Israel's Security and Regional Concerns
13 articles from 5 countries
Israel seeks an independent capability to counter Iran's nuclear ambitions, emphasizing self-reliance in preventing Tehran from obtaining weapons. Meanwhile, Israeli reserve families face emotional tolls from repeated duty, and a 'Greater Jerusalem' plan threatens West Bank communities.
Altalena's reappearance offers Israel a lesson in unity amid election turmoil
- The recent surfacing of the Altalena, a ship involved in a deadly 1948 clash, serves as a reminder of the importance of national unity for Israelis, especially during contentious election periods. - The incident highlights the principle that Israel prioritizes bringing its people home, as exemplified by the return of a lost soldier's remains. - The Altalena's story underscores the historical ten…
Israeli Drone Strike Kills Three Palestinians in Gaza
- Three Palestinians from the same family were killed in an Israeli drone strike in Khan Yunis, Gaza. - The victims were farmers targeted while gathered in front of their home. - The incident occurs a…
Israeli strikes kill 3 in Gaza; UN envoy warns of ceasefire impact
- Palestinian authorities reported three more deaths in Gaza due to Israeli strikes on Friday, with victims identified as belonging to the same family. - The Israeli military stated it was investigati…
Netanyahu: Israel not seeking conflict with Turkey, but warns against southward advance
- Israeli Prime Minister Benjamin Netanyahu said strikes on a Syrian air base aimed to prevent Turkey's southward military expansion. - Netanyahu stated that Israel conveyed messages to Ankara and Dam…
Israel Strikes Southern Lebanon Towns Amid Contained Escalation
- Israel conducted overnight strikes and shelling on southern Lebanese towns and strategic hills. - The strikes followed a day of violence where a young woman was killed and Hezbollah targeted Israeli…
Transgender Israeli computer engineer facing deportation from US after kidnapping charges
- Allison Alon, a transgender Israeli woman and former IDF intelligence specialist, faces possible deportation from the U.S. after being arrested on kidnapping charges in New Hampshire. - Alon has a c…
Dutch broadcaster boycotts Eurovision 2027 over Israel's participation
- Dutch public broadcaster AvroTros will boycott the Eurovision Song Contest 2027 due to Israel's participation. - The broadcaster cites concerns that new Eurovision rules are insufficient to ensure t…
US, France back Israel-Cyprus-Greece power grid link amid Turkey's opposition
- The US and France are backing a project to connect Israel's electricity grid with Cyprus and Greece, aiming for integration into the European grid. - Turkey's opposition to the project, launched in …
Israel's political map fractured by Oct. 7 war, next election may redraw it
- The October 7 war has fundamentally altered Israel's political landscape, challenging long-standing divisions. - Issues previously associated with the center-left, like ultra-Orthodox conscription, …
Lebanese army failing to curb Hezbollah activity in south, Israeli officials tell US
- Israel has informed the US that a pilot program in southern Lebanon has failed, citing dissatisfaction with the Lebanese Army's operations against Hezbollah. - Israeli security officials claim the L…
Israel braces for unusual weekend storm with flood warnings
- Israel is preparing for an unusual and potentially severe rainstorm this weekend, with authorities warning of flooding and flash floods. - The Israel Fire and Rescue Authority has moved to heightene…
Israel hits back at 15 countries, EU over criticism of UNRWA compound seizure
- Israel's Foreign Ministry sharply criticized 15 countries and the EU for condemning its seizure of UNRWA facilities in Jerusalem and Kalandia. - The ministry accused UNRWA of being a "breeding groun…
Ethiopian asylum seekers in Israel face deportation after years without permanent status
- Ethiopian asylum seekers in Israel, some of whom have lived there for nearly two decades, face potential deportation after a High Court decision revoked their group protection. - Israel's asylum app…