Benjamin Netanyahu backs out of asylum-seeker deal

Today's Big Question Suggestion that the US take over and redevelop the war-torn region, and displace its Palestinian residents, has been condemned by Arab allies but welcomed by Israel

By Harriet Marsden, The Week UK Published 5 February 25

In Depth 'Sleep demons' have plagued our dreams throughout the centuries, but the explanation could be medical

By The Week Staff Published 24 January 25

Today's Big Question Benjamin Netanyahu launches 'extensive and significant' operation, with deadly strikes on Jenin, arrests and checkpoints across the occupied territory

By Harriet Marsden, The Week UK Published 23 January 25

Under The Radar Israel expects released captives to have 'severe' physical and emotional challenges

By Chas Newkey-Burden, The Week UK Published 22 January 25

Speed Read Herzi Halevi took responsibility for his failure to prevent the attacks that sparked Israel's war in Gaza

By Rafi Schwartz, The Week US Published 22 January 25

Speed Read A deal between Israel and Hamas to release hostages and begin a ceasefire was officially signed by representatives in Doha

By Peter Weber, The Week US Published 17 January 25

The Explainer After more than a year of violence that has left tens of thousands dead and pushed the Middle East toward broader regional war, negotiators say an end is in sight

By Rafi Schwartz, The Week US Published 15 January 25

The Explainer The newly liberated Syria is in an incredibly precarious position, but it's too soon to succumb to defeatist gloom

By The Week UK Published 14 December 24