENTCOM Reports Interception of Two Iranian Drones Near Bahrain*
U.S. Central Command says American forces intercepted two Iranian drones heading toward Bahrain. CENTCOM also denied claims by Iran's Revolutionary Guards that a radar installation was struck, reporting no casualties or damage.
*Trump, Putin and Xi Reportedly Set for Summit in China*
The White House has reportedly confirmed a meeting between President Trump, Russian President Vladimir Putin and Chinese President Xi Jinping on Thursday. Discussions are expected to focus on Iran and global nuclear arms reduction.
*Trump May Hold Off on Further Strikes Against Iran*
President Trump has reportedly told advisers he may avoid further military strikes against Iran unless Tehran or the Houthis launch new provocations, according to Reuters. The report follows his recent warnings of possible military action.
Trump may hold off on strikes against Iran, CENTCOM reports drone interceptions near Bahrain, and Israeli forces reportedly arrested 55 suspects in Judea and Samaria. A grenade attack injured four in northern Israel, while U.S. aviation faced major disruptions.
*Iraq Rejects U.S. Demands to Restrict Trade With Iran*
Iraqi Foreign Minister Fuad Hussein says Baghdad has not implemented U.S. demands to tighten border restrictions against Iran or impose an economic blockade.
Hussein warned that such measures would effectively punish the Iraqi people and said the plan originated in Washington.
He also denied that Iranian military units are operating inside Iraq and warned that the region's current state of "no war and no peace" cannot continue indefinitely.
Photo: Iraqi Foreign Minister Fuad Hussein, archive.
*IAEA Raises Alarm Over Uncertainty Surrounding Iran's Nuclear Material*
The International Atomic Energy Agency has reportedly expressed growing concern over its inability to verify the status of Iran's Isfahan nuclear facilities.
Inspectors remain unable to access facilities damaged during previous airstrikes, leaving significant uncertainty surrounding Iran's highly enriched uranium stockpiles.
The restrictions continue to complicate international monitoring of Iran's nuclear program.
Photo: Isfahan nuclear facility in Iran, satellite image.
*Report: Russia Demands Finland Leave NATO in Proposed Peace Deal*
According to Germany's Bild newspaper, a leaked Russian proposal reportedly discussed during informal peace talks in Abu Dhabi includes demands for Finland to leave NATO, the removal of NATO bases from the Baltic states, and Russian control over all of Donbas.
In return, Moscow would reportedly withdraw its nuclear weapons from Belarus.
The reported demands have not been independently verified.
*Syria Introduces New Entry Restrictions for Foreign Tourists*
Tourists were reportedly turned away at Syrian border crossings this week after new entry requirements took effect without advance notice.
According to Israel's Kan News, Western nationals must now obtain visas in advance, while visitors from all countries require approval from a local travel agent organizing their trip.
Pro-government journalists say the measures are intended to block individuals linked to the former regime or the pro-Iranian axis.
*14 Killed, 30 Injured in Fiery Multi-Vehicle Crash in UAE*
At least 14 people were killed and 30 others injured in a devastating overnight traffic accident in Fujairah, United Arab Emirates.
According to local police, a truck driver lost control and crashed into another vehicle, triggering a chain-reaction collision involving several cars stopped in traffic. A fire broke out in the truck and spread to the other vehicles.
The Israeli Embassy in the UAE expressed its condolences to the victims' families and the Emirati government and people.
*Correction: Iranian Image Found to Be AI-Generated*
Following further review, the image was found to be AI-generated and circulated by Iranian sources to portray military achievements that did not actually occur.
We apologize for sharing the misleading image and remain committed to accurate reporting.
*Satellite Image Emerges of U.S. Radar Site in Bahrain Allegedly Attacked by Iran*
A satellite image reportedly shows the U.S. radar installation in Bahrain that Iran's Revolutionary Guards claim to have attacked and destroyed overnight.
The image has not been independently verified, and there is no official confirmation from the U.S. or Bahrain that the facility was struck or destroyed.
Photo: Satellite image of the alleged target in Bahrain.
