Khan Yunis rocket fire is a wake-up call
Hamas continues to control most of Gaza, with the exception of the corridor along the Egyptian border and the Netzarim corridor.
Ramadan
IDF Focuses on Humanitarian Aid in Gaza
The Israel Defense Forces are focusing on humanitarian aid entering Gaza ahead of a possible offensive against Hamas in the southern Gazan city of Rafah. The focus on improving the humanitarian situation...
Op-eds
Crush and eliminate Hamas: Navigating ties with Hezbollah, Iran, and Saudi Arabia
Normalization with Saudi Arabia is crucial but shouldn't come at the cost of significant concessions.
Op-eds
UAE sends 370 tonnes of aid, first land convoy reaches Jabalya in northern Gaza
UAE sends 370 tonnes of aid to northern Gaza via land convoy, marking a significant development amid efforts to provide humanitarian support.
Op-eds
After 45 Years: The Impact of the Gaza War on the Israel–Egypt Peace Accord
On the 45th anniversary of their peace agreement and against the backdrop of the protracted war in Gaza, relations between Israel and Egypt are being severely tested. How do the anchors of peace help both countries get through this challenging period, and what must they do to emerge from it stronger?
Op-eds
Islamic State’s current da’wah campaign across Africa
Since the beginning of the year, the Islamic State’s central media apparatus has made a concerted effort to highlight its men engaging in da’wah across the African continent. These actions...
Op-eds
The Israel vs. Hamas Gaza War: Six Months In
Despite rumblings of disagreement, the war in Gaza has also led to unprecedented cooperation between Israel and the United States.
Op-eds
Lone soldiers
Israelis will fight on their own if they must
Op-eds
Israel Quits Doha Hostage Talks After Hamas Rejects Deal
Israel on March 26 withdrew its negotiators from Qatar-hosted talks on a potential Gaza truce after Hamas rejected a U.S.-proposed compromise. Mossad director David Barnea, who has...
Flash Briefs
Israel Arrests Man Planning Suicide Attack
Israeli police said on March 21 that they arrested a Palestinian man in the West Bank who intended to carry out a suicide attack. According to law enforcement officials, an undercover...
Flash Briefs
Israel Thwarts Suicide Attack in West Bank
Israeli forces on March 11 intercepted a Palestinian man who they said was en route to commit a suicide attack in Israel. The Israel Defense Forces (IDF) and Shin Bet released a...
Flash Briefs
IDF targets Hamas leaders in Gaza
The Israel Defense Forces said on March 11 that it had targeted “senior terrorist leaders” in Gaza with an airstrike that took place overnight between March 10 and 11. Among those targeted...
Op-eds
Mossad, CIA Chiefs Meet About Stalled Hostage Talks
CIA Director William Burns met his Mossad counterpart to discuss the stalled Gaza hostage talks, with Israel voicing hope on March 9 that progress can still be made. Israeli Prime...
Flash Briefs
New threats from Iran’s IRGC Quds Force chief
Qaani directed his threats at Israel and other countries linked to Israel, a reference to the US apparently.
Op-eds
A Violent Ramadan Will Jeopardize Israel’s National Security Objectives
This year, the month-long Muslim holiday of Ramadan could bring a measure of calm to the Middle East, rather than escalating tensions as it has in the past. But it will be the calm before a necessary storm,...
Op-eds
Cairo Truce Talks Falter as Hamas Stalls
The latest round of Israel-Hamas ceasefire talks ended fruitlessly on March 7, with Hamas failing to provide details on hostages it holds in Gaza. The Palestinian terrorist group...
Flash Briefs
Israel Open to Regular Ramadan Access at Al-Aqsa
Israel signaled readiness on March 5 to allow regular Muslim access to al-Aqsa Mosque over Ramadan despite security concerns. Prime Minister Benjamin Netanyahu convened top cabinet...
Flash Briefs
Palestinian Islamic Jihad calls for Ramadan to be ‘month of terror’
The PIJ comments are also linked to those made by Hamas leader Ismail Haniyeh, who has called for escalation during Ramadan.
Op-eds
Israel Sees Iran-Axis Threat Over Ramadan
Israel warned on February 27 that Iran and its proxies Hamas and Hezbollah plan to escalate hostilities over the Muslim fast month of Ramadan. Ramadan, which this year is due to...
Flash Briefs
Preventing a Ramadan Explosion in the Holy Land
How Israeli self-restraint and American diplomacy can ward off potential escalation during the upcoming Muslim holy month.