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Lion as national symbol: How a Jewish myth became a cornerstone of Zionist identity

The myth of Bar Kokhba’s battle with a lion —born from 19th-century fiction—became a cornerstone of Zionist identity, illustrating how literature shaped national heroes and symbols to inspire pride and resilience

Haim Weiss | 07.13.25

Iran says 5 inmates at Evin prison were killed in Israel's airstrike on Tehran; some managed to escape

The notorious Evin prison in Tehran was attacked in Operation Rising Lion to encourage the escape of political prisoners held there; Iran said today that some prisoners escaped under cover of the attack, but claimed they were captured again

AP | 07.12.25

Mass arrests and executions: Kurds in Iran bear the brunt of war with Israel

As Iranian forces crack down on Kurdish regions in the wake of the war with Israel, locals face arrests, executions and rising repression, with activists and analysts warning of deepening isolation and a broader struggle for democratic change

Lior Ben Ari | 07.12.25

After 12 days of war, Iran finds itself more isolated than ever

'The government, aware how easily it was infiltrated, responded with repression': Tehran reels from new sanctions, diplomatic pressure and internal unrest following war with Israel

Giorgia Valente/The Media Line | 07.12.25

With Iran war behind them, Israelis flock abroad despite soaring travel costs

Israelis are booking overseas vacations at record pace; Greece, Cyprus and Thailand top the list, though rising prices and limited airline capacity pose ongoing challenges

Iris Lifshitz-Klieger | 07.10.25

Report: Iran hit some Israeli military sites during war

IDF official confirms Iranian missiles hit 'very few' military sites, though damage was limited and bases remain operational

Reuters | 07.08.25

איב קרלין. "עמדתי בחדר המדרגות ולמרבה המזל זה עבר בשלום"

'I wasn't afraid': An American woman's journey from Boston to Tel Aviv amid Iran war

Eve Karlin’s shares story of her aliyah, driven by her lifelong Jewish identity, October 7 activism and resilience amid wartime challenges and Tel Aviv’s community bonds

Yael Garty | 07.07.25

Inside 'Plan Tornado': How Israel decapitated Iran's military in minutes

Defense Minister Katz said the initial phase of Operation Rising Lion, planned since late 2023, included two key actions: Operation Red Wedding, targeting security personnel, and Operation Narnia, aimed at nuclear scientists and experts

Gal Ganot, Elisha Ben Kimon | 07.07.25

מצעד צבאי באיראן לציון יום הצבא הלאומי, בהשתתפות הנשיא פזשכיאן

Iranian president says Israel tried 'to assassinate' him during war: 'God decides who lives and who dies'

Speaking with Tucker Carlson, Pezeshkian accused Israel of 'genocide' in Gaza, adding that Tehran is open to resuming talks over its nuclear program

Lior Ben Ari | 07.07.25

Israeli Air Force raced to ready aging jets for the most dangerous attack in its history

With a worn fleet, global backlash and little time, Israel launched a massive air operation against Iran; Backed by secret diplomacy, 3D printing, and CENTCOM support, IDF pulled off a high-risk strike with no manned aircraft lost, accomplished against all odds.

Yoav Zitun | 07.07.25

IDF had shadow command prepared to step in during Iran war

For the first time, the military prepares for scenarios including the killing of its entire military command after launching an attack on Iran and assassinating senior members of its military

Yossi Yehoshua | 07.07.25

‘Like an apocalypse’: Satellite images reveal destruction at infamous Tehran prison

Report says Israeli airstrike on Tehran’s Evin Prison shortly before ceasefire killed 71, including notorious prosecutor; inmates recount harrowing experiences, hope for escape

Ynet | 07.07.25

This is the team that will go to Qatar, but sources say no deal likely announced during Netanyahu's US visit

Despite the negotiator's departure for Doha, it appears that Hamas' demands for a revision of the Qatari ceasefire outline will not allow for an agreement in the coming days; Trump may be content with an optimistic statement about rapprochement between the parties; Meeting with Netanyahu upgraded to dinner

Itamar Eichner | 07.06.25

Report: Iranian missiles hit 5 Israeli military sites during 12-Day War

Telegraph cites radar data indicating Iran struck multiple IDF facilities—including a major airbase and intel hub—during war; Israel did not confirm the hits, citing military censorship, as experts warn of Iran’s evolving missile tactics

Lior Ben Ari | 07.06.25

הופעה פומבית של חמינאי מאז המלחמה עם ישראל

Khamenei makes first public appearance since outbreak of Israel-Iran war

Iranian supreme leader reemerges at Ashura event after weeks in hiding following Israel's mass bombing campaign against Iran's nuclear and military assets

Lior Ben Ari | 07.05.25

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