Grapevine, June 12, 2026: Israel is losing brownie points (opens original article in a new tab)

Several countries have sanctioned Israeli officials over their alleged role in violence against Palestinians, while a peace-focused book launch faced disruption from a national alarm. US Ambassador Huckabee will receive an award and speak at a conference on antisemitism.

• Australia, Canada, France, New Zealand, Norway, and the UK have imposed sanctions on Israeli officials over alleged support for violence against Palestinians
• European countries criticize Israel's refusal to allow humanitarian aid into Gaza and its handling of the West Bank conflict
• A book by an Israeli and Palestinian author promoting peace was launched despite a national alarm during the event
• US Ambassador Mike Huckabee to receive Herzl Prize and speak at conference on combating antisemitism