Washington, D.C.
Israeli-media coverage mentioning Washington, D.C., translated into English and compared across sources. 38 recent stories.
Israel and Lebanon Near Limited Withdrawal Pilot in South Lebanon
Israel and Lebanon are close to a US-mediated pilot agreement for a limited Israeli withdrawal from southern Lebanon. The plan would replace IDF positions with the Lebanese army…
Lincoln Memorial Reflecting Pool Project Becomes a Political and Public Relations Disaster
A $14.7 million Trump-backed renovation of Washington’s Lincoln Memorial Reflecting Pool has collapsed into a dispute over algae, peeling liner, dead ducks and alleged sabotage. T…
Study Finds Urban Rodents Rapidly Outsmart Poison and Traps
Rutgers researchers say urban mice and rats are rapidly adapting to survive pest control in major U.S. cities. About 70% of house mice now resist common poisons, while rats are le…
Trump Says Iran Will Never Get Nuclear Weapons After Washington Rally
Donald Trump told a Washington, D.C. rally that Iran will never get nuclear weapons and said a deal had ended the conflict. His remarks came as disputes continue over nuclear insp…
Smotrich Says Tax Relief Plan for Tech Is Nearing Completion
Finance Minister Bezalel Smotrich said Israel is close to unveiling aid for high-tech firms hurt by the strong shekel. The package may include startup support and a rare arrangeme…
Israeli Ambassador in Washington reportedly rebukes U.S. officials over Iran deal
Israeli Ambassador Yechiel Leiter reportedly delivered unusually sharp criticism of U.S. officials in a Washington meeting with American and Lebanese representatives. The comments…
New York Post Slams Trump-Iran Deal as a Giveaway to Tehran
The New York Post ran a rare front-page attack on Trump’s emerging Iran deal, calling it a surrender that would funnel billions to Tehran. Trump defended the talks, but lawmakers…
Ashkelon Hacker Extradited to the U.S. Faces Up to 35 Years in Prison
Michael Kedar, known as the “Ashkelon hacker,” was extradited from Norway to the United States and arraigned in Orlando on federal charges. Prosecutors say he made bomb and shooti…
Alex Pereira Says He Is Afraid to Fight Again After UFC Loss and Appeal
Alex Pereira has appealed his loss to Ciryl Gane at the UFC White House event in Washington, D.C. After accusing referee Herb Dean of allowing illegal back-of-head strikes, Pereir…
Three Israelis Killed in Light Plane Crash in Maryland
Three Israelis, Yoav Boomerind, Elad Niedik, and David Rabinovich, were killed when their Piper PA-28 crashed in Maryland on a flight from New Jersey to Washington, D.C. Israeli a…
New book says Trump mocked Zuckerberg and Bezos after their flattery
A new book says Mark Zuckerberg and Jeff Bezos courted Donald Trump extensively before and after his 2024 election win. Trump then mocked their flattery, telling others they had “…
Ex-Intelligence Chief Tulsi Gabbard's Political Record Tied to a Controversial Guru
The Washington Post reports that Tulsi Gabbard’s political actions were for years guided by Chris Butler, the spiritual leader she called her guru. The story is based on 25,000 do…
New book alleges Scott Bessent hurled insults at Zelensky and urged Trump to bar Oval Office meeting
A new book claims Treasury Secretary Scott Bessent privately insulted Volodymyr Zelensky and urged Donald Trump to block him from the Oval Office unless Ukraine accepted a mineral…
Trump Seethes Over Vandalism and Algae at Lincoln Memorial Reflecting Pool
Donald Trump denounced alleged sabotage and algae damage at the newly renovated reflecting pool near the Lincoln Memorial in Washington. The $14.8 million project has become a pol…
New York Times Awards Rare Four-Star Review to Palestinian Restaurant Albi
The New York Times gave Albi in Washington, D.C., its first-ever four-star review for a restaurant outside New York City. The Palestinian restaurant, led by chef Michael Rafidi, h…
Trump Says Secret Campaign Crippled Iran and Forced Nuclear Talks
Donald Trump said secret U.S. operations crippled Iran’s military, sank 159 ships and downed about 200 jets, forcing Tehran into nuclear talks. As U.S. envoys head to Switzerland…
Janis Lewis-George Poised to Lead Washington After Democratic Primary Win
Janis Lewis-George won Washington’s Democratic mayoral primary on June 20, 2026, with about 53% of the vote and is now favored to become mayor. The progressive candidate, known fo…
Trump unveils $400 million Qatar jet set to become Air Force One
Donald Trump unveiled a $400 million Boeing 747-8 gifted by Qatar, which will become the new Air Force One. The ceremony at Joint Base Andrews came amid political backlash over co…
‘License to Kill for a Handful of Dollars’: How Netanyahu’s Iran Gamble Ended in Failure
The article says Netanyahu’s strategy on Iran ended in a humiliating US-Iran deal that strengthened Tehran and left Israel isolated. It blames him for helping bring about Iran’s n…
Jeff Bezos called The Washington Post his worst investment, book says
A new book says Jeff Bezos told Donald Trump in December 2024 that buying The Washington Post was his “worst investment.” The account links the remark to the paper’s financial los…
U.S. weighs closer ties with the Palestinian Authority to advance Gaza plan and regional normalization
The United States is in talks with the Palestinian Authority to improve ties and enlist Ramallah in advancing its Gaza reconstruction plan and broader regional goals. Washington i…
FBI Says 19-Year-Old Was Behind Foiled Drone Plot Targeting White House UFC Event
The FBI says it foiled an alleged drone-and-sniper attack on the White House during the UFC Freedom 250 event in Washington. Five suspects were arrested, and investigators say 19-…
White House Alarm After Leak of Classified Situation Room Talks
Classified Situation Room discussions from Donald Trump’s White House were reportedly leaked to The New York Times, prompting Trump to demand a criminal probe. The disclosures inc…
Inside Trump’s Wild UFC Birthday Spectacle at the White House
UFC staged a $60 million fight night on the South Lawn of the White House on Sunday, timed to Donald Trump’s 80th birthday and the 250th anniversary campaign. The event drew top T…
UFC White House event delivers knockouts, title shocks and viral moments
The UFC’s overnight White House event delivered seven fights, six knockouts, one corner stoppage and two new champions. It also produced viral off-cage moments involving Donald Tr…
The United States Keeps Failing to Finish the Job, from Versailles to Iran
The article says U.S. allies, especially in the Middle East, no longer trust Washington because it repeatedly fails to convert pressure into victory. It surveys American failures…
Washington Divided Over Trump’s Iran Deal, with Critics Calling It a Surrender
The U.S.-Iran deal signed overnight drew fierce criticism in Washington from Republicans and Democrats, even as many welcomed the end of the war. GOP hawks urged a congressional v…
Biden Family Pushes Back as Democrats Relitigate 2024 Defeat
Joe Biden’s recent public reappearance and his family’s campaign to defend his legacy have reopened deep Democratic Party anger over the 2024 defeat. Former aides and top Democrat…
Amazon Reportedly Alerted Trump White House to AI Security Flaw, Prompting Global Shutdown
Amazon reportedly alerted the Trump White House to a security flaw in Anthropic’s new AI models, leading to a global shutdown of access to Fable 5 and Mythos 5. The dispute has in…
Trump Marks His Birthday With Unprecedented UFC Card on the White House Lawn
Donald Trump will celebrate his birthday with a UFC event on the White House South Lawn, a first for the presidential residence. The card, featuring seven fights and a headline bo…
UFC White House event set for Sunday night with two title fights
The UFC is holding a historic card at the White House overnight between Sunday and Monday, with live coverage on Sport 5 starting at 01:00 and the fights at 03:00. The event inclu…
Trump Marks 80th Birthday With UFC Fights on the White House Lawn
Donald Trump is celebrating his 80th birthday Sunday with seven UFC fights staged on the White House South Lawn, in what is being called the first major professional sports event…
Netanyahu’s Push for War Leaves Him Isolated as Trump Seeks Exit Deal with Iran
The article says Donald Trump is moving toward a deal with Iran after a war that Benjamin Netanyahu helped push him into. Trump has reportedly humiliated Netanyahu in private, whi…
Why Trump Skipped the U.S. World Cup Opener
Donald Trump did not attend the United States’ 4-1 World Cup win over Paraguay because he is focused on a UFC event at the White House. Mexico’s Claudia Sheinbaum also missed her…
U.S. Judge Keeps Block on Trump Compensation Fund
A federal judge in Virginia kept blocking Donald Trump’s proposed $1.8 billion compensation fund and demanded a signed assurance from senior officials that it will not be revived…
Report: Qatar Secretly Sought Deal with Iran to Shield Gas Giant
The Washington Post reported that Qatar secretly explored an understanding with Iran to keep Ras Laffan off Iran’s target list. The deal did not materialize, and after an Iranian…
Trump Abruptly Cancels U.S. Strike on Iran Hours Before Launch
NBC reported that the U.S. military was hours from striking Iran on Thursday evening before Donald Trump abruptly canceled the operation after saying a deal had been reached. Trum…
Government Leaders and Chabad Emissaries Gather for Historic Conference in Washington
Hundreds of Chabad emissaries, supporters and public officials gathered in Washington, D.C., this week for the three-day “Living Heritage” conference. The event included meetings…
