A critique in the "Future of Jewish" newsletter questions the feasibility of a two-state solution to the Israeli-Palestinian conflict, arguing that most Israelis fear a Palestinian state would become a terror-supporting entity while Palestinians lean more towards armed struggle than a two-state solution.

Iran's attack on Israel drew the United States and Israel closer together after weeks of tension due to Israel's conflict with Hamas.

Israel's ambassador to Ottawa, Iddo Moed, hinted at potential retaliation in response to Canada's recent decision to halt arms sales to Israel, despite the move being non-binding.

Canada announced a ban on future military exports to Israel, though this move is expected to have little impact on Israel's defense capabilities as the items supplied were non-critical goods.