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Commander of Israeli Unit 8200 and IDF Chief of Staff to Resign Over October 7 Failures

Brigadier General Yossi Sariel, the commander of the Israeli Defense Forces' Unit 8200, has informed his superiors and subordinates of his intention to resign. Unit 8200 is the main signals intelligence unit of the IDF. Sariel's resignation follows the unit's failure to prevent the October 7 attack by Hamas. The resignation has been communicated to IDF Chief of Staff Herzi Halevi, and Sariel is expected to conclude his role in the near future. Israeli media reports suggest that Sariel's decis...

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Saudi Crown Prince: No Israel Ties Without Palestinian State, East Jerusalem as Capital

Saudi Crown Prince Mohammed bin Salman has declared that Saudi Arabia will not establish diplomatic relations with Israel without the establishment of an independent Palestinian state with East Jerusalem as its capital. In an official statement, the Crown Prince strongly condemned the 'crimes of the Israeli occupation' against the Palestinian people and emphasized that the kingdom will continue its efforts towards the establishment of a Palestinian state.

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Israel Declares Week-Long 'Special Situation' on Home Front Until September 30

The Israeli government has officially approved the declaration of a 'special situation' on the Home Front across the entire country. This state of emergency grants the Israel Defense Forces (IDF) the authority to implement restrictions, such as limiting large gatherings, for safety reasons. The special situation will be in effect until September 30th, lasting for a week. This marks the first time in Israel's history that a nationwide state of emergency has been declared. The Minister of Defen...

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Iran Warns Israel of 'Dangerous, Irreversible Consequences' Over Airstrikes and Haniyeh Assassination

Iranian President Masoud Pezeshkian has issued a stern warning to Israel regarding its recent airstrikes in Lebanon and the assassination of Hamas political leader Ismail Haniyeh. Speaking at the UN General Assembly in New York, Pezeshkian accused Israel of seeking a wider conflict in the Middle East and warned of 'dangerous' and 'irreversible consequences' if the situation escalates into a full-blown war. He emphasized that Iran does not wish to destabilize the region but will respond to pro...

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Three Drones Attack Eilat, One Intercepted, One Hits Port Area

Sirens sounded across northern and southern Israel, including northwest Israel and the Western Galilee region, in response to suspected hostile aircraft and drone intrusions. In Eilat, three drones were launched, one of which was intercepted, while another made a successful impact at a facility or warehouse in the port area. The fate of the third drone remains unknown. The incident resulted in at least one injury. Initial reports suggest the drones may have originated from Iraq or Yemen.

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Netanyahu Warns Iran of Retaliation at UNGA, Asserts Israel's Reach in Middle East

Israeli Prime Minister Benjamin Netanyahu issued a stern warning to Iran during his speech at the United Nations General Assembly (UNGA). Netanyahu stated that if Iran strikes Israel, Israel will retaliate in kind. He emphasized that Israel is forced to defend itself on multiple fronts organized by Iran and its proxies. Netanyahu also declared that there is no place in Iran that Israel cannot reach, asserting Israel's capability to strike anywhere in the Middle East if necessary. He mentioned...

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Diplomats Walk Out in Protest During Netanyahu's Speech at 79th UN Session

A dramatic scene unfolded at the United Nations General Assembly in New York City as numerous diplomatic delegations walked out in protest during Israeli Prime Minister Benjamin Netanyahu's speech. The mass walkout left the hall almost empty, highlighting significant discontent among UN member states. Netanyahu's speech, which included strong criticisms of the United Nations, was met with applause from some attendees who remained. The incident, occurring during the 79th session, underscores o...

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Khamenei Calls for Confrontation with Israel After Nasrallah's Death in Beirut

Iran's Supreme Leader Ayatollah Ali Khamenei has called on Muslims to confront Israel following the reported killing of Hezbollah leader Hassan Nasrallah in an Israeli airstrike in Beirut, Lebanon. This marks Khamenei's first comments after Nasrallah's death. The killing has been met with mixed reactions globally. U.S. President Joe Biden described Nasrallah's death as 'a measure of justice for his many victims' and announced that he has directed the Secretary of Defense to enhance the defens...

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Gideon Sa'ar of New Hope Party Joins Netanyahu's Government and Security Cabinet

Gideon Sa'ar, a former rival of Israeli Prime Minister Benjamin Netanyahu, is joining the government as a senior cabinet member. Sa'ar, leader of the New Hope Party, will serve as a Minister without Portfolio and join the security cabinet. This move follows a period of political tension and public pressure, which previously delayed his appointment as defense minister to replace Gallant. Netanyahu praised Sa'ar's 'broad vision' and noted past disagreements have been set aside. Sa'ar's hawkish ...

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IDF Instructs Central Israel Residents to Stay Near Shelters on October 1, 2024

On October 1, 2024, residents in central Israel, particularly in the Tel Aviv metropolitan area and Gush Dan, have been instructed by the IDF Home Front Command to remain near bomb shelters until further notice. This directive follows similar instructions issued to communities in the Upper Galilee Region of Northeastern Israel. The measures are part of heightened security protocols amid ongoing regional tensions.

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Two Gunmen Attack Jaffa Light Rail Station; At Least Three Dead, Ten Injured in Tel Aviv Area

A shooting incident occurred in Tel Aviv and the neighboring suburb of Jaffa, resulting in multiple casualties, including at least three fatalities. Two attackers armed with rifles opened fire at a light rail station on Jerusalem Boulevard in Jaffa. Israeli police have confirmed the incident, suspecting terrorism as the motive. Ten people have been injured, with four in critical condition. One attacker has been neutralized, while the second is reportedly still at large. Security forces have b...

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Eight Killed, Seven Injured in Suspected Terror Attack Near Jaffa Light Rail Station; Two Gunmen Neutralized

On October 1, 2024, a shooting attack occurred in Jaffa, a suburb of Tel Aviv, Israel. According to local media and emergency services, including Magen David Adom, the death toll has risen to at least eight, with seven others injured, some critically. The attack took place near a light rail station on Jerusalem Boulevard, with shootings reported at multiple locations. Israeli police have labeled the incident as a suspected terrorist attack. Two armed assailants, reportedly carrying an M-16 an...

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Boris Johnson Claims Listening Device Found After Netanyahu Visit in 2017

Former UK Prime Minister Boris Johnson has revealed in his memoir, 'Unleashed,' that a listening device was discovered in his bathroom following a visit by Israeli Prime Minister Benjamin Netanyahu in 2017. Johnson claims that his security team found the bugging device after Netanyahu, whom he calls Bibi, used his personal toilet during their meeting at the Foreign Office. The discovery has raised concerns about potential espionage activities during the official visit.

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Spanish PM Sanchez and Ireland Urge EU to Suspend Free Trade Agreement with Israel over Gaza, Lebanon Actions

On Monday, Spanish Prime Minister Pedro Sanchez called on European Union member states to respond to Madrid and Ireland's request to suspend the EU's free trade agreement with Israel. This request follows Israel's actions in Gaza and Lebanon, including an IDF attack on UNIFIL forces in Lebanon. Sanchez's call is also supported by concerns over potential breaches of the agreement's human rights clause.

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France Again Bars Seven Israeli Defense Firms from Euronaval Expo; Gallant Calls Macron's Actions a 'Disgrace'

France has banned seven Israeli defense companies from participating in the upcoming Euronaval naval defense exhibition in Paris next month. This decision, communicated to Euronaval on October 15th, follows a similar ban in June when Israeli firms were barred from the EuroSatory defense expo due to the ongoing conflict in Gaza. Israeli companies are permitted to attend the exhibition but cannot display stands or equipment. Israel's Defense Minister Yoav Gallant sharply criticized French Presi...

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Truck Rams Bus Stop Near Tel Aviv; Driver Shot Dead, 50 Injured in Suspected Terror Attack

On Sunday morning, October 27, 2024, a truck rammed into a crowded bus stop near the Glilot Junction, close to Cinema City Glilot in Ramat HaSharon, central Israel. The incident resulted in approximately 50 injuries, including up to 15 in serious condition. Many of the victims were Israeli soldiers on their way to military bases, and some remained trapped under the truck's wreckage. The driver, reportedly a Palestinian from East Jerusalem, was shot dead at the scene. Authorities are treating ...

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Khamenei Calls Israel's Attack a "Malicious Act," Says Incident Should "Neither Be Exaggerated Nor Downplayed"

In response to Israel's recent attack on Iranian military installations, Iran's Supreme Leader Ayatollah Ali Khamenei stated that the incident should "neither be exaggerated nor downplayed," calling it a "malicious act by the Zionist regime." He refrained from an outright call for retaliation but emphasized that "the Zionist regime's miscalculations must be disrupted." Khamenei delegated the decision on how to demonstrate Iran's strength and respond to Israel to Iranian officials, highlightin...

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Trump Pledges to End Lebanon's Suffering, Urges Gaza War End by January

Former U.S. President Donald Trump has pledged to address the suffering and instability in Lebanon, promising to bring peace and stability to the region. Speaking to Lebanese-Americans, Trump emphasized his commitment to ending the turmoil in Lebanon and restoring peace in the Middle East. He criticized the current administration, attributing the region's problems to Kamala Harris and Joe Biden. Additionally, Trump has communicated with Israeli Prime Minister Benjamin Netanyahu, expressing hi...

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Netanyahu First to Congratulate Trump on 'History's Greatest Comeback'

Hungarian Prime Minister Viktor Orban and Israeli Prime Minister Benjamin Netanyahu have congratulated Donald Trump on his election victory, with Netanyahu calling it 'history’s greatest comeback.' Netanyahu hailed Trump's historic return to the White House as offering a new beginning for America and a powerful recommitment to the alliance between Israel and the United States. He referred to the win as a 'huge victory' and appears to be the first foreign leader to officially congratulate Trum...

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Netanyahu and Trump See Eye-to-Eye on Iranian Threat in Three Calls Since November 5th

Israeli Prime Minister Benjamin Netanyahu has reported that he has spoken with U.S. President-elect Donald Trump three times since November 5th, aiming to tighten the strong alliance between Israel and the United States. Netanyahu described the conversations as very good and productive, emphasizing that they see eye-to-eye on every element of the Iranian threat and the danger it poses. Netanyahu stated, 'We will not allow these atrocities to repeat themselves,' underscoring the mutual commitm...