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I am pleased to announce that United States Ambassador to Trkiye, Tom Barrack, who has done an outstanding job,

Trump names Ambassador Tom Barrack as Special Envoy to Syria & Iraq, continuing Türkiye ambassadorship.

May 31, 2026 at 5:09 pm Donald Trump Truth Social diplomacy

I am pleased to announce that United States Ambassador to Türkiye, Tom Barrack, who has done an outstanding job, will be named Special Presidential Envoy to Syria and, likewise, Special Presidential Envoy to Iraq, as we advance our strategic cooperation with the Governments of Syria and Iraq, our relationship with them continues to grow! Tom will remain Ambassador to Türkiye, and operate with the full backing of the United States Department of State. We greatly appreciate the work that Tom Barrack has done, and his continued willingness to serve our Country. Thank you for your attention to this matter! President DONALD J. TRUMP

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terrorism August 30, 2026 at 2:42 pm 1 hour ago New

Israeli Police Seize $470,000 in Suspected Terror Funds

Israeli police seized $470,000 in suspected terror funds in southern Jerusalem, arresting a 29-year-old driver after finding concealed cash in a vehicle.

military August 30, 2026 at 1:58 pm 2 hours ago New

In order to neutralize an immediate threat: The IDF eliminated a terrorist from the military wing of the Hamas terrorist organization. The IDF attacked a short time ago in the Deir al-Balah area in the central Gaza Strip and eliminated the

IDF eliminated Hamas terrorist Hussam Osama Hussein Nazir in Deir al-Balah, Gaza, neutralizing an immediate threat to Israel.

military August 30, 2026 at 1:57 pm 2 hours ago New

Two Hamas Terrorists Killed in Khan Yunis Strike

The Israel Defense Forces confirmed the deaths of two Hamas terrorists, Yasser Abu al-Khair and Muhammad al-Adeen, in Khan Yunis.

military August 30, 2026 at 1:45 pm 2 hours ago New

The IDF eliminated two Nukhba terrorists from the military wing of the Hamas terror organization. Yesterday (Saturday), the IDF attacked in the Khan Yunis area in the southern Gaza Strip.

IDF eliminates two Nukhba terrorists in Khan Yunis, southern Gaza Strip, to neutralize threats.

Crime August 30, 2026 at 12:57 pm 3 hours ago New

British Activist Arrested in Hebron Hills Over Alleged Assault of Minor, Police Say

British activist Finn Joughin arrested in Hebron Hills for allegedly blocking a child from crossing a fence, police confirm. Investigation ongoing.

Crime August 30, 2026 at 12:46 pm 3 hours ago New

Seven suspects were detained on suspicion of spitting at a religious structure and vandalizing Muslim graves in Jerusalem as part of an initiative operation carried out by officers of the David precinct in the Jerusalem district over the weekend.

Israel Police detained seven suspects for spitting at a religious structure and vandalizing Muslim graves in Jerusalem over the weekend.

Crime August 30, 2026 at 12:43 pm 3 hours ago New

Border Police Detain 10 Palestinians Staying Illegally in Tel Aviv

Israeli Border Police arrested 10 Palestinians illegally staying in Tel Aviv during a raid on a residential building on Sunday.

Crime August 30, 2026 at 11:46 am 4 hours ago New

A security incident has been solved in which minors were operated by an Iranian agent, following a covert investigation led by the Asher District’s Major Crimes Unit in cooperation with Lahav 433 and security elements.

Israel Police solved a security incident where minors were operated by an Iranian agent, uncovering a plot involving recruitment and espionage.

lifestyle August 30, 2026 at 11:13 am 5 hours ago New

Popular Singer Talks a Man Off a Roof

Popular Israeli singer Yehuda Poliker successfully persuaded a man threatening suicide from a central Israel rooftop to come down safely.

Politics August 30, 2026 at 10:42 am 5 hours ago New

Ben Gvir to Islamic Jihad Prisoners: Israeli Hostages Didnt Get Shampoo

Israeli Minister Ben Gvir told Islamic Jihad prisoners their conditions were reduced to the minimum, mirroring the harsh treatment of Israeli hostages.