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Israeli Premier League Announces Third Round Schedule Highlighting Be'er Sheva vs. Maccabi Tel Aviv Clash

The Israeli Premier League released its third round schedule, focusing on the Be'er Sheva vs. Maccabi Tel Aviv match, whose date depends on Be'er Sheva's European competition stat…

Bnei Sakhnin Players Attacked by Maccabi Netanya Fans After Match, Raising Racism Concerns

After a draw against Maccabi Netanya, Bnei Sakhnin players Iyad Abu Abid and Ilai Hajaj were attacked by fans, with Abu Abid alleging a racially motivated assault and vehicle dama…

Israel Halts All Security Exports to Qatar Nearly Three Years After October 7 Attacks

Israel has stopped all security exports to Qatar nearly three years after the October 7 attacks, acknowledging Qatar's hostile role and its ties to Hamas. The decision highlights…

Maccabi Petah Tikva Opens Israeli Premier League Season with Hard-Fought 2-1 Win Over Hapoel Kfar Saba

Maccabi Petah Tikva won their Israeli Premier League opener 2-1 against Hapoel Kfar Saba, with coach Ziv Arie praising the team's character despite a tough second half. Defender Y…

Around 200 Sakhnin Fans Rally at Training Ahead of Premier League Opener

Bnei Sakhnin fans gathered at a training session to support their team ahead of the Israeli Premier League season opener against Maccabi Netanya, as the club works to finalize pla…

Sheikha Moza Shapes Qatar’s Global Influence Through Education, Investments, and Strategic Alliances

Sheikha Moza, mother of Qatar’s former Emir, has played a central role in expanding Qatar’s global influence through education, philanthropy, and strategic investments, while faci…

Qatar Publicly Highlights Hamas Ties Amid Regional Mediation Efforts

Qatar has openly publicized its meetings with Hamas leaders, signaling a shift amid regional mediation efforts and Israeli concerns. Following Jared Kushner's meeting with Hamas i…

Midfielder Ilai Hajaj Signs One-Year Deal with Bnei Sakhnin from Beitar Jerusalem

Bnei Sakhnin signed midfielder Ilai Hajaj from Beitar Jerusalem on a one-year deal to strengthen their squad for the 2026/27 Israeli Premier League season.

Israel Imposes Total Ban on Security Exports to Qatar Amid Rising Tensions

Israel has banned all security exports to Qatar, halting ongoing and future defense contracts amid accusations that Qatar supports terrorism against Israel. Former PM Naftali Benn…

Hamas Faces Survival Crisis, Must Surrender Weapons to Continue Politically, Former IDF General Says

A meeting between U.S. envoys and Hamas leaders reveals Hamas's recognition that survival depends on disarming, surrendering control, and complying with U.S. demands. Israel insis…

US-Sponsored Istanbul Book Fair Features Sale of Yahya Sinwar's Books and Hamas Support

The US-sponsored 11th International Arab Book Fair in Istanbul features the sale of Hamas leader Yahya Sinwar's books and calls for aid to Gaza, highlighting Qatar-Turkey cooperat…

Iran Confirms Three Pilots Held Alive in Qatar Amid Criticism of Doha's Restrictions

Iran confirmed three of its pilots are alive and held captive in Qatar, criticizing Doha for restricting their contact. Qatar had secretly negotiated with Iran to shut down a majo…

Hamas Leadership Shifts Main Base from Qatar to Turkey Amid Regional Tensions

Hamas is relocating its leadership base from Qatar to Turkey due to strained relations and regional pressures. Concurrently, Hezbollah faces military setbacks in southern Lebanon…

Iran Blocks US-Backed Syrian Military Intervention in Lebanon

Iran prevented a US-backed Syrian military intervention in Lebanon by warning Damascus and regional capitals of severe retaliatory measures.

Bnei Sakhnin Enters New Era with Khaled Dookhi as Chairman and Record Foreign Signing

Bnei Sakhnin has entered a new phase with Khaled Dookhi replacing Mohammed Abu-Younes as chairman and signing the club's most expensive foreign player, Dimitri Kabara. Despite a p…

Western Officials Stunned by Israel’s Deep Intelligence Penetration in Iran

Western officials express surprise at Israel’s deep intelligence penetration in Iran amid rising US military pressure on Tehran. Israel’s extensive intelligence on Iran and Hezbol…

Barak Bachar Highlights Maccabi Haifa's Defensive Progress After Toto Cup Win Over Bnei Sakhnin

Maccabi Haifa defeated Bnei Sakhnin 1-0 in the Toto Cup, with coach Barak Bachar praising defensive improvements and team cohesion ahead of the league start. Bnei Sakhnin struggle…

Power Outage Hits Doha Stadium Again Before Maccabi Haifa vs Bnei Sakhnin Match

A third power outage struck Doha Stadium before the Maccabi Haifa vs Bnei Sakhnin Toto Cup match on August 8, 2026, causing delays but power was eventually restored.

Israeli Premier League Transfer Window Midterm Review Highlights Strengthened and Weakened Teams

About a month before the Israeli Premier League season starts, a midterm review of the summer transfer window shows Beitar Jerusalem and Maccabi Netanya as the biggest improvers…

Maccabi Haifa Advises Fans to Arrive in Groups of Three for Match in Sakhnin

Maccabi Haifa has advised fans to attend their upcoming match in Sakhnin in groups of three or more due to past violent clashes with Bnei Sakhnin supporters. Bnei Sakhnin responde…

Maccabi Haifa Advises Fans to Arrive in Groups for Away Toto Cup Match in Sakhnin

Maccabi Haifa has urged fans attending their Toto Cup match at Bnei Sakhnin to come in groups of three or more for safety, following past violent incidents near Doha Stadium. The…

Gadi Eizenkot Criticizes Naftali Bennett’s Plan to Declare Qatar an Enemy State

Gadi Eizenkot criticized Naftali Bennett’s plan to declare Qatar an enemy state, calling it a political gimmick. Eizenkot also proposed a state commission of inquiry into the Octo…

Hamas Plans to Shift Cyber and Planning Operations to Turkey Amid Qatar Tensions

Hamas is moving its secret planning and cyber operations to Turkey due to tensions with Qatar, which still hosts its public leadership. The shift follows Qatar's restrictions on H…

Hamas Plans to Shift Covert Operations to Turkey Amid Qatar Restrictions

Hamas is relocating its covert operations from Qatar to Turkey following Qatar's restrictions on its leadership due to dissatisfaction with Hamas's new political chief, Khalil al-…

Adrian Ugarriza Scores as Ironi Kiryat Shmona Beats Bnei Sakhnin 1-0 in Toto Cup

Ironi Kiryat Shmona defeated Bnei Sakhnin 1-0 in the Toto Cup on August 4, 2026, with Adrian Ugarriza scoring the decisive penalty. The win keeps Kiryat Shmona’s perfect record in…

Gaza Peace Council Proposes Payment for Hamas Fighters Who Surrender Weapons Amid Qatar-Hamas Tensions

The Gaza Peace Council proposes paying Hamas militants who surrender weapons and renounce violence, while Qatar punishes Hamas for appointing an Iranian-aligned leader over a Qata…

Naftali Bennett Blasts Netanyahu Over Hamas Resurgence Ahead of Nir Oz Attack

Naftali Bennett visited the Gaza border on August 4, 2026, condemning Netanyahu for allowing Hamas to rebuild militarily with Qatari backing. He vowed to expel Qatar's influence f…

Bnei Sakhnin Embarks on New Era with Management Overhaul Ahead of Season

Bnei Sakhnin, after a disappointing season and management changes, prepares for a fresh start in the Israeli Premier League from Doha, with new leadership and players aiming for s…

Bnei Sakhnin Prepares for New Season as Coach Yossi Abuksis Reflects on Hapoel Tel Aviv Struggles

Bnei Sakhnin starts its 2026/27 season with new leadership and coach Yossi Abuksis, who reflects on his painful past failure at Hapoel Tel Aviv. The club is rebuilding its squad a…

British Host Challenges Hamas Official Over October 7 Atrocities and Hostage Taking

British journalist Piers Morgan confronted Hamas official Ezzat Hamad in a heated interview about the October 7 attacks, accusing Hamas of war crimes and hostage-taking. Hamad den…

Bnei Sakhnin Admits Team Is Unprepared for Upcoming League Season

Bnei Sakhnin lost their second Toto Cup match 2-1 to Hapoel Haifa, revealing concerns about their readiness for the league. The club plans to strengthen the squad with new signing…

Hapoel Haifa Edges Bnei Sakhnin 2-1 in Toto Cup Thriller as Coaches Eye Squad Reinforcements

Hapoel Haifa defeated Bnei Sakhnin 2-1 in a dramatic Toto Cup match at Doha Stadium, with the winning goal scored in the final seconds. Both coaches reflected on the game, with Ha…

Hapoel Haifa Secures Dramatic Win Over Bnei Sakhnin, Kiryat Shmona Also Triumphs in Toto Cup

Hapoel Haifa won a dramatic 2-1 away match against Bnei Sakhnin in the Toto Cup, maintaining a perfect record and advancing toward the semi-finals. Ironi Kiryat Shmona also won 1-…

Former Israeli PM Bennett and Qatar Exchange Sharp Accusations Over Terrorism Allegations

Former Israeli Prime Minister Naftali Bennett and Qatar engaged in a public dispute after Bennett threatened to label Qatar an enemy state if elected. Qatar denied the accusations…

Former PM Bennett and Qatar Exchange Sharp Accusations Over October 7 Attack

Qatar Emir Hosts Jewish Rabbis in Historic Gulf Meeting

Qatar's Emir Sheikh Tamim hosted a delegation of Jewish rabbis, including Iran's Chief Rabbi, in a historic meeting at Lusail Palace to honor the late former Emir. This rare publi…

Turkey Emerges as Main Hub for Hamas Leadership and Terror Operations

Turkey has become the primary base for Hamas leadership and terror operations since 2023, hosting leaders and coordinating attacks against Israel. Following Israeli pressure on Qa…

US Completes Another Wave of Strikes on Iran Amid Rising Tensions and Drone Retaliation

The US conducted another wave of strikes on Iranian military targets, prompting Iranian drone attacks on US forces in Kuwait. Iran warned of retaliation if nuclear sites are attac…

Iran Claims Drone Attack on US Targets at Kuwait's Camp Doha

Iran's military claimed it attacked US targets with drones at Kuwait's Camp Doha, escalating regional tensions.

Hamas Appoints Khalil al-Hayya as New Head of Political Bureau After Sinwar's Killing

Hamas appointed Khalil al-Hayya as head of its political bureau on July 20, 2026, succeeding Yahya Sinwar after his 2024 assassination. Al-Hayya, a hardline leader close to Iran…

Hamas Appoints Khalil al-Hayya as New Head of Political Bureau

Hamas named Khalil al-Hayya as the new head of its political bureau, replacing Yahya Sinwar who was killed in October 2024. Al-Hayya survived an assassination attempt in 2023 and…

US Intensifies Strikes on Iran Amid Iranian Retaliation in Syria and Gulf Region

The US has intensified strikes on Iran, hitting civilian infrastructure, while Iran retaliated with attacks on US bases in Syria and Bahrain. Regional tensions rise with missile i…

Additional Explosions Heard in Doha Following Second Security Alert

Doha experienced multiple explosions after Qatar's government sent a second security alert to residents, signaling ongoing security issues.

US Launches Sixth Consecutive Night of Strikes on Iranian Military Targets

The US conducted a sixth night of strikes on Iranian military targets, hitting key infrastructure while Iran retaliated with drone attacks and missile launches in the Gulf region…

Former Qatari Emir Hamad bin Khalifa Al Thani Dies, Leaving Complex Legacy for Israel and Middle East

Former Qatari Emir Hamad bin Khalifa Al Thani died at 74, remembered for boosting Qatar's global role while supporting Hamas and Islamist groups, impacting Israeli security. His l…

Palestinian Authority President Mahmoud Abbas Meets Qatar Emir in Doha

Palestinian Authority President Mahmoud Abbas met Qatar's Emir in Doha to offer condolences on the death of the Emir's father, accompanied by a senior delegation.

Global Airport Duty-Free Shops Ranked by Experience and Savings in 2026

In 2026, global airport duty-free shops vary widely in shopping experience and price competitiveness. London Heathrow, Doha, and Singapore lead in luxury and variety, while Seoul…

Trump Shares Rare Footage of US Strategic Bombers Amid Iran Strikes

President Donald Trump posted rare footage of US strategic bombers amid ongoing US military strikes on Iran following an Iranian attack on a commercial ship. The US has targeted o…