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Israeli Intelligence Brushes Off Sensational Spy Account, Emphasize Operational Dangers
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MSC in Jerusalem official eulogizes slain jihadist known for rocket expertise
An official from the MSC in Jerusalem eulogized a leading Salafi jihadist killed on April 30 in an Israeli airstrike in Gaza. Tensions persist between Hamas and the Salafi jihadist groups in the coastal enclave.
Israel
South Korea is considering buying Israel’s Iron Dome missile defense battery system. Israeli authorities announced the arrest of two Hamas operatives who were planning kidnapping operations and other terrorist attacks against Israelis. Israel warned the US that Russia plans to provide Syria with S-300 missile batteries.
Israel exposes new Hamas kidnapping cell near Ramallah
Israeli authorities announced the arrest of members of a Hamas terror cell operating near Ramallah that planned to carry out a kidnapping of an Israeli soldier, among other terror activities.
Israel
Prime Minister Netanyahu has reportedly tried to curb settlement construction in the West Bank, in the hopes of helping the US revive peace talks with the Palestinians. Defense Minister Ya’alon said Israel will not allow any transfer of “sophisticated weapons” to Hezbollah. Israel is looking to renew contact with the UN Human Rights Council, after […]
Hezbollah
Why Israel’s Interceptors Can Stop Syrian Missiles — And Why It Attacked Anyway
Hezbollah
Hezbollah Steps Up in Syria as Israel Tries to Ease Tension
Hezbollah
Zygier sabotaged mission to bring home soldiers’ remains
Israel
The head of the IDF’s Northern Command said, “There is no need to get into hysterics, everything is calm [in the North], the residents of the north can sleep in peace.” Two mortar shells from Syria landed in the Golan Heights. Israel and Turkey are said to be “close” to completing a compensation deal related […]
Kenyan court gives life sentences to 2 Iranians for terror plots
Two Iranian nationals believed to be members of the IRGC Quds Force were sentenced to life in prison by a Kenyan court. The Iranian government will help the two appeal the sentencing.
Egypt claims successes in operations against Gaza smuggling tunnels
An official in the Egyptian Armed Forces announced the successful destruction of over 150 smuggling tunnels between Egypt and Gaza. Throughout April, Egyptian authorities seized numerous weapons being smuggled in the Sinai and near the border with Libya.
Iran
Israel’s Red Line Crossed, US Tacitly Backs Ally’s Strikes in Syria
Israel
Israeli Attacks on Syria Fuel Debate Over US-Led Airstrikes
Israel
Two Iron Dome batteries were deployed to the north of the country and Israeli embassies were put on high alert amid reports that Israel struck multiple targets in Syria recently. Deputy Defense Minister Danon did not confirm the alleged strikes in Syria, but said Israel “is protecting its interests and will continue doing so.” The […]
Israel
Israel pursues “war-within-war” in Syria air strikes
Israel
Accusations and Escalation Fears After Syrian Strikes
Hamas
IDF source: Hamas working to stop Gaza rockets
Israel
Syria strike shows Israel’s security burden increasingly borne by air force
Israel reportedly strikes multiple targets in Syria in recent days
The Israeli Air Force is suspected of being behind two recent airstrikes in Syria. One of the strikes targeted Fateh-110 surface-to-surface missiles at a Damascus airport, while the other allegedly targeted a research center in Jamraya that was also targeted in January.
Hezbollah
Hezbollah says won’t let US, Israel gain control of Syria
Israel
Israel Tightens Border Defense as Syria Erupts
Hamas
Hamas’ Meshaal Says Latest US Peace Efforts ‘Will Fail’
Iran
U.S. Bulks Up to Combat Iran
Israel
An IDF official stated that while the security situation in the West Bank is “fragile,” he does not expect the outbreak of a third intifada. An Israeli drone operating near the Gaza Strip crashed in Israeli territory due to a “technical failure.” Prime Minister Netanyahu said he would put a peace deal with the Palestinians […]
ITMC: Some Hamas elements are ‘stained with the blood of the Salafi Mujahideen’
The Ibn Taymiyyah Media Center, a jihadist media unit, has charged that elements within Hamas are “stained with the blood of the Salafi Mujahideen,” in a new statement on the recent death of Hithem Ziad Ibrahim Masshal.
Israel
Israel wary about possibility of U.S. arming Syrian rebels
Israel
Prime Minister Netanyahu warned that Israel will be a bi-national state if peace talks with the Palestinians are not renewed. Former Prime Minister Olmert warned that Hezbollah may already possess chemical weapons. France’s Ambassador to Israel said Hamas will remain on the EU’s terror list. Israel partially reopened the Kerem Shalom crossing, which had been […]
Slain MSC in Jerusalem member slams Hamas, calls on Muslims to partake in jihad
In a video containing excerpts from his will, Hithem Ziad Ibrahim Masshal, a member of the MSC in Jerusalem who was killed yesterday, slammed Hamas and called on Muslims to partake in jihad.
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Insight: Rebel gains in southern Syria sharpen Jordan’s dilemma
Hamas arrests more jihadists and deploys forces in effort to stop rockets
Hamas recently arrested two members of the Popular Resistance Committees. Members of Hamas’ al Qassam Brigades have also reportedly deployed in an effort to stop rocket launchings from Gaza toward Israel.