Family members of hostages held in Gaza are wondering how the cease-fire between Israel and Hezbollah would advance the release of their relatives. 'There was a pressure lever versus Iran: quiet in Lebanon in exchange for the hostages and quiet in Gaza. Now that's gone,' one relative says
In the weeks leading up to the cease-fire agreement between Israel and Lebanon, it was made clear to Hamas' leadership that Hezbollah, with the approval of Iran, would not obstruct an agreement for the sake of the Palestinians or Gaza. Now, after 14 months of war and destruction, Hamas has no answer as to where it's headed
International justice rests on the idea that if a country can investigate its own crimes, there is no need for international courts to step in. But right now, it's hard to depend on the defense that Israel is a Western democracy with a fully functioning legal system
Let's not pretend: Although the war corroded Iran's deterrence, the 60-day cease-fire in Lebanon is a temporary lull as far as both Israel and Hezbollah are concerned – and if it was done so Netanyahu can prolong a futile war in Gaza, there is little to rejoice about
An Israeli source said that the statement from the French foreign ministry was part of Israel's demands during the negotiations for a Lebanon cease-fire agreement
The cease-fire between Israel and Lebanon enters effect ■ Medics in Gaza: IDF strikes across killed 15 people, some in school housing displaced people ■ Biden: U.S. to make another push for Gaza deal in coming days ■ France's Foreign Ministry notes Netanyahu may be entitled to immunity from ICC arrest warrant issued for him, as Israel has not ratified the Rome Statute that established the Court ■ Here's what you need to know 418 days into the war
An Israeli journalist didn't need to set up an elaborate sting operation to get Daniella Weiss talking about the return of Jewish settlers to Gaza. He just needed to switch the camera on and ask some questions
The damage suffered by Hamas in Gaza is far greater than the destruction caused to Hezbollah's military capabilities in Lebanon. Yet, Netanyahu continues to oppose a temporary withdrawal to free the hostages who are still alive
The attorney for the Israeli prime minister's wife filed a complaint on her behalf, citing 'suspected attempted murder and/or harm, theft of military equipment for terrorism purposes, and other offenses related to national security and a real threat to democracy.' He also asserted that the timing of the incident, near the anniversary of former Prime Minister Yitzhak Rabin's assassination, is 'more than just symbolic'
Prime Minister Benjamin Netanyahu and his security cabinet's decision to approve the ceasefire agreement with Lebanon was heavily influenced by Washington's commitment to end its unofficial restrictions on weapons and military equipment – limitations that had impacted military operations and resulted in IDF personnel casualties. In addition to lifting these unofficial restrictions, Israel Hayom […]
How did the unrecognized state of Somaliland become the focus of clashes between Somalia and Ethiopia, as well as Turkey and Greece? And what does Egypt want with it?
Costa believes that a potential global monetary reset, coupled with a weakening US dollar and rising inflation, could significantly boost the value of these precious metals