Netanyahu campaigns for reelection in Israel
LiveNOW’s Austin Westfall is speaking with Prof. Alon Burstein with the @Israel-Palestine-Report as polls inside Israel show concerns for Israeli Prime Minister Benjamin Netanyahu’s party. It appears Netanyahu is falling behind in the polls ahead of an October 27 election, suggesting the veteran leader could face a difficult road ahead if he wants to remain in power.
LiveNOW’s Austin Westfall is speaking with Prof. Alon Burstein with the @Israel-Palestine-Report as polls inside Israel show concerns for Israeli Prime Minister Benjamin Netanyahu’s party. It appears Netanyahu is falling behind in the polls ahead of an October 27 election, suggesting the veteran leader could face a difficult road ahead if he wants to remain in power.
Hormuz deal stalled, blockade against Iran continues
President Donald Trump has recently said, when it comes to Iran, military action remains an option if diplomacy fails. This comes as Trump renewed his warning to Iran this week, saying the U.S. could strike the country "really hard" if negotiations between Washington and Tehran collapse again. LiveNOW’s Austin Westfall is speaking with Prof. Alon Burstein from the @Israel-Palestine-Report as Trump continues to signal that a deal could be made to stop the ongoing conflict very soon.
President Donald Trump has recently said, when it comes to Iran, military action remains an option if diplomacy fails. This comes as Trump renewed his warning to Iran this week, saying the U.S. could strike the country "really hard" if negotiations between Washington and Tehran collapse again. LiveNOW’s Austin Westfall is speaking with Prof. Alon Burstein from the @Israel-Palestine-Report as Trump continues to signal that a deal could be made to stop the ongoing conflict very soon.
Hamas disarmament deal faces concerns from Israel
More news is coming in this week as President Donald Trump says he will halt new strikes against Iran for now. In his social media post this weekend, Trump said Israel is joining his commitment to end the war by implementing the ceasefire deal. Israel did not publicly comment on the announcement. LiveNOW’s Austin Westfall is speaking with Prof. Alon Burstein with the @Israel-Palestine-Report as reports emerge that indicate Israel has now shared “serious security concerns” with the White House surrounding a proposed disarmament deal with Hamas.
More news is coming in this week as President Donald Trump says he will halt new strikes against Iran for now. In his social media post this weekend, Trump said Israel is joining his commitment to end the war by implementing the ceasefire deal. Israel did not publicly comment on the announcement. LiveNOW’s Austin Westfall is speaking with Prof. Alon Burstein with the @Israel-Palestine-Report as reports emerge that indicate Israel has now shared “serious security concerns” with the White House surrounding a proposed disarmament deal with Hamas.
Trump claims deal reached for Hamas disarmament, Israeli military withdrawal from Gaza
President Donald Trump said Thursday that a deal has been reached for Hamas to disarm and Israel to withdraw its forces from Gaza.
President Donald Trump said Thursday that a deal has been reached for Hamas to disarm and Israel to withdraw its forces from Gaza.
Netanyahu joins Trump for high-stakes meeting
We are learning more today after President Donald Trump welcomed Israeli Prime Minister Benjamin Netanyahu to the White House Tuesday. The two focused on the next phase of the ongoing U.S. standoff with Iran. Netanyahu is in Washington, D.C., attending the funeral service of Sen. Lindsey Graham whom he has previously called a dear friend not just to Israel, but to himself. LiveNOW’s Shawna Khalafi is speaking with Washington-based correspondent with JNS, Mike Wagenheim, to understand what the future impacts of the meeting might be.
We are learning more today after President Donald Trump welcomed Israeli Prime Minister Benjamin Netanyahu to the White House Tuesday. The two focused on the next phase of the ongoing U.S. standoff with Iran. Netanyahu is in Washington, D.C., attending the funeral service of Sen. Lindsey Graham whom he has previously called a dear friend not just to Israel, but to himself. LiveNOW’s Shawna Khalafi is speaking with Washington-based correspondent with JNS, Mike Wagenheim, to understand what the future impacts of the meeting might be.
Israel reports Iran attack amid fragile ceasefire
We are learning more this weekend as Israel says that Iran has launched an attack, which is being described as the first such bombardment since a fragile ceasefire took effect in early April. This comes as President Donald Trump works on mediation efforts in the region and an end to ongoing conflict. According to The Associated Press, Iran's state broadcaster confirmed the missile launches and cited the armed forces as saying that "if Israel responds to Iranian attacks or does not stop its attacks on Lebanon, Iranian attacks will continue."
We are learning more this weekend as Israel says that Iran has launched an attack, which is being described as the first such bombardment since a fragile ceasefire took effect in early April. This comes as President Donald Trump works on mediation efforts in the region and an end to ongoing conflict. According to The Associated Press, Iran's state broadcaster confirmed the missile launches and cited the armed forces as saying that "if Israel responds to Iranian attacks or does not stop its attacks on Lebanon, Iranian attacks will continue."
Israel and Lebanon agree to renew ceasefire deal
We are learning more this week as Israel and Lebanon revealed that they would extend a ceasefire agreement, with the latter creating new security zones where Hezbollah operatives would be banned. Reports say the deal came after the latest round of U.S.-mediated talks hosted by the State Department. LiveNOW’s Alexandra Goldberg is speaking with retired Marine Corps intelligence officer and strategic risk assessment professional Hal Kempfer as the new agreement would create zones in Lebanon where Hezbollah would be banned.
We are learning more this week as Israel and Lebanon revealed that they would extend a ceasefire agreement, with the latter creating new security zones where Hezbollah operatives would be banned. Reports say the deal came after the latest round of U.S.-mediated talks hosted by the State Department. LiveNOW’s Alexandra Goldberg is speaking with retired Marine Corps intelligence officer and strategic risk assessment professional Hal Kempfer as the new agreement would create zones in Lebanon where Hezbollah would be banned.
Weekend of attacks leaves Iran peace deal in limbo
LiveNOW’s Mike Pache is speaking with Fox News’ Max Gorden who is coming to us live from Tel Aviv with the latest updates on the ongoing Iran war. This comes as the fate of the current peace proposal between the United States and Iran remains undecided. President Donald Trump has recently pushed back on reports about the terms of the deal. United States Central Command also announced that U.S. forces intercepted two of Iran's ballistic missiles that were targeting U.S. bases in Kuwait.
LiveNOW’s Mike Pache is speaking with Fox News’ Max Gorden who is coming to us live from Tel Aviv with the latest updates on the ongoing Iran war. This comes as the fate of the current peace proposal between the United States and Iran remains undecided. President Donald Trump has recently pushed back on reports about the terms of the deal. United States Central Command also announced that U.S. forces intercepted two of Iran's ballistic missiles that were targeting U.S. bases in Kuwait.
US-Iran ceasefire deal reportedly extended by 60 days
We learned today that the United States and Iran have reached a deal to extend the ceasefire between the two nations for 60 days. The deal to extend the ceasefire would allow more time for further nuclear negotiations, according to reporting from FOX News. LiveNOW’s Austin Westfall is speaking with Prof. Alon Burstein from the @Israel-Palestine-Report as President Donald Trump pledged that no country will control the critical Strait of Hormuz after the war ends.
We learned today that the United States and Iran have reached a deal to extend the ceasefire between the two nations for 60 days. The deal to extend the ceasefire would allow more time for further nuclear negotiations, according to reporting from FOX News. LiveNOW’s Austin Westfall is speaking with Prof. Alon Burstein from the @Israel-Palestine-Report as President Donald Trump pledged that no country will control the critical Strait of Hormuz after the war ends.
IDF: Top Hamas commander killed in Gaza airstrike
We are learning more after reports that an Israeli airstrike in Gaza killed Izz Al-Din Al-Haddad, the head of Hamas' military wing. According to the Israel Defense Forces (IDF), Al-Haddad was one of the final senior commanders involved in planning the October 7 attack. LiveNOW’s Austin Westfall is finding out exactly what this means as conflict inside Gaza continues with retired Marine Corps intelligence officer and strategic risk assessment professional Hal Kempfer.
We are learning more after reports that an Israeli airstrike in Gaza killed Izz Al-Din Al-Haddad, the head of Hamas' military wing. According to the Israel Defense Forces (IDF), Al-Haddad was one of the final senior commanders involved in planning the October 7 attack. LiveNOW’s Austin Westfall is finding out exactly what this means as conflict inside Gaza continues with retired Marine Corps intelligence officer and strategic risk assessment professional Hal Kempfer.
US AFRICOM video shows strike against ISIS in Nigeria
We are learning more after President Donald Trump announced an operation that killed a global ISIS leader. Trump identified the terrorist as Abu-Bilal al-Minuki. "Brave American forces and the Armed Forces of Nigeria flawlessly executed a meticulously planned and very complex mission to eliminate the most active terrorist in the world from the battlefield," Trump wrote in a social media post. LiveNOW’s Austin Westfall is learning more about the operation with retired Marine Corps intelligence officer and strategic risk assessment professional Hal Kempfer.
We are learning more after President Donald Trump announced an operation that killed a global ISIS leader. Trump identified the terrorist as Abu-Bilal al-Minuki. "Brave American forces and the Armed Forces of Nigeria flawlessly executed a meticulously planned and very complex mission to eliminate the most active terrorist in the world from the battlefield," Trump wrote in a social media post. LiveNOW’s Austin Westfall is learning more about the operation with retired Marine Corps intelligence officer and strategic risk assessment professional Hal Kempfer.
Trump warns Iran will be 'decimated' without deal
LiveNOW’s Mike Pache is speaking with Fox News’ Ashley Webster who is in Tel Aviv as the ongoing ceasefire between the United States and Iran is ‘on life support’ according to President Donald Trump. Trump’s recent warnings to Iran came after the United States rejected their latest peace proposal. This week, he reportedly called the deal a "piece of garbage," adding that he "didn’t even finish reading it."
LiveNOW’s Mike Pache is speaking with Fox News’ Ashley Webster who is in Tel Aviv as the ongoing ceasefire between the United States and Iran is ‘on life support’ according to President Donald Trump. Trump’s recent warnings to Iran came after the United States rejected their latest peace proposal. This week, he reportedly called the deal a "piece of garbage," adding that he "didn’t even finish reading it."
Iran and US will not meet in Pakistan, minister says
According to reports on Friday, U.S. special envoy Steve Witkoff and Jared Kushner are headed to Pakistan. "The Iranians want to talk," White House press secretary Karoline Leavitt said, adding that Vice President JD Vance was "on standby" to also travel to the region if help is needed in negotiating a deal between Iran and the United States. LiveNOW’s Austin Westfall is learning more about stability in the Middle East ahead of the peace talks with Ashley Webster from FOX Business. Webster is coming to us live from Tel Aviv.
According to reports on Friday, U.S. special envoy Steve Witkoff and Jared Kushner are headed to Pakistan. "The Iranians want to talk," White House press secretary Karoline Leavitt said, adding that Vice President JD Vance was "on standby" to also travel to the region if help is needed in negotiating a deal between Iran and the United States. LiveNOW’s Austin Westfall is learning more about stability in the Middle East ahead of the peace talks with Ashley Webster from FOX Business. Webster is coming to us live from Tel Aviv.
Deadly antisemitic attacks reach 30-year high in 2025, report finds
A new report from Tel Aviv University found that 2025 was the deadliest year for antisemitic violence in more than three decades.
A new report from Tel Aviv University found that 2025 was the deadliest year for antisemitic violence in more than three decades.
Trump exploring backing militias in Iran, report says
LiveNOW’s Austin Westfall is speaking with Prof. Alon Burstein from the @Israel-Palestine Report as Defense Secretary Pete Hegseth says the United States is winning its war against Iran. According to a report from the Associated Press, Secretary Hegseth said the was is being won "decisively, devastatingly and without mercy". This also comes as reports indicate that President Donald Trump is open to the idea of supporting militia groups in Iran who are willing to help take out the regime.
LiveNOW’s Austin Westfall is speaking with Prof. Alon Burstein from the @Israel-Palestine Report as Defense Secretary Pete Hegseth says the United States is winning its war against Iran. According to a report from the Associated Press, Secretary Hegseth said the was is being won "decisively, devastatingly and without mercy". This also comes as reports indicate that President Donald Trump is open to the idea of supporting militia groups in Iran who are willing to help take out the regime.
Trump, Netanyahu meet in DC amid pressure on Iran
We are now learning that Iran dominated the agenda in Wednesday’s White House meeting between President Donald Trump and Israeli Prime Minister Benjamin Netanyahu. Reports indicate that both leaders signaled that diplomacy with Tehran remains uncertain. LiveNOW’s Austin Westfall and Prof. Alon Burstein from the @Israel-Palestine-Report are discussing today’s meeting and what comes next for Iran and the Middle East.
We are now learning that Iran dominated the agenda in Wednesday’s White House meeting between President Donald Trump and Israeli Prime Minister Benjamin Netanyahu. Reports indicate that both leaders signaled that diplomacy with Tehran remains uncertain. LiveNOW’s Austin Westfall and Prof. Alon Burstein from the @Israel-Palestine-Report are discussing today’s meeting and what comes next for Iran and the Middle East.
Tensions rise ahead of US-Iran nuclear talks
LiveNOW’s Austin Westfall is speaking with Prof. Alon Burstein from the @Israel-Palestine-Report as leaders from the U.S. and Iran are set to meet on Friday with tensions remaining high between the two nations. FOX's Rebekah Castor reports that the White House wants to end Iran's nuclear program, but Iranian officials are making several last-minute demands.
LiveNOW’s Austin Westfall is speaking with Prof. Alon Burstein from the @Israel-Palestine-Report as leaders from the U.S. and Iran are set to meet on Friday with tensions remaining high between the two nations. FOX's Rebekah Castor reports that the White House wants to end Iran's nuclear program, but Iranian officials are making several last-minute demands.
Trump’s ‘Board of Peace’ charter and Gaza’s future
At the World Economic Forum this week President Donald Trump spoke on conflict in Ukraine, stressing the war “has to end” after tens of thousands of soldiers were killed. Trump also established a new board to oversee Gaza reconstruction, with nearly two dozen countries signed on, though some key European allies remain cautious. LiveNOW’s Austin Westfall is speaking with Prof. Alon Burstein from the @Israel-Palestine-Report as Trump says "I think we can spread it out to other things as we succeed in Gaza."
At the World Economic Forum this week President Donald Trump spoke on conflict in Ukraine, stressing the war “has to end” after tens of thousands of soldiers were killed. Trump also established a new board to oversee Gaza reconstruction, with nearly two dozen countries signed on, though some key European allies remain cautious. LiveNOW’s Austin Westfall is speaking with Prof. Alon Burstein from the @Israel-Palestine-Report as Trump says "I think we can spread it out to other things as we succeed in Gaza."
Trump threatens 200% tariff on French wine over Gaza Board of Peace
President Trump has threatened a 200% tariff on French wine and champagne. Here’s why, and what we know.
President Trump has threatened a 200% tariff on French wine and champagne. Here’s why, and what we know.
Trump and Netanyahu meet Monday in critical moment for Gaza ceasefire
The two leaders met Monday to discuss a range of topics including a reported next phase of a Gaza peace plan and Iran.
The two leaders met Monday to discuss a range of topics including a reported next phase of a Gaza peace plan and Iran.