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The Assassination of Ibrahim Akil: An Israeli Intelligence Victory over Hezbollah

23 September 2024

The assassination of Ibrahim Akil, head of Hezbollah’s operations department and commander of the “Radwan” force, represents a significant intelligence and operational achievement in the ongoing battle of wits between Israel and Hezbollah.
A senior Israeli official noted that Israel has the capability to assassinate Hassan Nasrallah, Hezbollah’s Secretary General, though this remains a decision for the political leadership.

The Significance of the Muslim Brotherhood’s Victory in Jordan’s Parliamentary Elections

13 September 2024

The Muslim Brotherhood achieved a significant milestone in the recent parliamentary elections in Jordan.
This development has caused concern for King Abdullah, as the movement’s success is seen as a potential threat to his reign. While the king has managed to maintain control for now, there is speculation that he may act to limit the movement’s activities if the perceived danger to his rule grows.

Yahya Sinwar Hardens Hamas’ Stance Since Election as Political Bureau Chief

11 September 2024

Since Yahya Sinwar’s election as the head of Hamas’ political bureau a month ago, he has made a series of decisions that have escalated the conflict with Israel. The political leadership in Israel must now rethink its strategy toward Hamas to counter Sinwar’s recent actions and disrupt his agenda.

President Erdogan Seeks to Establish Sunni Axis Against Israel

9 September 2024

Turkish President Recep Tayyip Erdogan has intensified his rhetoric against Israel, urging Muslim countries to form an alliance against it. This escalation has raised concerns among political officials in Jerusalem, with Israel even calling for Turkey’s expulsion from NATO.

The Renewal of Suicide Attacks in Israel: A Strategy to Deter in the War Against Hamas and Islamic Jihad

30 August 2024

Hamas has decided to renew suicide attacks within Israel’s territory, with the approval of Yahya Sinwar, following deliberations at the top levels of the movement. Hamas and Islamic Jihad are attempting to create a “balance of terror” to deter Israel, in light of its successes in the ongoing conflict in the Gaza Strip and Judea and Samaria.

Hezbollah’s Equation: Tel Aviv in Exchange for the Al-Dahiyah District in Beirut

27 August 2024

Hezbollah continues to propagate its narrative through media channels, claiming that it successfully struck the headquarters of Unit 8200 and the Israeli Mossad in the Tel Aviv area.Hezbollah asserts that it has established a new deterrence equation: an Israeli attack on the al-Dahiyah neighborhood in Beirut will be met with a retaliatory strike on Tel Aviv.

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.

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.

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.

Yahya Sinwar’s New Position Highlights Hamas’s Unification Around Jihad and the October 7 Massacre

8 August 2024

The election of Yahya Sinwar to his new position symbolizes Hamas’s total support for jihad against Israel and the October 7 massacre. Hamas officials claim that Yahya Sinwar will soon give a speech to mark his acceptance as head of the political bureau of Hamas.

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The Assassination of Ibrahim Akil: An Israeli Intelligence Victory over Hezbollah

The Significance of the Muslim Brotherhood’s Victory in Jordan’s Parliamentary Elections

Yahya Sinwar Hardens Hamas’ Stance Since Election as Political Bureau Chief

President Erdogan Seeks to Establish Sunni Axis Against Israel

The Renewal of Suicide Attacks in Israel: A Strategy to Deter in the War Against Hamas and Islamic Jihad

Hezbollah’s Equation: Tel Aviv in Exchange for the Al-Dahiyah District in Beirut

Israel Targets Iranian Weapons Smuggling to Judea and Samaria

Increasing Likelihood of an Expanded Conflict Between Israel and Hezbollah

Is Yahya Sinwar Reviving Suicide Attacks Inside Israel?

Yahya Sinwar’s New Position Highlights Hamas’s Unification Around Jihad and the October 7 Massacre

The Assassination of Ibrahim Akil: An Israeli Intelligence Victory over Hezbollah

The Significance of the Muslim Brotherhood’s Victory in Jordan’s Parliamentary Elections

Yahya Sinwar Hardens Hamas’ Stance Since Election as Political Bureau Chief

President Erdogan Seeks to Establish Sunni Axis Against Israel

The Renewal of Suicide Attacks in Israel: A Strategy to Deter in the War Against Hamas and Islamic Jihad

Hezbollah’s Equation: Tel Aviv in Exchange for the Al-Dahiyah District in Beirut

Israel Targets Iranian Weapons Smuggling to Judea and Samaria

Increasing Likelihood of an Expanded Conflict Between Israel and Hezbollah

Is Yahya Sinwar Reviving Suicide Attacks Inside Israel?

Yahya Sinwar’s New Position Highlights Hamas’s Unification Around Jihad and the October 7 Massacre

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