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Iran Increases Weapon Smuggling into Judea and Samaria in Response to Assassination

16 April 2024

Senior security officials estimate that Iran will intensify the smuggling of weapons into northern Samaria in the near future, prompting armed terrorist groups to carry out attacks in retaliation for the assassination of Hassan Mahdavi. Iran’s intentions to flood Judea and Samaria with weapons have raised serious concerns within the Shin Bet, prompting the Prime Minister to announce plans for a new border fence with Jordan to prevent infiltrations and smuggling.

Iran’s Strategy: A Cautious Approach Amidst Confrontation with Israel

7 April 2024

Iran is adopting a cautious strategy in its ongoing confrontation with Israel. Despite enduring significant setbacks in Syria, Tehran currently appears disinclined to engage in an all-out war with Israel.Rather than pursuing immediate escalation, Iran is intensifying its campaign of attrition against Israel while implementing a strategy aimed at uniting various arenas of conflict.

Escalating Tensions in Judea and Samaria: Hamas and Iran Fueling Unrest

16 January 2024

In recent times, there has been a noticeable surge in efforts by Iran and Hamas to incite Palestinians in Judea and Samaria, with the objective of provoking an armed intifada against Israel. Their tactics involve targeting Israelis on main roads and orchestrating attacks in settlements, aiming to cause harm and provoke significant unrest.

A Strategic Analysis of the Ongoing Conflict between Israel and Iran

22 December 2023

The current conflict between Israel and Iran and its affiliated groups marks a critical juncture in the complex dynamics of the Middle East. The so-called “axis of evil,” led by Iran, has achieved notable successes in surprising Israel and inflicting both human and economic losses.

Escalating Tensions in Judea and Samaria

17 December 2023

The Israeli security establishment is deeply concerned about the mounting unrest in Judea and Samaria, fearing a potential explosion of violence. The situation has been exacerbated by the recent escalation of hostilities in the Gaza Strip.

The Evolving Landscape of the Palestinian Struggle

5 December 2023

The recent dismantling of the Hamas military infrastructure in the Gaza Strip marks a significant milestone in Israel’s fight against terrorism, reshaping the security dynamics in Judea and Samaria.
Meanwhile, the Biden administration eyes a renewed political process post-war, pushing for a two-state solution. However, Israel staunchly opposes the establishment of an independent Palestinian state.

Egypt’s Efforts to Curb Targeted Assassinations of Terrorist Leaders

26 August 2023

Recent developments indicate Egypt’s active involvement in preventing potential targeted assassinations of key terrorist leaders. Specifically, Israel declined an Egyptian plea to commit to avoiding a reversion to the practice of targeted killings of Hamas and Islamic Jihad leaders.
With the leaders of these terrorist organizations retreating into hiding in Gaza due to their apprehensions of Israeli strikes, they’ve taken unprecedented precautions in regions such as Syria and Lebanon.

The Palestinian Authority does not fight terrorism

4 April 2023

A senior member of the Fatah leadership accuses the Palestinian security forces of being responsible for the large amounts of weapons that flowed into the refugee camps in the West Bank and are used for attacks against Israel.
Tawfiq Al Tirawi claims that the Hamas movement defeated the Fatah movement because of the differences in it, in the PA they accuse him of settling accounts with the chairman of the PA because he was removed from his position.

Another attempt to stop terrorism in the West Bank

18 March 2023

In Sharm el-Sheikh, Egypt, a security meeting will be held tomorrow with the participation of senior representatives from Israel and the PA in a last attempt to reduce terrorism and violence ahead of the month of Ramadan.
The security forces in Israel have low expectations of the chances of its success, there is also a fear that the terrorist organizations will carry out a major terrorist attack tomorrow to thwart the meeting.

Hamas is looking for an achievement

21 January 2023

Hamas is in internal distress because of the pressure of the security prisoners on its leadership and sharp criticism of the Palestinian street and it is looking for an achievement that will preserve its status.
Hamas is planning kidnappings of Israeli soldiers and civilians to start negotiations on a new prisoner exchange deal and is preparing for a new round of fighting against Israel.

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Iran Increases Weapon Smuggling into Judea and Samaria in Response to Assassination

Iran’s Strategy: A Cautious Approach Amidst Confrontation with Israel

Escalating Tensions in Judea and Samaria: Hamas and Iran Fueling Unrest

A Strategic Analysis of the Ongoing Conflict between Israel and Iran

Escalating Tensions in Judea and Samaria

The Evolving Landscape of the Palestinian Struggle

Egypt’s Efforts to Curb Targeted Assassinations of Terrorist Leaders

The Palestinian Authority does not fight terrorism

Another attempt to stop terrorism in the West Bank

Hamas is looking for an achievement

Iran Increases Weapon Smuggling into Judea and Samaria in Response to Assassination

Iran’s Strategy: A Cautious Approach Amidst Confrontation with Israel

Escalating Tensions in Judea and Samaria: Hamas and Iran Fueling Unrest

A Strategic Analysis of the Ongoing Conflict between Israel and Iran

Escalating Tensions in Judea and Samaria

The Evolving Landscape of the Palestinian Struggle

Egypt’s Efforts to Curb Targeted Assassinations of Terrorist Leaders

The Palestinian Authority does not fight terrorism

Another attempt to stop terrorism in the West Bank

Hamas is looking for an achievement

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