Articles by May, 2026

Cisco has completed the acquisition of Israeli cybersecurity firm Astrix, which specializes in securing non-human identities and AI-driven systems, in a deal valued at approximately $400 million, according to sources familiar with the transaction

S&P Global Ratings on Friday reaffirmed Israel’s sovereign credit rating at A and maintained a stable outlook, marking the agency’s first rating decision since the second phase of the direct conflict with Iran began on February 28. The decision was based on the continuation of ceasefire arrangements with both Iran and Hamas, alongside the assumption that future military operations will remain “episodic and limited” in scale

The Wall Street Journal reported that Israel maintained a covert operational base inside Iraq as part of its broader regional intelligence and security activities targeting threats linked to Iran and Iranian-backed militias

The fragile standoff between Iran and the United States has entered what analysts describe as its most dangerous and decisive phase, with both sides signaling willingness to negotiate while simultaneously preparing for possible renewed confrontation

Prime Minister Benjamin Netanyahu secretly visited the United Arab Emirates during the recent conflict with Iran and met with Emirati President Mohammed bin Zayed Al Nahyan, according to a statement released Wednesday evening by the Prime Minister’s Office

Yoav Kisch announced Wednesday evening that kindergartens and elementary schools across Israel will continue operating through the end of July as part of an expanded summer education initiative launched in response to the impact of the war on students and families

Israel’s political system moved closer to early elections after Coalition Chairman Ofir Katz submitted a bill late Wednesday night to dissolve the 25th Knesset, alongside all coalition faction leaders, in a dramatic sign that the governing coalition may be nearing collapse

The Israel Defense Forces announced that it has eliminated senior Hamas commander Izz al-Din al-Haddad, identified by Israeli officials as the head of Hamas’ military wing in Gaza. According to Israeli security sources, the strike was carried out following what officials described as “precise and high-quality intelligence” gathered by the IDF and the Israel Security Agency (Shin Bet)

Anti-government demonstrations were held Saturday evening at multiple locations across Israel, with protesters voicing criticism of the government, demanding a state commission of inquiry into the October 7 attacks, and warning against what organizers described as threats to democratic institutions

Israel recorded another major achievement at the Eurovision Song Contest 2026 after singer Noam Baten finished in second place with his performance of the song “Michelle.” Baten delivered one of the evening’s standout performances and received strong support from both the professional juries and television audiences across Europe. Although Bulgaria ultimately won the competition with singer Dara and the song “Bagaranga,” Israel emerged as one of the biggest success stories of the contest