Ottawa city lawyer fired after being charged in connection with the vandalism of the National Holocaust Monument in early June. The accused, identified as Iain Aspenlieder, remains in custody.

<p>Two motorcyclists, approximately 25 years old, were struck by a bus on the Ayalon Highway near the Komemiyut Interchange.</p><p>Paramedics from Magen David Adom provided them with medical treatment at the scene and evacuated them in critical condition to Wolfson Hospital in Holon.</p>

MK Gadi Eisenkot informs Benny Gantz of his departure from the National Unity Party and the Knesset. Both emphasize ongoing cooperation. Gantz: "Significant ideological differences have emerged."

A spokesperson for Qatar’s Foreign Ministry says no ceasefire discussions are currently underway and accuses Israel of obstructing humanitarian aid to Gaza.

<p>Syrian Foreign Minister Asaad Al-Shibani welcomed the decision by US President Donald Trump to lift sanctions on Syria.</p><p>Shibani stated that the decision "will open the door to the long-awaited recovery and development."</p>

Iranian FM Araghchi downplays immediate US nuclear talks, insists Iran needs security assurances and time.

<p>Under the direction of the Israel Security Agency (Shin Bet), detectives from the Central District Police have arrested a married couple from Ra’anana on suspicion of espionage against the State of Israel on behalf of Iran.</p><p>The couple, both in their 30s, were taken into custody and, following their interrogation by the Sharon District's Central Unit, are expected to be brought before the court this morning for a hearing on the extension of their detention.</p>

<p>Defense Minister Israel Katz announced during a meeting held in response to recent acts of violence against IDF soldiers and security forces that a joint task force will be established, headed by the police and in cooperation with the IDF and Shin Bet, to coordinate the response to the issue. “The security forces operate for the safety of Israel's citizens, and we will not allow or tolerate such serious incidents in any way,” said Minister Katz. According to him, “The main issue is significant police enforcement.”</p>