Middle East
Turkey blocks NATO-Israel cooperation over Gaza war
August 2, 2024 — Since October, Ankara has blocked all NATO interactions with Israel, including joint meetings and exercises.
US deploys at least 12 warships to Middle East amid soaring tensions, report says
August 1, 2024 — A Pentagon official informed the Washington Post that destroyers have been deployed to the Persian Gulf and Eastern Mediterranean following the high-profile assassinations of Hamas and Hezbollah leaders.
New ISIS attacks in the Syrian Desert
July 31, 2024 — ISIS is under assault from all the major forces in Syria: Assad and Iran, Russia, and American-led forces. Despite this, the group continues to grow and escalate its attacks.
Israeli FM instructs diplomats to lobby for Turkey’s ouster from NATO
July 31, 2024 — Israel Katz is working to urge governments to condemn President Recep Tayyip Erdoğan and impose penalties on Ankara for breaching the founding principles of the North Atlantic Treaty Organization.
2 dead in drone strike in Lebanon as Israeli retaliation against Hezbollah massacre continues
July 29, 2024 — Israeli UAVs reportedly targeted a car and a motorcycle in South Lebanon, resulting in the deaths of three people.
Beirut flights cancelled, delayed amid fears of Israeli attack
July 29, 2024 — German Lufthansa announced it has suspended five routes to and from Lebanon’s capital, operated by its carriers Swiss International Air Lines, Eurowings, and Lufthansa, “as a precautionary measure.”
Houthi drone that struck Tel Aviv was made up of US-manufactured components, Sen. Ted Cruz finds
July 25, 2024 — Cruz insisted that the White House provide Congress with a briefing on how the Iran-backed Houthis obtained access to these components, despite the current sanctions.
UAE hosted Israel, US for secret talks on plans for post-war Gaza
July 24, 2024 — The situation might entail a temporary international mission being sent to the Strip.
Saudis fear Houthi attack after IAF attack
July 23, 2024 — Rather than retaliating against Israel for the “Long Arm” operation, it would be more straightforward to target the Saudis.
Netanyahu clears delegation to resume Qatar talks
July 22, 2024 — Delegation to depart Thursday following extensive meeting between Netanyahu and senior security officials.
Hezbollah leader Nasrallah threatens to widen attacks on Israel
July 19, 2024 — Hezbollah’s leader Hassan Nasrallah threatened on Wednesday to launch attacks on Israeli towns that have not yet been targeted.
IDF foils weapons smuggling from Jordan
July 17, 2024 — A joint announcement by the IDF spokesperson and police spokespersons revealed the thwarting of a smuggling attempt in the Jordan Valley involving over 75 guns and dozens of weapon parts.
