LiveLive Updates July 28, 2026Share to FacebookShare to XArticle printing is available to subscribers onlyPrint in a simple, ad-free formatSubscribeComments: Zen reading is available to subscribers onlyAd-free and in a comfortable reading formatSubscribeJuly 28, 2026UpdatesYemen's Houthis say they launched attack on Saudi vessel with ballistic missilesYemen's ‌Houthis said ‌on Tuesday that they ⁠had fired ⁠ballistic missiles at a Saudi oil tanker, accusing the vessel ‌of violating ‌what they described as their maritime blockade on Saudi Arabia in the Red ⁠Sea and ignoring warning calls.The Iran-aligned ‌group's ⁠military spokesperson, ‌Yahya Saree, said the vessel was ⁠forced to turn back.Over 100 protesters rally against settler violence in Tel AvivAbout 150 people are demonstrating against settler violence in Tel Aviv's Habima Square, where police forced protesters into the square and confiscated sound equipment after declaring the demonstration illegal.The protest was organized by Standing Together, Looking the Occupation in the Eye and other organizations, and follows a similar demonstration held on Saturday that ended with the arrest of nine demonstrators who blocked a road.A police officer and a protester at Tel Aviv's Habima on Tuesday. Credit: Moti MilrodA police officer and a protester at Tel Aviv's Habima on Tuesday. Credit: Moti MilrodDemocratic Rep. Ro Khanna says it's Americans' responsibility to 'end occupation'In memory of Awdah Hathaleen, a father, educator, and community leader.U.S. Democratic Representative Ro Khanna marked a year since the murder of Awdah al-Hathaleen, who was killed in the Palestinian community of Umm al-Kheir, and emphasized that settler violence in the West Bank is "rapidly increasing.""I have heard countless stories from Palestinian and Jewish activists about Awdah's kindness and courage," Khanna said. "It is our responsibility as Americans to stand up for peace and end this occupation that has claimed so many innocent lives."Khanna called on Sunday for the arrest of four Israeli soldiers who he said assisted armed Israeli settlers in detaining him during a visit to the West Bank earlier this month.UN refugee chief hopeful about Washington partnership after reports of possible split with Trump administrationThe United Nations High Commissioner ⁠for Refugees Barham Salih said on Tuesday he was hopeful that the organization's partnership with Washington would continue after reports ‌of a possible split with the Trump administration."The ‌United States has been a very important, vital partner to UNHCR for decades. That partnership remains as vital as ever and we are hopeful that this partnership will continue," he told reporters."We are in touch with U.S. colleagues and ⁠we continue our conversations."Earlier, diplomats had told Reuters that the risk of ‌a split had been ⁠averted, citing successful efforts ‌by UN officials and others.The United States has historically been the largest donor to the ⁠UN refugee agency, which provides aid to millions of displaced people around the world and oversees a 75-year-old convention ‌that guarantees their legal protections.MK says Border Police pushed him at memorial of Awdah al-Hathaleen, Palestinian activist killed by settlerAt the memorial service of late activist Awdah al-Hathaleen, a prominent community activist killed a year ago by a settler in the South Hebron Hills, Hadash MK Ofer Cassif told Haaretz that a Border Police officer pushed him.In the community of Umm al-Kheir, Cassif eulogized al-Hathaleen as a "man of non-violent struggle, principled against the occupation and the theft of land by the settlements and outposts. He was murdered exactly a year ago, with his child on his shoulders. His murderer, Yinon Levi, has been free for a year, with the weapon. An outpost was established on the village's land, which was manned in violation of the court ruling at the time.""We arrived at the event today in the community; it was a quiet and respectful event in the presence of the media and many people. Out of nowhere, dozens of Border Police officers arrived." He said the officer presented a closed military area order and said that we had to "evacuate within five minutes or force would be used. He shouted, and I shouted back.""At some point, he pushed me to the ground," he said, emphasizing that he is "very afraid" that settlers will commit an "act of revenge" against the community. "I am afraid that the occupation forces will come in and go wild. This is the routine there these days. I am very afraid for them."Report: Iranian officials say they reject U.S. cease-fireIranian officials have made it clear that their country has not agreed to a cease-fire and is in no hurry to hold direct talks or negotiations with the Americans, the New York Times reported.According to the report, Iranian officials insist that they are in a position of strength, while military commanders in the country praise their successes on the battlefield. At the same time, Iranian diplomats categorically reject claims from Washington that Tehran is eager to return to the negotiating table.Netanyahu honors Sen. Lindsey Graham's 'extraordinary legacy' of 'combating antisemitism' at memorial dinnerPrime Minister Benjamin Netanyahu eulogized Senator Lindsey Graham at a memorial dinner in his honor on Monday and celebrated his "extraordinary legacy" to "combating antisemitism and strengthening the unbreakable alliance between the United States and Israel," the Prime Minister's Office said in a statement."America has lost a great patriot. Israel has lost one of its greatest friends and supporters. And I have lost a dear friend," Netanyahu said.Sara Netanyahu attends Monday's memorial dinner in honor of late Senator Lindsey Graham. Credit: Mayaan Toaf/GPO/Sara NetanyahuSara Netanyahu attends Monday's memorial dinner in honor of late Senator Lindsey Graham. Credit: Mayaan Toaf/GPO/Sara NetanyahuThe dinner was attended by the Prime Minister and his wife, Sara, who received credit in retouched official government press photos from the dinner.Netanyahu arrives at White House for closed-door meeting with TrumpIsraeli Prime Minister Benjamin Netanyahu arrives at the White House in Washington, D.C., on Tuesday. Credit: Elizabeth Frantz/ReutersIsraeli Prime Minister Benjamin Netanyahu arrives at the White House in Washington, D.C., on Tuesday. Credit: Elizabeth Frantz/ReutersIsrael's Prime Minister Benjamin Netanyahu has arrived at the White House to meet U.S. President Donald Trump behind closed doors on Tuesday morning. Read the full articleAlmost half of Americans believe Netanyahu should be arrested during U.S. visit, poll saysNearly half of Americans (49 percent) believe that U.S. law enforcement should arrest Prime Minister Benjamin Netanyahu during his visit to the country, including 74 percent of Kamala Harris voters in the 2024 presidential election and 23 percent of Donald Trump voters, according to a new survey by The Economist/YouGov.Netanyahu lands in Washington on Tuesday. Credit: Maayan Toaf / GPO