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מזכ"ל סבא"א רפאל גרוסי איראן מנתקת מצלמות מעקב אתרי גרעין

Monitoring equipment returns to only some Iranian sites -IAEA reports

Watchdog says Iran's estimated stockpile of enriched uranium reaches more than 23 times the limit set out in the 2015 accord between Tehran and world powers

Agencies | 19:38 | 05.31.23

Jordan to celebrate Crown Prince wedding

Prince Hussein will wed Saudi Rajwa Al Saif in Amman in the presence of royals and dignitaries from all over the world; He is presented by state media as a future ruler and enjoys much popularity

Smadar Peri | 18:18 | 05.31.23

נשיא טורקיה רג'פ טאיפ ארדואן נואם ל תומכיו בחירות תוצאות סיבוב שני

Erdogan declares victory in Turkey runoff

Victory extends Erdogan's two-decade reign, securing a mandate to continue his increasingly authoritarian rule seen as polarizing Turkey and strengthening its position as a regional military power

Reuters | 19:50 | 05.28.23

A new surface-to-surface 4th generation Khorramshahr ballistic missile called Khaibar with a range of 2,000 km is launched at an undisclosed location in Iran, in this picture obtained on May 25, 2023

Iran says it has successfully test-launched ballistic missile

Two days after a top Israeli general mooted possible military action against Iran, it launched its missile which it says is capable of reaching Israel and the U.S. in the region; watch test launch

Ynet, Reuters | 12:59 | 05.25.23

Iran’s nuclear chief says Tehran to cooperate with inspectors on ‘new activities’

Mohammad Eslami says Iran will work under the IAEA safeguards, and will coordinate with the IAEA on new activities and act accordingly

Associated Press | 15:45 | 05.24.23

Russian President Vladimir Putin on video conference With Iranian President Ebrahim Raisi signing an agreement for the international North–South Transport Corridor

Russia and Iran sign rail deal for corridor intended to rival Suez Canal

Raisi says the agreement is an important and strategic step in the direction of cooperation between Tehran and Moscow while Putin says it will diversify global traffic flows

Reuters | 16:39 | 05.17.23

Fast-attack IRGC crafts swarming Panama-flagged oil tanker Niovi as it transits the Strait of Hormuz

Satellite images show tankers Iran seized off Bandar Abbas

Photos from Planet Labs PBC show the Advantage Sweet and the Niovi anchored just south of Bandar Abbas near a naval base in capture conducted by Iran amid tensions with the West over its rapidly advancing nuclear program,

Associated Press | 14:13 | 05.07.23

Iranian president meets Palestinian officials in Syria

Official says Raisi confirms to the Palestinians, including top leaders of Hamas and Islamic Jihad terror groups, that Iran will continue supporting the Palestinians

Associated Press | 18:15 | 05.04.23

Iranian President Ebrahim Raisi arrives in Damascus on Wednesday

Iranian president in Damascus for first visit since Syrian war began

visit comes as Iran and regional rival Saudi Arabia rebuild ties and Arab nations are developing a roadmap to reintegrate Syria into the Arab fold after isolating Damascus in wake of civil war

Reuters | 11:34 | 05.03.23

Tunisia's President Kais Saied (L) receiving Syrian Foreign Minister Faisal Mekdad

Jordan to host talks on Syria's return to Arab League

Washington, which said it would not change its policy towards the Syrian government which it terms a "rogue" state, urges Arab states to get something in return for engaging with Assad once again

Reuters | 09:04 | 05.01.23

Marshall Islands-flagged oil tanker Advantage Sweet

Iran seizes oil tanker bound for U.S. in Gulf, American Navy says

Iran's army says it seized a Marshall Islands-flagged oil tanker in the Gulf of Oman after it collided with an Iranian boat; U.S. Navy says it sent a P-8 Poseidon maritime patrol aircraft to monitor the situation

Associated Press | 21:26 | 04.27.23

Reformed Egyptian textbooks; improved attitudes to Jews, study

IMPACT-se CEO Marcus Sheff. says the Egyptian government fulfills promise to reform its school curriculum; with largest education system in the Middle East and North Africa; process of removing antisemitism and other hatred from school textbooks is crucial

Dennis Bihler | 21:59 | 04.23.23

Israeli strike near Damascus wounds 2 soldiers, state media says

SANA reports explosions heard in Syrian capital as air defenses activated to intercept incoming missiles and according to an unnamed military official, succeeded in shooting some of them down

Daniel Salami | 07:38 | 03.30.23

UAE pardons Israeli jailed on drugs charges, Israel says

Fida Kiwan, first sentenced to death, but later jailed for life pardoned by UAE President Sheikh Mohammed bin Zayed al-Nahyan in honor of the Ramadan holy month, President Issac Herzog says

Reuters | 08:59 | 03.26.23

King Abdullah of Saudi Arabia, right, hosted the Syrian president, Bashar al-Assad

After Iran, Saudi Arabia to re-establish ties with Syria, sources say

Syrian-Saudi talks could pave the way for a vote to lift Syria's suspension during the next Arab summit, expected to be held in Saudi Arabia in April; breakthrough could indicate how the deal between Tehran and Riyadh may play into other crises in the region

Reuters | 17:44 | 03.23.23

חצי חצי ראש סבא"א רפאל גרוסי ומתקן ה גרעין של איראן בנתנז

Uranium particles enriched to near weapons-grade found in Iran, UN report confirms

Nuclear watchdog says found uranium enriched to 83.7% at Fordow facility, likely to further raise tensions between Islamic Republic and West over its nuclear program

Associated Press | 21:31 | 02.28.23

Earthquakes: A familiar, looming threat to Middle East

Expert says Great Rift Valley, which runs the entirety of Israel's border with Jordan, poses a grave concern; adds small shocks are a near constant in country's north – a possible warning of things to come

i24NEWS | 17:58 | 02.07.23

צה״ל חושף עמדת טרור נוספת של ארגון הטרור חיזבאללה

Lebanese environmental group accused of being Hezbollah arm

Israel, the U.S., and some in Lebanon accuse 'Green Without Borders' for cooperating with Iran-backed terror group while pretending to acre for the environment

Associated Press | 13:36 | 01.25.23

עלירזא אכבארי סגן שר ההגנה לשעבר ב איראן שנידון ל עונש מוות בגלל ריגול לכאורה בסרטון שהפיצה התקשורת האיראנית ובו הוא מודה לכאורה בטענות נגדו

Detained British-Iranian linked to death of nuclear scientist, Iranian media

Sentenced to death for spying, former Iranian defense minister Alireza Akbari says near-confession filmed by regime result of months-long torture;

Reuters | 18:33 | 01.12.23

Egyptian man beheads wife, sends selfie with the head to her parents

Hamda al-Ajouz from the northern part of the country reportedly went live on Facebook, saying he will not turn himself in unless he speaks to journalists to explain 'his situation'

Dennis Bihler | 22:50 | 01.10.23

Lebanon detains Hezbollah supporter over Irish peacekeeper's killing

Terror group's spokesperson claims the man is not part of the organization; security sources say the man was suspected of firing shots at a United Nations Interim Force in Lebanon

Reuters | 14:24 | 12.26.22

מלך בחריין, חמד בן עיסא אאל ח'ליפה ויצחק הרצוג

Israeli president touts business ties on first Bahrain visit, meets local Jews

'I have come here with a distinguished delegation eager to do business with the people of Bahrain,' says Herzog upon meeting with King Hamad bin Isa Al Khalifa, who stresses a 'sustainable peace that guarantees legitimate rights of the Palestinian people'

Reuters, i24NEWS | 22:37 | 12.04.22

Islamic State leader killed in combat, group says

Extremist group’s spokesperson says the shadowy Abu al-Hassan al-Hashimi al-Qurayshi was killed fighting 'enemies of God'

Associated Press | 20:29 | 11.30.22

מנהיג איראן עלי חמינאי ב טהרן נואם מול אורחים מ איספהאן פורסמה ב שבת

Iran sentences four people to death for 'cooperating' with Israeli intelligence

'With guidance from the Zionist intelligence service, this network of thugs was stealing and destroying private and public property, kidnapping people, and obtaining fake confessions,' says Iranian news agency

Reuters | 15:24 | 11.30.22

Blinken lands in Qatar to lead Iran talks and watch World Cup game

Washington’s top diplomat will meet with Qatari leaders as part of the strategic dialogue between the countries; 'Qatar is an important and steadfast partner of the U.S.'

i24NEWS | 21:27 | 11.21.22

המקום בו התבצעה התקיפה המיוחסת לאמריקאים בגבול סוריה- עיראק

Mysterious strikes in Syria hit fuel convoy from Iraq; Iranians killed

Britain-based Syrian Observatory for Human Rights says attack hits trucks carrying fuel and weapons to Syria; Iran's state TV claims the attack was carried out by U.S. drones and helicopters, but didn't provide any evidence

Associated Press | 10:48 | 11.09.22

Dubai leadership summit: Mentorship, education crucial to boosting women in workforce

Inaugural Women Leaders Summit, where successful women from across the region share their stories, sees call by conference chair and The Media Line CEO to ‘carry the torch’ in honor of trailblazing women

The Media Line | 09:32 | 11.07.22

Taliban fighters patrol in Kabul, Afghanistan late last week

Taliban faction open to ties with Israel, Afghan source says

Hundreds of Islamist group's members, including top officials, are 'interested in establishing confidential relations' with Jerusalem in hopes of eventually achieving bilateral agreement

i24NEWS | 23:26 | 10.18.22

A handout picture provided by the Palestinian Authority's press office on December 5, 2021, shows Algeria's President Abdelmadjid Tebboune (R) and Palestinian leader Mahmoud Abbas in Algiers, Algeria

Palestinian factions agree on elections to end dispute, but doubts persist

Agreement promises to speed uppresidential and legislative elections in all of the Palestinian territories including Jerusalem to within a year, but many are skeptic after previous promises of Abbas potentially stepping down failed to materialize

Reuters | 22:00 | 10.13.22

Hamas delegation to visit Syria this month aiming to revive ties, sources say

Following a trip to Algeria to make amends with the Fatah movement, Hamas will ease into reconciliation attempts with Damascus after a long shunning due group's support of anti-Assad rebels

Reuters | 21:38 | 10.06.22

Israel preparing for potential escalation in north as Lebanon talks derail

Defense Minister Benny Gantz instructs military to increase operational readiness, both offensive and defensive, along northern border as Beirut seeks ‘substantive changes’ that might endanger agreement

i24NEWS | 19:54 | 10.06.22

Turkey names former Jerusalem envoy as new ambassador to Israel

Former Turkish Consul General in Jerusalem and seasoned diplomat Sakir Ozkan Torunlar tapped for embassy job as countries continue working to mend fences

Reuters, Ynet | 18:04 | 10.06.22

American soldiers during an exercise in northeast Syria last year

Rare U.S. raid in govt-held zone in Syria kills suspected IS commander

UK-based Observatory for Human Rights says 1st time U.S. forces conduct such an operation, lasting hours, in a zone held by forces loyal to President Bashar al-Assad

Agencies | 14:43 | 10.06.22

U.S. envoy commends Lapid for backing 2-states

In interview Tom Nides says U.S. has Israel's back, will not allow Iran to obtain a nuclear weapon or block Israel from defending itself against Iran or its proxies; says two countries discourse open and transparent

The Media Line | 11:32 | 09.28.22

Arafat's nephew blasts 'totalitarian' Palestinian president

Returning to the Gaza Strip after a year abroad, the former foreign minister who was ejected from the PA, says Abbas 'does what he wants without consideration', and that the people are afraid to stand against him

AFP | 22:46 | 09.26.22

U.S. won’t stop Israel if Hezbollah attacks - Blinken

After only last week Hezbollah's chief Hassan Nasrallah threatens Israel not to extract gas from the offshore field, Blinken tells Lebanese PM U.S. would not get involved in Israel's potential military retaliations

i24NEWS | 15:12 | 09.25.22

ראש הממשלה יאיר לפיד בטיסה מעל אסדת הגז כריש

Maritime deal with Lebanon 'possible and necessary', Lapid says

As border demarcation talks enter final stages, PM says agreement must 'serve interests of citizens of both countries', adds Israel will begin gas production from contentious Karish gas field regardless of talks

Itamar Eichner | 23:26 | 09.19.22

Lapid to meet Turkish leader Erdogan at UN

Leaders expected to sit down on sideline of UN Security Council meeting later in the week; Israeli-Turkish relations continue to thaw following the full restoration of diplomatic ties in August

i24NEWS | 08:32 | 09.18.22

IDF intel chief: Were it not for Hezbollah, Lebanon would normalize ties with Israel

Aharon Haliva warns of escalation on northern front as Nasrallah ramps up rhetoric around offshore gas fields, adds alleviating Lebanese people's economic woes in Israel's interest

Nina Fox | 19:01 | 09.13.22

יום העשורא שיעים לבנון ביירות תומכי חיזבאללה חסן נסראללה

Hezbollah at 40 stronger than ever but has more enemies

Iranian-armed terror group dominates Lebanon's politics and plays instrumental role in spreading Tehran's influence throughout Arab world, but lately also faces deep criticism on multiple fronts

Associated Press | 09:44 | 09.01.22

פקיסטן נזקי הצפות בעיירה נוושרה במחוז חייבר פחטונחווה גשמי מונסון

Over 1,100 dead in Pakistan floods in worst monsoon season in decades

Aid groups warn of more casualties to come as diseases spread and remote areas become inaccessible; monster monsoon puts a third of the country underwater, displacing tens of millions

The Media Line, Ynet | 14:08 | 08.31.22

עימותים בין תומכי א-סדר לתומכי ארגונים פרו איראניים בגדד עיראק

Clashes erupt after Iraqi Shiite cleric resigns, 5 dead

Protesters loyal to cleric Muqtada al-Sadr pull down cement barriers outside government palace with ropes and breach the palace gates; military announces nationwide curfew, Cabinet sessions suspended

Associated Press | 20:23 | 08.29.22

Tracy Chamoun, Lebanese ex-ambassador and granddaughter of late president Camille Chamoun

Lebanon presidential candidate runs on anti-Hezbollah platform

Descendant of a prominent Christian political family, Tracy Chamoun announces candidacy and slams Iran-backed terror group; says decisions related to peace and war can only be done through Lebanon's institutions

Associated Press, Ynet | 15:25 | 08.29.22

U.S. military carries out strike in Syria on Iran-linked targets

Central Command says preemptive strike on Iranian-backed militias is a 'proportionate, deliberate action intended to limit the risk of escalation and minimize the risk of casualties'

Reuters | 08:45 | 08.24.22

Iran says U.S. delaying revival of 2015 deal, prisoner swap is unrelated

Tehran stresses prisoner exchange with Washington separate issue, has nothing to do with process to salvage 2015 pact; Iran seeks guarantees from U.S. no president would abandon deal as Trump did

Reuters | 18:04 | 08.22.22

UAE President Mohamed bin Zayed and Iranian President Ebrahim Raisi

UAE to reinstate ambassador to Iran after more than 6 years

Announcement comes following months of talks 'to achieve the common interests of the two countries and the wider region,' UAE says; Saudi Arabia also negotiating with Tehran, aiming to upgrade diplomatic relations

Reuters, Ynet | 11:05 | 08.22.22

Palestinian general discusses military co-operation at talks in Moscow

Meeting on margins of security conference comes as Russia seeks allies around the world to counter what Putin described as Western hegemony and neo-colonialism amid Ukraine war

Reuters | 16:21 | 08.17.22

Article on 'fat' Arab women sparks uproar over body-shaming

The Economist piece, titled 'why women are fatter than men in the Arab world,' triggered blazing criticism on social media, as local rights groups issued denunciations

Associated Press | 13:52 | 08.17.22

תיעוד מ שיגור לוויין איראני של איראן בשם חיאם על גבי משגר סויוז על ידי רוסיה

Russia launches Iranian satellite into space under shadow of West's concerns

U.S. officials concerned satellite will not only help Russia in Ukraine but also provide Iran 'unprecedented capabilities' to monitor potential military targets in Israel, Middle East

Reuters | 12:42 | 08.09.22

Gazans reel under heat and lengthy power cuts

Within the packed streets of the Gaza strip, Palestinians are struggling with the heat as the enclave's power grid reels under higher demand and soaring energy prices

Reuters | 23:26 | 08.02.22

לבנון ביירות אסון פיצוץ נמל אלפי פצועים הבוקר שאחרי

Beirut silo collapses, reviving trauma ahead of blast anniversary

Traumatized after 2020 explosion caused by unsafely stored ammonium nitrate, which left thousands homeless and wounded, Lebanese people are on edge history may repeat itself and government is not offering words of relief

Reuters | 10:50 | 08.01.22

Nuclear symbol and Iran flag are seen in this illustration

Iran says it responded to EU proposal aimed at salvaging 2015 nuclear deal

Iranian negotiator says Tehran shared its proposed ideas to pave the way for a swift conclusion of Vienna negotiations should the other side be ready to do the same

Reuters | 18:57 | 07.31.22

סרטון שפרסם חיזבאללה בו כביכול רואים את אסדת הגז כריש

Hezbollah airs drone footage of Israeli barges in disputed gas field

As U.S. energy envoy Amos Hochstein lands in Beirut to mediate ongoing talks between Lebanon and Israel, Lebanese terror group publishes video from reconnaissance drones over Karish gas field and their coordinates

Associated Press | 12:22 | 07.31.22

Integrated Mideast defense system still only an idea, U.S. official says

Official says there's 'great promise' in having 'more networked, more integrated, more cooperative approach to air missile defense' in the region given 'increasing threat of Iran's ballistic missiles'

Reuters | 20:04 | 07.28.22

סיכה של שירין אבו עאלקה על דש חולצתה של קרובת משפחה לאחר פגישתם עם בלינקן

Slain journalist's family: No help from U.S. for a full probe

Lina Abu Akleh says Secretary of State Antony Blinken and U.S. officials decline to provide any new information ; says she requested U.S.-led investigation, but Blinken said decision was up to the Justice Department

Associated Press | 09:48 | 07.28.22

EU puts forward new draft text to revive Iran nuclear deal

Continental bloc's Borrell says 'space for additional significant compromises has been exhausted'; Pentagon spokesman says Washington reviewing 'draft understanding' and would respond directly to EU

Reuters | 09:07 | 07.27.22

Slain Al Jazeera reporter's family meet Blinken to 'demand justice for Shireen'

Lina Abu Akleh the niece of Shireen says the family demands justice, and they will pursue accountability for her murder wherever it may take them; State Department spokesperson says Blinken to reiterate need for accountability

Reuters | 23:14 | 07.26.22

A surveillance camera is displayed during a news conference about developments related to the IAEA's monitoring and verification work in Iran

Iran will keep IAEA cameras turned off until nuclear deal is restored

Nuclear watchdog chief says Tehran would not agree to address alleged unexplained uranium traces as demanded, says 2015 nuclear deal had cleared Iran of previous allegations

Reuters | 18:33 | 07.25.22

Iran doesn't appear to want a nuclear deal, British spy chief says

MI6 head Richard Moore says he still believes reviving the 2015 nuclear deal is the best way to constrain Iran's nuclear program but thinks Iran only wants to prolong talks

Reuters | 22:18 | 07.21.22

Cameras to replace peacekeepers at strategic Red Sea strait

Biden announces departure of peacekeepers supervising international shipping on strategic islands; upkeep of cameras could entail security coordination between Israel and Saudi Arabia, which have no formal ties

Reuters | 13:16 | 07.21.22

Mideast News

Monitoring equipment returns to only some Iranian sites -IAEA reports

Agencies

Jordan to celebrate Crown Prince wedding

Smadar Peri

Erdogan declares victory in Turkey runoff

Reuters

Iran says it has successfully test-launched ballistic missile

Ynet, Reuters

Iran’s nuclear chief says Tehran to cooperate with inspectors on ‘new activities’

Associated Press

Russia and Iran sign rail deal for corridor intended to rival Suez Canal

Reuters

Satellite images show tankers Iran seized off Bandar Abbas

Associated Press

Iranian president meets Palestinian officials in Syria

Associated Press

Iranian president in Damascus for first visit since Syrian war began

Reuters

Jordan to host talks on Syria's return to Arab League

Reuters

Iran seizes oil tanker bound for U.S. in Gulf, American Navy says

Associated Press

Reformed Egyptian textbooks; improved attitudes to Jews, study

Dennis Bihler

Israeli strike near Damascus wounds 2 soldiers, state media says

Daniel Salami

UAE pardons Israeli jailed on drugs charges, Israel says

Reuters

After Iran, Saudi Arabia to re-establish ties with Syria, sources say

Reuters

Uranium particles enriched to near weapons-grade found in Iran, UN report confirms

Associated Press

Earthquakes: A familiar, looming threat to Middle East

i24NEWS

Lebanese environmental group accused of being Hezbollah arm

Associated Press

Detained British-Iranian linked to death of nuclear scientist, Iranian media

Reuters

Egyptian man beheads wife, sends selfie with the head to her parents

Dennis Bihler

Lebanon detains Hezbollah supporter over Irish peacekeeper's killing

Reuters

Israeli president touts business ties on first Bahrain visit, meets local Jews

Reuters, i24NEWS

Islamic State leader killed in combat, group says

Associated Press

Iran sentences four people to death for 'cooperating' with Israeli intelligence

Reuters

Blinken lands in Qatar to lead Iran talks and watch World Cup game

i24NEWS

Mysterious strikes in Syria hit fuel convoy from Iraq; Iranians killed

Associated Press

Dubai leadership summit: Mentorship, education crucial to boosting women in workforce

The Media Line

Taliban faction open to ties with Israel, Afghan source says

i24NEWS

Palestinian factions agree on elections to end dispute, but doubts persist

Reuters

Hamas delegation to visit Syria this month aiming to revive ties, sources say

Reuters

Israel preparing for potential escalation in north as Lebanon talks derail

i24NEWS

Turkey names former Jerusalem envoy as new ambassador to Israel

Reuters, Ynet

Rare U.S. raid in govt-held zone in Syria kills suspected IS commander

Agencies

U.S. envoy commends Lapid for backing 2-states

The Media Line

Arafat's nephew blasts 'totalitarian' Palestinian president

AFP

U.S. won’t stop Israel if Hezbollah attacks - Blinken

i24NEWS

Maritime deal with Lebanon 'possible and necessary', Lapid says

Itamar Eichner

Lapid to meet Turkish leader Erdogan at UN

i24NEWS

IDF intel chief: Were it not for Hezbollah, Lebanon would normalize ties with Israel

Nina Fox

Hezbollah at 40 stronger than ever but has more enemies

Associated Press

Over 1,100 dead in Pakistan floods in worst monsoon season in decades

The Media Line, Ynet

Clashes erupt after Iraqi Shiite cleric resigns, 5 dead

Associated Press

Lebanon presidential candidate runs on anti-Hezbollah platform

Associated Press, Ynet

U.S. military carries out strike in Syria on Iran-linked targets

Reuters

Iran says U.S. delaying revival of 2015 deal, prisoner swap is unrelated

Reuters

UAE to reinstate ambassador to Iran after more than 6 years

Reuters, Ynet

Palestinian general discusses military co-operation at talks in Moscow

Reuters

Article on 'fat' Arab women sparks uproar over body-shaming

Associated Press

Russia launches Iranian satellite into space under shadow of West's concerns

Reuters

Gazans reel under heat and lengthy power cuts

Reuters

Beirut silo collapses, reviving trauma ahead of blast anniversary

Reuters

Iran says it responded to EU proposal aimed at salvaging 2015 nuclear deal

Reuters

Hezbollah airs drone footage of Israeli barges in disputed gas field

Associated Press

Integrated Mideast defense system still only an idea, U.S. official says

Reuters

Slain journalist's family: No help from U.S. for a full probe

Associated Press

EU puts forward new draft text to revive Iran nuclear deal

Reuters

Slain Al Jazeera reporter's family meet Blinken to 'demand justice for Shireen'

Reuters

Iran will keep IAEA cameras turned off until nuclear deal is restored

Reuters

Iran doesn't appear to want a nuclear deal, British spy chief says

Reuters

Cameras to replace peacekeepers at strategic Red Sea strait

Reuters