Israel

Gov. Mike Braun announced Monday at $60-million partnership with Iron Nation in an effort to bring Israeli tech start-ups to the state. Some activists worry it strengthens the state’s relationship with Israel at a time when many are urging divestment.

Leaders from Indiana are reacting to Saturday’s airstrikes in Iran.

Iran has not confirmed the death of Supreme Leader Ayatollah Ali Khamenei. The wave of airstrikes began after sunrise in Iran, with huge explosions ringing out in the capital Tehran.

An Indianapolis group gathered at Military Park in Indianapolis Saturday evening to protest the Trump administration’s military actions in Iran. A couple of dozen people gathered on a corner of the park, gave speeches, and chanted.

Indiana politicians reacted to the U.S. strikes on Iran — most praised President Trump’s decision, few criticized it.

Members of the Indianapolis Jewish community gathered on Monday night to commemorate the Oct. 7 attack on Israel by Hamas militants. The event was attended by Governor Eric Holcomb.

Indiana State Treasurer Daniel Elliott says Israeli bonds remain a good investment.

The West Lafayette city council this week voted down a resolution calling for a bilateral ceasefire in Gaza.

The conflict in the Middle East has deep social impacts across the U.S., including Indiana. One local Jewish woman shares her renewed sense of purpose.

Calls for cities to take a stance on the war in Gaza are putting pressure on not just national politicians, but also local leaders. In some U.S. cities like West Lafayette in Indiana, city officials are feeling the heat as calls for a Gaza ceasefire resolution mount.