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A key governing partner of Israeli Prime Minister Benjamin Netanyahu says it is quitting the government, leaving him with a minority in parliament.

Israel threatened to escalate attacks on Syrian government forces unless they withdrew from Sweida, a southern province dominated by the Druse minority.

DAMASCUS/JERUSALEM (Reuters) -Powerful airstrikes shook Damascus on Wednesday, targeting the defence ministry as Israel vowed to destroy Syrian government forces attacking Druze communities in southern Syria and demanded they withdraw.

A large forest fire broke out in the Jerusalem Hills on Wednesday afternoon, with multiple firefighting teams responding at the location, Israel's Fire and Rescue Authority confirmed. Reports of a fire were first received at 5:30 p.m., the authority added.

A highly unusual appearance from Mike Huckabee comes as President Trump has called for the long-running legal case to be suspended.

An Israeli ultra-Orthodox party has announced plans to leave Prime Minister Benjamin Netanyahu's coalition government.

Syrian activist relays discussion with Syrian President Ahmed al-Sharaa about his interest in peace deal with Israel, but several key issues remain between the two countries.

Yoga in Jerusalem: 200 enthusiasts gather for delayed International Yoga Day session at Jaffa Gate, promoting health and unity, with support from India and Israel officials.

The Jerusalem Development Authority is transforming Jerusalem for the next generation through strategic investments, grassroots programs, and bold infrastructure plans.