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UN inquiry finds Israeli forces shield settlers during attacks on Palestinians

UN inquiry finds Israeli forces shield settlers during attacks on Palestinians

By Olivia Le Poidevin GENEVA, June 9 (Reuters) - Israeli authorities are directly involved in settler attacks that have killed, injured and displaced Palestinians in the occupied West Bank, while Israeli security forces provide protection to settlers, a U.N. inquiry said on Tuesday.
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Militants and police executed and maimed dozens of Palestinians in Gaza, UN report says

Militants and police executed and maimed dozens of Palestinians in Gaza, UN report says

A new United Nations report says militants and police units in Gaza publicly beat, maimed and even executed dozens of Palestinians during Hamas’ war with Israel in acts amounting to war crimes
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A very online Israeli army spokesman is the face of war for millions of Arabs

A very online Israeli army spokesman is the face of war for millions of Arabs

For more than two years, hundreds of thousands of people in Gaza and Lebanon have lived in dread of Avichay Adraee’s next social media post
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IDF Strikes Hamas Police Headquarters, Resulting in Several Casualties

IDF Strikes Hamas Police Headquarters, Resulting in Several Casualties

The Israel Defense Forces (IDF) conducted a military operation targeting Hamas's naval police headquarters in Khan Yunis, Gaza. The strike, confirmed by the IDF, resulted in the deaths of several individuals identified as terrorists, including a commander within Hamas's military wing. The IDF reported that the facility was being used to rebuild Hamas's military capabilities under the guise of a ceasefire. The operation also targeted three Hamas weapons storage facilities in southern Gaza, where local residents were warned in advance, leading to the identification of Hamas operatives attempting to relocate weapons. The IDF claims that Hamas is exploiting civilian and military infrastructure to smuggle weapons.
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Israel's Arabic-language military spokesperson has gone viral, inspiring fear and fascination

Israel's Arabic-language military spokesperson has gone viral, inspiring fear and fascination

For more than two years, hundreds of thousands of people in Gaza and Lebanon have lived in dread of Avichay Adraee’s next social media post
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Israeli Military Spokesman Avichay Adraee's Social Media Posts Stir Reactions in Arab World

Israeli Military Spokesman Avichay Adraee's Social Media Posts Stir Reactions in Arab World

Avichay Adraee, Israel's Arabic-language military spokesman, has become a prominent figure in the Arab world due to his social media presence. Known for delivering warnings and official statements in fluent Arabic, Adraee's posts often precede military actions, causing both fear and fascination among his audience. His role has been particularly significant during conflicts involving Hamas, where his warnings have prompted mass evacuations in Gaza and Lebanon. Adraee, who is set to retire, claims his efforts have saved lives by providing timely evacuation orders.
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Israel's Arabic-Language Military Spokesperson Gains Viral Attention

Israel's Arabic-Language Military Spokesperson Gains Viral Attention

Avichay Adraee, Israel's Arabic-language military spokesperson, has gained significant attention on social media, becoming a well-known figure in the Arab world. Known for his fluent Arabic and use of satire, Adraee's posts often include warnings ahead of Israeli military strikes, making him a figure of both fear and fascination. His social media presence has been instrumental in communicating Israel's military operations to Arabic-speaking audiences, often using pop culture references to engage viewers. Adraee, who is set to retire this year, has been a key figure in Israel's communication strategy during conflicts with Hamas and Hezbollah.
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UN to send investigators to Lebanon over potential law breaches, rights chief says

UN to send investigators to Lebanon over potential law breaches, rights chief says

GENEVA, June 10 (Reuters) - The UN human rights office will deploy a team of investigators to Lebanon next week to assess potential violations of international law by all parties during the current war in the country, UN human rights chief Volker Türk said on Wednesday.
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IDF Releases Footage of Operation Arnon Two Years After Hostage Rescue

IDF Releases Footage of Operation Arnon Two Years After Hostage Rescue

The Israeli Defense Forces (IDF) have released new footage of Operation Arnon, a high-risk mission conducted two years ago to rescue four hostages from Hamas in Gaza. The operation involved the IDF, Shin Bet, and Israel Police's Counterterrorism Unit, and was executed in broad daylight to maximize surprise. The footage shows the intense combat and strategic maneuvers that led to the successful rescue, despite significant risks and challenges.
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Israel kills five in Gaza as Egypt hosts new ceasefire talks

Israel kills five in Gaza as Egypt hosts new ceasefire talks

By Nidal al-Mughrabi CAIRO, June 7 (Reuters) - An Israeli airstrike on a Hamas-led police station in the Gaza Strip killed five Palestinians and wounded at least 16 others on Sunday, health officials said, as mediators began new efforts to salvage a fragile U.S.-brokered ceasefire deal.
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IDF Eliminates Hamas Commander in Gaza Amid Ongoing Tensions

IDF Eliminates Hamas Commander in Gaza Amid Ongoing Tensions

The Israeli Defense Forces (IDF) announced the successful elimination of Muhanad Othman Yassin Farwana, a Hamas commander in the southern Gaza Strip. Farwana was reportedly involved in planning attacks against Israeli civilians and soldiers. The operation was part of a broader IDF effort to target senior Hamas figures, including members of the General Security Apparatus. The IDF emphasized measures taken to minimize civilian casualties during the strike. This development is part of ongoing military operations in the region aimed at neutralizing threats posed by Hamas.
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Israeli military kills four in Gaza and expands control zone, locals say

Israeli military kills four in Gaza and expands control zone, locals say

By Nidal al-Mughrabi CAIRO, June 8 (Reuters) - Israeli strikes killed four Palestinians, including a child, in the Gaza Strip on Monday, health officials there said, as Israel's military expanded the area under its control, according to residents.