Thomas Helm

Pro-Israel accounts cited false numbers from Prime Minister that 18 Palestinians were arrested on suspicion of arson

Appeal for firefighting aircraft as Netanyahu warns that flames could 'easily' reach city

Israel seeks foreign assistance to battle blazes that have injured at least a dozen people

Tens of thousands have been displaced across the West Bank since the beginning of 'Iron Wall'

Appointment of largely unpopular Abbas confidant Hussein Al Sheikh as PLO vice president has angered many Palestinians

Smoke rises after Israeli attack on what it claims is Hezbollah missile storage site

Adept politician is now a likely successor but is widely distrusted by those he would govern

Late pontiff was a strong supporter of Gaza throughout the war

Official is alleged to have leaked information about investigation into far-right ideology in the police force

Small but growing number of medical 'refusenik' conscientious objectors are leaving army

Defence Minister Israel Katz warns Gazans this is the 'final moment' to oust Hamas and release hostages

Protest letter by around 1,000 reservists and veterans raises fears about military's readiness as Israel expands fighting

Supreme Court rules Shin Bet boss Ronen Bar must remain in post until April 20

Despite kind words, US President did not give the Israeli leader an easy time during White House press conference

Protest action comes amid intensified Israeli bombardment and blockade of the strip