Palestine

Israel claims responsibility for Hamas leader Haniyeh's July death in Iran

bne Tehran bureau December 23, 2024

Israeli Defence Minister Israel Katz has publicly claimed responsibility for the July killing of Hamas political leader Ismail Haniyeh in Iran.

Israel's Mossad chief calls for direct Iran strike after missile hits Tel Aviv

bnm Gulf bureau December 22, 2024

Mossad Director David Barnea has recommended Israel launch direct strikes against Iran in response to a Houthi missile attack that hit Tel Aviv

PODCAST: Emerging Global's Mathew Cohen talks with Ruthie Blum

bnm Tel Aviv bureau December 22, 2024

In a conversation with bne IntelliNews, Ruthie Blum, former advisor to Israeli Prime Minister Benjamin Netanyahu and current senior contributing editor at the Jewish News Syndicate (JNS), offers unique perspectives on Israel's current challenges.

Iran's Supreme Leader rejects claims of regional proxy forces

bne Tehran bureau December 22, 2024

Iran's Supreme Leader Ayatollah Ali Khamenei has forcefully rejected assertions that Iran maintains proxy forces in the Middle East.

Israel establishes “winter military positions” in Syrian territory

bnm Gulf bureau December 16, 2024

The Israel Defense Forces (IDF) has initiated a comprehensive operation to establish long-term military positions inside Syrian territory.

New Syrian authorities accuse Israel of unlawful attack on country

bnm Gulf bureau December 15, 2024

A representative of the Syrian leadership that came to power after the overthrow of President Bashar al-Assad said that the Israeli authorities unlawfully attacked Syria

Israel attacks more than 250 military targets in Syria in 48 hours

bnm Gulf bureau December 9, 2024

Israel has conducted one of its largest air operations in history, striking more than 250 military targets across Syria over the past 48 hours following the collapse of President Bashar al-Assad's government.

ISTANBUL BLOG: After “conquering” Damascus, Erdogan turns his eye to the Kurds

Akin Nazli in Belgrade December 9, 2024

US controls eastern Euphrates airspace. Will Trump White House return mean Kurdish forces lose their air cover? In wider picture, fears Syria will become “second Afghanistan” are all too real.

Erdogan sets Damascus as final target for “rebels” advancing in Syria

Akin Nazli in Belgrade December 7, 2024

Since his regime’s hailing of its “reconquest” of Aleppo, Turkey’s leader has been in no mood to talk peace.

Assad's Syrian regime faces imminent collapse as rebels close in on Damascus

bnm Gulf bureau December 7, 2024

The rapid disintegration of Bashar al-Assad's control over Syria has shocked observers, with rebels now advancing on Damascus from multiple directions in what appears to be the final chapter of his regime's rule.

Syrian opposition forces edge closer to Homs city

bnm Gulf bureau December 6, 2024

Syrian opposition forces led by Hayat Tahrir al-Sham (HTS) captured the strategic city of Hama on December 5, marking a dramatic escalation in the conflict as Israel launched fresh airstrikes along the Lebanese border and Kurdish forces advance.

ISTANBUL BLOG: Has Turkey “re-conquered” Aleppo?

Akin Nazli in Belgrade December 5, 2024

HTS militia that led attack dwells near Turkish border under Erdogan regime patronage, while FSA was directly established by Ankara. And both are not Syrian “rebels”, they are foreign mercenaries.

Israel, Lebanon in disarray over reports of ceasefire failure

bne Gulf bureau November 28, 2024

Israel's air force struck what it said was a Hezbollah rocket storage facility in southern Lebanon on November 28, as both sides accused each other of violating a day-old ceasefire meant to halt more than a year of cross-border fighting.

BEIRUT BLOG: Ceasefire between Israel and Hezbollah takes effect amid mixed emotions

Josiane Hajj Moussa for bne Beirut bureau November 27, 2024

The ceasefire between Israel and Hezbollah took effect at 4:00 AM on November 27, bringing a temporary end to over a year of cross-border strikes and months of intense military escalation that claimed thousands of lives.

Trump’s defence pick asked, “Why is Islamist Turkey a member of Nato?”

bne IntelliNews November 26, 2024

Evangelical Pete Hegseth, who has crusader tattoo, also wrote Western military bloc “is not an alliance; it’s a defense arrangement for Europe, paid for and underwritten by the United States”.

UAE arrests three Uzbeks in Rabbi Kogan murder

bne Gulf bureau November 25, 2024

The United Arab Emirates has published photographs of three Uzbek nationals arrested in connection with the murder of Rabbi Zvi Hakohen Kogan.

Claims Hamas moving HQ to Turkey spark call from US lawmakers for classified briefing

bne IntelliNews November 24, 2024

Issue could heat up as bitter foes Erdogan and Netanyahu make rival bids for backing from Donald Trump.

Arab League backs Iraq's request for emergency meeting over Israeli threats

bne Gulf bureau November 22, 2024

The Arab League (AL) has endorsed Iraq's request for an emergency meeting to discuss Israeli threats, with the date to be determined following consultations.

ICC issues arrest warrants for Israeli Prime Minister Netanyahu and former Defence Minister Gallant

Mathew Cohen in Tel Aviv November 21, 2024

The International Criminal Court (ICC) confirmed that it has issued arrest warrants for Israeli Prime Minister Benjamin Netanyahu and former Defence Minister Yoav Gallant on November 21.

Qatar says Hamas office remains open in Doha

bne Tehran bureau November 19, 2024

Qatar confirmed that Hamas leaders involved in Gaza ceasefire negotiations are not currently in Doha, while denying reports that it plans to close the Palestinian group's political office in the Persian Gulf state.

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