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Israeli defense minister: Troops could stay in Syria buffer zone 'indefinitely'

Israeli defense minister: Troops could stay in Syria buffer zone 'indefinitely'

The Israeli military is gearing up to stay on the Syrian side of Mount Hermon and in the buffer zone on the Israel-Syria border at least throughout...

29.01.2025 1

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France issues new arrest warrant for Syria's Assad: source

France issues new arrest warrant for Syria's Assad: source

Two French investigating magistrates have issued an arrest warrant against ousted Syrian leader Bashar al-Assad for suspected complicity in war...

22.01.2025 5

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Four wounded in Tel Aviv stabbing attack by tourist: What we know

Four wounded in Tel Aviv stabbing attack by tourist: What we know

Police says that the person who attacked four people with a knife in Tel Aviv is a Moroccan national who entered Israel with a US residency permit.

22.01.2025 3

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Syrians return to homes devastated by war

Syrians return to homes devastated by war

When Syrian grandfather Omar Kafozi returned to his house near Damascus after Bashar al-Assad's ouster, he saw unfathomable destruction.Now, cushions ...

21.01.2025 5

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Israeli military chief of staff Halevi resigns over Oct. 7 failures

Israeli military chief of staff Halevi resigns over Oct. 7 failures

Chief of Staff Herzi Halevi has sent a letter announcing his resignation as of March 6 over the failure to prevent the Oct. 7 2023, Hamas attack.

21.01.2025 5

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Relief over hostage release briefly overshadows Israel's political divide

Relief over hostage release briefly overshadows Israel's political divide

As Israel celebrated the homecoming of Emily Damari, Romi Gonen and Doron Steinbrecher Sunday, the far right continues to oppose the mediated deal...

20.01.2025 5

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Why did Netanyahu agree to Gaza deal, and what are next steps?

Why did Netanyahu agree to Gaza deal, and what are next steps?

The last hurdle before Israel makes the hostage deal official is the Supreme Court.

18.01.2025 6

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Israel, Hamas trade accusations of blocking Gaza deal: What we know

Israel, Hamas trade accusations of blocking Gaza deal: What we know

Israel and Hamas are accusing each other of blocking the deal announced on Wednesday for a ceasefire in Gaza and the release of hostages due to...

16.01.2025 5

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Here are main Netanyahu and Hamas compromises in proposed Gaza deal

Here are main Netanyahu and Hamas compromises in proposed Gaza deal

Details are beginning to surface about a potential deal between Israel and Hamas for the release of hostages and a ceasefire in Gaza.

14.01.2025 3

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France’s Sarkozy stands trial on alleged Libya funding: What we know

Former President Nicolas Sarkozy denies allegations that he received 50 million euros to fund his 2007 election campaign from late Libyan leader...

06.01.2025 2

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Israel launches new airstrikes in Yemen, hits Sanaa airport for first time

Israel conducted massive airstrikes on Houthi targets in Yemen, including on Sanaa's international airport and the seaport of Hodeidah.

26.12.2024 5

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Israel strikes Yemen ports, power stations in retaliation against Houthis

The Israeli Air Force carried out a series of airstrikes early Thursday morning on the western coast of Yemen and deeper in the country, targeting...

19.12.2024 8

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After 12 years, France reopens Syria embassy, EU to follow: What to know

For the first time since France severed ties with the Assad regime, its diplomats returned to Damascus and raised the tricolor flag over the old...

17.12.2024 3

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Israel says hostage-ceasefire deal with Hamas closer than ever: What we know

Defense Minister Israel Katz said Monday that Israel is "the closest we have been to a hostage deal since the previous deal" in November 2023, as...

16.12.2024 4

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Israeli military chief Halevi hints he’ll resign after Oct. 7 probe

Lt. Gen. Herzi Halevi has hinted that after the investigation into Hamas' attack on southern Israel, he intends to resign over the army's failures...

29.11.2024 3

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Israeli security cabinet to discuss ceasefire as US says deal 'close'

Israel's security cabinet was set to discuss a proposed ceasefire in its war with Hezbollah in Lebanon on Tuesday afternoon, a senior official...

26.11.2024 3

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Netanyahu gets partial delay for testimony; cease-fire decision expected in hours

As the Jerusalem District Court decided to delay Prime Minister Benjamin Netanyahu's trial by one week only, reports say a deal with Lebanon is...

26.11.2024 3

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ICC issues arrest warrants for Israel’s Netanyahu, Gallant and Hamas' Deif

Six months after International Criminal Court prosecutor Karim Khan submitted his request to prosecute them, the world court has issued arrest...

21.11.2024 2

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ICC issues arrest warrants for Israel's Netanyahu, former defense chief Gallant

Six months after International Criminal Court prosecutor Karim Khan submitted his request to prosecute them, the world court has issued arrest...

21.11.2024 3

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Shin Bet chief discusses Gaza truce in Turkey: What we know

The Israeli official's travel to Turkey marks a dramatic development considering that Ankara has not played a part in these negotiations over the...

18.11.2024 3

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Three years after fleeing, Afghanistan's last Jew arrives in Israel

Having fled Afghanistan after the Taliban takeover in 2021, heading to Istanbul via Pakistan, Afghanistan's last Jew has now arrived in Israel.

13.11.2024 2

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Israeli settlers, ultra-Orthodox celebrate Donald Trump’s victory

Believing that newly elected Donald Trump will support their political agenda, leaders of the Israeli settler movement prayed and thanked god for...

06.11.2024 2

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Israeli settlers, ultra-Orthodox celebrate Trump’s victory

Believing that newly elected Donald Trump will support their political agenda, leaders of the Israeli settler movement prayed and thanked god for...

06.11.2024 5

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Israel's Netanyahu fires defense chief Gallant

Prime Minister Benjamin Netanyahu announced Tuesday that he fired Defense Minister Yoav Gallant and appointed Foreign Minister Israel Katz to...

05.11.2024 2

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Netanyahu aid arrested over leaked documents linked to stalled hostage deal: What we know

At least five people have been detained in connection to sensitive intelligence documents leaked from the office of Prime Minister Benjamin Netanyahu.

04.11.2024 2

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Netanyahu says Israel's 'ability to enforce' key to any Lebanon deal

American envoys Amos Hochstein and Brett McGurk met Thursday with Israeli leaders in yet another effort to clinch a deal for a cease-fire in...

31.10.2024 2

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CIA chief returns to Egypt in last-ditch effort for Gaza deal: what we know

The Israeli press reports that CIA chief William Burns will head to Cairo Thursday for more talks on a possible deal between Israel and Hamas.

30.10.2024 2

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Rina Bassist

Paris conference for Lebanon secures $1B in humanitarian, military aid

The countries participating at the Paris conference for Lebanon pledged $800 million in humanitarian aid and $200 million for the Lebanese armed...

24.10.2024 2

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Israel arrests 7 nationals suspected of spying for Iran: What we know

Israeli authorities are saying the affair is one of the most serious espionage cases in recent Israeli history.

21.10.2024 8

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Israel confirms killing Hamas chief Yahya Sinwar in Gaza operation

The Israeli military and the Shin Bet are now working to verify whether Hamas head Yahya Sinwar was one of the three militants killed Thursday in...

17.10.2024 2

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France again bans Israeli firms from defense fair, deepening diplomatic rift

In another sign of deteriorating bilateral relations between Israel and France, Israeli companies will be prevented from featuring their products...

16.10.2024 2

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Rina Bassist

Israel says August Tel Aviv suicide attack planned by Hamas office in Turkey

The Shin Bet and Israel Police revealed that they arrested nine people suspected of involvement in the August Tel Aviv suicide bomber attack,...

15.10.2024 2

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Israel says Tel Aviv suicide attack planned by Hamas office in Turkey

The Shin Bet and Israel Police revealed that they arrested nine people suspected of involvement in the August Tel Aviv suicide bomber attack,...

15.10.2024 2

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Rina Bassist

EU foreign affairs chief Borrell condemns Israel over UNIFIL incident

EU foreign affairs chief Josep Borrell demanded that Israel explain Friday’s incident, where a post of UNIFIL in southern Lebanon was damaged and...

14.10.2024 2

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Israel's cabinet remains uncertain about response to Iran attack

The Israeli cabinet adjourned hours before Yom Kippur without a decision on when and how to retaliate for Iran's recent missile barrage.

11.10.2024 9

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What is extent of France-Israel rift as Macron calls for arms embargo?

Israel and France are not yet in a diplomatic crisis, but the exchange of accusations between French President Emmanuel Macron and Israeli Premier...

07.10.2024 4

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Gallant hints Israel preparing to launch ground offensive in Lebanon

Speaking with soldiers deployed near the border with Lebanon, Israel's Defense Minister Yoav Gallant hinted that a ground invasion could take place...

30.09.2024 3

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Netanyahu softens position, says Israel discussing US-France cease-fire plan in Lebanon

On Thursday, Prime Minister Benjamin Netanyahu said Israel will continue battling Hezbollah, but on Friday he indicated Israel will continue talks...

27.09.2024 20

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What are Israel's military options as conflict escalates with Hezbollah?

Israel must now decide if it prepares for an all-out war against Hezbollah or opts for a different strategy.

21.09.2024 3

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Mossad director, US officials back in Egypt for talks on Philadelphi Corridor

The Israeli delegation for the deal to release the hostages arrived in Cairo for talks with the Americans and Egyptians ahead of a potential summit...

22.08.2024 2

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France FM to visit Israel after Lebanon amid efforts to thwart all-out war

After meeting with Lebanese leaders in Beirut, French Foreign Minister Stephane Sejourne continues to Israel in a bid to prevent the outbreak of a...

15.08.2024 1

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Hundreds of Israeli pilgrims pray at Joseph’s Tomb in Nablus

Joseph's Tomb in Nablus has often been the site of violent conflicts between Palestinians and Israelis.

15.08.2024 1

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Rina Bassist

Gaza ceasefire talks resume in Doha as deaths top 40,000

Gaza ceasefire talks resumed in Doha on Thursday as pressure mounted for a deal to halt the spread of a war that the Hamas-run territory's health...

15.08.2024 1

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Gaza cease-fire talks begin in Doha without Hamas

Israeli, American, Egyptian and Qatari representatives are meeting Thursday for another push to finalize a deal to halt the Hamas-Israel war.

15.08.2024 1

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Gallant clashes with Netanyahu, cautions against Israeli war in Lebanon

Israeli Defense Minister Yoav Gallant said the military is ready for possible attacks by Iran and Hezbollah, but he does not support a preemptive...

12.08.2024 2

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Netanyahu says arms smuggling from Egypt's Sinai, not Qatar, fueled Hamas

Prime Minister Benjamin Netanyahu told Time magazine that his approval of Qatari financial assistance to Hamas over the years was not the reason...

08.08.2024 10

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Israeli military confirms Hamas’ Mohammed Deif killed in strike

The leader of the Izz al-Din al-Qassam Brigades had eluded capture or assassination by Israel for more than two decades.

01.08.2024 2

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Netanyahu, Hamas trade blame on cease-fire as far-right mob storms Israeli bases

Hamas says Prime Minister Benjamin Netanyahu has added fresh demands aimed at torpedoing a deal, while the Israeli premier claims the Gaza-based...

29.07.2024 2

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