Israel

Iran promises to exact revenge on Israel over the fatal strike on Syria.

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Israel and Iran

Iran has promised retaliation for what it claimed was an Israeli strike on Monday that resulted in the destruction of an Iranian consulate structure in Damascus, the capital of Syria. Israel would “regret this crime,” according Iran Supreme Leader Ayatollah Ali Khamenei, but President Ebrahim Raisi insisted that it would “not go unanswered.” Six Syrians … Read more

Israel downplays chances of a truce following Hamas’s reaction.

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Israel

The Israel prime minister, Benjamin Netanyahu, has minimized the likelihood of a ceasefire in Gaza following Hamas’ provision of mediators with a “comprehensive vision.” “Unrealistic” was how Mr. Netanyahu’s administration described the suggestions. Hamas demands that Israel completely withdraw from Gaza and that the conflict end permanently. Twenty people have died waiting for help, according … Read more