Houthis launch third strike against Israel, threaten more attacks
Today’s attack is the third by the Houthis that has targeted Israel, and the terror group has threatened more as Israel prepares its ground offensive into Gaza.
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Iran-backed militias continue to attack U.S. bases in Iraq and Syria
Iran’s militias in Iraq and Syria have launched at least 24 strikes, primarily with drones, rockets, and mortars on U.S. military bases since Oct. 17. Five of the attacks took place after the U.S. military struck IRGC weapons depots in Syria in a failed effort to reestablish deterrence.
Israel presses its offensive into Gaza
Israeli forces pushed into Gaza over the weekend and have expanded operations on Monday, October 30. Close cooperation between ground forces and the air force has enabled 150 strikes on Hamas targets in the last several days. One Israeli hostage was freed by operations in Gaza while tensions continue between Hezbollah and Israel in the north.
Generation Jihad Ep. 111 — Israel at War: October 30, 2023
The war goes on; rockets are still raining down on central Israel (including Jerusalem) while Israel continues targeting Hamas leaders in Gaza. But…
Breaking today and over the weekend:
Israeli boots are now on the ground inside Gaza. There was also some IDF activity in Jenin inside the West Bank.
Iran’s President Raisi gaslit said on X that, “the Zionist regime’s crimes have crossed the red lines which may force everyone to take action.”
While Lebanese Hezbollah is still keeping things at a simmer just below the threshold of all-out war, other Iran-backed militias in Iraq and Syria are very much in the game. Some are even firing at U.S. forces in the region.
Bill and Joe are joined again by FDD’s Behnam Ben Taleblu to unpack these and related headlines.
Israel steps up raids, accuses Hamas of using hospital for cover
The IDF is launching targeted raids, backed by air and artillery support, into the Gaza strip. These raids appear to be part of a new pattern of operations.
Iran-backed Iraqi militia says it is ‘ready for a war of attrition,’ called Israel its ‘enemy’
“Hezbollah Brigades has the capacity to fight against its enemies and confront them by relying on the internal resources of the resistance,” a key Hezbollah Brigades official said. “We are ready for a war of attrition that may last for years, firmly believing in victory.”
Israel conducts first large scale tank raid into Gaza, repairs fence
The Givati brigade, which has been conducting specialized urban warfare training over the last week, led the assault. The operation is designed to prepare the ground for the next phase of combat.
Rocket fire targets Eilat as IDF units continue to train for operations
Hamas targeted Israel with rockets, including long-range attacks on cities more than 100 miles from Gaza, as the war between Israel and Hamas continues. The Israel Defense Forces also highlights Iran’s support of Hamas and its involvement in providing training and support for the terrorist group.
Israel strikes 400 targets in Gaza, as Hezbollah fires anti-tank missiles
Israel continued to carry out airstrikes on Hamas and on threats from Lebanon as the Israel Defense Forces prepare for a ground incursion into Gaza. Hamas rocket fire continues over Israel as the conflict stretches into its eighteenth day.
U.S. warship intercepts missiles fired by Iran-backed Houthis
The USS Carney intercepted three missiles fired from Yemen as it was patrolling the Red Sea. The missiles appear to have been fired at Israel.
Hamas used Iranian-produced weapons in October 7 terror attack in Israel
Hamas used Iranian-produced AZ111-A2 60mm mortar fuses and M112 demolition charges in the October 7 terror attack on Israel.
Iran-backed Shia militias target 2 U.S. bases in Iraq
The attacks took place as Hezbollah Brigades, a dangerous Iranian proxy, threatened U.S. forces in Iraq with “the fire of Hell” if American did not withdraw its troops from Iraq.
Generation Jihad Ep. 105 — Israel at War: October 15, 2023
Bill and Joe give an update on the latest from Israel as of later morning/early afternoon (ET) on October 15, 2023.
Analysis: Post Jenin Operation, Questions Linger About the State of the West Bank
Despite the largest Israeli military operation in the West Bank since the Second Intifada, the state of the West Bank remains in question.
Has Russia Begun Producing Iranian-Designed Suicide Drones?
New evidence suggests Moscow is getting closer to producing Iranian-designed suicide drones in Russia.
Unrest in the West Bank: More Than Two Years of Escalating Violence
A surge in West Bank violence is more than two years old and there are no signs that it will cease anytime soon.
Analysis: Israel, Islamic Jihad, and Other Palestinian Armed Groups Enter Conflict
Israel eliminates members of Islamic Jihad’s leadership in an effort to restore deterrence lost since the last year’s operation in Gaza.
U.S. State Department officials speak at same conference as dangerous Iran-backed Iraqi terrorist
Senior U.S. State Department officials spoke at the same conference as Qais al Khazali, a known Shia terrorist who is responsible for arming, training and forming the deadly Iranian-backed militias that are known to have killed hundreds of U.S. troops in Iraq.
Israel Arrests Jordanian Lawmaker Suspected of Smuggling Weapons to the West Bank
Israeli authorities arrested Jordanian MP Imad al-Adwan on suspicion of smuggling weapons and gold into the West Bank.
Analysis: Iran Leverages Armed Groups Against Israel
In a coordinated effort, Iran has supported, funded and encouraged its network of armed groups on Israel’s borders to launch attacks.
Iran-backed Militias Target U.S. Troops in Eastern Syria
Iran-backed groups launch rocket and drone strikes against U.S. bases in eastern Syria.
How Much Can Iranian Artillery Ammo Help Russia?
Moscow is allegedly looking to Iran to help redress its artillery ammo shortage. But while Iranian supplies can help, they likely can’t sustain Russia’s current rate of fire.
Generation Jihad Ep. 89 — Update on the War Between the Wars
Host Bill Roggio is joined by FDD Senior Fellow Behnam Ben Taleblu to disuss Behnam’s major new FDD Monograph — Arsenal: Assessing the Islamic Republic of Iran’s Ballistic Missile Program — including through the lens of Iran’s shadow war against Israel, AKA “the war between wars.”
Hezbollah Fighter Killed Under Unclear Circumstances
Hezbollah announced that a fighter belonging to the group died while performing his jihadi duty.
Generation Jihad Ep. 88 — al Qaeda and Islamic State findings in new UN report
Host Bill Roggio and (now official) co-host Caleb Weiss are joined by former coordinator of the UN Security Council Analytical Support and Sanctions Monitoring team Edmund Fitton-Brown to discuss findings in the latest UN report on the Islamic State and al Qaeda.
Kabul Attack Network commander brags about suicide assaults in TV interview
One of the co-leaders of the deadly Kabul Attack Network bragged about his role in deadly attacks in the Afghan capital. The Taliban commander, known as Taj Mir Jawad, is the Taliban’s deputy minister of intelligence.
Bombings Target Jerusalem Area, Palestinian Militant Organizations Laud Attacks
Two bombs exploded near bus stops in the Jerusalem area Wednesday morning. One Israeli-Canadian was killed and two dozen people were injured.
Drone Launched from IRGC Base Targets Liberian-Flagged Oil Tanker
U.S. Central Command alleges that Iran is behind drone attack on commercial shipping vessel in the Gulf of Oman.
Iranian Shahed-136 Drones Increase Russian Strike Capacity and Lethality in Ukraine
While it will not change the conflict’s overall direction, the Shahed-136 has bolstered Russia’s long-range precision strike capacity while providing some additional capability against front-line targets.
Hamas Operatives in Gaza Continue to Direct Attacks in the West Bank
Evidence continues to grow that Hamas is directing attacks in the West Bank against both the IDF troops and Israeli citizens.