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ICC has issued arrest warrants for Israeli officials Netanyahu and Gallant, and Hamas leader

Judges at the International Criminal Court have issued arrest warrants for Israeli Prime Minister Benjamin Netanyahu, his former defense chief, and Hamas leader Ibrahim Al-Masri, citing alleged war crimes and crimes against humanity. This action follows an announcement by ICC prosecutor Karim Khan on May 20, indicating his pursuit of arrest warrants related to the events of October 7, 2023, when Hamas attacked Israel and … Continue reading ICC has issued arrest warrants for Israeli officials Netanyahu and Gallant, and Hamas leader

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Israel Katz, the new Defence Minister, is called a “bulldozer” by Israeli media for his assertive approach

Israel’s newly appointed Defence Minister, Israel Katz, is recognized for his confrontational approach and has been a steadfast ally of Prime Minister Binyamin Netanyahu for many years. In a significant move announced late Tuesday, Netanyahu dismissed Defence Minister Yoav Gallant, citing a loss of trust during the ongoing conflict with Hamas in Gaza. “Trust has diminished over the past few months. Consequently, I have decided … Continue reading Israel Katz, the new Defence Minister, is called a “bulldozer” by Israeli media for his assertive approach

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Israeli Defence Minister Yoav Gallant
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Israeli Prime Minister unexpectedly dismissed defense minister

Israeli Prime Minister Benjamin Netanyahu unexpectedly dismissed his widely supported defense minister, Yoav Gallant, on Tuesday, a decision that comes amid ongoing conflicts on several fronts in the region. This announcement triggered widespread protests throughout the country, including a large demonstration that brought central Tel Aviv to a standstill. Netanyahu and Gallant have frequently clashed over the ongoing war in Gaza. However, Netanyahu had refrained … Continue reading Israeli Prime Minister unexpectedly dismissed defense minister

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A handout image released on October 3, 2024 by the Israeli army says to show members of the Israeli army taking part in an operation in southern Lebanon.
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Israel’s military claims its strategic goals in Lebanon and Gaza are met; will Netanyahu agree to a ceasefire?

Israel’s military leaders are increasingly indicating that the nation has reached its military objectives in Lebanon and Gaza, suggesting it is now time for political negotiations to take place. This development coincides with statements from Lebanon’s prime minister, who has indicated that a ceasefire between Hezbollah and Israel may be on the horizon. Additionally, both candidates for the upcoming American presidency have expressed their desire … Continue reading Israel’s military claims its strategic goals in Lebanon and Gaza are met; will Netanyahu agree to a ceasefire?

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Remain calm; Biden’s influence on Israel’s operations against Iran

Hours after Iranian missiles struck Israel on October 1, the Biden conveyed an urgent message to Israel: Remain calm. Washington emphasized that Israel controlled the timeline and had the opportunity to carefully consider its response to an Iranian assault that U.S. intelligence suggested could have resulted in significant casualties had Israel, with American military assistance, not successfully countered the attack from its longstanding adversary. Officials … Continue reading Remain calm; Biden’s influence on Israel’s operations against Iran

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Netanyahu says Israel has significantly harmed Iran, while Khamenei downplays the damage

Israel’s airstrikes significantly impacted Iran‘s defense systems and missile production capabilities, according to Prime Minister Benjamin Netanyahu on Sunday. In contrast, Iranian Supreme Leader Ayatollah Ali Khamenei cautioned against overstating the effects of Saturday’s assault. As conflict continues in Gaza and Lebanon, the potential for direct confrontation between Israel and Iran poses a risk of escalating into a broader regional conflict. Nevertheless, a day after … Continue reading Netanyahu says Israel has significantly harmed Iran, while Khamenei downplays the damage

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Israeli Defence Minister Yoav Gallant
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After our operation in Iran, everyone will recognize your capabilities, Yoav Gallant tells pilots

Israeli Defence Minister Yoav Gallant addressed Air Force personnel on Wednesday, stating that following a strike in Iran, the global community will recognize Israel‘s strength and its adversaries will receive a clear warning, as indicated by a video and a post on X shared by his office. Israel is preparing a response to a ballistic missile assault launched by Iran on October 1, marking Tehran’s … Continue reading After our operation in Iran, everyone will recognize your capabilities, Yoav Gallant tells pilots

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Hamas sources say Yahya Sinwar may have been killed in Israeli operation

Hamas sources indicate that Yahya Sinwar may have been killed in an Israeli operation in Gaza. Israeli police have stated that they are conducting DNA tests to verify whether Sinwar has indeed been killed. A joint statement from the Israel Police Spokesperson’s Unit and the IDF Spokesperson’s Unit reads: “In light of recent reports regarding the potential identification of Yahya Sinwar’s death, the Israel Police, … Continue reading Hamas sources say Yahya Sinwar may have been killed in Israeli operation

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Is the Biden administration de-escalating or worsening Middle East conflict?

In February, while holding an ice cream cone, President Joe Biden of the United States stated that a ceasefire in Gaza was imminent, potentially occurring within days. However, over seven months later, Israel’s military actions in Gaza have not only persisted but have intensified, with Israeli forces conducting invasions and airstrikes in Lebanon as tensions and violence escalate throughout the Middle East. The Biden administration … Continue reading Is the Biden administration de-escalating or worsening Middle East conflict?

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Iran’s diplomatic efforts for mitigating the extent of Israel’s retaliation

Iran’s government is exhibiting considerable anxiety and has been actively pursuing urgent diplomatic discussions with various Middle Eastern nations. The aim is to explore possibilities for mitigating the extent of Israel‘s retaliation following its missile strike earlier this month. Should these efforts prove unsuccessful, Iran seeks assistance in safeguarding its interests, as reported by US media. This apprehension is largely due to doubts regarding the … Continue reading Iran’s diplomatic efforts for mitigating the extent of Israel’s retaliation

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