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The latest updates on Tel Aviv. The most populous city in Israel, Tel Aviv is officially called Tel Aviv-Yafo. While not the capital of the country, Tel Aviv is home to many foreign embassies and is the economic and technological hub of the country. Founded in 1909, Tel Aviv has long been considered a metropolitan city, home to many prominent museums and cultural institutions.

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Iran's missile arsenal: What it has used and what it could deploy

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Iran's missile arsenal: What it has used and what it could deploy

Iran has launched hundreds of missiles in its conflict with Israel but faces pressure to conserve its shrinking stockpile of advanced weapons.

By Amir Daftari On 6/20/25 at 1:34 PM EDT

Satellite images show Israeli damage at key Iran missile base

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Satellite images show Israeli damage at key Iran missile base

Israel has carried out strikes against Iran's ability to retaliate for attacks on its military establishment and nuclear program

By Amira El-Fekki‎ On 6/17/25 at 7:26 AM EDT

US Embassy damaged by Iranian missile strike in Tel Aviv

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US Embassy damaged by Iranian missile strike in Tel Aviv

An Iranian missile landed close to the U.S. Embassy in Tel Aviv on Monday morning, but no personnel were injured in the incident.

By Ellie Cook On 6/16/25 at 2:51 AM EDT

Videos, pictures show aftermath of Iranian strikes on Tel Aviv

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Videos, pictures show aftermath of Iranian strikes on Tel Aviv

"Iran and Israel should make a deal, and will make a deal," President Donald Trump said on Sunday.

By Ellie Cook On 6/15/25 at 11:43 AM EDT

Iranian missiles hit Tel Aviv, videos show

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Iranian missiles hit Tel Aviv, videos show

Iran launched missiles at Israel. Israeli defense systems are active, and leaders warn of an escalating conflict.

By Jesus Mesa On 6/13/25 at 3:00 PM EDT

Argentina's President Javier Milei captures Houthi missile attack on Israel

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Argentina's President Javier Milei captures Houthi missile attack on Israel

Hostilities between the Houthis and Israel are escalating with Israel forces carrying a naval strike against a port in Yemen

By Amira El-Fekki‎ On 6/11/25 at 1:38 AM EDT

Israel plans Iran attack even if Trump reaches nuclear deal: Report

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Israel plans Iran attack even if Trump reaches nuclear deal: Report

U.S. fears Israel will attack Iran nuclear sites without advance notice or coordination, risking ongoing diplomatic talks.

By Amir Daftari On 5/28/25 at 5:06 AM EDT

Iran threatens strike on Israel as US talks hang in balance

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Iran threatens strike on Israel as US talks hang in balance

Iran's army chief says Tehran is "fully ready" to strike Israel as President Trump signals nuclear deal could be days away.

By Amir Daftari On 5/26/25 at 11:04 AM EDT

Israel arrests suspected Iranian spy

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Israel arrests suspected Iranian spy

Eduard Yusupov, 65, is accused of collaborating with Iranian intelligence operatives and carrying out directed missions.

By Amir Daftari On 3/24/25 at 8:04 AM EDT

Israeli police report explosions on buses in suspected militant attack

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Israeli police report explosions on buses in suspected militant attack

The incident occurred just hours after Hamas released the bodies of four Israeli hostages from Gaza.

By Jesus Mesa On 2/20/25 at 3:45 PM EST

Israeli strikes kill 9 in Yemen after Houthi missile hits near Tel Aviv

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Israeli strikes kill 9 in Yemen after Houthi missile hits near Tel Aviv

Following a Houthi missile attack near Tel Aviv, Israeli airstrikes pounded Yemen's rebel-held capital and a port city, killing at least nine people.

By Michael D. Carroll On 12/19/24 at 9:16 AM EST

Netanyahu brands corruption charges 'absurd' as he takes the stand

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Netanyahu brands corruption charges 'absurd' as he takes the stand

Allegations of fraud and bribery have trickled through the Israeli judiciary since 2020.

By Shannon McDonagh On 12/10/24 at 10:41 AM EST

Israeli Defense Minister Gallant steps down sparking nationwide protests

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Israeli Defense Minister Gallant steps down sparking nationwide protests

Many people in Israel viewed Yoav Gallant as the sole moderate voice in a far-right government.

By Amir Daftari On 11/8/24 at 10:58 AM EST

Israel Braces for another round of Iranian missiles

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Israel Braces for another round of Iranian missiles

Jerusalem residents wait for the next Israeli attack on Iran now that the Jewish new year has ended

By Sean O'Driscoll On 10/4/24 at 2:00 PM EDT

Tel Aviv shooting victim identified as new mom who died shielding infant

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Tel Aviv shooting victim identified as new mom who died shielding infant

Inbar Segev-Vigder was one of seven victims of a suspected terror attack in Israel. Her 9-month-old son survived uninjured.

By Monica Sager On 10/2/24 at 11:58 AM EDT

Oil prices up after Iran strikes Israel

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Oil prices up after Iran strikes Israel

Tehran is warning that any Israeli response to its missile attack would be met with "vast destruction."

By Amir Daftari On 10/2/24 at 7:34 AM EDT

Gunmen kill 8 in Tel Aviv attack

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Gunmen kill 8 in Tel Aviv attack

At least eight people were killed during a shooting on Tuesday.

By Matthew Impelli On 10/1/24 at 1:50 PM EDT

Tel Aviv truck blast probed as possible terrorist attack: Israeli media

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Tel Aviv truck blast probed as possible terrorist attack: Israeli media

A senior police officer told Israeli media that a truck explosion in Tel Aviv could have been an attempted terror attack.

By Gabe Whisnant On 8/18/24 at 4:41 PM EDT

Yemen's Houthis claim drone strike on Israel's Tel Aviv

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Yemen's Houthis claim drone strike on Israel's Tel Aviv

"We are looking into the reports that it was an aerial target," an IDF spokesperson told Newsweek.

By Tom O'Connor On 7/18/24 at 10:42 PM EDT

Shake Shack faces boycott calls over Israel

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Shake Shack faces boycott calls over Israel

The American burger chain's recent opening of a restaurant in Tel Aviv has sparked outrage on social media.

By Ryan Smith On 3/8/24 at 7:07 AM EST

Video shows Israeli passenger plane land amid rocket fire

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Video shows Israeli passenger plane land amid rocket fire

The flight landed in Tel Aviv on Friday evening amid a volley of rockets exchanged between Hamas and Israel's Iron Dome.

By Thomas Kika On 12/10/23 at 5:09 PM EST

Shani Louk update as mother fears "time is running out"

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Shani Louk update as mother fears "time is running out"

Ricarda Louk said the release of some hostages by Hamas had given her "a bit of hope," but said those remaining were "in the middle of a war zone."

By Aleks Phillips On 10/26/23 at 10:01 AM EDT

Palestinian militants hijacked my plane. I know the hostages' pain

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Palestinian militants hijacked my plane. I know the hostages' pain

The events in Israel and Gaza are all too familiar. Hamas has the same goal as the PFLP five decades ago.

By Mimi Nichter On 10/14/23 at 4:30 AM EDT

Footage shows aftermath of Tel Aviv car, stabbing attack

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Footage shows aftermath of Tel Aviv car, stabbing attack

The attack likely stemmed from revenge after Israel launched an operation against Jenin earlier this week.

By Anna Skinner On 7/4/23 at 12:57 PM EDT

Ron DeSantis tries to commandeer Trump's greatest Israel accomplishment

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Ron DeSantis tries to commandeer Trump's greatest Israel accomplishment

A Trump spokesperson told Newsweek that DeSantis is just trying to "bolster his thin resume."

By Nick Mordowanec On 4/27/23 at 3:40 PM EDT

Israel mobilizes military after tourist killed in car ramming

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Israel mobilizes military after tourist killed in car ramming

At least six tourists were injured and one killed in a car-ramming attack on Friday.

By Katherine Fung On 4/7/23 at 4:43 PM EDT

Netanyahu says protesters just don't get it, blames Israeli "propaganda"

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Netanyahu says protesters just don't get it, blames Israeli "propaganda"

Israelis are protesting a series of legislative reforms, but Prime Minister Benjamin Netanyahu said many of the protestors don't understand the proposals.

By Anna Skinner On 3/27/23 at 1:22 PM EDT

Video shows horses running into middle of Israeli protest

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Video shows horses running into middle of Israeli protest

Police officers mounted on horses were seen charging into crowds of protesters in an effort to disperse demonstrations in Tel Aviv.

By Katherine Fung On 3/27/23 at 12:39 PM EDT

Israel faces "revolution" as thousands protest regime, urge general strike

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Israel faces "revolution" as thousands protest regime, urge general strike

After thousands of people poured onto the streets protesting judicial overhaul plans on Sunday, workers across Israel's economy are staging walk-outs on Monday.

By Aleks Phillips On 3/27/23 at 7:51 AM EDT

Who Is Golda Meir? Biden Recalls Ukraine-Born, U.S.-Raised Ex-PM of Israel

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