Turkey’s president denounces Israel as a ‘Zionist terrorist organization,’ claims Israel is plotting land grab in Turkey Recep Tayyip Erdogan calls the state of Israel a 'terrorist organization,' hints that Turkey could confront the Jewish state, while castigating American lawmakers who applauded Netanyahu during his address to Congress. October 9, 2024
Yazidi woman held in Gaza escapes – with Israel’s help Fawzia Amin Sido had been sold by ISIS to a Hamas member who fought alongside them in Iraq and Syria. By Batya Jerenberg, World Israel News An Iraqi Yazidi woman held against her will in Gaza for four yea... October 9, 2024
‘Zionist regime set back 70 years’ – Iran’s supreme leader celebrates October 7th massacres Ayatollah Ali Khamenei threatens additional missile attacks on Israel, calls for Muslim nations to unify and defy 'the world's aggressors and arrogant powers,' calling Israel the 'rabid dog of the US.' October 7, 2024
Iran cancels all overnight flights as it braces for retaliation from Israel An Iranian state-run outlet, cited 'operational restrictions' for the cancellations, as the government braces for an expected Israeli response to the launch of 200 missiles last Tuesday. October 6, 2024
‘Iran hasn’t touched a single IDF aircraft or runway,’ boasts Israeli defense chief Despite extensive air campaign against Hezbollah and other Iranian-backed forces, and terrorist missile attacks on Israeli airbases, Israel's air force remains 'untouched' by Iran, says Defense Minister. October 6, 2024
Trump says Israel should hit Iran’s nuclear facility first ‘and worry about the rest later’ When asked if Israel should bomb Iran's nuclear facilities, Biden answered, 'No.' October 5, 2024
Khamenei urged Nasrallah to flee days before he was assassinated Iranian sources said the confusion within the ranks of Hezbollah, IRGC, and the Iranian government due to alleged Israeli infiltration is interfering with the functioning of Iran's Axis of Resistance. October 5, 2024
Only fatality from mass Iranian missile attack is Palestinian man from Gaza In April, during Iran’s first direct missile attack on the Jewish state, Amina Alhasoni, a seven-year-old girl from a Bedouin village in the Negev, was the one wounded by an Iranian missile. October 2, 2024
Israeli officials: Iran will pay the price for its attack against Israel Halevi: 'We will choose when to exact the price and prove our precise and unexpected attack capabilities.' October 1, 2024
US announces $336 million in aid to Palestinian Arabs Monday’s announcement brings the total U.S. humanitarian assistance for Palestinian Arabs to more than $1 billion since October 2023. October 1, 2024
Turkey lobbies UN Security Council to force end to Israeli operation in Lebanon Denouncing IDF ground operation in southern Lebanon as 'unlawful invasion,' Ankara demands United Nations Security Council intervene and 'take necessary measures' against Israeli 'occupation' of Lebanon. October 1, 2024
‘Mafia tactics’: How Hezbollah intimidates Christians, steals southern Lebanese property 'We’re talking about extortion, forcing Christians to pay protection money, burning houses and cars and kidnapping businessmen,' said Elias Zarina, co-founder and community manager of the Jerusalemite Initiative. October 1, 2024
Israeli security forces warn Iran is recruiting Israelis for assassination plots Iranians using false identities on the internet are contacting Israelis and paying them to carry out random, even seemingly innocent tasks. September 30, 2024
Netanyahu to Iranian people: ‘You deserve better’ Tehran's 'puppets are eliminated,' Netanyahu says in statement to Iranian people, calling for overthrow of 'Iran's tyrants.' September 30, 2024
Top Turkish newspaper calls for annihilation of Israel Newspaper aligned with ruling Turkish party runs front page article advocating for the destruction of Israel, after President Erdogan called Israeli premier 'Hitler' from the podium of the UN. September 29, 2024
Houthi terrorists launch ballistic missile at Israeli airport during Netanyahu’s return Pro-Iranian Yemenite terrorists claim ballistic missile attack on central Israel targeted Prime Minister Netanyahu's plane as it arrived at Ben Gurion Airport. September 29, 2024
Lebanon declares three days of mourning for ‘great martyr’ Nasrallah 'The funeral of the great martyr will be a day of work stoppage in all public administrations, municipalities, and public and private institutions,' according to a government statement. September 29, 2024
‘I don’t care about Palestinian issue,’ says Saudi crown prince Mohammed bin Salman, Crown Prince of Saudi Arabia, says he does not care about Palestinian statehood - but explains why Riyadh continues to insist on two-state solution regardless. September 29, 2024
Iranian FM: Tehran to back Lebanon with ‘all means’ Iran’s new president said on Monday that Israel seeks to drag the Middle East into a full-scale war by provoking Tehran to join the conflict in Lebanon. September 26, 2024
‘They destroyed my country’: Syrians celebrate attacks against Hezbollah During the Syrian civil war, Hezbollah perpetrated numerous atrocities as they were deployed in various areas in the country to crush Sunni resistance. September 26, 2024
Hezbollah’s use of civilian homes sparks evacuation crisis and sectarian strife in Lebanon In one incident in Beirut’s Christian suburb of Ain El Remmaneh, the Lebanese army was forced to step in when residents refused to accommodate Shiites from the south. September 25, 2024
US sends additional forces to Middle East as Israel-Hezbollah tensions soar, Pentagon says Those US capabilities include the Abraham Lincoln aircraft carrier strike group, fighter aircraft and air defenses. September 24, 2024
Iran’s Revolutionary Guards ban communications devices after strike on Hezbollah, security officials say IRGC officials have reached out to Hezbollah for technical assessments, and several examples of exploded devices have been sent to Tehran for examination by Iranian experts. September 23, 2024
Did an explosive beeper cause crash that killed previous Iranian president? Gholamhossein Esmaili, the late Iranian president’s chief of staff reported that weather was not a factor in the death of President Ebrahim Raisi. September 22, 2024
Iran’s ‘Torture Master’ dies after brain surgery He was involved in suppressing student protests in 2009 and was accused of personally escalating sentences for political prisoners. September 22, 2024
Turkey appeals to world leaders to ‘stop Israel’ 'It is time for all countries with the mission of protecting world peace to come up with solutions that will stop Israel,' Erdoğan said. September 22, 2024
US warplanes, ships and troops ready in the Middle East if the conflict expands Here’s a look at the U.S. military presence in the Middle East. September 20, 2024
‘You dared to strike at Israel, now they’ve sent you back 1,000 years’ – Arab commentator mocks Hezbollah United Arab Emirates strategic analyst blasts Iranian-backed terror groups, mocks Hezbollah after it suffered two waves of bombing attacks. September 19, 2024
Khamenei reaffirms Iran’s ban on competing against Israeli athletes, offers compensation as incentive for compliance Last year, Iran’s Weightlifting Federation imposed a lifetime ban on Iranian professional weightlifter Mostafa Rajaei for shaking hands with an Israeli athlete. September 19, 2024
Syria built clandestine atomic reactor, says Israeli nuclear chief In March, IAEA director Rafael Grossi visited Syria for talks with Syrian leaders about the peaceful uses of nuclear energy. September 17, 2024
‘World cannot tolerate a nuclear-armed Iran,’ warns top nuclear official Director-General of Israel's nuclear commission warns Iran still evading IAEA scrutiny, using undeclared nuclear materials. September 17, 2024
Israel returns body of Allenby Crossing terrorist to Jordan Israeli officials have not commented on the return of al-Jazi’s body. September 17, 2024
Hamas, Houthis open offices in Baghdad Thomas Juneau, a professor of international relations at the University of Ottawa, told the Times that Iran wants its proxies to coordinate more closely. September 16, 2024
Hamas chief Sinwar thanks Hezbollah leader for ‘your blessed actions’ Sinwar also thanked Nasrallah for expressing condolences for the death of Ismail Haniyeh. September 14, 2024
Israel barring Palestinian Authority chief from Gaza – report Egypt reportedly gives green light to Mahmoud Abbas to visit Gaza Strip - so long as Israel approves his entry, which Jerusalem has thus far refused to do. September 10, 2024
Iran vows ‘nightmare’ attack on Israel Israel is 'shaking' in fear of Iran's expected vengeance for the Ismail Haniyeh assassination, said IRGC head Hossein Salami. September 10, 2024
Iran ‘certain’ to take revenge on Israel for Haniyeh killing, senior Revolutionary Guard officer warns 'No doubt about it,' says deputy chief of Iran's Islamic Revolutionary Guard Corps: 'Revenge is certain.' September 8, 2024
Erdogan calls for Islamic alliance against Israel For the first time in 12 years, Erdogan hosted Egyptian President Abdel Fattah al-Sisi to repair ties between the two countries. September 7, 2024
Palestinian state would be a ‘punishment’ for Hamas, says US ambassador Denying that establishment of Palestinian state would reward October 7th atrocities, Ambassador Jack Lew downplays Biden's criticism of Netanyahu and defends administration's continued push for two-state solution. September 5, 2024
Egypt’s Sisi in Turkey in first visit for 12 years as relations thaw Erdogan met Sisi at Ankara airport before they left together in Erdogan’s motorcade for the presidential palace for a welcome ceremony. September 4, 2024
Fearing October 7th-style attack, Israel and Palestinian Authority quietly cooperating against Hamas – report Iran funneling weapons and money into Judea and Samaria to open new front against Israel, Israeli security official wars. September 3, 2024
US troops injured in Iraq raid, 15 ISIS terrorists dead, US officials say There were no indications of civilian casualties in the raid. September 2, 2024
Israel opens humanitarian corridor for polio vaccinations in Gaza Polio is a highly contagious virus usually caught by ingesting contaminated water or food. September 1, 2024
Iran plotting suicide bombings in Israeli cities, ambassador warns Israel’s envoy to the United Nations pushes back on criticism from UN Secretary-General, says IDF military operations in Judea and Samaria necessary to prevent new wave of suicide bombings fueled by Iranian pro... August 29, 2024
Iran’s foreign minister vows ‘definitive’ response to killing of Hamas chief Tehran threatens 'definitive' response against Israel in retaliation for the assassination of Hamas chief Ismail Haniyeh. August 27, 2024
Saudi Arabia appears to back Netanyahu arrest warrant, rips call for Temple Mount synagogue Riyadh takes aim at Israeli leaders in statement condemning war against Hamas and calls to permit Jewish prayer on Temple Mount, urging international community to target Israeli officials for 'violations of international law.' August 27, 2024
Top US general makes unannounced Middle East trip as Iran threat looms US President Joe Biden’s administration has been seeking to limit the fallout from the war in Gaza between Hamas and Israel, now in its 11th month. August 25, 2024
Khamenei ups the ante The Supreme Leader seems determined to challenge not only Israel, but also the United States. August 23, 2024
Qatar Prime Minister to visit Iran in the coming days – report Qatar, alongside Egypt and the United States, has acted as a mediator to secure a ceasefire to end a 10-month war between Israel and Hamas in Gaza. August 23, 2024
Hamas leader Sinwar is low on supplies, stalling hostage deal until Iran attacks Israel – report Sinwar is stuck within Gaza's tunnel system and is running low on ammunition and supplies. August 23, 2024
Turkish ambassador says Iran should make Israel ‘fall to its knees’ with response to Hamas chief killing Turkey has been one of the fiercest critics of Israel and defenders of Hamas since the outbreak of the Gaza war in October. August 22, 2024
Poll: Do Israelis like Harris better than Biden? Harris has virtually no support among Israelis aged 18-29; 93% support Trump, compared to 7% for the vice president. August 22, 2024
Ceasefire talks heading towards total collapse, say US and Israeli officials 'We don't know if Sinwar wants this deal' - After optimism on prospects of a breakthrough in talks, US and Israeli officials fret that ceasefire negotiations are on the verge of collapse, with no alternative diplomatic route open. August 21, 2024
Iran cannot maintain a full-blown war with Israel, says founder of Iran’s Revolutionary Guard IRGC founder said military officials told Khameini Iran was in 'no position to fight Israel.' August 20, 2024
‘Cataclysmic consequences’ if Iran strikes Israel, warns US official US official warns Iran against striking Israel, hints Biden administration 'encouraging' Tehran to avoid 'cataclysmic' consequences of an attack. August 18, 2024
FM Katz urged UK and France to strike back at Iran if it attacks Israel Katz's request implies the formation of a military defense similar the US-led coalition of five armies that fended of Iran's attack on Israel in April. August 16, 2024
Abbas prays for Hamas terrorist leader in address to Turkish parliament In his remarks, which lasted approximately 40 minutes, Abbas called on all to help 'liberate the more than 10,000 Palestinian detainees in Israeli jails.' August 16, 2024
World Bank warns Iran that war with Israel will crash its economy Iran's economy prior to the war would already be in a bad place since real income per capita in 2024 is lower than it was in 2014. August 16, 2024
Iran’s banks hit by huge cyberattack – report Service was reportedly disrupted at several financial institutions, including the Central Bank of Iran. August 15, 2024
Holocaust museum symposium crashed by ISIS Hackers aligned with radical Islamic terror group bring Israeli Holocaust memorial museum's seminar on Jewish fast day to a halt. August 15, 2024
