In the US, Gantz says Biden not against settlements, but against blocking path to 2 states; official says countries misusing NSO tech are the problem -- not the firm itself

Move comes after powerful Israeli-made surveillance tools reportedly used against journalists and activists by countries around the world under the guise of fighting terror, crimes

Senior defense officials reportedly fear 4iG's purchase of majority stake in Spacecom, the operator of the AMOS, could undermine one of Israel's most important strategic tools

If recent hack of diplomats phones confirmed, it would represent first time Israeli group's surveillance software used against American officials; assailant remains unknown

From Iran to settlements to relations with China, issues are cropping up that threaten to disrupt relations between Jerusalem and Washington DC

In potential major blow to industry, Defense Ministry reportedly scales down list of eligible states to just 37, dropping the UAE, Morocco, Saudi Arabia and dozens of others

Defense minister due to meet Moroccan military chief, foreign minister later in the day; state visit is first of IDF personnel in uniform to the North African kingdom

First Israeli defense minister to make trip calls visit 'a touch historic,' will meet Moroccan counterpart, foreign minister, head of armed forces

Tech firm says it's seeking permanent injunction to ban Herzliya-based company from using any of its software; Apple security head warns that those who weaponize its tech will pay

Moody's downgrades firm's credit grading to poor amid trade restrictions and expected cash flow problems