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Following the assassination of Hamas leader Ismail Haniyeh in Tehran, Iran has vowed to retaliate against Israel. Supreme Leader Khamenei has ordered a 'harsh punishment,' raising concerns of escalating conflict in the region. Diplomatic efforts are underway to prevent a wider war as tensions remain high.
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Following a significant exchange of fire between Israel and Hezbollah, both sides claimed partial victories. Israel conducted preemptive airstrikes in southern Lebanon, while Hezbollah retaliated with drone and rocket attacks. Despite the intensity, both parties signaled a desire to avoid further escalation as regional tensions remain high.
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The US Justice Department has unsealed charges against six Hamas leaders, including Yahya Sinwar, for their roles in the October 7 attacks in Israel. The indictment, originally filed in February, comes amid ongoing ceasefire negotiations and highlights the US's stance on Hamas's actions.
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Israeli airstrikes on military sites in Masyaf, Syria, late Sunday resulted in significant casualties, with reports indicating at least 25 fatalities. The strikes targeted a research facility linked to Iran's missile program, escalating tensions in the region amid ongoing conflicts involving Iranian-backed militias.
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As tensions rise between Hezbollah and Israel, both sides prepare for potential conflict. Hezbollah's Naim Qassem warns of severe consequences if Israel escalates its military operations, while Israel's Netanyahu signals a focus on the northern border after operations in Gaza. The humanitarian crisis in Gaza continues to worsen amid ongoing violence.
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Prominent columnists, including Jonathan Freedland and Hadley Freeman, have resigned from the Jewish Chronicle following the removal of articles by freelance journalist Elon Perry, who is accused of fabricating claims about the Gaza conflict. The newspaper's editor acknowledged the mistakes and promised stronger internal procedures.
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Israeli Prime Minister Benjamin Netanyahu has expanded the objectives of the ongoing conflict with Hezbollah to include the safe return of displaced residents from northern Israel. This decision follows nearly a year of escalating cross-border violence, resulting in significant casualties and displacement on both sides of the border.
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The secretary of state is making his 10th visit to the Middle East since the Oct. 7 attacks. Until now, he has met with officials in Israel each time.
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In a televised address, Hezbollah leader Hassan Nasrallah condemned recent Israeli attacks that killed at least 37 people and injured over 3,000. He described the assaults as unprecedented and a declaration of war, while warning of potential escalation along the Israeli-Lebanese border.