Wednesday, February 11th, 2026
– Trump, Netanyahu discuss Iran situation:
US President Donald Trump and Israeli Prime Minister Benjamin Netanyahu held a crucial meeting in Washington focused on Iran. Trump expressed his preference for an agreement with Iran devoid of nuclear weaponry and missiles. A possible deployment of an additional aircraft carrier to the Middle East has been anticipated if negotiations with Tehran fail. This potential US-Iran deal stirs worry in Israel, as it may limit their military operations on Iranian soil.
– Deportation of Israeli Arab terrorists approved:
In a first, Netanyahu has endorsed the deportation of two Israeli Arab criminals convicted of terrorism. Utilizing a law enacted three years prior, Israel can now revoke citizenship or residency of convicted terrorists. The two convicts, Mahmoud Ahmad, due for release in 2024, and Mohammed Hussein Helsi, are set to be deported upon their release. This move garners widespread approval from various Israeli authorities.
– Donald Trump to receive Israel Prize:
Former U.S. President Donald Trump has been invited by Israeli Education Minister Yoav Kish to attend the Israel Prize ceremony in Jerusalem. Trump is set to be awarded the Israel Prize for his significant contribution to the Jewish people, marking an unprecedented moment reflecting the deep gratitude of the Israeli public.
– Netanyahu presents to Trump guidelines for Iran negotiations:
With a heavily focused agenda on Iran, Netanyahu is likely to present a series of stringent stipulations for any potential negotiations with Iran. Included among these are the complete prohibition of uranium enrichment on Iranian soil and a limit on ballistic missiles. However, international opinions suggest that a pact with Iran is unlikely, leaving a military option on table.
– First deportation of terrorism convicts by Israel:
Netanyahu has approved a pioneering order for the deportation of two citizens convicted of terrorism. Both convicts, Mahmoud Ahmed and Mohammad Ahmed Hussein Halasi, will be deported immediately after release from their respective imprisonment sentences under a law passed in February 2023.
– Herzog appeals to Australian PM following Sydney attack:
President Herzog of Israel has made an urgent appeal to Australian Prime Minister Albanese in the wake of the Sydney slaughter. Herzog urged the Prime Minister to establish measures to combat anti-Semitism prevalent in Australia. This plea came as Israeli victims of the violent act were recognized as casualties of hostile occurrences.
– Iran seeks US sanctions to be lifted swiftly:
Iran wishes for a prompt conclusion to its diplomatic talks with the United States and for the cessation of sanctions. Amid this, Israeli officials voice concerns over the proposed nuclear agreement and its possible impact on Israel’s freedom to operate in Iran.
Sources:
טראמפ: “מעדיף הסכם עם איראן, בלי גרעין ובלי טילים”. ישראל תדרוש חופש פעולה
לראשונה – נתניהו חתם על גירוש שני מחבלים ערבים ישראלים
ההזמנה לטראמפ להשתתף בטקס פרס ישראל – והפסלון הייחודי שעוצב עבורו
הערכות בישראל: הסיכוי להסכם נמוך; תקיפה באיראן עדיין על הפרק
לראשונה: מחבלים אזרחי ישראל יגורשו מהמדינה
ישראל הכירה בקורבנות הטבח בסידני כנפגעי פעולות איבה: “מחויבים לכל יהודי”
טהרן רוצה הסכם עם ארה”ב, איראני “התחנן לטראמפ לעצור את המו”מ – והתאבד”