In a dramatic escalation of tensions, Iran's foreign ministry has declared it "necessary" to retaliate against Israel for the assassination of prominent Hamas leader Ismail Haniyeh. Nasser Kanaani, the spokesperson for the foreign ministry, emphasized that while Iran is not seeking to escalate tensions, it considers punitive measures essential to address Haniyeh's killing and to stave off further instability. This statement, sourced from reputable outlets like Reuters and The Guardian, underscores the gravity of the situation.

05 August 2024

Read more: Iran Claims It Does Not Want War, But Is Being Forced By Israel Into An Attack

In a sudden and alarming escalation, two rockets struck the Israeli city of Kiryat Shmona near the Lebanese border at approximately 2:30 p.m. on Sunday. This unprovoked attack has left the city in shock, though, fortunately, no casualties have been reported.

04 August 2024

Read more: Rocket Attacks Strike Israeli Cities; IDF Uncovers Gaza Tunnels

In a sign of the times when Israel's longtime allies have been playing politics with weapons and ammunition sales, Israel is becoming increasingly self-reliant for resupplies. Last week, Elbit Systems clinched a monumental order worth $340 million for the supply of various armaments to the Israel Defense Forces (IDF) that typically woujld have been filled by the United States, United Kingdom or Germany. This deal follows closely on the heels of a massive order from the Ministry of Defense, valued at over NIS 800 million, for the provision of precision mortar bombs of the "Iron Sting" model. The combined effect of these orders underscores Israel's strategic emphasis on maintaining a robust and technologically advanced military.

04 August 2024

Read more: Self-Reliance: Israel Inks $340M Deal With Elbit For New Ammo Factory

In a heart-wrenching and violent episode, the Israeli city of Holon, near Tel Aviv, was rocked by a brutal stabbing attack that claimed the lives of two innocent civilians and left others gravely injured. The horrifying incident, carried out by a Palestinian terrorist, has once again underscored the persistent threat of terrorism facing Israel.

The victims of this heinous attack were a 66-year-old woman and an approximately 80-year-old man, both mercilessly slain by the attacker. Medical officials confirmed that the attack also left two other individuals injured, one of whom is in critical condition.

04 August 2024

Read more: Terror Attack in Holon: Two Dead, Two Injured, Attacker Neutralized

In a visit fraught with political significance, Palestinian President Mahmoud Abbas is set to arrive in Ankara on August 14-15, as confirmed by Turkish officials. This visit comes at a time when the region is simmering with tension following the dramatic assassination of Hamas political chief Ismail Haniyeh in Tehran. Abbas’s agenda includes a high-profile meeting with Turkish President Recep Tayyip Erdoğan and a consequential address to the Turkish parliament.

01 August 2024

Read more: Abbas To Visit Ankara & Riyadh After Hamas Leader's Assassination