Iranian soccer federation defends star who played with Israel flag on shirt Hardliners had also slammed Mehdi Mahdavikia for playing in the FIFA friendly match because the opposing coach was an Israeli. December 30, 2021
Israel ready to attack Iran regardless of new agreements, says Israeli PM 'The [current round of] negotiations are unlikely to achieve what Israel considers to be a good agreement' with Iran, Prime Minister Naftali Bennett said. December 28, 2021
Prominent Iranian daily again publishes ‘stark warning’ against Israel Foreign Ministry mouthpiece warns Israel on front page yet again following military exercise. December 28, 2021
Syria says it will ‘use all legally available means to retake’ Golan Israel captured the Golan Heights in the 1967 Mideast war and later annexed the territory. December 28, 2021
WATCH: Syrian port on fire following alleged Israeli airstrike Syrian media reported an airstrike on the port of Latakia attributed to Israel on Monday night that caused a large fire. December 28, 2021
One in two young Iranians are ready to leave the country for good Khamenei called the emigration phenomenon a "case of betrayal and hostility towards the country." By World Israel News staff Just over 33% of Iranians want to emigrate from Iran, Keyou Polling Agency foun... December 27, 2021
WATCH: Stunning admission by Iranian politician, here’s what he said 'If the foreign policy of the Islamic Republic of Iran does not change ... in the next year or two the people may become seriously concerned about our security,' said Iranian politician Mostafa Tajzadeh. December 27, 2021
WATCH: Iran fires long-range missiles in warning to arch-enemy Israel Iran fired multiple ballistic missiles Friday at the close of five days of military drills that generals said were a warning to arch-enemy Israel. December 27, 2021
Iranian commander: We will cut off Israel’s hands if they make a wrong move Five-day military exercise included ballistic missiles capable of reaching Israel. December 27, 2021
Iran threatens to ‘liberate’ Jerusalem, blow up nuclear reactor Iran's Islamic Revolutionary Guard Corps tweets that it will level Tel Aviv and Dimona, return control of Jerusalem to Muslim hands. December 26, 2021
Marking Christmas, Israeli Christians are ‘thriving’ while Middle Eastern brethren face persecution 'Many Christian families living in Iraq and Syria are in poverty, and cannot afford proper celebrations,' said Capt. (res.) Shadi Khalloul, the head of the Israeli Christian Aramaic NGO and spokesman of the Christian Israel Defense Forces Officers Forum. December 26, 2021
Israel warns Lebanon against unilateral development of off-shore gas fields Lebanon is reportedly demanding additional 1,460 square kilometers from Israel’s economic water. December 26, 2021
US Senator: Israel will ‘resolve’ the Iranian nuclear issue 'The Israelis have sat across the table from me for years, looked me in the eye, and said, ‘Iran will never have a nuclear weapon.’ And I believe them,' U.S. Sen. James Risch says. December 24, 2021
Iran’s ballistic-missile arsenal still growing in size, reach and accuracy – report Iran has 'doubled down on the strategic importance of missile systems that can threaten U.S. forces and allies.' December 23, 2021
Lebanese attorneys file lawsuit against Hezbollah leader Nasrallah over Beirut clashes The lawsuit 'has nothing to do with politics' and is all about 'finding justice for the affected families,' the attorneys said. December 23, 2021
WATCH: Erdogan hosts rabbis in his palace, promotes normalization with Jewish state 'Relations between Turkey and Israel will always be strong - and will continue to grow. Normalizing relations with Israel is important. It will happen soon,' Turkish President Recep Tayyip Erdogan told the delegation of rabbis. December 23, 2021
Herzog warns Iran is a ‘ticking time bomb – must be stopped, with or without deal’ The comments were made the same day U.S. national security adviser Jake Sullivan met with Bennett on Iran as Vienna talks come to critical point. December 22, 2021
Iranian mall blasted for decorations resembling ‘Jewish holiday’ celebration Hanging fruit display in shopping center too similar to Jewish holiday decorations to be a coincidence, Iranian journalist charges. December 22, 2021
Leader of Muslim Brotherhood arrested in Egypt Mahmoud Ezzat had been at large since the summer of 2013, after the military removed Egypt’s first democratically elected president, Mohamed Morsi, who hailed from the ranks of the Muslim Brotherhood. December 20, 2021
Hamas smells blood: ‘This could be the beginning of the end for the PA’ 'Hamas is well-coordinated with Islamic Jihad, but the more worrying phenomenon is the growing relationship between Hamas and the Popular Front.' December 20, 2021
WATCH: Can Israel truly cripple Iran’s nuclear program? Israel's Air Force Combat Pilot, Brig. Gen. (Res.) Israel 'Relik' Shafir, analyzes the chances of Israel successfully crippling Iran's nuclear program. December 20, 2021
Iranian law proposed to ban all pets The mocking reaction may give the legislators pause, although the hardliners consider owning such animals as anti-Muslim. December 19, 2021
Algerian players withdraw from game due to Israeli coach on opposing team Three Algerian players withdraw from game, citing presence of Israeli soccer legend coaching the opposing team. December 19, 2021
WATCH: Lebanese minister admits his gov’t cannot control Hezbollah Lebanon’s Minister of Foreign Affairs Abdallah Bou Habib said on Lebanese television that the Lebanese government does not know whether or not Hezbollah has intervened in Syria and Yemen. December 19, 2021
MAJOR INSULT: Hezbollah and Lebanese figures boycott visit of Hamas leader 'You are not welcome in Beirut, go back to the Arab spring, you wreaked havoc on the Arab homeland,' a former Lebanese minister tweeted against Hamas leader abroad Khaled Mash’al. December 19, 2021
Syrian soldier killed in Israeli strike – report The attack caused the 'martyrdom of a soldier' and the infliction of some material damage. December 16, 2021
IDF warns of ‘Lebanon’s transformation into a weapons depot for terrorist organizations’ Hamas is building a military presence in Lebanon, an attempt to establish another front against Israel on its northern border. December 15, 2021
US and Palestinians renew economic dialogue The senior-level dialogue brought together a wide range of agencies and ministries from the U.S. government and the PA to discuss areas of economic cooperation. December 15, 2021
IAEA head: ‘There might be gaps’ in oversight of Iran’s nuclear program Nuclear watchdog only has 'blurry picture' of what's happening in Iran's atomic facilities, IAEA chief Rafael Mariano Grossi admits. December 14, 2021
Israeli airstrikes targeted chemical weapons in Syria – report The move was made as a after reports suggest Syria was rebuilding chemical weapons facilities. December 13, 2021
Bennett describes ‘deep and solid’ ties in the Middle East upon historic visit to UAE 'Cooperation in the field of health and food security will constitute a major part of the mutual cooperation,' between Israel and the UAE, Israeli Prime Minister Naftali Bennett said. December 13, 2021
WATCH: Bennett welcomed by UAE Crown Prince at his palace in Abu Dhabi Prime Minister Naftali Bennett became on Monday the first Israeli prime minster to set foot inside Abu Dhabi Crown Prince Sheikh Mohammed bin Zayed's private palace. December 13, 2021
Hamas weapons depot causes massive explosion in Lebanon A Lebanese security official has said that the explosion could not have been caused by anything else but ammunition. December 12, 2021
Bennett departs on historic visit to United Arab Emirates This is the first official visit by an Israeli prime minister to the UAE. December 12, 2021
Palestinian scholar calls for overthrow of ‘decaying’ Jordanian regime 'We should start from scratch and introduce school curricula based on 'there is no God but Allah',' said Palestinian Islamic scholar Sheikh Nidhal Siam. December 12, 2021
WATCH: Afghan girl continues education despite Taliban threat 'We are afraid of the Taliban, but we also know that Afghan women are really brave,' said an 18-year-old Afghan girl who translates books from English so Afghan. December 10, 2021
Iran helping Syria develop nuclear reactor – report Syria has long held nuclear ambitions, but a 2007 strike widely attributed to Israel likely set back their fledgling nuclear program by years. December 9, 2021
US, Israel to discuss war plan against Iran, IDF to simulate massive attack A wide-scale air drill carried out by the Israeli Air Force will simulate a comprehensive attack on Iranian territory. December 9, 2021
WATCH: ‘If an enemy says they are going to destroy us, believe them’ American journalist Ellie Cohanim and chief of staff to former prime minister Yitzhak Shamir, Herzl Makov, go behind the scenes of Israel’s bombing of the Osirak Iraqi nuclear reactor in 1981. December 9, 2021
Iran rules out interim deal with US in nuclear talks Western officials are worried about Iran's extreme demands, and fear that Tehran is not taking the negotiations seriously. December 6, 2021
How Israeli intel has saved US troops in the Middle East and Biden’s ‘ingratitude’ Despite the proven efficiency of Israeli intelligence gathering in the Middle East, the Biden administration continues to undermine Israeli interests and actions in Syria and Iran. December 3, 2021
WATCH: Hamas is a murderous political organization, says Saudi journalist The Gaza-based terror organization Hamas claims to represent the Palestinians, Jerusalem and Islam, while actually advancing Iranian plots to destroy and occupy the Arab world, Saudi Journalist and researcher Abdullah bin Bijad said in a recent interview. December 3, 2021
WATCH: Lebanese president defends Hezbollah terror 'Hezbollah hasn't done anything wrong on Lebanese soil,' argued Lebanese President Michel Aoun in an interview to Al-Jazeera. December 2, 2021
‘REGIME CHANGE!’: Iranians blast regime crimes, call mullahs ‘terrorists’ A small group stood outside the Palais Coburg shouting for regime change and calling the mullahs ‘terrorists’. December 1, 2021
Hezbollah has gone on the offensive in Syria, IDF warns Deputy Intelligence Officer Maj. A of 36th Armored Division said in next war, Shi’ite terror army will look for rapid “victory picture.” By Yaakov Lappin, JNS The Israel Defense Forces are developing upgr... November 30, 2021
On eve of nuclear talks, Iranian spokesperson says destruction of Israel is ‘our greatest goal’ Israel is also 'very concerned,' Prime Minister Naftali Bennett said, over the idea of an interim deal that would partially lift sanctions on Iran. November 29, 2021
US determined not to let Iran stall on nuclear talks The U.S. and Iran are due to resume indirect talks on reviving the 2015 nuclear deal Monday. November 28, 2021
Hamas begins registration for work permits in Israel Sources in the Gaza Strip say that the registration is not being carried out this time through the Civil Affairs Ministry. November 28, 2021
Hezbollah shifts focus to fighting US influence in Lebanon Hezbollah leader Hassan Nasrallah and other officials have spread a discourse of incitement against the United States. November 28, 2021
Latest Hamas terror infrastructure ‘most dangerous in recent years’ The terror organization that rules the Gaza Strip 'has not budged from its ideological commitment to Israel’s destruction,' said Maj. Gen. (res.) Eitan Dangot. November 26, 2021
US CENTCOM chief: Iran ‘very close’ to nuclear bomb but we have a Plan B if talks fail Iran is still more than a year away from having a viable delivery system for a bomb, General Kenneth Mackenzie also told Time Magazine. November 25, 2021
WATCH: Israeli Defense Minister visits Morocco in first historic visit Benny Gantz's official trip to Morocco marks the first time that an Israeli defense minister visits Morocco. https://youtu.be/Q2rIaICq_cQ... November 24, 2021
WATCH: Israel strikes western Syrian city of Homs Two civilians were reportedly killed and at least six Syrian soldiers wounded in an airstrike attributed to Israel near the Syrian city of Homs early Wednesday. November 24, 2021
WATCH: We do not need to reach US soil in order to overcome America, says Iranian top general IRGC Aerospace Force commander General Amir-Ali Hajizadeh said that 'logic dictates that we hit [the U.S.] close to here.' November 23, 2021
WATCH: Nuclear weapon would allow Iran to hold world to ransom, says Bahraini official Bahraini Minister of Foreign Affairs Abdullatif bin Rashid Al Zayani has said that Iran achieving a nuclear weapon would be 'catastrophic.' November 23, 2021
Aladdin Project promotes Holocaust education, coexistence in Arab countries Delegates met with various leaders to discuss peace initiatives in the Middle East November 22, 2021
US warns Israel: Stop striking Iranian nuclear sites American officials prefer a diplomatic route to curbing Iran's nuclear ambitions. November 22, 2021
Chanting ‘let us breathe,’ booing Khamenei: Iranian protests heat up Protesters booed when a speaker wished good health to the country’s Supreme Leader Ali Khamenei, who is reportedly ill. November 21, 2021
WATCH: Iraq will not normalize ties with Israel, Iraqi minister says In an interview to I24NEWS, Iraqi Foreign Minister Fuad Hussein explains why Iraq will not normalize ties with Israel. November 21, 2021
Iranian airline that aids Hezbollah hit by cyber attack Mahan Airlines is a designated terror entity. November 21, 2021
