Israel Police are preparing for nationwide protests on Wednesday as ultra-Orthodox activists launch vehicle convoys to demonstrate against mandatory military enlistment. Starting at 4:00 p.m., demonstrators from 19 cities—including Jerusalem, Bnei Brak, and Haifa—plan to disrupt major transit routes. Organizers, led by Agudat Yisrael and the Jerusalem Faction, demand the release of detained draft evaders … Read more
A coalition of over 400 Lebanese public figures, including politicians and religious leaders, has launched the “A Call to Save Lebanon” initiative to demand the restoration of state sovereignty and the end of both Iranian and Israeli influence within the country. The movement advocates for the exclusive right of the Lebanese Armed Forces to bear … Read more
Israeli security officials are weighing a proposal to hand control of a Hezbollah-held tunnel compound in Tebnit, southern Lebanon, to the Lebanese Army, according to an N12 report on Sunday. The move is being discussed as a potential litmus test for the Lebanese military’s willingness to confront Hezbollah, though officials noted the army has struggled … Read more
The Israel Defense Forces (IDF) launched strikes on a Hezbollah command center in the Dahiyeh district of Beirut on Sunday, following a series of drone incursions into Israeli airspace. Prime Minister Benjamin Netanyahu and Defense Minister Israel Katz confirmed the operation, stating that Israel will not tolerate fire directed at its territory. The strikes coincide … Read more
Israel is preparing for potential diplomatic pressure to halt its ground offensive in Lebanon as a pending US-Iran agreement nears, according to reports from KAN News. While the Israel Defense Forces (IDF) continues to advance toward the Hezbollah stronghold of Nabatieh, security officials indicate that operations may be scaled back to avoid complicating ongoing international … Read more
Israel’s recent 12-hour conflict with Iran in June 2026 highlights the country’s deepening strategic dependence on the United States, according to security analysts. Following an Iranian launch of 11 ballistic missiles, Prime Minister Benjamin Netanyahu reportedly halted planned Israeli military retaliation after US President Donald Trump intervened to prioritize ongoing nuclear negotiations. Why did Israel … Read more
President Donald Trump announced Thursday that the United States has reached a “great settlement” to end the war with Iran, pending the finalization of documents. Meanwhile, regional conflict continues as Israeli forces hold positions near Nabatieh, Lebanon, and a strike in Tyre killed one person, contributing to a total death toll of 3,711 since March … Read more
The Israel Defense Forces (IDF) Golani Brigade remains prepared for potential ground operations in Beirut if ordered, according to Battalion 13 Commander “M.” The commander, who led his unit into southern Lebanon in early March 2025, confirmed that his forces recently secured the Wadi Saluki area, a move he says is intended to push back … Read more
As of Monday, June 8, 2026, the Iran–Israel military escalation has entered a period of relative calm, with both nations signaling a pause in direct hostilities. While Iran stated it has ended operations against Israel, it warned of forceful responses to future strikes in Lebanon. Simultaneously, Israel’s Home Front Command has begun lifting safety restrictions … Read more
US President Donald Trump announced on Monday that Israel and Iran are working toward an immediate ceasefire as diplomatic negotiations for peace accelerate. Following recent tit-for-tat military strikes, the President has urged both nations to cease hostilities, while maintaining a firm blockade on the Strait of Hormuz until a final deal is secured. Why is … Read more