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UN reports Israeli tanks forced access into a base in south Lebanon
The UN peacekeeping force in southern Lebanon claims Israeli tanks stormed one of its positions early Sunday morning. According to a statement from the UN Interim Force in Lebanon (UNIFIL), two Israel Defence Forces (IDF) tanks damaged the main gate of a station in Ramyah, near the Israeli border, and "forcibly entered the position" to request that its lights be turned off. About two hours later, it was reported that shots were fired close, causing smoke to infiltrate the camp and causing 15 peacekeepers to experience skin irritations and gastrointestinal issues.
Kamala Harris is questioned by 60 Minutes about economic ideas and Netanyahu as a ‘ally’
During a wide-ranging interview that aired on Monday, Kamala Harris defended her economic policies, refused to name Israeli Prime Minister Benjamin Netanyahu as a close buddy, and stated that she would not meet with Russian President Vladimir Putin for peace negotiations unless Ukraine were also represented. With the presidential race between Harris and Donald Trump effectively deadlocked, Harris has launched an unusually aggressive media campaign that includes popular podcasts, talk radio, a battleground state town hall, daytime television, late-night shows, and a network sit-down on CBS's 60 Minutes prime-time election special.
Netanyahu receives stern Biden remarks on peace accord and electoral influence
Joe Biden had terse words for Benjamin Netanyahu at the White House on Friday, saying he didn't know if the Israeli prime minister was holding up a Middle East peace deal - where Israel is at war with Hamas in Gaza and on a military offensive against Hezbollah in Lebanon - to influence the outcome of the 2024 US presidential election. "No administration has done more for Israel than I have. None. There are none. And I think Bibi should remember that," Biden remarked, referring to Netanyahu by his nickname. He went further: "And whether he's trying to influence the election, I don't know - but I'm not counting on that."
Netanyahu to Reject Ceasefire Calls, Vows to Fight Hezbollah ‘Until Victory’ in UN Address
Israeli Prime Minister Benjamin Netanyahu is set to dismiss any hopes for a ceasefire in his upcoming United Nations speech, as Israel commits to continue its battle against Hezbollah militants "until victory." On Wednesday, Britain joined the United States, France, and other allies in proposing a 21-day ceasefire. Sir Keir Starmer, during his UN address, urged both sides to "step back from the brink." However, Netanyahu, upon arriving in New York last night, firmly rejected the truce proposal. He stated that Israeli forces would maintain their offensive against Hezbollah strongholds "with full force" and continue until Israel’s objectives are met.
Netanyahu demands Philadelphi Corridor authority in any truce
Prime Minister Benjamin Netanyahu has rejected calls for him to do more to ensure the release of Israelis held captive in the Gaza Strip after 11 months of fighting. Netanyahu is facing domestic outrage and pressure from US President Joe Biden after Israeli soldiers discovered the remains of six hostages over the weekend, including 23-year-old American-Israeli Hersh Goldberg-Polin. On Monday, however, he made it clear that he was unwilling to compromise.
Iran defies west’s request not to strike Israel
Iran has rebuffed Western appeals not to retaliate against Israel for the execution of Hamas leadership leader Ismail Haniyeh in Tehran late last month. "Such demands lack political logic, are entirely contrary to the principles and rules of international law, and represent an excessive request," Iran's foreign ministry spokeswoman, Nasser Kanani, stated. According to the official IRNA news agency, President Masoud Pezeshkian said in a late Monday phone conversation with British Prime Minister Keir Starmer that the West's silence on "unprecedented inhumane crime" in Gaza and Israeli attacks elsewhere in the Middle East was "irresponsible" and encouraged Israel to jeopardise regional and global security.
Netanyahu warns Israel’s aggressors of ‘heavy price’ as Hamas threatens ‘major repercussions’ after political leader’s murder
Hamas' armed branch has stated that the assassination of its top political leader will "take the battle to new dimensions and have major repercussions," while Iran has promised to retaliate. Israel's prime minister has warned that aggressors will pay a "heavy price" following separate attacks that killed Hamas' political head and a senior Hezbollah commander. Hamas and Iran's Revolutionary Guards reported that Ismail Haniyeh was killed in Tehran on Wednesday morning.
Israeli ministers authorize Netanyahu’s Hezbollah reprisal
Israel's security council has given Prime Minister Benjamin Netanyahu and his defense minister the authority to determine when and how to respond to a deadly rocket attack blamed on the Lebanese Shia militant group Hezbollah by Israel and the United States. Ministers convened an emergency session following Saturday evening's strike on the Israeli-occupied Golan Heights, which murdered 12 Druze children and teens. Hezbollah has denied responsibility. It was the deadliest cross-border incident in months of gunfire between the two sides.
How might Trump affect Netanyahu?
In 2021, former US President Donald Trump informed Israeli journalist Barak Ravid that his relationship with Benjamin Netanyahu had deteriorated after the Israeli prime minister congratulated Joe Biden on winning the 2020 US presidential election. "F*** him," Trump stated during the interview. "I liked Bibi," Trump admitted at the time. I still like Bibi. But I also enjoy loyalty.
Netanyahu: Israel to invade Rafah; ceasefire talks ongoing
Amid shaky ongoing armistice negotiations, Prime Minister Benjamin Netanyahu has reaffirmed his pledge that Israel will launch a ground assault on Rafah in southern Gaza. Netanyahu stated on Tuesday that Israel will "completely destroy" the Hamas battalions in the region, "deal or no deal," to end the nearly seven-month conflict.
Netanyahu asserts Israel’s autonomy post-Cameron discussion
Lord Cameron, the foreign secretary of the United Kingdom, was informed by Benjamin Netanyahu that Israel would "make its own decisions" regarding its response to an Iranian attack. During negotiations that the British government had hoped would prevent an escalation, he declared that his government would "do whatever was necessary to defend itself."
Netanyahu threatens to defy allies on Rafah invasion
In defiance of international condemnation, Israeli Prime Minister Benjamin Netanyahu has reaffirmed his resolve to commence an offensive in Rafah. Approximately 1.5 million Palestinians seeking refuge from other regions of Gaza have crowded into the city. His remarks follow the German chancellor's reiteration of his opposition to the proposal while travelling to the Middle East.