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An Israeli military vehicle stands on the street during an Israeli raid, in Jenin, in the Israeli-occupied West Bank.
TOP STORIES

In the West Bank, Trump is allowing Netanyahu to take aggressive actions that could destabilize the region

Those who believed that US President Donald Trump would emerge as the peace-promoting leader the Middle East has long sought should reconsider in light of the current situation in the Occupied West Bank. The Israeli army is unleashing devastation in Jenin, seemingly unfazed by 15 months of ongoing conflict, as they witness the striking scene of numerous well-equipped Hamas fighters and vehicles encircling the Red … Continue reading In the West Bank, Trump is allowing Netanyahu to take aggressive actions that could destabilize the region

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Russia's UN representative Vassily Nebenzia
DIPLOMACY

Russia has called Israel’s actions in Syria “unlawful,” a threat to its future, and a violation of international norms

Israel’s actions in Syria, described as “unlawful” by Russian Ambassador to the UN Vassily Nebenzia, threaten the nation’s future, violate international standards, and exacerbate the humanitarian crisis in the region, he stated during a UN Security Council meeting on Wednesday. Following the collapse of Bashar Assad’s government in late 2024, Israel initiated a significant bombing campaign targeting Syrian sites. The Israel Defense Forces (IDF) also … Continue reading Russia has called Israel’s actions in Syria “unlawful,” a threat to its future, and a violation of international norms

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Israeli soldiers stand on Mount Hermon, in Syria.
DISPUTES

Netanyahu said Israel will maintain its presence on Mt. Hermon until a new agreement is reached

Israel will maintain its presence at the strategic Mount Hermon location along the Syrian border until an alternative arrangement is established, stated Prime Minister Benjamin Netanyahu. Israeli forces entered Mount Hermon after moving into a demilitarized area between Syria and the Israeli-occupied Golan Heights, following the recent destabilization of Syrian President Bashar al-Assad’s government. Officials have characterized this action as a temporary and limited measure … Continue reading Netanyahu said Israel will maintain its presence on Mt. Hermon until a new agreement is reached

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The aftermath of suspected Israeli strikes near Mezzeh Air Base, outside Damascus, on December 8.
DISPUTES

Israel conducts 480 airstrikes in Syria and captures territory, with Netanyahu pledging to reshape the Middle East

The downfall of the Assad regime has triggered a significant military reaction from Israel, which has initiated airstrikes on military installations throughout Syria and for the first time in half a century, deployed ground forces into and beyond a demilitarized buffer zone. On Tuesday, the Israeli military reported conducting approximately 480 strikes across Syria in the preceding two days, targeting many of the nation’s key … Continue reading Israel conducts 480 airstrikes in Syria and captures territory, with Netanyahu pledging to reshape the Middle East

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Israeli soldiers operate in a location given as Southern Syria, in this screengrab from a video obtained by Reuters on December 9, 2024.
DISPUTES

Israeli forces are reportedly near Damascus following airstrikes on Syrian military sites, according to Syrian sources

An Israeli military operation has advanced approximately 25 kilometers (16 miles) southwest of Damascus, according to Syrian security sources on Tuesday. This follows Israel‘s establishment of a buffer zone in southern Syria and subsequent airstrikes targeting Syrian military installations and airbases overnight. This military action by Israel comes just two days after a swift coup that ousted President Bashar al-Assad, creating unease among Syrians, neighboring … Continue reading Israeli forces are reportedly near Damascus following airstrikes on Syrian military sites, according to Syrian sources

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Prime Minister Benjamin Netanyahu
DISPUTES

Netanyahu’s government is reportedly preparing to annex the West Bank

Israeli Prime Minister Benjamin Netanyahu‘s administration is reportedly preparing to announce the formal annexation of the West Bank within the next few weeks, as indicated by Pulitzer Prize-winning journalist Seymour Hersh. Hersh notes that Israel has been significantly supported by military aid and funding from Washington, and is intensifying efforts to relocate Palestinians from northern Gaza to the southern part of the territory. Additionally, the … Continue reading Netanyahu’s government is reportedly preparing to annex the West Bank

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DISPUTES

Israeli forces clearing landmines and constructing new barriers in Golan Heights

Israel appears to be preparing to intensify its ground operations against Hezbollah while enhancing its defensive measures. Reports indicate that Israeli forces have been clearing landmines and constructing new barriers along the border between the Israeli-occupied Golan Heights and a demilitarized zone adjacent to Syria, according to security sources and analysts. This development implies that Israel may be planning to launch strikes against Hezbollah from … Continue reading Israeli forces clearing landmines and constructing new barriers in Golan Heights

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