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Iran’s Potential Response to the Assassination of Ismail Haniyeh

28 August 2024

Iranian Chief of Staff Mohammad Bakri has confirmed that Iran’s response to the assassination of Hamas leader Ismail Haniyeh is “certain” and will be “separate and independent” from the response of the broader resistance axis. However, there is speculation that Iran might target locations in Azerbaijan or the Kurdistan region, claiming these areas house Israeli Mossad bases, to avoid direct military confrontation with Israel and prevent a broader regional conflict.

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Who Will Replace Hezbollah Chief of Staff Fuad Shukr?

28 August 2024

At the top of Hezbollah, a succession battle is underway following the assassination of Fuad Shukr, the group’s Chief of Staff.
The leading candidate to fill this critical role is Talal Hamiya, commander of Unit 910. However, his appointment requires approval from Iran, and surprises may yet emerge.

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Israel Targets Iranian Weapons Smuggling to Judea and Samaria

24 August 2024

The Israel Defense Forces (IDF) and the Shin Bet have successfully eliminated Khalil Makdeh, a senior terrorist operative, in a joint operation in Lebanon.
Makdeh, who was deeply involved in smuggling weapons and explosives from Iran to terrorist groups in northern Samaria, was targeted as part of Israel’s ongoing efforts to curb the influence of Iranian-backed militants in the region.

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Increasing Likelihood of an Expanded Conflict Between Israel and Hezbollah

22 August 2024

Hezbollah is preparing for an expansion of the conflict on the northern border following Defense Minister Yoav Galant’s statement indicating that the focus of the war is gradually shifting from the Gaza Strip to the northern front. The return of tens of thousands of Israeli evacuees to their homes along the northern border hinges on altering the existing rules of engagement with Hezbollah and establishing a stronger deterrence.

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Is Yahya Sinwar Reviving Suicide Attacks Inside Israel?

20 August 2024

The military wing of Hamas has announced the resumption of suicide attacks within Israel. Senior security officials suggest that this announcement reflects the significant pressure on Yahya Sinwar, who is seeking to open new fronts against Israel in response to the successes of the IDF and Shin Bet in the Gaza Strip.

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The Election of Yahya Sinwar as Ismail Haniyeh’s Successor: Accelerating Israeli Efforts to Eliminate Him

7 August 2024

The Hamas movement has chosen Yahya Sinwar, who is responsible for the massacre on October 7, as the head of the Political Bureau. His election challenges Israel regarding the continuation of the war in Gaza and the release of the hostages.
Senior officials in Jerusalem assert that this move underscores Hamas’ jihadist goals to destroy the State of Israel and will expedite the security forces’ efforts to eliminate Yahya Sinwar as soon as possible.

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Iran’s Potential Response to the Assassination of Ismail Haniyeh

28 August 2024

Iranian Chief of Staff Mohammad Bakri has confirmed that Iran’s response to the assassination of Hamas leader Ismail Haniyeh is “certain” and will be “separate and independent” from the response of the broader resistance axis. However, there is speculation that Iran might target locations in Azerbaijan or the Kurdistan region, claiming these areas house Israeli Mossad bases, to avoid direct military confrontation with Israel and prevent a broader regional conflict.

Read More >>

Who Will Replace Hezbollah Chief of Staff Fuad Shukr?

28 August 2024

At the top of Hezbollah, a succession battle is underway following the assassination of Fuad Shukr, the group’s Chief of Staff.
The leading candidate to fill this critical role is Talal Hamiya, commander of Unit 910. However, his appointment requires approval from Iran, and surprises may yet emerge.

Read More >>

Israel Targets Iranian Weapons Smuggling to Judea and Samaria

24 August 2024

The Israel Defense Forces (IDF) and the Shin Bet have successfully eliminated Khalil Makdeh, a senior terrorist operative, in a joint operation in Lebanon.
Makdeh, who was deeply involved in smuggling weapons and explosives from Iran to terrorist groups in northern Samaria, was targeted as part of Israel’s ongoing efforts to curb the influence of Iranian-backed militants in the region.

Read More >>

Increasing Likelihood of an Expanded Conflict Between Israel and Hezbollah

22 August 2024

Hezbollah is preparing for an expansion of the conflict on the northern border following Defense Minister Yoav Galant’s statement indicating that the focus of the war is gradually shifting from the Gaza Strip to the northern front. The return of tens of thousands of Israeli evacuees to their homes along the northern border hinges on altering the existing rules of engagement with Hezbollah and establishing a stronger deterrence.

Read More >>

Is Yahya Sinwar Reviving Suicide Attacks Inside Israel?

20 August 2024

The military wing of Hamas has announced the resumption of suicide attacks within Israel. Senior security officials suggest that this announcement reflects the significant pressure on Yahya Sinwar, who is seeking to open new fronts against Israel in response to the successes of the IDF and Shin Bet in the Gaza Strip.

Read More >>

The Election of Yahya Sinwar as Ismail Haniyeh’s Successor: Accelerating Israeli Efforts to Eliminate Him

7 August 2024

The Hamas movement has chosen Yahya Sinwar, who is responsible for the massacre on October 7, as the head of the Political Bureau. His election challenges Israel regarding the continuation of the war in Gaza and the release of the hostages.
Senior officials in Jerusalem assert that this move underscores Hamas’ jihadist goals to destroy the State of Israel and will expedite the security forces’ efforts to eliminate Yahya Sinwar as soon as possible.

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