Trump orders blockade on Venezuela, vowing to surround the country with an “Armada” and intensify strikes as pressure grows on Maduro’s regime.

Israeli actress Noa Tishby and Erin Foster light the third Hanukkah candle. Foster, a Jewish convert, discusses her show, faith, and backlash over false claims of anti-Israel propaganda.

Two British-Lebanese men face terror charges in London for alleged Hezbollah membership, training in Lebanon, and involvement in drone parts procurement.

New York Post reports that Mayor-elect Zohran Mamdani may appoint Ramzi Kassem - who defended an Al-Qaeda terrorist and led anti-Israel activism - as NYC’s top legal advisor.

Trump adds Syria and Palestinian Authority passport holders to the US travel ban, citing security and cultural concerns, while extending restrictions across several African and Asian nations.

<p><i>Sky News</i> reports that Naveed Akram, one of the two terrorists who carried out the attack at Bondi Beach in Sydney, has awakened from a coma after being wounded during his neutralization.</p>

Nick Reiner faces two first-degree murder charges in the stabbing deaths of his parents, Rob and Michele Reiner. Prosecutors say he may face life without parole or the death penalty.

<p>The Lahav 433 unit has issued a gag order as part of the investigation into the disappearance of Hymanut Kassaou from Tzfat. Due to the order, the development that led to the request for its imposition cannot be published.</p><p>The Magistrates’ Court accepted the request of the investigating unit and prohibited the publication of any details from the investigation, as well as any information that could identify those involved. The gag order remains in effect until next Monday.</p>