PM delivers defiant speech at US Independence Day event, accusing retired security officials of abandoning the pursuit of victory and recounting Syrian massacre to highlight existential threats Israel faces

Prime Minister's Office says incident resolved quickly, ending with brief questioning of National Cyber Directorate staffer before his release and return to Israel

Samir Hulileh insists designated terrorist groups must be part of any post-war Gaza plan, as efforts to position him as governor advance under US and Arab backing but remain stalled by ongoing fighting

Lebanese President Joseph Aoun meets Iranian official Ali Larijani in Beirut, tells him no group in Lebanon can possess weapons or rely on foreign support; he warns against foreign interference and stresses that only state and security forces protect citizens

David Ben-Oziel said it is unlikely South Sudan will accept Gaza refugees, citing economic and logistical challenges, existing displaced populations and cultural tensions, though external pressures and U.S. influence could play a role

Talks in Cairo aim to end fighting, allow humanitarian aid and explore governance in Gaza; Egyptian sources say Hamas showed flexibility on international forces, police formation and a transitional administration

Decision made in meeting with IDF General Staff forum and amid tension between Zamir and Defense Minister Katz over pending military appointments; IDF: plan was approved 'in accordance with the guidance of the political echelon'