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Israel rapidly killing Iran's top leaders, but experts warn the strategy could backfire

Israel rapidly killing Iran's top leaders, but experts warn the strategy could backfire

Israel has killed one senior Iranian leader after another in airstrikes as it seeks to topple the Islamic Republic. But its past experience of...

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Iran would be outgunned in war with the US, but could still inflict considerable pain

Whether by using missiles to attack American military assets, getting support from its proxies, or closing the Strait of Hormuz, Tehran has potent...

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The Times of Israel

Sam Metz

Israel’s recognition of Somaliland brings danger and opportunity to a rough region

‘It is a mutually beneficial friendship,’ says breakaway region’s FM, though al-Shabab threats, Houthi risks and Middle East power...

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The Times of Israel

Sam Metz