Against the backdrop of an escalation of violence in the West Bank, the U.S. announced new sanctions against Israeli far-right figures and groups, notably including two far-right NGOs for their roles in fundraising for settlers who have previously been sanctioned by the U.S.

Over the decades, the seder plate has undergone tweaks that honor modern liberation struggles. This Passover, the Israeli hostages in Gaza and the enclave's suffering Palestinian civilians take pride of place

Iran's attack a week ago gave Israel a chance to return to the Western world's good graces; will Israeli restraint prove prudent? ■ It's becoming clear: The hostages won't return before the war ends

S&P's decision exposes the real fear that the downgrade will change investor sentiment towards the Israeli economy. It would help if Israel had a professional finance minister capable of making economic decisions from within the war cabinet