Middle East

Yemen’s Houthis signal they’ll now limit their attacks in the Red Sea corridor to Israeli ships

The Houthis have targeted over 100 merchant vessels with missiles and drones since the Israel-Hamas war in the Gaza Strip started in October 2023.

January 20, 2025

Israel poised to strike Iran’s nuclear program – report

Senior European diplomat claims Israel has already decided to bomb Iranian nuclear facilities, as European powers reach out to incoming Trump administration in bid to pressure Israel to hold off on attack.

January 20, 2025

A flawed ceasefire but a chance to stop Iran

The Israeli government believes that removing the distraction in Gaza could be necessary to address the more dangerous threat lurking to the east.

January 19, 2025

On last day in office, Biden takes credit for Israeli military victories, hostage deal

'The Middle East has been fundamentally transformed,' Biden says on eve of Trump's inauguration, touting Israeli victories against Hamas, Hezbollah, and Iran, and taking victory lap over implementation of Gaza ceasefire.

January 19, 2025

‘Gaza is victorious, Israel lost’ – Iran celebrates ceasefire

Gaza ceasefire is a 'defeat for the monstrous Zionist regime,' says IRGC in a media statement.

January 16, 2025

Iran accuses Israel of planting bombs in nuclear equipment

Iranian vice president claims Israel tried to sabotage Iran's nuclear program by planting bombs in centrifuges but attempt was foiled.

January 15, 2025

Turkish chief rabbi dead at 84

According to local media, Turkish President Recep Tayyip Erdoğan called leaders of the Jewish community to convey his condolences.

January 14, 2025

Assad torture chief gunned down in Syrian street

'We will not hesitate to hold accountable the criminals, murderers, security and army officers involved in torturing the Syrian people,' the new Syrian leader Al-Sharaa said.

January 14, 2025

Don’t be fooled by the Palestinian Authority, observers warn

Despite its current operations against terrorism in Judea and Samaria, their real reasons are not as honorable as one might think.

January 13, 2025

IAF bombs Hezbollah terror targets in Lebanon

Israel launches biggest strikes since truce was implemented, citing Hezbollah's repeated violations of the ceasefire.

January 13, 2025

Iran holding war games as it faces Israel tensions, Trump’s return

'In these exercises, … defense systems will practice the fight against air, missile, and electronic warfare threats in real battlefield conditions… to protect the country’s skies and sensitive and vital areas,' Iranian state television said.

January 12, 2025

Hamas, PA clash over Jenin anti-terror operation

PA accuses Hamas of sacrificing Gaza for Iranian interests.

January 12, 2025

Assad refused Iran’s plea to attack Israel after Oct. 7

The Syrian dictator refused, citing strained relations with the Islamic Republic.

January 11, 2025

Netanyahu calls meeting to discuss possible third Iran strike

Israeli support for a harsh response against Iran cuts across political lines.

January 10, 2025

Bernie Sanders receives a vote for president of Lebanon as army chief wins

Vermont senator receives a vote for president in Lebanon's parliament, as Joseph Aoun elected following two year deadlock.

January 10, 2025

Lebanon’s parliament elects army commander Joseph Aoun as president, ending a 2-year deadlock

In a speech to parliament, Aoun pledged to carry out reforms to the judicial system, fight corruption and work to consolidate the state’s right to 'monopolize the carrying of weapons,' in an apparent allusion to the arms of Hezbollah.

January 9, 2025

With Hezbollah weakened, Lebanon to hold presidential vote

Candidates in focus include army commander General Joseph Aoun — said by Lebanese politicians to enjoy US approval — Jihad Azour, a senior International Monetary Fund official who formerly served as finance minister, and Major-General Elias al-Baysari — head of General Security, a state security agency.

January 9, 2025

Iran was ‘defeated very badly’ in Syria, general admits

Iranian general admits in leaked audio recording that he is 'not proud' of overthrow of longtime ally Bashar Assad in Syria, calls his ouster a 'very big blow' to Tehran.

January 9, 2025

Rafic Hariri International Airport in Beirut

Israel nearly bombed Beirut Airport to stop Iranian money transfers

An Iranian diplomat aboard the plane refused to allow a search of his bag, which was later confiscated by Lebanese security.

January 9, 2025

Hezbollah’s pick for president of Lebanon backs out of race

The presidency, which, according to Lebanon's sectarian power-sharing system, must go to a Maronite Christian, has been vacant since 2022 when Michel Aoun's term ended.

January 8, 2025

Biden pulls military aid from Israel to boost Hezbollah-infiltrated Lebanese Forces

While the dollar amounts may seem modest, the timing of these last-minute moves by the administration has raised eyebrows in Washington.

January 8, 2025

As ceasefire’s end approaches, Israeli officials doubt Lebanon’s long-term stability

Jerusalem remains concerned about the Lebanese Armed Forces’ ability to fill the vacuum left by Hezbollah.

January 7, 2025

Iran executed over 900 people in 2024, including dozens of women, says UN

One of the women executed for murder had killed her husband to prevent him from raping her daughter, stated UN rights office spokesperson Liz Throssell.

January 7, 2025

UAE in talks with US, Israel about provisional government for postwar Gaza

'These have been deliberative discussions that continue, as we seek the best way forward.'

January 7, 2025

Israel-Turkey war a possibility, warns state commission

Nagel Committee, commissioned by Netanyahu government to assess military preparedness in face of looming threats, warns that Israel could face direct confrontation with Turkey, and must prepare for a possible war.

January 7, 2025

Iran’s illegal oil exports quadruple under Biden’s watch

Conservative estimates place the value of crude oil and condensate exports at $135 billion during Biden’s term, with an additional $25 billion from fuel oil exports.

January 6, 2025

‘Jews are damned, have gone astray’ – Syrian school curriculum

The changes, which were posted on the Education Ministry's Facebook page, sparked near-instant backlash.

January 6, 2025

Lebanon: IDF troops on territory are ‘danger to regional stability”

If the IDF remains in Lebanon past the 60-day deadline, there will be 'serious problems,' warns Lebanese official.

January 6, 2025

Iran armed the Houthis for ‘years’ of attacks against Israel

Some experts suggest the only path to neutralizing the Houthi threat lies in eliminating its leader Abdul-Malik al-Houthi.

January 5, 2025

Israeli military preparing for ‘extreme’ Iranian attack – report

IDF Chief of Staff Herzi Halevi reportedly placing Israeli military on high alert, amid intelligence suggesting Iran planning 'extreme' attack on Israel ahead of President-elect Trump's inauguration later this month.

January 5, 2025

‘An Israeli attack could spark full-scale war’ – Iranian official

After ongoing Iranian aggression, official says he hopes that 'Israel will refrain from taking reckless action.'

January 5, 2025

Israeli minister: ‘Turkey is becoming the new Iran in Syria’

Since the beginning of the Gaza war, Turkey has become increasingly hostile towards Israel.

January 2, 2025

Khamenei meets wounded Hezbollah terrorists in Tehran

Israel’s attacks on Hezbollah’s pagers and radios put at least 1,500 terrorists out of commission, with many blinded or losing hands.

January 2, 2025

Palestinian Authority backs Israel’s claims Hamas using Gaza hospitals for terror operations

Israel has long accused Hamas of using Gaza hospitals as command and control centers. Now the Palestinian Authority's paramilitary security force is backing up Israel's claims.

December 31, 2024

Syria’s de facto leader says holding elections could take up to four years

Drafting a new constitution could take up to three years, the Syrian leader said.

December 29, 2024

Hezbollah newspaper agitates for return to war against Israel

Hezbollah is the only party that can 'confront the arrogance of the Israeli enemy,' claims outlet affiliated with the terror group.

December 29, 2024

How the international community funds the Hamas war machine

Hamas exploits its power to plunder the international resources delivered into Gaza, which it uses to sustain its dictatorship.

December 27, 2024

Arab leaders urging Trump to replace Mahmoud Abbas

The Arab leaders revealed that not only is Abbas preventing an agreement between Israel and the Palestinians, but he is also obstructing efforts to resolve the situation in Gaza due to his political weakness and low popularity.

December 26, 2024

Gaza famine report withdrawn after ‘irresponsible’ exaggerations

'It is irresponsible to issue a report like this,' says outgoing U.S. Ambassador to Israel Jack Lew.

December 26, 2024

Marwan Barghouti tops Palestinian polls for PA leadership as family lobbies for his release

The AWRAD survey also found 71% of Palestinians were dissatisfied with the leadership of PA President Mahmoud Abbas.

December 25, 2024

Iran: Ballistic missile attack was ‘self-defense’ after Haniyeh killing

Iran calls Israel's killing of Hamas head Ismail Haniyeh a 'heinous crime,' says it justifies October missile barrage.

December 25, 2024

Study reveals $10B theft from Syria’s vanished Jewish community

From a population of approximately 50,000 Jews at the century’s start, numbers fell to roughly 30,000 by Israel’s establishment, and within a decade, only 5,000 remained.

December 24, 2024

Israel to lobby EU, UK to designate Houthis as terrorists

“The Houthis pose a threat not only to Israel but to the region and the entire world,” Sa’ar said in a statement.

December 24, 2024

Palestinian Authority joins Israel in banning Al Jazeera

The PA's ruling Fatah party banned the Qatar-based media outlet from Judea and Samaria, accusing it of incitement, months after Israel did the same.

December 24, 2024

‘They stole everything’ – Looting gangs terrorize Gaza aid convoys

'I asked one of them for a sack of flour to feed my children, and he pointed a a pistol at me,' says Gazan.

December 24, 2024

Trump will have ‘almost zero time’ to prevent a nuclear Iran

The report argues that U.S. support for a potential Israeli strike on Iran’s nuclear program is the best way to 'build leverage and halt Tehran’s nuclear clock.'

December 23, 2024

‘We won’t accept jihadists on our border,’ Israel tells Syrian rebels

The IDF has deployed troops in a region of southern Syria that was previously designated as a demilitarized zone.

December 23, 2024

Iran looking to create airborne supply line to Hezbollah – report

After fall of Assad regime, Tehran scrambling to find alternative route to supply Hezbollah, including possible build-up of Beirut airport as major terror hub – even if it means violating the ceasefire in Lebanon.

December 23, 2024

After Houthi attacks, will Israel directly strike Iran?

Israel may wait until President-elect Donald Trump returns to office before launching a strike on Iranian soil.

December 23, 2024

Syria’s new rulers name HTS commander as defense minister

Earlier on Saturday, the ruling General Command named Asaad Hassan al-Shibani as foreign minister, SANA said.

December 22, 2024

Iran in midst of energy crisis, despite wealth of gas, crude

Iran needs about 350 million cubic meters of natural gas a day to function, and with overnight winter temperatures in the 30s and 40s Fahrenheit, demand has spiked.

December 22, 2024

Kurds to Netanyahu and Trump: The clock is ticking

Despite decades of oppression, the Kurds have emerged as a vital democratic force in one of the world’s most volatile regions.

December 22, 2024

IDF introduces new security measures to protect Gaza aid trucks

By utilizing alternative routes, as well as Gate 96 near Netzarim in northern Gaza, the IDF has created safer pathways for aid deliveries, decreasing exposure to looters.

December 22, 2024

US meets with terrorist who became Syrian leader, cancels $10 million reward for his capture

'We haven’t committed any crimes that justify calling us a terrorist group,' Julani said in an interview with the BBC on Wednesday.

December 21, 2024

Iran eyes Sudan to choke Israel’s economy with Russian backing

Both Russia and Iran have held high-level talks in recent months to establish military bases in Port Sudan.

December 19, 2024

‘Until Gaza is free’ – Defiant Houthis pledge more attacks on Israel

Houthi-launched ballistic missile sends 2 million Israelis into bomb shelters, destroys elementary school near Tel Aviv.

December 19, 2024

Syrian rebel opponents say leader ‘al-Jewlani’ is Jewish, linked to Mossad

Critics of the Syrian rebel alliance that toppled Assad this month push conspiracy theories link Islamist chief to Israel's Mossad, promote rumors that the Sunni fundamentalist with ties to Al Qaeda is Jewish.

December 18, 2024

‘Israelis are gravely mistaken’ to think war against them is over – Khamenei

Iran's supreme leader tweets in Hebrew that regional 'uprising' against Israel is far from over, even after ouster of Assad in Syria.

December 18, 2024

After Hezbollah supply lines cut in Syria, Tehran will ‘reexamine options’

The Iranians could try to establish connections with rebel factions by buying them out, thereby attempting to rebuild the weapons corridor.

December 17, 2024

Syrian prisoner highlighted in CNN report is actually Assad intelligence agent linked to civilian killings, Syrian watchdog says

Verify-Sy, a Syrian fact-checking group, identified the man as Salama Mohammad Salama, a first lieutenant in the Syrian Air Force Intelligence, an agency that served the Assad regime.

December 17, 2024

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