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Former Israeli war cabinet member Benny Gantz supports Israel's operation in Lebanon for the safety of Northern Israel residents.

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Israeli military incursion into Lebanon near Blue Line border raises tensions and sovereignty concerns.

Iran's largest ballistic missile attack on Israel raises concerns about escalating tensions in the Middle East. International community calls for restraint.

Israel Defense Forces spokesperson reassures public of no additional aerial threats from Iran. Citizens urged to stay vigilant and follow guidelines for sa...

Missiles launched from Iran towards Israel prompt sirens and raise concerns of further conflict. International calls for de-escalation and diplomacy to ens...

The death of Hezbollah’s leader, Hassan Nasrallah, in an Israeli airstrike in Beirut on September 27 has left the militant Lebanese organisation leaderless at a critical time. Two days earlier in a speech broadcast around the world, the head of the Israel Defense Forces’ (IDF) northern command, Lt. Gen. Herzi…

Nabil Kaouk was reportedly under consideration to replace leader Hassan Nasrallah, who was also slain in an Israeli barrage

Hezbollah denies IDF allegations of storing weapons in civilian buildings targeted by Israeli strikes in Beirut. Ongoing rescue efforts in densely populate...