Conflicts|Arab-Israeli Wars
The 1948 War of Independence pitted the nascent Israeli state against five Arab armies, resulting in Israel’s survival and territorial expansion.
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The Jerusalem Post
This Independence Day, Israel must embrace uncertainty – opinion
April 18, 2026Independence Day: 78+1 reasons I love Israel – opinion
April 18, 2026Iran reimposes Hormuz Strait control, accuses US of breaching terms – report
April 18, 2026- April 18, 2026
YnetNews
Iran unable to renew talks over ‘maximalist’ US demands, official says
April 18, 2026Fallen IDF officers live on in the names of their comrades’ newborn children
April 18, 2026Israeli strikes reported in Lebanon despite ceasefire; Hezbollah says informed Iran
April 18, 2026Iran slams Hormuz shut again after tankers slip through
April 18, 2026
Arutz Sheva
Etan Patz murder case heads to third trial after judge rejects dismissalApril 17, 2026
Report | Opposition’s bold deal: Make Gantz President, exit politicsApril 17, 2026
Kanye West concert cancelled in Poland over antisemitic remarksApril 17, 2026
Iran defies Trump: Our uranium is sacred and not going anywhereApril 17, 2026
JTA
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IDF strikes Hezbollah terrorists in southern Lebanon who approached troops, yellow line
April 18, 2026‘Many of my Jewish colleagues believe there’s no antisemitism at Columbia’
April 18, 2026