Israel’s President, Putting Off Decision on Pardon for Netanyahu, Will Push for Plea Deal

President Isaac Herzog of Israel has decided not to issue a pardon to Prime Minister Benjamin Netanyahu in his corruption case at this time, and instead will seek mediation, officials say.

By Isabel Kershner

The buzz that never leaves Beirut: Life under the shadow of Israeli drones

Fida Mikdashi reports on the psychological impact of Israeli drones in the Lebanese capital, which locals refer to as ‘the buzz’

By Fida Mikdashi

Herzog not planning to pardon Netanyahu anytime soon, wants to push for plea deal - report

President Isaac Herzog said he would “fully welcome” the sides sitting down to work through the issue, in an interview with The Jerusalem Post last year.

Netanyahu orders IDF to strike Hezbollah targets in Lebanon

Israeli Prime Minister Benjamin Netanyahu has ordered the Israeli military to strike Hezbollah targets in Lebanon “with force”, according to a statement from his office issued on Sunday. The order followed exchanges of fire across the border, with Hezbollah launching rockets and drones toward northern Israel and Israeli forces south of the Litani river. Hezbollah […]

Netanyahu orders army to ‘vigorously attack’ Hezbollah in Lebanon

Israel's Prime Minister Benjamin Netanyahu has ordered his military to "vigorously attack Hezbollah targets" in Lebanon, two days after a ceasefire was extended by three weeks.

By Emmanuel Tetteh