Analysis: A History of Targeted Killings Attributed to the Mossad
Following the killing of Al Qaeda’s Abu Muhammad al-Masri, the Mossad’s history of targeted killings comes into focus.
Author Archives: Joe Truzman
Analysis: One year after the targeted killing of PIJ commander Baha Abu al-Ata
A year after the killing of Palestinian Islamic Jihad leader Baha Abu al-Ata, Israel continues to come under attack from Palestinian militant groups in the Gaza Strip.
Israel’s military steps up campaign against Iran and its proxies in southern Syria
IDF military operations continue in southern Syria against Iranian military entrenchment near the Golan border.
U.S. Marine charged for allegedly ‘providing material support’ to Hamas
The FBI arrested a Marine veteran for ‘providing material support’ to Hamas, a Gaza-based Islamist militant group.
Palestinian Islamic Jihad threatens conflict over Palestinian prisoner
Maher al-Akhras, a Palestinian Islamic Jihad operative in administrative detention and on a hunger strike, sparks threats of conflict against Israel from the Iran-backed militant group.
Hamas admits senior official Salah al-Arouri has contracted COVID-19
U.S. Department of the Treasury Specially Designated Global Terrorist, Salah al-Arouri, tests positive for COVID-19 according to a Hamas publication.
Hezbollah’s Precision Guided Missile project under renewed scrutiny
An arms depot explosion and an accusation of operating ‘missile factories’ in Beirut has renewed the focus on the Iran/Hezbollah missile project.
Bulgarian court convicts two Hezbollah-linked men with 2012 Burgas bus bombing
Two dual Lebanese nationals with ties to Hezbollah have been convicted of being involved in the 2012 Burgas bombing that killed six, including five Israelis.
DOJ charges American ‘Boogaloo Bois’ with attempting to provide material support to Hamas
Members of a U.S. extremist group held on terrorism charges for attempting to provide material support to Hamas.
IDF responds to Hezbollah after troops reportedly come under fire
Hezbollah reportedly fires at IDF troops operating near the Lebanon-Israel border prompting a retaliation by the Israeli military.
Palestinian factions resume activity at Gaza border
Palestinian factions have resumed a campaign of incendiary and explosive-laden balloons against Israel.
Hezbollah denies link to Beirut explosion
After Beirut explosion, Hezbollah’s Secretary-General Hassan Nasrallah denies the group was responsible for the tragedy.
Attack reportedly foiled at Syria-Golan border
Several militants identified along the Syrian-Golan border Sunday evening were killed as they attempted to plant a bomb at the security fence.
IDF reportedly foils Hezbollah attack in northern Israel
Hezbollah’s retaliation operation reportedly fails after its fighters are discovered infiltrating Israel’s northern border.
Israeli airstrikes in Damascus reportedly kill Hezbollah fighter
Overnight airstrikes against pro-Iranian sites in Damascus resulted in the confirmed killing of a Lebanese Hezbollah fighter.
Hamas acknowledges a ‘collaborator’ fled to Israel
Hamas is in damage control-mode after one of its commanders reportedly flees to Israel.
Hamas calls for Hezbollah and Ansar Allah to ‘unite the ranks’ against Israel
Hamas’ politburo chief Ismail Haniyeh appeals to Hezbollah and Ansar Allah for support against Israel’s planned annexation of areas of the West Bank.
Explosions damage site at Iranian missile complex and nuclear facility
A series of explosions at a missile and nuclear facility in Iran may point toward the involvement of a state actor.
Israel attacks pro-Iranian positions with airstrikes in Syria
Syrian Arab Army and Iranian-backed militia sites reportedly struck by Israel during the morning hours of June 24.
Tawhid al Jihad urges militant operations against Israel
In its first major publication this year, Tawhid al Jihad urges its followers to unite against Trump’s peace plan and West Bank annexation.
Hezbollah’s Hassan Nasrallah calls for closer ties to China
With Hassan Nasrallah’s encouragement, Chinese companies aim to help Lebanon pull out of its economic crises.
Axis of Resistance mourns the death of Palestinian Islamic Jihad leader Ramadan Shalah
Palestinian Islamic Jihad attempts to move forward after the passing of its longest serving Secretary-General, Ramadan Shalah.
Analysis: Palestinian factions warn Israel against West Bank annexation
Palestinian militant factions have issued statements against the annexation of the West Bank and warn of violence if Israel proceeds with its plan.
Iranian-backed organizations establish a foothold in the Gaza Strip
Iranian-affiliated organizations and an Iraqi Shia paramilitary group using charitable contributions to garner influence in the Gaza Strip.
Axis of Resistance honors ‘International Quds Day’
The Axis of Resistance uses the Iran-created “International Quds Day” to attempt to show a unified front against Israel and the U.S.
Jaysh al Islam steps up its activities in the Gaza Strip
The Salafi jihadi group, Jaysh al Islam, has increased its social media activity and has promoted its activities over recent weeks.
Israel steps up military campaign against Iran’s military entrenchment in Syria
Iran continues its support for its proxy militias in Syria, as the Israeli military attempts to counter it.
Saraya al Quds reminds Israel that COVID-19 hasn’t slowed jihadist activity
Despite the COVID-19 pandemic, Saraya al Quds, the military wing of Palestinian Islamic Jihad, affirms its commitment to its resistance against Israel.
Hezbollah responds to recent warnings from Israel
Israel and Hezbollah attempt to maintain the status quo that has kept them from conflict despite recent military activity between the two.
Israel warns Hezbollah over its recent activity in Syria
A recent series of incidents between Israel and Hezbollah has increased the likelihood of renewed conflict between the two foes.