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Israel Says It Killed a Senior Hamas Terrorist in Southern Gaza
The airstrikes were conducted after Hamas last week refused to release additional hostages ahead of discussions.
Turkish Court Orders Erdogan Political Rival Jailed Pending Trial on Corruption Charges
The arrest was made after Turkish authorities raided the Istanbul mayor’s home earlier this week.
Israelis Express Concern About Netanyahu Renewing Gaza War
Many see Prime Minister Benjamin Netanyahu as serving his own political needs, and having no clear plan for Gaza’s future after the war.
Israel Launches Strikes Across Lebanon After Intercepting Rocket Attack
Israel’s military launched new air and artillery strikes and demanded the Lebanese government help enforce a November cease-fire with Hezbollah.
UAE Commits to $1.4 Trillion Investment in US Economy
The agreement was announced after UAE officials met with Trump this week at the White House.
Turkey Detains 53 as Protests Continue Against Istanbul Mayor’s Arrest
Ekrem Imamoglu, a high profile rival of President Recep Tayyip Erdogan, was arrested on Wednesday on corruption charges.
Israeli Cabinet Backs Netanyahu’s Firing of Security Services Chief
Shin Bet director Ronen Bar did not attend the meeting where the vote on his dismissal took place.
US Sanctions Entities Tied to Iran–China Petroleum Trade
It’s the first time the United States has sanctioned what is called a ’teapot refinery,' which mainly buys oil from Iran.
US Seeks Tips to Disrupt China’s Tech Transfers to Iran, Offers $15 Million
Iran’s IRGC, which controls ‘vast segments’ of the country’s economy and plays a role in the country’s politics, received support from four Chinese nationals.
Israelis Head for Shelters as Hamas, Houthis Renew Missile Attacks
Israel resumed its attack on Hamas on March 18 as cease-fire negotiations broke down, while the United States has stepped up pressure on Yemen’s Houthi rebels.
Trump Warns Iran Must Stop Providing Aid to Houthis Immediately
In a post on Wednesday, the president says Iran should let the ‘Houthis fight it out themselves.’
Israel Renews Ground Operations in Gaza
The immediate goal is to retake the Netzarim Corridor, which bisects the war-torn territory.
Turkish Authorities Detain Istanbul Mayor and Would-Be Presidential Contender
Istanbul Mayor Ekrem Imamoglu has long been regarded as a potential challenger to Turkey’s long-ruling incumbent president.
What to Know About the Houthi Standoff as Trump Renews US Strikes on Yemen
U.S. warplanes began striking targets across Yemen on March 15, resuming a campaign to deter Houthi attacks on vessels in the surrounding waterways.
Hamas Plotting Another Attack, Israel Says as It Resumes War
The prime minister’s spokesman blamed Hamas for rejecting two proposals for extending the cease-fire and said Israel’s attacks would increase in intensity.
Lebanese, Syrian Defense Chiefs Declare Truce Following Border Violence
Since Hayat Tahrir al-Sham seized power in Damascus late last year, tensions have steadily mounted along Syria’s fraught border with Lebanon
Israel Resumes Strikes Against Hamas in Gaza Amid Stalled Talks
Dozens of Palestinians were reportedly killed in the attack.
Fast-Growing Jewish Population May Hold Off Israel’s ‘Demographic Time Bomb’
Israel’s Jewish women are unusual among industrialized nations for their high birth rate, while modernizing Arab women have fewer babies than in the past.
DOJ Announces Joint October 7 Task Force Targeting Hamas Terrorists, Affiliates for US Prosecution
‘The barbaric Hamas terrorists will not win—and there will be consequences,’ Attorney General Pam Bondi said.
