#Israel

Mesut Ozil Criticizes FIFA for Double Standards Regarding Russia and Israel

Sports 10/23/2026, 16:04

Former Real Madrid and Arsenal star Mesut Ozil criticized FIFA for double standards over banning Russian teams while allowing Israeli squads to compete.

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Israel Prepared Massive Operation Against Iran, but Trump Blocked Strikes Ahead of Elections

Politics 10/21/2026, 09:10

The Israeli military prepared a massive bombardment of Iran in early October, but Trump blocked the strikes until the November 3 midterm congressional elections. The White House confirmed this.

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Israel Threatens to Impose the "Gaza Model" on Lebanon: Katz Refuses to Withdraw Troops from the Country's South

Politics 10/20/2026, 03:34

Israeli Defense Minister Israel Katz stated that the army will not withdraw troops from southern Lebanon and threatened to apply the "Gaza model." US-mediated talks are set to start in Tampa on October 20.

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Netanyahu: Israel ready to strike Iran without US, ultimate goal is regime change

Politics 10/20/2026, 03:31

On October 18, Benjamin Netanyahu stated that Israel is ready to launch new strikes on Iran without US participation, naming the overthrow of the Iranian government as the goal. The statement came amid indirect negotiations and rising energy prices.

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Yandex Data Center Strikes Sharply Cut Anti-Israel Bot Activity, Netanyahu Says

Technology 10/18/2026, 20:09

Israeli Prime Minister Benjamin Netanyahu stated that Ukrainian drone strikes on Yandex data centers in Russia reduced anti-Israel bot activity by 60%.

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Italy Expands Investigation into Activist Torture: Israeli Defense Minister Israel Katz Among Targets

Politics 10/18/2026, 11:18

On October 16, the Rome prosecutor's office expanded its investigation into torture and sexual violence against Gaza aid convoy activists: Israeli Defense Minister Israel Katz and 12 other officials are on the suspect list. Israel denies the allegations.

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"I cannot die like this": Flydubai captain speaks out for the first time on mid-air axe attack

Incidents 10/18/2026, 10:58

Flydubai Captain Smith Machhar, in his first interview since the incident, described the axe attack by a co-pilot on a Dubai-Tel Aviv flight and how passengers helped neutralize the suspect.

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US and China simultaneously urge Israel to rethink West Bank policy following attacks on journalists and diplomats

Politics 10/18/2026, 10:53

On October 17, U.S. Secretary of State Marco Rubio and Chinese Foreign Minister Wang Yi urged Israel to strengthen measures against settler attacks and halt the creation of new West Bank settlements. Israel labeled the attackers "rioters" and emphasized the need for diplomats to coordinate with the military.

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At CICA Summit in Baku, Turkish and 10+ Country Delegations Walk Out During Israeli President's Speech

Politics 10/17/2026, 09:07

At the 7th CICA summit in Baku on October 15, the Turkish delegation led by Hakan Fidan and representatives of over 10 countries left the hall during the speech of Israeli President Isaac Herzog.

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Explosion and Fire at Intel's Under-Construction Fab in Kiryat Gat: Casualties and NF₃ Toxic Gas Theory

Technology 10/17/2026, 02:27

An explosion and fire occurred at Intel's Fab 38 under construction in Kiryat Gat, Israel, causing casualties. Theories include an NF₃ toxic gas cylinder malfunction; the impact on construction timelines remains undetermined.

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Former Shin Bet Chief Ronen Bar Files 3 Million Shekel Defamation Lawsuit Against Netanyahu

Politics 10/17/2026, 00:14

Former Shin Bet chief Ronen Bar has filed a 3 million shekel defamation lawsuit against Prime Minister Netanyahu, claiming he warned him over 20 times about risks prior to the October 7, 2023 Hamas attack.

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Israel Purchases 12 AH-64E Apache Helicopters: From Reduction Plans to Attack Fleet Expansion

Politics 10/16/2026, 23:28

On October 14, the Israeli Ministry of Defense announced the purchase of 12 AH-64E Apache helicopters from Boeing. The ~$1 billion deal marks a reversal from previous plans to reduce the attack helicopter fleet.

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Israeli Prime Minister Benjamin Netanyahu Says the Iranian Regime Must Be Overthrown

Politics 10/15/2026, 13:09

Israeli Prime Minister Benjamin Netanyahu stated that overthrowing the Iranian regime remains a necessity but is unlikely before the October 27 elections.

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Saudi Crown Prince Rejects Joint Military Strikes with Israel Against Houthis

Politics 10/15/2026, 09:16

Saudi Crown Prince Mohammed bin Salman has rejected Israel's proposal, mediated by the US, for joint military strikes against the Houthis in Yemen.

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US Ready for Major Escalation in the Middle East: Pentagon Receives Iran Directive

Politics 10/08/2026, 11:15

Pentagon Chief Pete Hegseth has ordered US Central Command to complete preparations for large-scale military operations against Iran amid rising regional tensions.

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flydubai Copilot's Plans: New Details of Terrorist Plot and Ben Gurion Airport Attack

Incidents 10/05/2026, 12:23

The flydubai copilot confessed during interrogation that he planned to crash the hijacked plane into the Ben Gurion Airport terminal in Israel.

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How Could Sharp Weapons Get Into the Flydubai Cockpit?

Incidents 10/03/2026, 15:52

The co-pilot attack on a Flydubai flight on September 30, 2026, raised safety concerns: the attacker may have smuggled a weapon or used a standard cockpit axe.

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Flydubai Co-Pilot Previously Banned from Flying in Oman Over Jihadist Terrorism Suspicions

Incidents 10/03/2026, 14:43

Israel will request the extradition of the Flydubai co-pilot who attacked the captain with a knife on a Tel Aviv flight, previously suspected of extremism.

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