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Sister demands release of Israeli-Russian researcher kidnapped in Iraq

Israeli researcher Elizabeth Tsurkov has been held by a Shiite militia since March 2023; her US-based sister, leading the fight for her release, shares about her frustration with US tax dollars going to her sisters' kidnappers, the hierarchy vs. Gaza hostages, hopes for Trump and years without sleep

Daniel Edelson, New York | 12.15.24

סרטון של שיגור הכטב"מים לאילת על ידי ההתנגדות האסלאמית בעיראק

Iranian-backed militias in Iraq launch daily drone attacks on Israel

Although Iraq is aware that militia activity from its territory poses a threat, fearing an Israeli retaliatory strike, pro-Iranian militia Islamic Resistance in Iraq continues to launch drone attacks and, reportedly, joint operations with Yemen's Houthis

Lior Ben Ari | 11.14.24

Spy satellite images lead archeologists to the site of historic battle in Iraq

Declassified U.S. spy satellite imagery from the 1970s has guided British-Iraqi archaeologists to the Battle of al-Qadisiyyah site, pivotal in Islam's expansion; Excavations will begin next year, marking a significant archaeological resurgence in conflict-ravaged Iraq

Abby Sewell, AP | 11.12.24

Members of the Islamic Resistance in Iraq

Iraq tries to avoid regional fight as militias fire at Israel

Country is working to avoid being drawn into the growing regional conflict as Iran-backed terror groups launch attacks on Israel from Iraqi soil

Reuters | 11.01.24

Tunnel rescue attempt, remote training and the 'Jewish Schindler': Behind the op to rescue a Yazidi woman

Nearly 10 years after 11-year-old Fawzia Amin Sido was kidnapped and taken to Gaza, she managed to send a message to her family through TikTok; They contacted Steve Maman, a Canadian-Moroccan Jew who had previously helped rescue more than 100 other Yazidi girls

Lior Ben Ari | 10.09.24

Israel must go crazy and strike Iran

Opinion: The free world is held captive by an industry of lies where the axis of evil is deemed righteous, while Israel is portrayed as the problem; We are approaching the moment of decision because only striking Iran will end the current war

Ben-Dror Yemini | 10.08.24

Israel eyes retaliation on Iran: ‘They will pay with interest’; Iraq also in crosshairs

Sources say Israel planning strong response against Tehran soon, placing Islamic Republic under 'immense pressure'; US official says 'Israel can rest assured it has our backing'; Israel may also target Iraq militias after deadly drone strike

Itamar Eichner | 10.05.24

Two soldiers killed in Iraqi drone strike on northern Golan

Sergeant Daniel Aviv Haim Sofer, 19, and Corporal Tal Dror, 19, killed and 24 additional soldiers wounded; pro-Iranian Islamic Resistance in Iraq claimes responsibility for attack

Yoav Zitun, Lior Ben Ari | 10.04.24

Rescued Yazidi captive says life in Gaza unbearable

Fawzia Amin kidnapped as a child by ISIS and trafficked to Gaza tells reporters of her horrific journey; had contacted Israeli reporter asking for help

ynet | 10.04.24

Yazidi woman kidnapped by ISIS in Iraq rescued from Gaza by Israel

Foreign Ministry says Fawzia Amin Sido was taken captive at 11 and sold to terror group supporter in Gaza, where she was held for 10 years before being reunited with her family

Lior Ben Ari, Yoav Zitun | 10.03.24

New footage shows Rosh Hashana shofar blowing in Saddam Hussein's Iraq

Recently released video shows rare celebration of Jewish holiday in 1998, while dictator Saddam Hussein still held power over Iraq

Itamar Eichner | 10.02.24

'Once buildings in Beirut start collapsing, it'll be clear we're using our strength'

As IDF operation against Hezbollah continues military is adamant to cut off Lebanon from smuggling routes used to deliver weapons to terror group from across the Middle East

Yoav Zitun | 09.27.24

Iran, Hezbollah enabled Houthis' rise, says UN report

The rebel group is transformed into an army with weapons training and assistance provided by other members of Iran's axis despite a de facto UN embargo on arms since 2015

Reuters | 09.26.24

The New challenge for Israel: Meet Iraq's militia commanders and their Hezbollah connection

Analysis: Militias in Iraq and Syria have increased their attacks on Israel in recent days as part of Iran's ring of fire surrounding Israel; Alliance of Shiite groups with Hezbollah could drag the US into the conflict

Lior Ben Ari | 09.26.24

Attack on Eilat: UAV explodes in port, second drone intercepted; Watch the videos

Two people were slightly injured in the attack; Islamic Resistance in Iraq claims responsibility; Cable cars at Mount Hermon site hit by Hezbollah rockets 'There will be a need for massive and rapid rehabilitation'

Dan Raban | 09.25.24

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