Israeli actress and singer Shulamit Aloni, a cultural icon who maintained a prominent public presence throughout her lengthy career, has died at the age of 91. Her death marks the end of an era for Israeli entertainment and political circles, where she remained an influential figure for decades.
In related regional developments, two American servicemen were killed in a strike in Jordan, escalating tensions across the Middle East. The incident comes as Washington issues travel warnings to Israel and tensions with Iran remain elevated following successive nights of strikes. The United States has warned American citizens against travelling to Israel amid the deteriorating security situation.
The Israeli Defence Forces announced that American refuelling aircraft will land in Israel as part of ongoing military coordination between the two allies. This logistical support underscores the deepening military integration between Jerusalem and Washington during the current period of heightened regional conflict.
Meanwhile, Palestinian lawmaker Mustafa Barghouti has threatened to pursue the arrest of Israeli Prime Minister Benjamin Netanyahu during his planned visit to New York, saying he is examining legal options to detain him. The threat reflects ongoing international legal pressure surrounding Israel’s military operations.
On the Lebanese front, the national army has begun deploying forces to the Piliot area, marking a significant development in efforts to establish state control in southern Lebanon. Separately, a fire broke out at Gilead Farm in Samaria, prompting the evacuation of residents from the area.
Source: Ynet — Original article in Hebrew.
