Party leader Haskel outlined a governance agenda focused on repairing national institutions, while former intelligence official Pollard announced his candidacy on the same electoral slate.
Sharren Haskel, former deputy foreign minister, announced the formation of a new political party named 'Israel First' one day after resigning from her government position.
An opinion piece argues that for any breakthrough in Islamabad talks, the United States must abandon its 'forever war' mentality and 'Israel First' foreign policy posture.
The United States has deployed a third aircraft carrier to the Middle East as the war with Iran continues, following the earlier deployment of the USS George H.W. Bush and ongoing repairs for the USS Ford, underscoring a heightened military posture.
Tehran has accused Donald Trump of dragging its people into an 'unjust war,' with a senior official rejecting negotiations with Washington and vowing to fight 'at any cost' to defend its civilization.
Iran's Foreign Minister Seyed Abbas Araghchi slammed the joint United States and Israeli strikes on Tehran, calling the operation unlawful and accusing Washington of abandoning diplomacy even as negotiations were underway.
Former US spy Jonathan Pollard has joined Sharren Haskel's new right-wing 'Israel First' party ahead of upcoming elections. His entry into politics with a new party marks a notable development in the Israeli political landscape.
Abelardo de la Espriella, a right-wing populist candidate, has won the Colombian presidential election with record turnout. His victory marks a significant shift to the far-right for the country.
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US Vice President JD Vance, accompanied by Steve Witkoff and Jared Kushner, has arrived in Islamabad with an American delegation for negotiations with Iran, a mission described as challenging given regional tensions and the need to balance various factions.
China and Pakistan have jointly proposed a five-point peace plan for the Middle East, urging a ceasefire after a month-long war, as Iran's Revolutionary Guards continue to issue warnings against US companies like Apple, Google, and Meta, citing retaliation for 'targeted assassinations' of Iranian leaders.
Haskel stated she would consider alliances with those willing to join a broad Zionist government, including one with Netanyahu, suggesting a new party could bridge political divides.
The United States' decision to withdraw troops from Germany has drawn significant criticism and concern from NATO allies, European leaders, and US Republicans. Critics argue the move sends a wrong signal to adversaries and weakens European security, prompting calls for Europe to take greater responsibility for its own defense.
US Iran News LIVE updates: Trump described Iran as a country “out of control,” saying the pre-emptive strikes were carried out to prevent Tehran from attacking Israel first.