All articles tagged with #israeli military
Originally Published 19 days ago — by Al Jazeera
British police have closed their investigation into Bob Vylan's controversial chants about the Israeli military at Glastonbury, citing insufficient evidence for prosecution, amid widespread backlash and subsequent actions including US visa revocations and legal proceedings.
Originally Published 26 days ago — by Reuters
A 16-year-old Palestinian was shot and killed by an Israeli settler in the West Bank after a funeral, amid escalating violence and increased settler attacks since October 2023. The incident follows the killing of another Palestinian teen by Israeli forces, with tensions high due to ongoing military operations and settlement disputes. The US calls for stability and opposes annexation, while Israel disputes the legality of settlements and continues military actions in the region.
Originally Published 2 months ago — by NPR
An NPR reporter visits Gaza for the first time since the war began, witnessing the destruction in Shujaiya, the division of Gaza between Israeli-controlled and Hamas-controlled areas, and the ongoing military presence and plans for future occupation, amid a fragile ceasefire and international discussions on Gaza's future.
Originally Published 2 months ago — by Ynetnews
Thousands mourn Col. Asaf Hamami, the highest-ranking IDF officer abducted to Gaza during the October 7 attack, who was laid to rest in Tel Aviv. His family and Israel's military leadership honored him as a hero, emphasizing his courage, moral strength, and dedication. Hamami's will expressed his refusal to be taken alive if captured, and his death has intensified Israel's resolve to bring home the remaining hostages. The funeral highlighted national grief and admiration for his leadership and sacrifice.
Originally Published 2 months ago — by Reuters
Israeli forces continued attacks on Gaza for the fourth consecutive day, killing three Palestinians and testing a fragile U.S.-brokered ceasefire that aims to halt hostilities and facilitate prisoner exchanges, amid ongoing violence and unresolved issues.
Originally Published 2 months ago — by Foreign Affairs
The article argues that Israel's military approach and regional ambitions are unsustainable, emphasizing that military dominance alone cannot create a stable Middle East. Despite recent cease-fire efforts following the Gaza conflict, Israel's overconfidence, aggressive actions, and neglect of regional cooperation threaten to undermine regional stability and U.S. interests, as the existing regional order remains resilient and resistant to change.
Originally Published 2 months ago — by BBC
US Vice-President JD Vance arrived in Israel to support efforts to maintain the Gaza ceasefire amid ongoing violence, diplomatic negotiations, and humanitarian challenges, with key discussions involving Israeli leadership, US envoys, and Hamas, while Israel continues military operations and international aid efforts face logistical hurdles.
Originally Published 2 months ago — by Democracy Now!
Despite a ceasefire, Israeli forces killed at least five Palestinians in Gaza, with ongoing violence and unresolved issues such as missing bodies and continued military actions, amidst a broader context of global conflicts and political unrest.
Originally Published 3 months ago — by Reuters
The Israeli military has announced that a ceasefire is in effect in Gaza, while former President Trump has missed out on the Nobel Peace Prize.
Originally Published 3 months ago — by The Press Democrat
A former Press Democrat reporter, Emily Wilder, was detained by the Israeli military while aboard a Gaza aid flotilla attempting to break Israel's naval blockade. The flotilla was carrying humanitarian supplies, and Wilder was documenting her experience. Her detention occurs amid ongoing tensions and a recent ceasefire agreement between Israel and Hamas.
Originally Published 3 months ago — by AP News
Israeli military escorted international journalists through Gaza City, revealing ongoing military operations and the extensive destruction caused by nearly two years of conflict, amid a severe humanitarian crisis and ongoing efforts to eliminate Hamas.
Originally Published 3 months ago — by CNN
The Israeli military intercepted and boarded several aid ships from the Global Sumud Flotilla heading to Gaza, asserting they were in violation of a naval blockade, while organizers vowed to continue their mission to deliver aid despite the risks and international concerns.
Originally Published 3 months ago — by Reuters
Microsoft has disabled some services used by an Israeli military unit after evidence suggested the use of its Azure software for mass surveillance of Palestinians, prompting an internal review and protests from pro-Palestinian groups and employees.
Originally Published 3 months ago — by CNN
Microsoft has terminated services for the Israeli military after an investigation revealed that Israel was using its cloud technology for mass surveillance of Palestinians, specifically through the Israel Ministry of Defense's use of Azure to store communications, prompting a review and suspension of certain services.
Originally Published 3 months ago — by Democracy Now!
The article reports on ongoing violence in Gaza with Israeli strikes causing Palestinian casualties, international efforts to protect Gaza-bound flotillas, calls for journalistic access to Gaza, and various global political developments including U.S. and European responses, climate pledges by China, and conflicts involving Ukraine and the U.S. immigration system.