Benjamin Netanyahu
Prime Minister of Israel (born 1949), (1996–1999; 2009–2021; 2022–present)
- 3h ago
Netanyahu Orders IDF to Strike Hezbollah Targets in Beirut Southern Suburbs
Prime Minister Benjamin Netanyahu ordered the Israel Defense Forces to attack the Dahiyeh district in southern Beirut, citing repeated ceasefire violations by Hezbollah and ongoing drone attacks against Israeli cities.
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US Strikes Iranian Radar Sites After Drone Shootdown, Iran Targets US Base and Kuwait Intercepts Missiles Amid Stalled Ceasefire Talks
The US struck Iranian radar and drone sites over the weekend after Iran shot down an American drone, prompting Tehran to retaliate by targeting a US airbase, while Kuwait intercepted incoming missiles and drones.
- 18h ago
Israel captures Crusader castle Beaufort in deepest Lebanon push in 26 years, expert calls it a 'turning point'
Israeli troops have captured the strategically vital Crusader-era Beaufort castle in southern Lebanon, marking their deepest advance into the country in over a quarter-century and drawing sharp international condemnation as a US-brokered ceasefire unravels.
- 20h ago
Israel Seizes Crusader Castle Beaufort in Deepest Lebanon Incursion Since 2000, Complicating Iran Truce Talks
Israeli forces seized the 900-year-old Beaufort Castle in southern Lebanon on Sunday, marking their deepest incursion into the country in over a quarter-century and threatening to unravel a fragile U.S.-brokered ceasefire.
- 23h ago
Israel seizes Crusader-era Beaufort Castle in southern Lebanon, raising flag as France demands emergency UN Security Council session
Israeli forces have captured the medieval Beaufort Castle in southern Lebanon, crossing the Litani River and raising their flag over the strategic Crusader fortress, prompting France to demand an emergency UN Security Council meeting.
- yesterday
Israeli forces seize Crusader-era Beaufort Castle in deepest Lebanon push since 2000, triggering UN Security Council emergency session
Israeli troops captured the 900-year-old Beaufort Castle in southern Lebanon on Sunday, marking their deepest incursion into the country since withdrawing in 2000 and prompting France to call an emergency UN Security Council meeting.
- yesterday
Israel seizes 900-year-old Beaufort Castle in deepest Lebanon incursion in 26 years, defying ceasefire
Israeli troops have captured the 900-year-old Beaufort Castle and its strategic ridge in southern Lebanon, marking their deepest advance into the country in more than a quarter century and expanding operations against Hezbollah despite a nominal ceasefire.
- yesterday
Israel Expands Lebanon Ground Offensive, Captures Beaufort Castle Despite Ceasefire
Israeli forces crossed the Litani River and seized the historic Beaufort Castle in southern Lebanon, expanding a ground offensive that both Israel and Hezbollah say is a response to violations of the fragile April 17 ceasefire.
- yesterday
Lebanon PM accuses Israel of 'scorched-earth policy' as truce collapses and strikes intensify in the south
Prime Minister Nawaf Salam warned of a 'dangerous and unprecedented' Israeli escalation, accusing Israel of destroying towns and forcing mass displacement, even as US-brokered talks continue.
- 2d ago
Trump Withholds Decision on Iran Deal as Hormuz and Nuclear Issues Remain Unresolved
President Trump concluded a two-hour Situation Room meeting without approving a preliminary agreement with Iran, leaving the fate of a 60-day ceasefire extension and the reopening of the Strait of Hormuz hanging in the balance.
- 3d ago
US-Iran Ceasefire Extension and Hormuz Reopening Framework Negotiated, but Trump Holds Back Approval as Iran Denies Final Deal
A US-Iran framework to extend the ceasefire and reopen the Strait of Hormuz emerged from negotiations, but President Trump has not yet approved it while Tehran denies any final pact, as fresh attacks strain the fragile truce.
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Netanyahu orders Israeli forces to seize 70% of Gaza, defying October ceasefire and Trump peace plan
Prime Minister Benjamin Netanyahu has directed Israel's military to take control of 70% of the Gaza Strip, a direct violation of the U.S.-brokered October ceasefire that limited Israeli presence to roughly 53% of the territory.
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UN blacklists Israel and Russia for conflict-related sexual violence; Israel severs ties with Secretary-General
A new United Nations report accuses Israeli security forces and Russian troops of systematic sexual violence, prompting Israel to announce it is severing all contact with Secretary-General António Guterres.
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Trump Holds the Key as US and Iran Edge Toward 60-Day Ceasefire Memorandum, but Final Approval Remains Elusive
A preliminary memorandum of understanding between US and Iranian negotiators promises a 60-day truce and the reopening of the Strait of Hormuz, but the entire framework hinges on final approval from President Donald Trump and Iran's supreme leader, both of whom have yet to sign.
- 5d ago
Israel Declares Southern Lebanon a 'Combat Zone' as Evacuation Orders Spark Panic and Fighting Escalates
The Israeli military has declared large parts of southern Lebanon a 'combat zone' and ordered residents to flee north of the Sahrani River, triggering panic and massive traffic jams as fighting with Hezbollah intensifies despite an official ceasefire.
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Hungary's Parliament votes to remain in the ICC, reversing Orbán's withdrawal ahead of June deadline
Hungarian lawmakers voted overwhelmingly on Wednesday to cancel the country's departure from the International Criminal Court, undoing a decision by Viktor Orbán's previous government just days before the exit was set to take effect.
- 5d ago
Israel escalates Lebanon offensive with 120+ airstrikes and expanded ground operations, killing at least 31
Israel launched one of its heaviest days of bombing in weeks on Tuesday, striking Lebanon with more than 120 airstrikes as Prime Minister Benjamin Netanyahu announced ground forces were pushing deeper into the country beyond a self-declared security zone.
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Israel kills Hamas's newly appointed military chief in Gaza airstrike, 11 days after eliminating his predecessor
Mohammed Odeh, the recently appointed head of Hamas's armed wing, was killed in an Israeli airstrike on Gaza City, marking the fourth commander of the group's military branch to be eliminated since the October 7 attacks.
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Alexis Tsipras Returns to Greek Politics, Launches New Left-Wing Party ELAS to Challenge Mitsotakis
Former Greek Prime Minister Alexis Tsipras ended a three-year political hiatus on Tuesday, launching a new left-wing party, the Greek Left Alliance (ELAS), at an event beneath the Acropolis in Athens, with the aim of unseating conservative Prime Minister Kyriakos Mitsotakis in the 2027 elections.
- 6d ago
Tsipras Returns to Greek Politics with New Party, Drawing Fire from Rivals
Former Greek Prime Minister Alexis Tsipras launched his new political party, the Greek Left Coalition (ELAS), at an event near the Acropolis, immediately drawing sharp criticism from the ruling New Democracy and the main opposition PASOK.
