Defense Minister Yoav Gallant told US envoy Amos Hochstein that a military operation is necessary to ensure the return of residents to northern Israel, citing the failure of diplomatic efforts with Hezbollah and the stalled ceasefire talks with Hamas.
Gallant stressed the importance of US support for Israel's self-defense and presented IDF operational options. His comments were more urgent than those made to US Secretary of Defense Lloyd Austin and came amid speculation about his potential replacement.
Go to the full article >>The current period represents the highest risk of a full-scale war between Israel and Hezbollah since October 7. Despite past hesitations due to concerns about civilian casualties and ongoing diplomatic efforts with Hamas, recent developments—such as significant IDF victories and the increased confidence of Prime Minister Netanyahu—have escalated tensions.
Netanyahu's new confidence in the IDF's capabilities and the approaching winter may drive Israel towards a major military operation against Hezbollah, with potential impacts on both regional stability and international relations.
Go to the full article >>Prime Minister Netanyahu's intention to replace Defense Minister Yoav Gallant with Gideon Sa'ar has provoked significant backlash.
US officials and protesters argue that replacing Gallant during wartime for political reasons is reckless. Protests have erupted, with demonstrators urging Sa'ar to reject the position, and public figures, including Sarah Netanyahu, opposing the move.
Go to the full article >>The US is working with Egypt and Qatar to present a revised ceasefire proposal for Gaza.
State Department spokesperson Matthew Miller stated there is no set timetable for the proposal but emphasized the goal of achieving a comprehensive agreement between Israel and Hamas.
Go to the full article >>On Monday, Israeli jets attacked Hezbollah facilities in southern Lebanon and carried out artillery fire in the Nakura region.
Sirens in Metula and Ramot Naftali indicated projectiles crossing from Lebanon, with minimal damage and no casualties reported.
Go to the full article >>Prime Minister Netanyahu emphasized Israel's need for military action to address Hezbollah's threats and ensure the return of northern residents.
Despite ongoing diplomatic efforts led by US envoy Amos Hochstein and a push from Defense Minister Yoav Gallant for a broader conflict with Hezbollah, the Biden administration favors a diplomatic resolution. The lack of a Gaza ceasefire complicates the situation, and internal Israeli debates and potential political changes add to the uncertainty.
Go to the full article >>Hamas chief Yahya Sinwar congratulated the Yemeni Houthis for their missile strike on central Israel, which Prime Minister Benjamin Netanyahu vowed to retaliate against.
The missile was intercepted, causing no direct casualties but injuring nine people.
Go to the full article >>Polio vaccination coverage in Gaza has reached 90%, the head of the United Nations Palestinian refugee agency said on Monday, adding that the next step was to ensure hundreds of thousands of children got a second dose at the end of the month.
The campaign to vaccinate some 640,000 children in Gaza under 10 years of age against polio, which began on Sept. 1, presented major challenges to UNRWA and its partners due to the ongoing conflict between Israel and Hamas.
It followed confirmation by the World Health Organization (WHO) last month that a baby had been partially paralyzed by the type 2 polio virus, the first such case in the Palestinian territory in 25 years.
More than 446,000 Palestinian children in central and south Gaza were vaccinated earlier this month before a campaign to vaccinate a final 200,000 children in north Gaza began on September 10 despite access restrictions, evacuation orders and shortages of fuel.
The first round of the polio vaccination campaign in Gaza ended successfully, UNRWA's chief Philippe Lazzarini said, adding that 90% of the enclave's children had received a first dose.
"Parties to the conflict have largely respected the different required "humanitarian pauses" showing that when there is a political will, assistance can be provided without disruption. Our next challenge is to provide children with their second dose at the end of September," he wrote on X.
Go to the full article >>The Houthi missile attack on Israel on September 15 was an important move for the Iranian regime.
Go to the full article >>The IDF and the Defense Ministry completed the reequipment of 97 emergency standby squads in the North, the ministry said.
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