Russia cautions of Israel-Iran war in Syria; Greece-Turkey tensions remain
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Israel ‘will not allow’ Iran to get nuclear bomb amid uranium enrichment
Netanyahu says Iran’s decision to enrich uranium to a greater purity ‘cannot be explained in any way, other than a desire to continue realising its goal’ of getting a bomb. Iranian foreign minister Javad Zarif Israeli leaders have vowed not … Read More
Persian Gulf Buildup By US, Israel Worries Region: ‘A Perfect Storm?’
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Concerns of an imminent confrontation that could take place in the Mideast before Trump exits the White House next January 20 are increasing. USS Georgia transits Strait of Hormuz DUBAI: Some Middle East officials worry a “perfect storm” may be brewing … Read More
Experts say Iran likely to delay retaliation against Israel for assassinated nuclear scientist
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Independent Iran researcher Amir Toumaj said there is both a “general call for immediate retaliation and others pushing for a delayed response, arguing Tehran shouldn’t fall into a trap ahead of talks with the Biden administration.” Iran’s Supreme Leader Ali … Read More
Israel receives advanced warship amid heightened tensions with Iran
The Saar 6 can fire missiles, launch helicopters and deploy Israel’s Iron Dome technology. Its arrival comes following the killing of an Iranian nuclear scientist, allegedly by Israel. A ceremony marks the arrival of the first of four new German-built … Read More
Weapon used in top nuclear scientist’s killing was made in Israel, says Iran’s state TV
English-language channel Press TV says ‘bears the logo and specifications’ of Israel’s military industry, while Intelligence Minister Eli Cohen becomes the latest cabinet official to deny Israeli responsibility. The weapon used in the killing of a prominent Iranian nuclear scientist … Read More
Israel preparing for potential US military strike on Iran: report
Prime Minister Benjamin Netanyahu met with the Saudi Arabian crown prince in a secret meeting, according to Israeli media. Israel Defense Forces have been preparing for the possibility that the U.S. military will strike Iran during the last two months of President Trump‘s term, according to a … Read More
Iran vows ‘crushing response’ to Israel as air strikes kill militiamen
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14 pro-Iranian militia fighters killed by alleged Israeli strikes in Syria, with two bases destroyed. Pro-Iran militias had been supporting Syrian government forces at the Albu Kamal border area near Iraq (AFP). Iran has vowed to respond to Israeli “hit … Read More
Opinion | Israel’s Supreme Leader Points to the Target, and the Trigger Will Be Pulled Soon
Pro-Netanyahu protests in Holon, with the sign reading ‘leftists are traitors’, October 17, 2020.Credit: Tomer Appelbaum My conscience has been tormenting me lately for not saying what is weighing on my mind so that afterward, I won’t have to berate … Read More
Israeli airstrikes kill 14 Iranian forces in eastern Syria
The Syrian Observatory for Human Rights said the attack hit rural Deir Ezzor this morning Seven fighters were wounded in the attack, a Syrian military spokesman said. AFP At least 14 people from Iranian forces and affiliate militias have … Read More