Why is Israel bombing Syrian airports?
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Israel has bombed Syrian airports and military positions numerous times over the course of the 11-year war in Syria.Read full article 
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Israeli attack damages Syria airport second time in one week, reports say: The strike comes as tensions across the wider Mideast remain high as negotiations over ...
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Israeli attack damages Syria airport second time in one week, reports say: The strike comes as tensions across the wider Mideast remain high as negotiations over ...
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The night Iran’s missile spectacle rattled Israel: Tehran’s ‘Operation True Promise’ demonstrated aerial might that was visible to all, but fatal to none
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Quick Glance: The Night Iran's Missile Show Rattled Israel
- In Tehran, 'Operation True Promise' launched an unprecedented aerial assault on Israel.
- The direct clash between powerful militaries showcased Israel's defense and Iran's display of power.
- Despite minor damages and injuries, the question remains whether this attack signifies further escalation or the start of a war.
- The missile and drone strikes resulted in minimal damage, with Israel and allies successfully intercepting most projectiles.
Biden urges Congress to act on Israel aid, says Iran aims ‘to destroy Israel forever’
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Quick Glance: Biden's Backing of House Aid Package for Israel and Ukraine
- President Joe Biden endorses an aid package for Ukraine, Israel, and Taiwan.
- Crucial bipartisan support emerges for the approval of $95 billion in funding for U.S. allies.
- The package includes economic assistance for Kyiv in the form of forgivable loans and enhanced monitoring of military funds.
- Democrats and progressives oppose aspects of the package, while some Republicans reject House Speaker Mike Johnson.
A storm dumps record rain across the desert nation of UAE and floods Dubai's airport
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Quick Glance: Dubai Submerged in Floods After Year's Worth of Rain
- More than 142mm of rain soaked Dubai within 24 hours.
- Heavy thunderstorms hit the UAE, pouring over a year's worth of rain on Dubai in just hours.
- Authorities dispatched tanker trucks to pump water off the streets as some homes were inundated, requiring residents to bail them out.
- Rain is uncommon in the UAE, causing flooding due to insufficient drainage systems in many areas.
Iran’s Raisi reiterates warnings as Israel mulls response to air attack: As the world calls for calm, President Raisi vows ‘slightest attack’ will be met with a ...
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Quick Glance: Israeli Push for Sanctions Against Iran Amid ‘Diplomatic Offensive’
- Israel has launched a “diplomatic offensive” against Iran, urging sanctions against the Islamic republic.
- Israeli Foreign Minister Israel Katz has called on 32 countries to impose sanctions on Tehran as Israel considers a military response to Iran’s attack.
- Israeli military sources reported intercepting 99 percent of aerial threats with assistance from the United States and allies, causing only minor damage.
- Tensions are high as Israel ponders its reaction to Saturday's attack while Germany calls for new sanctions related to Iran's drone supply to Russia for use in Ukraine.
Israel unlikely to retaliate against Iran until after Passover - report: Iranian security and political officials are said to be on high alert ...
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Israel says will make its 'own decisions', hints at inevitable response to Iran attacks
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Live: Israel arrests 5,000 from Gaza, says local authority: Meanwhile, Netanyahu rejects 'claims about famine' in Gaza
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EU leaders mull new Iran sanctions after attack on Israel: BRUSSELS: European Union leaders met on Wednesday (Apr 17) to discuss stepping up sanctions against ...
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Quick Glance: US imposes new sanctions on Iran's drone program
- The United States imposed new sanctions Thursday on sixteen people and two entities associated with Iran’s drone program to punish Tehran for the weekend's attack on Israel.
- The sanctions target executives of an engine manufacturer supplying Iran’s Shahad-131 drones, companies servicing the engines, and individuals providing the drones to Iranian proxy forces in the Middle East.
- Coordinated with European allies, the new sanctions aim to disrupt Iran's missile and drone program and isolate the country globally.
- President Joe Biden emphasized the US commitment to holding Iran accountable, utilizing economic tools to counter Iran's activities, as stated by Treasury Secretary Janet Yellen.
Iranians on edge as leaders say 'Tel Aviv is our battleground': The authorities defend attacking Israel, but not all Iranians see it that way.
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Jewish NPR editor resigns after criticizing network for bias on Israel coverage: The NPR editor's colleagues argued his critique was unfair and inaccurate ...
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Quick Glance: NPR Suspends Senior Editor Following Critical Substack Analysis
- Senior business editor Uri Berliner at NPR was suspended due to critical remarks about the broadcaster.
- Berliner faced a five-day suspension after releasing an analysis claiming NPR's coverage was influenced by liberal bias.
- NPR accused Berliner of breaching company policies by publishing his work outside the organization without approval.
- Following the essay's release, NPR employees lost confidence in Berliner, and the network's new CEO came under scrutiny from conservative activists.
LIVE: View of Tel Aviv coastline after Iran launches drone attack: Reuters Live on X (Twitter)
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Israel Will Attack Rafah, but Will Still Lose the War – ANALYSIS: The invasion of Rafah is back in the news, following a short hiatus related to the Iranian ...
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A Middle East defense alliance is as vital for Israel as the air we breathe: It's time for Israel to face reality: If it weren't for our regional partners ...
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Democrats want proof that Israel isn't using US weapons to violate international law
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Iran and Israel: What an Israeli expert says about the attack: The Iranian position has changed dramatically following the attack on the embassy in Syria ...
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Iran’s attack is an ‘embarrassing failure,’ a success for Israel, says US: It was the first time that this coalition of forces had acted as a military defensive ...
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In Service of Western Supremacy – Why Germany Provides Unwavering Support to Israel
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Her son came from America to serve in Israel's army. Now he's a hostage: Tel Aviv-born Edan Alexander was abducted to Gaza from a military outpost on October 7 ...
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Israeli public split on how to respond to Iran strike: Country divided over how and when to retaliate after drone-and-missile barrage launched by Islamic regime
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A trauma surgeon on why Gaza is the worst of war zones: It is like stepping back into the 19th century, says David Nott
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Iran retaliates by launching drone strikes on Israel: Following an airstrike in Syria last week that killed two Iranian generals, Israel has been on high alert ...
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Quick Glance: Israel artist calls for Gaza ceasefire
- The representative of Israel at the international art fair is calling for an immediate ceasefire in Israel’s war on Gaza.
- Ruth Patir’s video installation called (M)otherland was scheduled to open on Saturday at Israel’s national pavilion at the international art show but will remain closed for now.
- Patir stated on her website that the artist and curators are showing solidarity with the families of the hostages and the large community in Israel calling for change, rather than canceling themselves or the exhibition.
- It is believed that there are still individuals in Gaza, including 129 captives taken during the attacks led by Hamas on Israel on October 7, with 34 of them presumed dead.
Hamas said to demand end of war at start of deal, would only free hostages in 2nd phase
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Israel’s war on Gaza live: Israeli cabinet debates response to Iran attack: Iranian officials warn Israel of a larger attack should it respond to overnight drone ...
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Quick Glance: New Measures Against Iran and Escalation in West Bank
- The United States intends to take further actions against Iran in the coming days to address the attacks on Israel over the weekend, as announced by US officials on Tuesday.
- To combat the escalation in the Israeli-occupied West Bank, Israeli and Palestinian officials reported the deaths of two Palestinians shot by Israeli settlers on Monday.
‘Evolving Situation’ – Britain’s easyJet Halts Flights to Israel until October : The British low-cost airline easyJet announced on Tuesday that flights to Israel ...
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Israel to retaliate against Iran, warns David Cameron: UK foreign secretary calls on Jewish state to do ‘as little to escalate this as possible’ amid fears of ...
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Dubai Airport runway submerged as heavy rains batter UAE: Social media platforms were flooded with images and videos showcasing the deluge and its aftermath ...
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Lufthansa suspends flights to Amman, Beirut, Erbil and Tel Aviv: German airline group Lufthansa said on Sunday it was suspending flights to Amman, Beirut ...
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Quick Glance: Lufthansa halts flights to Amman, Beirut, Erbil, and Tel Aviv
- Lufthansa announced the temporary suspension of flights to Amman, Beirut, Erbil, and Tel Aviv
- In order to avoid future turmoil in the Middle East, the airline will also steer clear of the airspace above Israel, Jordan, and Iraq
- Flights to and from Tehran had already been ceased since Friday
- These actions are a response to the recent unrest in the area
India’s Bene Israel Food Creates a Fusion of Coconut and Kosher: In the western part of India, a fast-diminishing Jewish community holds on to its coastal roots ...
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Israel Says Iran Launched Drones at Its Territory in Retaliatory Strike: Live Updates
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Stabbed Sydney bishop Mar Mari Emmanuel forgives attacker: ‘you are my son, I love you’
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Israeli army vows response to Iran strikes - Middle East and Africa - The Jakarta Post
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Palestine flag suggestion for iPhone users typing ‘Jerusalem’ sparks online controversy
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Quick Glance: Controversy Surrounding Palestine Flag When Typing 'Jerusalem'
- iPhone users discover the Palestinian flag as a suggested emoji, sparking mixed reactions.
- The debate over Jerusalem as a capital city fuels discussions about the emoji suggestions.
- While some accuse Apple of antisemitism, others praise the Palestine flag positively.
- Apple confirms that the Palestine flag as an emoji is unintentional and will be changed with the next update.
US: Blinken failing to act on staff recommendations to sanction Israeli military units, says report
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Live updates: U.S. shoots down some Iranian drones headed toward Israel, officials say
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Iran signals ‘calibrated’ retaliation to Israeli strike: Tehran indicates response will be designed to avoid escalating conflict amid flurry of diplomatic calls
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Biden says he expects Iran will attack Israel ‘sooner than later’: President Joe Biden told reporters at the White House Friday that he expects Iran will attack ...
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Jordan, Lebanon, Iraq reopen airspace closed over Iran’s attacks on Israel: Arab nations had closed airspaces after Iran’s drone and missile attacks on Israel ...
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Iran launches missile and drone attack against Israel: Israel has said that a salvo of Iranian pilotless aircraft had been launched at it and that defence ...
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Biden said 'don't,' but Iran attacked anyway. How should Israel respond now?: A tepid response to Iran's large-scale assault against Israel would reinforce the ...
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Israel says it’s closing its airspace as it braces for ‘major attack’ from Iran: JERUSALEM — The White House says it will provide unspecified support for ...
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Families of hostages call to oust Netanyahu, end Gaza war in exchange for hostage deal
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Govt in touch with Iran to secure release of 17 Indians onboard seized ship: Seventeen Indians are on board an Israeli-linked container ship that has been seized ...
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‘How Do You Sleep at Night?’ – Smotrich Booed Off Stage at Right-Wing Conference: Israeli Finance Minister Bezalel Smotrich was forced to leave a conference in ...
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World's Best Airports 2024: Singapore Changi Loses Crown to Qatar's Doha Hamad
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4 Civilians Killed As Ukraine's Foreign Minister Pleads For Patriot Systems: Ukrainian Foreign Minister Dmytro Kuleba on April 15 again called for Kyiv's ...
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Watch: F-35I Adir fighter jets return to Israeli airbase after Iran missile attack
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‘This is Germany’ – Berlin Police Shut Down Palestine Conference (VIDEO): German police shut down a Palestine conference in Berlin soon after it began ...
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Israel vows to press on in Gaza after Iran attack: Army will not be distracted from the war after Iran's unprecedented attack heightened fears of a wider ...
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Hezbollah-Israel border fire exchange leaves 18 injured: As tensions escalated along the Lebanese-Israeli border on Wednesday, Hezbollah and Israel engaged in ...
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US refuses to join Israel in potential strike against Iran: Deputy US Ambassador to the UN Robert Wood called on the council to unequivocally condemn Iran's ...
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Iran's military officials warn Israel and US against retaliation - News | Khaleej Times
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What is Israel's Iron Dome? The air defence system intercepting missiles: Israel's highly effective defence system is designed to intercept incoming rockets - ...
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Fears ramp up over Iranian attack on Israel: Americans told to avoid travel within Israel, U.S. troops and warships moved to positions in the Middle East ...
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Iran-Israel Shadow War Erupts Into the Open With Missile and Drone Attack: Welcome to a special edition Balance of Power, bringing you the latest on Iran’s ...
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Israel expected to be attacked by Iran within next 48 hours - WSJ: An individual who was briefed by Iranian regime leadership stated "no final decision has ...
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China FM says Iran can ‘handle the situation,’ spare Middle East more tension: China said it believed Iran could “handle the situation well and spare the region ...
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Biden Rushes Back to White House as Iran Launches Drones at Israel: The attack comes after repeated warnings from Tehran, vowing to avenge the assassination of a ...
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Iran's attack on Israel 'will be met with a response', military chief confirms: Iran launched more than 300 missiles and drones in an assault that set off air ...
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Iran says Israel ‘in complete panic’ over Syria attack response: An advisor to Iran’s supreme leader said Saturday that Israel is panicking over a possible ...
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Iran-Israel tensions: Why Saudi Arabia and the UAE are walking a tightrope: Iran fired hundreds of drones and missiles at Israel over the weekend in retaliation ...
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IDF confirms killing Hamas' Haniyeh's three sons, alleges they were on way to terror act
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Quick Glance: US Warns of Possible Iranian Attacks on Israel
- The United States believes Iran could attack Israel in the coming days, potentially escalating a war in the region.
- Threats of an Iranian attack on Israeli assets have been shared with U.S. lawmakers.
- The attacks are expected to be in retaliation for Israel's airstrike in Syria last week, which killed a top Iranian Revolutionary Guard Corps commander.
- The U.S. is concerned about the potential destabilization of the region due to a possible Iranian attack.
US, Israel talks on Rafah to resume as early as next week, US national security officials say
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US troops head to region as fears grow of Gaza war's spread: GAZA STRIP: Troop reinforcements from Israel's ally the United States headed to the region on ...
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'Let our people go': Thousands of Israelis rally for hostage release in Tel Aviv: 'Just as on Passover, we're supposed to imagine ourselves coming out of ...
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Weizmann Institute to open medical school amid doctor shortage: For years, the Health Ministry has been trying to increase the number of students studying ...
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Iran readies '100+ cruise missiles' for possible retaliation against Israel
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Biden says he expects Iran will attack Israel ‘sooner than later’: President Joe Biden told reporters at the White House Friday that he expects Iran will attack ...
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‘No freedom and no hope’: Separate protests Saturday to call for hostage deal, elections
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Iran’s failed attack on Israel a mere face-saving exercise: On April 1, Israel reportedly struck the Iranian consulate in Damascus, causing the death of Brig ...
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Israel Says It’s Under Attack by Iranian Drones as Risk Surges: Iran launched attack drones and missiles against Israel in apparent retaliation for a strike in ...
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Dubai airport struggles to resume flights after heavy rains leave runways underwater
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Israel orders eviction of Palestinian family from east Jerusalem property, reigniting a legal battle
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Israel Versus Iran — What an Open War Between Them Could Look Like: The US and its European allies fear that an April 1 attack in Syria that killed several ...
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UN Secretary General urges de-escalation in Middle East: UN Secretary General urges de-escalation in Middle East following this weekend's strike on Israel.
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Live updates: U.S. shoots down some Iranian drones headed toward Israel, officials say
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