During an exclusive interview with ABC News “World News Tonight” anchor David Muir, Israeli Prime Minister Benjamin Netanyahu once again dismissed the notion of a cease-fire in Gaza unless hostages are released. He also addressed the future of Gaza post-war. President Joe Biden and senior administration officials have been urging Israel to consider temporary “humanitarian” pauses in the conflict, allowing for increased aid delivery to … Continue reading BIBI: ‘No cease-fire’ without release of hostages

On Tuesday, Israel announced that its forces were advancing deep into Gaza City, with reports from residents indicating the positioning of tanks on the city’s outskirts, potentially in preparation for an assault on Gaza’s urban core. “For the first time in decades, IDF is fighting in the heart of Gaza City. At the heart of terrorism,” Major General Yaron Finkelman, commanding officer of the Southern … Continue reading Israel says troops push into ‘heart of Gaza City’

An unexpected statement from the American military reveals the arrival of a U.S. nuclear submarine in the Middle East. This deployment is likely intended as a deterrent to regional adversaries, with Iran warning that the U.S. will face severe consequences in the absence of a ceasefire in Gaza. “Our advice to the Americans is to immediately stop the war in Gaza and implement a ceasefire, … Continue reading US nuke sub arrives in Middle East

On Friday, the United States called on Israel to increase the flow of humanitarian aid into Gaza and take further measures to protect Palestinian civilians. Meanwhile, Israel’s prime minister insisted that a cease-fire in the ongoing conflict would not occur until Hamas released hostages. The leader of the Iran-backed Hezbollah militant group added to concerns about the conflict’s escalation by pledging more attacks along the … Continue reading Israel’s Netanyahu rules out Gaza cease-fire

In the early hours of Friday morning, Ukraine reported a significant drone attack launched by Russia, targeting crucial infrastructure in southern and western regions. According to the Ukrainian Air Force, they managed to intercept and destroy 24 “Shahed” drones out of approximately forty that were launched from Kursk and Primorsko-Akhtarsk in Russia. Additionally, a Kh-59 guided air missile was launched from the occupied territory of … Continue reading Russia launches huge drone attack on Ukraine infrastructure

In his first public address since the war’s commencement, Hezbollah leader Hassan Nasrallah stated that his group had joined the recent cross-border fighting but did not announce full engagement in the war. He suggested the possibility of escalation. U.S. Secretary of State Antony Blinken, during his third visit to Israel since the war began, reiterated U.S. support for Israel’s right to defend itself and called … Continue reading Hezbollah leader threatens escalation

Mexico’s government intensified its efforts on Sunday to aid the beleaguered coastal city of Acapulco, which had suffered the devastating impact of a record-breaking hurricane. The death toll and the number of missing individuals continued to rise in the aftermath. Hurricane Otis, a Category 5 storm, struck Acapulco on Wednesday, causing extensive damage to homes, hotels, and businesses with its powerful 165 mph (266 kph) … Continue reading Mexico throws troops, aid into Acapulco as hurricane death toll rises

A flight traveling from Tel Aviv to Russia’s Dagestan Republic had to change its course on Sunday due to an incident at Makhachkala Uytash Airport. Reportedly, individuals supporting Hamas stormed the airport, seemingly with the intention of confronting Israeli travelers. A large crowd, consisting of hundreds of people, overtook the airport, situated in the capital of the predominantly Muslim region in southern Russia. Video footage … Continue reading Mob storms Russian airport looking for Jews

In response to your previous message, thousands of Gaza residents forcibly entered U.N. warehouses on Sunday, seizing essential items, which the United Nations Palestinian refugee agency (UNRWA) described as a clear indication that they had reached a “breaking point.” One of these warehouses, situated in Deir al-Balah in central Gaza, stores supplies provided by humanitarian convoys coming from Egypt and coordinated by UNRWA. Footage from … Continue reading Gazans at ‘breaking point’ as aid centres looted, UN agency says

In a passionate speech at a pro-Palestine rally, Turkish President Recep Tayyip Erdogan appeared to make a veiled threat of potential intervention in Gaza. During the rally, Erdogan accused Israel of committing war crimes and portrayed Hamas as “freedom fighters.” These comments have stirred controversy and prompted Israel to withdraw its diplomatic presence in response. President Erdogan’s statement included a suggestion that Turkey could take … Continue reading Erdogan threatens to declare war on Israel and send military to Gaza

Rocket barrages were launched from Lebanon towards northern Israel on Sunday. The Israel Defense Forces (IDF) reported that they targeted terror cells and sites associated with the Hezbollah group. These incidents occurred amidst ongoing clashes along the northern border and while the IDF was engaged in a conflict with Hamas terrorists in the Gaza Strip to the south. According to the IDF, rockets were fired … Continue reading Rockets fired from Lebanon at north; IDF strikes terror cells, Hezbollah sites

Israeli forces, including troops and tanks, conducted a brief incursion into northern Gaza overnight, as confirmed by the military on Thursday. The operation involved engaging with Hamas fighters and targeting anti-tank weapons, with the intention of “preparing the battlefield” in anticipation of a forthcoming ground invasion. This marks the third Israeli incursion since the commencement of the conflict, which followed over two weeks of devastating … Continue reading Israeli troops briefly raid northern Gaza to ‘prepare’ for an expected full-scale incursion

Two delegations, one from Iran and another from Hamas, have arrived in Moscow. They are meeting with Russian Foreign Minister Sergey Lavrov’s team, while the conflict in Gaza raises concerns of further escalation. “The talks focused on the recent Israeli aggression on the Gaza Strip and the strategies to halt Israeli crimes, which are backed by the U.S. and many Western nations,” Hamas announced on … Continue reading Russia hosts Hamas and Iran for Moscow meetings

According to a U.S. Defense Department official, the Pentagon intends to supply Israel with two Iron Dome missile defense systems to support the country in its ongoing conflict with the militant group Hamas. This transfer is aimed at enhancing Israel’s air defense capabilities, particularly in response to a significant, coordinated attack by Hamas on October 7, which marked one of the deadliest days for Israel … Continue reading US agrees to send two Iron Dome batteries to Israel

Long before Hamas militants emerged from their Gaza stronghold to carry out a massacre using handguns and assault rifles, Iran and its allies had intensified their efforts to clandestinely transport weapons to a different part of the Palestinian territories, the West Bank. This smuggling operation, facilitated by drones, covert airline flights, and a land bridge spanning hundreds of miles and at least four national borders, … Continue reading Weapons Flood West Bank, Fueling Fears of New War Front 

Two U.S. officials familiar with the events have disclosed that in the past week, a number of American soldiers deployed in the Middle East have experienced symptoms associated with traumatic brain injuries, which have been attributed to rocket and drone attacks carried out by Iran’s proxy forces. “There have been a few reports of TBIs as well as some minor injuries from service members,” said … Continue reading Several U.S. troops report brain injury from attacks in Iraq and Syria

The Pentagon has dispatched military advisors, including a Marine Corps general with expertise in urban warfare, to assist Israel in its war planning. In addition, multiple advanced air defense systems are being expedited to the Middle East in anticipation of a ground assault on Gaza. Leading this assistance is Marine Corps Lt. Gen. James Glynn, who previously played a key role in special operations against … Continue reading Pentagon rushes defenses and advisers to Middle East as Israel’s ground assault looms

According to multiple US officials, there is intelligence indicating that Iranian-backed militia groups are planning to increase their attacks against US forces in the Middle East. This is occurring as Iran aims to exploit the regional backlash against US support for Israel. These militia groups have already carried out several drone attacks on US forces in Iraq and Syria. The US now possesses specific intelligence … Continue reading Iranian-backed militias are ready to ramp up their attacks against US forces in the Middle East

Hamas’ leader and a high-ranking Iranian official engaged in talks last night amidst increasing concerns that the Israel-Gaza conflict could escalate into a broader Middle East confrontation. Iranian Foreign Minister Hossein Amirabdollahian held a phone conversation with Ismail Haniyeh, the leader of Hamas, and Ziyad al-Nakhala, the head of Palestinian Islamic Jihad. They discussed ways to halt what he referred to as Israel’s ‘severe actions’ … Continue reading Hamas leader holds talks with top Iranian official