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Jacob Magid

The Times of Israel

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Iran, US agree on roadmap to reach deal in 60 days and will continue talks all week, mediators say

Iran, US agree on roadmap to reach deal in 60 days and will continue talks all week, mediators say

Statement by Qatar and Pakistan comes after US, Iranian sources clash over whether nuclear program was discussed, other issues; Netanyahu: War created...

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Trump claims he can control IDF actions in Lebanon because Israelis respect him

Trump claims he can control IDF actions in Lebanon because Israelis respect him

Despite claim, Israel said to rebuff private US request to withdraw from Lebanon; president says relationship with Netanyahu is ‘good, but we have...

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Trump calls Netanyahu a ‘warrior PM,’ touts ‘great’ ties with Israel amid tensions over Iran

Trump calls Netanyahu a ‘warrior PM,’ touts ‘great’ ties with Israel amid tensions over Iran

US intel reportedly says Netanyahu actions in Lebanon expected to undermine deal; Israeli TV: American officials working to establish informal...

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Israel and Hezbollah renew ceasefire after flare-up, but IDF to stay in southern Lebanon

Israel and Hezbollah renew ceasefire after flare-up, but IDF to stay in southern Lebanon

Recognizing Iran’s ability to influence Hezbollah in ways that Lebanon can’t, US and Qatar broker truce through Tehran, rather than Beirut, after...

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Trump rehashes old grudge with Netanyahu as space for GOP criticism of Israel expands

Trump rehashes old grudge with Netanyahu as space for GOP criticism of Israel expands

For first time in over 2 years, US president brings up purported last-minute Israeli abandonment of op to kill Soleimani, as Jerusalem’s policy in...

19.06.2026 50

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First round of US-Iran talks in Switzerland called off, clouding prospects for lasting truce

First round of US-Iran talks in Switzerland called off, clouding prospects for lasting truce

Announcement comes after White House said Vance wouldn’t go to Burgenstock overnight; US official tells Axios delay may be due to Iranian objections...

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Trump: ‘We expect a complete ceasefire’ between Hezbollah and Israel

Trump: ‘We expect a complete ceasefire’ between Hezbollah and Israel

Netanyahu vows IDF to stay in Lebanon amid US and Iranian pressure; Israeli envoy to US says Jerusalem remains committed to separate truce with Beirut...

19.06.2026 50

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Trump suggests Israel in no place to criticize Iran deal for not joining 2020 strike on Soleimani

Trump suggests Israel in no place to criticize Iran deal for not joining 2020 strike on Soleimani

US president spends much of G7 press conference haranguing Israel, which he calls a ‘very small partner’ as he lashes out at ‘those so-called...

18.06.2026 50

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As deal takes force, Trump says ‘it’s okay’ for Iran to have some ballistic missiles

As deal takes force, Trump says ‘it’s okay’ for Iran to have some ballistic missiles

US president claims at G7 that additional strikes would have led to global economic catastrophe before again threatening to bomb the Islamic Republic...

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‘Will never produce nuclear weapons’: 14-point memorandum of understanding between the US and Iran

‘Will never produce nuclear weapons’: 14-point memorandum of understanding between the US and Iran

Sides declare ‘immediate, permanent end to war on all fronts, including Lebanon’; fate of Iran’s enriched uranium will be ‘adequately...

17.06.2026 60

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US weighs boosting ties with PA as it seeks to advance Gaza plan and Abraham Accords

US weighs boosting ties with PA as it seeks to advance Gaza plan and Abraham Accords

Officials tell ToI that sides have been holding talks with aim of signing MOU, which PA hopes will lead to reopening of DC diplomatic office shuttered...

17.06.2026 60

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US says Trump, Vance and Iran’s Ghalibaf ‘digitally’ signed Iran deal on Sunday

US says Trump, Vance and Iran’s Ghalibaf ‘digitally’ signed Iran deal on Sunday

Terms of deal still not published; US official says MOU not conditioned on IDF withdrawal from Lebanon; Trump claims Hormuz will be fully open by...

15.06.2026 70

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Senior US official: Pending deal ‘leads to’ Washington getting Iran’s enriched uranium

Senior US official: Pending deal ‘leads to’ Washington getting Iran’s enriched uranium

Agreement includes Lebanon, but leaves Israel with right to self-defense, official says, expressing belief Jerusalem will back it; Iran’s FM says it...

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Tony Blair takes on larger role as US-led Board of Peace struggles to advance Gaza plan

Tony Blair takes on larger role as US-led Board of Peace struggles to advance Gaza plan

Former UK prime minister to assume a more managerial role on US-led body, while also taking on responsibilities relating to aid and continuing...

12.06.2026 50

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Gaza mediators glum on chances for breakthrough before Israeli elections in the fall

Gaza mediators glum on chances for breakthrough before Israeli elections in the fall

Mideast diplomats say Netanyahu’s cooperation with Trump plan diminishing as campaigning ramps up, fear he’ll renew war; US official insists...

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Trump calls off strikes on Iran, claims agreement could be signed this weekend in Europe

Iran says no final decision made following latest US claim that agreement is at hand; Netanyahu’s office calls deal an ’emerging MoU regarding...

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Trump: US to hit Iran ‘VERY HARD’ tonight, may take Kharg Island, despite ongoing talks

US president claims the Iranian energy hub will be captured soon, but he’s unsure Americans can ‘stomach’ it; Qatari mediators leave Tehran...

11.06.2026 50

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External audit finds PA no longer rewarding security prisoners — diplomats

Western officials tell ToI that global consulting firm’s initial review shows Ramallah reformed welfare program to be needs-based instead of ,...

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Trump: Iran taking too long to negotiate deal, ‘now they’ll have to pay the price!’

US president says he may order fresh strikes on Iranian infrastructure; Tehran touts ‘inherent right of self-defense,’ says US strikes in south...

10.06.2026 50

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Trump accuses Iran of downing US helicopter over Hormuz, vows retaliation

But US president also tells WSJ that the incident ‘wasn’t a big deal,’ says ‘the pilot is fine’; IDF chief touts plans to deal ‘more...

09.06.2026 50

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In rare critique, senior PA official says Abbas’s exclusion of political rivals is mistaken

Jibril Rajoub tells ToI that those backing exiled ex-security chief Dahlan shouldn’t be forced to sign amnesty request detailing their infractions,...

07.06.2026 70

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85 House Dems urge Trump to back up anti-annexation rhetoric with action against E1 settlements

In letter to Rubio obtained by ToI, US lawmakers warn ‘window for meaningful intervention’ against project, which cuts off Palestinians in the...

05.06.2026 60

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Trump said to yell at Netanyahu: ‘You’re f**king crazy. You’d be in prison if not for me’

Phone call over Lebanon said to see furious US president ‘steamroll’ PM and accuse him of ingratitude, saying, ‘I’m saving your ass’

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Trump announces fresh Lebanon truce as Netanyahu appears to call off Beirut strikes

Hezbollah keeps attacking north despite declaration of ceasefire, which US president reportedly demanded PM agree to: ‘I’m saving your ass....

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Gaza mediators to resume Hamas disarmament talks in Egypt looking to unblock impasse

Arab diplomats tell Times of Israel that negotiators are considering alternatives to Trump’s 20-point plan in bid to jumpstart process stalled by...

01.06.2026 60

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Jacob Magid

Trump meeting to make ‘final determination’ on Iran deal said to end with no decision

Tehran denies US president’s suggestion that agreement announced by White House includes nuclear concessions; deal includes $300B fund for Iran’s...

29.05.2026 80

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White House: US, Iran negotiators have agreed to MoU, but Trump’s approval still needed

US official says president wants a couple days before deciding; Iran says it also hasn’t given final OK; MoU extends truce by 60 days, opens Hormuz...

28.05.2026 80

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Jacob Magid

Trump says US ‘not satisfied’ in talks with Iran, days after claiming deal imminent

Trump reiterates call for Gulf states to join Abraham Accords, implies talks slowing as US denies committing to lifting blockade, pulling troops from...

27.05.2026 60

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Ambassador to US slams minister’s ‘disgusting’ remark that Reform rabbi marries dogs

Yechiel Leiter’s condemnation of May Golan’s attack on MK Gilad Kariv comes as over 500 Jewish leaders demand envoy himself apologize for calling...

21.05.2026 80

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Board of Peace urges countries that promised funds for Gaza to pay up

Document obtained by ToI acknowledges ‘gap’ between the $17B pledged to reconstruct Strip and actual donations; Smotrich nixes US request to...

20.05.2026 90

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Israeli envoy to US calls J Street a ‘cancer within the Jewish community’

Yechiel Leiter brands liberal Zionist lobby ‘duplicitous,’ appears to reject its Jewish identity; J Street leader: Israel ‘should be engaging...

19.05.2026 70

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Backers of Abbas rival excluded from Fatah confab, despite Egypt’s push for inclusivity

After PA president gave non-committal response to visiting Egyptian official, members of Dahlan-led faction left out of major gathering where...

16.05.2026 100

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Porous ceasefire extended for 45-days after third round of Israel-Lebanon talks

US says two days of talks ‘highly productive,’ while Israeli envoy says ‘potential for success is great,’ even as Hezbollah clashes with...

15.05.2026 70

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Trump says he’s OK with Iran suspending nuke program for 20 years if there’s a ‘real’ commitment

President appears to back away from his previous demand for a total end to Iranian enrichment and pledge to ensure Iran never attains nuclear weapons;...

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Trump says ‘decimation’ of Iran’s army ‘to be continued’ after he and China’s Xi discuss Hormuz

Trump: Xi pledged China won’t send military gear to Iran; US House narrowly rejects bid to rein in Trump’s war powers; Netanyahu: ‘The regime of...

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US thought Iran war would hasten Gaza’s demilitarization. Instead, Hamas is emboldened

While Washington believed conflict would leave a weakened Tehran unable to aid its proxies, Hamas has dug in on refusing to disarm and like its patron...

14.05.2026 100

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Board of Peace envoy: Hamas tightening its grip on Gaza, taxing those with nothing left

Mladenov says disarmament plan wouldn’t force the terror group to disappear as political movement, stresses Hamas would hand over weapons to...

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Jacob Magid

US-Iran talks stalled after Tehran tried skirting up-front nuke concessions — officials

Washington wanted temporary ceasefire that included Iran compromises on its nuclear program, but Islamic Republic demanded permanent truce followed by...

13.05.2026 90

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In first official confirmation, US envoy says Israel sent Iron Dome to UAE

Attending Israeli Independence Day event at mission in NY, Ambassador to UN Mike Waltz reveals air defense system was used to defend against Iranian...

12.05.2026 90

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Israeli envoy takes rare swipe at US Jewish groups for cosponsoring Spanish exhibit

Yechiel Leiter says partnering with embassy for show on Jewish life in Moorish Spain ‘risks lending legitimacy to government working to vilify...

10.05.2026 90

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UAE sends Board of Peace $100 million for training of new Gaza police force — officials

Transfer is largest sum US-led oversight body has received to date after $17 billion in pledges, indicating Abu Dhabi’s commitment to initiative...

08.05.2026 100

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US to host third round of talks between Israel and Lebanon next week

Military representatives from each side set to participate for the first time, Israeli official says, as the sides aim to advance concrete measures...

07.05.2026 90

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US doubles down on urging Lebanese president to meet Netanyahu, unfazed by his refusal

Washington says direct engagement is best way to swiftly advance peace and security deals, after Aoun said agreements must proceed meeting; Rubio:...

06.05.2026 90

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Iran threatens Hormuz shipping, as Trump said to shelve strikes amid diplomacy

Trump: ‘I’ll let you know’ when Iran breaks truce; UAE reports Iranian attacks for second day in a row; Israel ‘closely monitoring’ and...

06.05.2026 100

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Board of Peace won’t hold Israel to truce terms if Hamas doesn’t okay disarmament offer

In ToI-obtained letter, US-led body implicitly admits Israel not adhering to key parts of ceasefire’s 1st phase, but says it won’t have to if...

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Board of Peace denies plans to shut down ceasefire coordination HQ in Israel’s south

A Reuters report alleges that the center is to be folded into the as-yet unformed International Stabilization Force as ceasefire frays and Hamas...

01.05.2026 90

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Iran submits new proposal to end war; Trump says he’s ‘not satisfied’

Offer sent via Pakistan said to envision US unwinding blockade at start of Hormuz talks rather than as precondition; suggests nuclear negotiations in...

01.05.2026 100

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US urges Lebanese president to meet Netanyahu, suggests sit-down could lead to IDF pullout

US embassy in Lebanon says direct engagement with Israel ‘can mark the beginning of a national revival,’ as political leaders in Beirut remain at...

01.05.2026 100

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US says PA continuing to pay security prisoners despite reformed welfare criteria

Citing information from Israeli government and groups critical of the Palestinian Authority, State Department informs Congress that Ramallah not...

30.04.2026 100

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Biden’s deputy secretary of state: Netanyahu helped ‘create a genocide in Gaza’

Veteran Jewish diplomat Wendy Sherman says US also responsible for what unfolded in the Strip, then clarifies that she can’t make legal analysis...

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