Middle East
Iran launches large-scale military exercise in northern Indian Ocean Were not in a ceasefire now
August 22, 2025 — Tehran launches a major two-day military exercise showcasing missile launches, drones and electronic warfare amid heightened tensions with Israel and the U.S. and threats of possible renewed fighting; ‘We now have far superior missiles. If the Zionist enemy undertakes another adventure, we’ll use them’
Lebanese army begins disarming Palestinian refugee camp in Beirut
August 22, 2025 — It is intended to be the first step in removing weapons from armed militias and terror groups throughout the country.
Arab-Israeli citizen returns to Israel after year-long imprisonment in Lebanese jail
August 22, 2025 — The IDF took Abu-Hussein for comprehensive tests at a hospital, after which he will meet his family.
Hamas breach exposes IDFs pre-Oct. 7 mentality after 22 months of war
August 21, 2025 — Hamas gunmen entered an IDF post near Khan Yunis from a tunnel 40 to 50 meters away, with cameras disabled and no lookouts on that side, wounding three soldiers before 15 attackers were killed.
How Hamas used a jihadi Mickey Mouse to turn kids into terrorists
August 20, 2025 — Gaza’s children’s show Tomorrow’s Pioneers used Disney-like characters to teach violence and martyrdom, promoting hatred of Jews; experts say it helped Hamas shape a generation of extremists, with many involved in deadly attacks against Israelis
Jordan to reinstate military draft amid tensions with Israel
August 19, 2025 — Questions over the timing of the directive to reintroduce conscription were posed in a Sunday report by Israel’s public broadcaster KAN News.
GHF launches system allowing Gazan families to reserve aid packages in advance
August 19, 2025 — GHF launched a new aid system in Gaza, allowing families to reserve packages in advance, ensuring fair access for vulnerable groups amid ongoing distribution efforts.
IAF downs Gaza rocket
August 18, 2025 — Sirens were sounded as per protocol; no injuries or damage were reported.
The last major Hamas stronghold What awaits IDF in Gaza City
August 18, 2025 — Military have already launched targeted strikes in Zeitoun and Sabra, mobilized 80,000–100,000 reservists and is preparing humanitarian measures for up to a million residents
Iran can strike US cities from the sea claims all of Europe already within range Iranian MP says
August 18, 2025 — Iran’s known cruise-missile ranges and limited blue-water basing suggest practical obstacles to striking the US homeland from 2,000 km at sea.
Prices plummet in Gaza as aid influx transforms markets exclusive
August 18, 2025 — SCOOP – According to internal security data, which was presented to decision-makers, prices of essential products in Gaza’s markets have dropped by dozens of percentage points.
Hamas may use hostages as shields to stop IDF Gaza City invasion expert warns
August 18, 2025 — As Egypt and Qatar step up pressure on Hamas in hostage talks, expert Lt.-Col. (Res.) Alon Eviatar says the group remains unmoved, using threats to stall IDF action in Gaza City.
