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U.S. officials are increasingly worried about a wider war in the Middle East

NPR Tuesday, 6 August 2024
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Netanyahu may not care if the coalition falters, former Israeli ambassador says

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Syrian forces accused of 'executions' in Druze area as Israel launches strikes [Video]

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Deadly airstrikes hit Gaza, killing dozens of people overnight [Video]

Deadly airstrikes hit Gaza, killing dozens of people overnight

Deadly airstrikes hit Gaza, killing dozens of people overnight Several neighbourhoods in Gaza City came under heavy Israeli airstrikes early Tuesday, with footage showing widespread destruction and mourning at local hospitals. READ MORE : http://www.euronews.com/2025/07/15/deadly-airstrikes-hit-gaza-killing-dozens-of-people-overnight Let the pictures do the talking: subscribe to No Comment No Comment is brought to you by euronews, the most watched news channel in Europe.

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IDF Bombs Hezbollah Radwan Camps In Daring Deep-Lebanon Raid; Explosions Tear Through Bekaa Valley

IDF Bombs Hezbollah targets deep inside Lebanon in a high-risk, precision airstrike that rocked the Bekaa Valley. The daring raid targeted Hezbollah's elite Radwan Force camps, with explosions lighting up the night sky and shaking the region. This marks a major escalation as IDF bombs Hezbollah strongholds in deep-Lebanon territory, far beyond previous red lines. The Israeli military confirmed that the operation was aimed at dismantling Hezbollah’s command centers and advanced weapons depots. #HezbollahRadwanForce #IsraelVsHezbollah #HezbollahWar #HezbollahIsraelConflict #IsraelHezbollahWar #HezbollahWarning #HezbollahNews #HezbollahDrones #HezbollahAttack #IsraelStrikesHezbollah #HezbollahOperativesKilled #HezbollahIsraelLatest #HezbollahWarnsIsrael #MiddleEastTensions #IsraelHezbollahNews Also Read Homeland Security Deports Professor Dr. Rasha Alawieh for Supporting Hezbollah Leader :: https://www.oneindia.com/international/homeland-security-deports-professor-supporting-hezbollah-leader-011-4097539.html?ref=DMDesc Hundreds of Thousands Attend Funeral of Hezbollah Leader Hassan Nasrallah in Beirut :: https://www.oneindia.com/international/funeral-of-hezbollah-leader-hassan-nasrallah-beirut-011-4078987.html?ref=DMDesc Major World Events In 2024: Top 10 Moments That Shaped The Year! :: https://www.oneindia.com/international/major-world-events-in-2024-top-10-moments-that-shaped-the-year-global-natural-disaster-syria-4021587.html?ref=DMDesc ~HT.178~PR.152~ED.346~GR.125~

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Israel and Syria Uniting to ISOLATE Iran? Two BIG Reasons Behind Al-Shara's Tectonic Shift Explained [Video]

Israel and Syria Uniting to ISOLATE Iran? Two BIG Reasons Behind Al-Shara's Tectonic Shift Explained

In a stunning diplomatic development, officials from Israel and Syria are holding quiet, backchannel talks for the first time in over a decade. This move comes after months of intense regional conflict involving Iran-backed groups like Hamas and Hezbollah, pushing both Jerusalem and Damascus to reassess their long-standing enmity. The United States, with backing from Donald Trump and his envoy Tom Barrack Jr., is mediating the effort, aiming to cool tensions along the volatile Golan Heights border. At the center of this pivot is Syria's new president, Ahmed al-Shara, who has signaled a dramatic shift from the hardline rejectionism of the Bashar al-Assad era. The primary driver for this newfound diplomacy is a shared strategic goal: limiting the influence of Iran and its proxies in southern Syria. For Israel, this is a matter of national security; for al-Shara's new government, it's a path toward securing sovereignty, gaining Western legitimacy, and obtaining much-needed economic relief. While full normalization seems distant, both sides are exploring a revival of the 1974 U.N. Disengagement Agreement, which previously ensured stability in the Golan Heights. In a significant gesture, the Trump administration has lifted the terrorist designation on al-Shara's former group, and Israeli leaders have softened their tone, describing him as someone they could potentially work with. However, analysts remain cautious, pointing to al-Shara’s past and the lack of public support for peace in Syria as major hurdles. Despite the challenges, the fact that these talks are happening at all represents a potential seismic shift in Middle East politics. This report breaks down the key players, the high stakes, and what this surprising diplomacy could mean for the future of the region. #IsraelSyriaTalks #MiddleEast #BreakingNews #WorldNews #Israel #Syria #DonaldTrump #Iran #OneindiaNews #AhmedAlShara,

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IDF's Deadliest Strike Yet? Hezbollah Commander Eliminated; Attack Caught In Jaw-dropping Video [Video]

IDF's Deadliest Strike Yet? Hezbollah Commander Eliminated; Attack Caught In Jaw-dropping Video

In what may be its most lethal strike yet, the Israel Defense Forces (IDF) have eliminated a senior Hezbollah commander in a high-precision attack captured in dramatic footage. The video shows the moment Israeli forces target and destroy the vehicle carrying the top militant, marking a significant blow to Hezbollah's operational leadership. The strike, part of ongoing cross-border escalations, underscores the rising intensity of the Israel-Lebanon conflict and signals a serious shift in Israel’s tactical approach. #IsraelKillsHezbollahCommander #HezbollahCommanderKilled #IsraeliAirstrike #IsraelVsHezbollah #HezbollahEliteCommander #IDFStrike #HezbollahLeaderKilled #IsraelHezbollahConflict #IsraelHezbollahClashes #TopHezbollahCommander #IsraeliStrikeOnHezbollah #HezbollahHQTargeted #MiddleEastTensions #IDFvsHezbollah #IsraelDefenseForces

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'Crush Them, Strike Iran...': Netanyahu Arrives in U.S After Launching War on Houthis |Op Black Flag [Video]

'Crush Them, Strike Iran...': Netanyahu Arrives in U.S After Launching War on Houthis |Op Black Flag

Just hours after launching the massive "Operation Black Flag" airstrikes on Houthi targets in Yemen, Israeli Prime Minister Benjamin Netanyahu departs for Washington to meet with President Donald Trump. In his statement before leaving, Netanyahu reaffirmed his mission: to crush Hamas, confront Iran and Hezbollah, bring all hostages home, and ensure Gaza will never again threaten Israel. This marks his third meeting with Trump since the 2024 elections — a critical moment for U.S.-Israel coordination as regional tensions boil over. With fire raining on the Red Sea and new alliances forming, Netanyahu’s visit could reshape the Middle East — militarily and diplomatically. #Netanyahu #OperationBlackFlag #IsraelUSAlliance #MiddleEastWar #Hamas #Iran #Hezbollah #RedSeaCrisis #IDF #BreakingNews #IsraelDefenseForces #USIsrael #HostageCrisis #GazaWar #TrumpNetanyahu #YemenStrikes

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Hezbollah Chief Sheikh Naim Qassem WARNS of Continued Resistance until Israel’s COMPLETE DESTRUCTION [Video]

Hezbollah Chief Sheikh Naim Qassem WARNS of Continued Resistance until Israel’s COMPLETE DESTRUCTION

Hezbollah Deputy Chief Naim Qassem has firmly rejected any normalization deal with Israel, vowing continued resistance until full Israeli withdrawal and ceasefire conditions are met. Speaking on the final day of Ashura commemorations, Qassem said defending Lebanon’s sovereignty requires no foreign approval and warned against disarmament under U.S. pressure. While open to dialogue, he stressed that any peace must respect Lebanon’s dignity and resistance. The remarks come amid rising regional tensions and renewed calls for a security agreement. #Hezbollah #NaimQassem #Lebanon #Ashura2025 #IsraelLebanon #MiddleEastConflict #NoNormalization #Resistance #LebanonSovereignty #QassemSpeaks #LebaneseDefense #RegionalTensions #CeasefireNow #USPressure #OccupiedTerritories #PeaceWithDignity #RejectSurrender #FreeLebanon #IsraelOccupation #HezbollahStance #AxisOfResistance #MiddleEastPolitics #SecurityDeal #DisarmamentDebate #NationalDialogue #HezbollahIsrael #BreakingNews #LebanonNews Also Read Lebanon and Syria Agree to Ceasefire Following Two Days of Border Clashes :: https://www.oneindia.com/international/lebanon-syria-ceasefire-agreement-border-clashes-011-4097569.html?ref=DMDesc Homeland Security Deports Professor Dr. Rasha Alawieh for Supporting Hezbollah Leader :: https://www.oneindia.com/international/homeland-security-deports-professor-supporting-hezbollah-leader-011-4097539.html?ref=DMDesc Hundreds of Thousands Attend Funeral of Hezbollah Leader Hassan Nasrallah in Beirut :: https://www.oneindia.com/international/funeral-of-hezbollah-leader-hassan-nasrallah-beirut-011-4078987.html?ref=DMDesc ~GR.124~HT.408~ED.103~

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Houthi Attack RAW FOOTAGE: Explosions Rocks Israel’s Eilat as Yemen-Backed Fighters Launch Attack

Explosions have rocked the Israeli port city of Eilat, following a sudden missile and drone attack allegedly launched by Iran-backed Houthi fighters from Yemen. Sirens blared and fireballs lit up the night sky as Israeli air defenses attempted to intercept the incoming threats. The Houthi escalation marks a dangerous new front in the Middle East conflict, directly targeting Israeli territory far from Gaza or Lebanon. This video captures unfiltered visuals of the aftermath, impact sites, and emergency response on the ground. #HouthiAttack #HouthiVsIsrael #IsraelUnderAttack #YemenHouthis #HouthiMissileStrike #HouthiAttackOnIsrael #IsraelHouthiConflict #HouthiMissiles #MiddleEastTensions #IsraelStrikesBack #HouthiIsraelTensions #RedSeaCrisis #HouthisTargetIsrael #IsraelDefenseAlert #HouthiDroneAttack ~HT.178~PR.152~ED.103~

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ON CAM: Iran's Strikes OBLITERATES U.S' Al Udeid Radar Dome; New Photos Reveal MASSIVE DAMAGE [Video]

ON CAM: Iran's Strikes OBLITERATES U.S' Al Udeid Radar Dome; New Photos Reveal MASSIVE DAMAGE

Iran’s precision strike hits hard! Shocking new footage shows the moment Iranian missiles obliterated a key radar dome at the U.S. Al Udeid Air Base in Qatar — one of Washington’s most critical military hubs in the Middle East. Satellite images and exclusive ground photos reveal massive structural damage to the advanced radar system used for air defense and surveillance. Military analysts are calling it a serious blow to U.S. strategic capabilities in the region. #IranStrike #AlUdeidBase #USAirBaseAttack #IranMissileStrike #AlUdeidAirBase #IranVsUS #IranAttacksUSBase #MilitaryEscalation #USBaseQatar #IranFiresMissiles #AlUdeidDamage #IranAirstrike #RadarDomeHit #IranStrikeOnUSBase #IranBombsUSBase #IranMilitaryStrike #USBaseUnderAttack #AlUdeidUnderFire

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CHILLING VIDEO: Iranian Drone Launches Toward U.S Consulate in Iraq — Explosion Captured on Camera

An Iranian-launched drone was caught on camera flying directly toward the U.S. Consulate in northern Iraq before exploding in a fiery blast, sending shockwaves across the region. The dramatic video shows the moment of impact near the diplomatic compound, highlighting the growing threat of drone warfare in the Middle East. U.S. officials have condemned the attack, which marks another dangerous escalation in tensions between Iran-backed militias and American forces in the region. #ErbilDroneAttack #USMilitaryIraq #KurdistanStrike #ErbilExplosion #USAirDefense #CRAMSystem #IraqDroneAttack #ErbilAirportBlast #USConsulateErbil #HostileDrone #ErbilAirstrike #IraqSecurityCrisis #USAirstrikesIraq #ErbilAirportIncident #DroneInterception

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Al-Quds Fighters Unleash 'Thaqib' Bombs; 3 IDF Troops Ambushed and Killed in Deadly Tank Explosion [Video]

Al-Quds Fighters Unleash 'Thaqib' Bombs; 3 IDF Troops Ambushed and Killed in Deadly Tank Explosion

Fierce escalation on the Gaza front. Al-Quds Brigade fighters have reportedly used 'Thaqib' bombs—a new, high-impact explosive device—in a deadly ambush targeting an Israeli Defense Forces (IDF) tank unit. The explosion resulted in the deaths of 3 IDF soldiers, with footage showing a direct hit on an armored vehicle. This marks one of the most lethal strikes by Palestinian factions in recent weeks and could signal a shift in battlefield tactics. The Al-Quds Brigades, the military wing of Palestinian Islamic Jihad, have claimed responsibility, vowing further retaliation. Meanwhile, Israeli forces are expected to respond with intensified airstrikes. #IDFSoldiersKilled #HamasVsIDF #GazaWar #IsraeliSoldiersKilled #HamasAttack #IDFCasualties #HamasCapturesSoldiers #IDFVsHamas #HamasHostages #GazaConflict #HamasMissileAttack #IsraelGazaWar #IDFSoldierKilled #HamasAbduction #IsraelUnderAttack ~PR.152~GR.122~HT.96~ED.346~

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Watch Gunfire at Aid Centers: IDF Accused of Shooting Starving Palestinians Near GHF Sites in Gaza [Video]

Watch Gunfire at Aid Centers: IDF Accused of Shooting Starving Palestinians Near GHF Sites in Gaza

Shocking footage reveals Palestinians dodging bullets near Gaza Humanitarian Foundation aid centers — sites accused of turning into deadly traps amid escalating violence. Since May 2025, nearly 800 civilians have died around these US-Israeli backed aid distribution points, many caught in crossfire near Israeli Defense Forces positions. The UN warns that this aid model violates international norms and puts starving Palestinians at extreme risk. Eyewitnesses report soldiers firing without warning, turning humanitarian aid into a weapon. Critics call for urgent reform as Gaza’s blockade and failed aid system push millions to the brink of starvation. Is aid saving lives, or fueling a humanitarian crisis? Watch and decide. #GazaAidCrisis #HumanitarianCrisis #GazaUnderAttack #AidUnderFire #Palestine #Israel #UNWarning #WarCrimes #HumanRights #ConflictZone #StopTheBlockade #SaveGaza #GazaStrip #MiddleEastConflict #FreedomForGaza ~PR.274~ED.103~GR.122~HT.318~

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'Handala' Sail to Gaza: Activists Defy IDF Blockade Again After Madleen Seizure | Flotilla Returns [Video]

'Handala' Sail to Gaza: Activists Defy IDF Blockade Again After Madleen Seizure | Flotilla Returns

The Freedom Flotilla Coalition has launched a daring new mission to Gaza with its latest vessel, Handala, departing from Siracusa, Italy. This voyage comes just weeks after the Israeli Navy seized the Madleen, a British-flagged aid ship, and detained its 12 unarmed crew members in international waters. Now, with international solidarity behind them, activists are risking it all again to break the deadly and illegal blockade of Gaza. Their message? Aid is not a crime. Silence is complicity. Onboard the Handala are international human rights defenders — including members of France’s left-wing LFI party — ready to face armed interception in hopes of reaching Gaza's besieged population. As Israel tightens its grip, the sea becomes the last lifeline. This isn’t just a mission — it’s a message. #FreedomFlotilla #GazaSiege #Handala #BreakTheBlockade #GazaUnderAttack #HumanRights #IsraelPalestine #Madleen #InternationalWaters #Activism #SolidarityWithGaza #Flotilla2025 #FreeGaza #StopTheBlockade #HumanitarianCrisis ~PR.274~HT.408~ED.194~

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Trump Loyalist Russel Vought Takes Over DOGE, Vought To Lead Mass Layoffs With ‘Slash & Burn’ Agenda [Video]

Trump Loyalist Russel Vought Takes Over DOGE, Vought To Lead Mass Layoffs With ‘Slash & Burn’ Agenda

Elon Musk has stepped down from leading the Department of Government Efficiency (DOGE), handing the reins to conservative policy strategist Russell Vought. A key Trump ally, Vought is best known for shaping Project 2025 and pushing aggressive spending cuts and federal downsizing. He aims to revive Trump’s Schedule F and slash budgets at agencies like USAID and NPR. Musk, who reportedly wants to focus on Tesla and SpaceX, had worked closely with Vought during DOGE’s early days. Critics warn Vought's Christian nationalist leanings and military spending cuts may spark major backlash. #ElonMusk #RussellVought #DOGE #Trump #GovernmentEfficiency #Project2025 #ScheduleF #FederalCuts #ChristianNationalism #Tesla #SpaceX #MuskExit #VoughtAgenda #BudgetCuts #NPR #USAID #CFPB #MilitarySpending #GOP #PoliticalNews #WashingtonWatch #BureaucracyReform #TrumpAdmin #GovernmentOverhaul #WhiteHousePolicy #SpendingCuts #PolicyShift #BreakingNews #ConservativeAgenda #MuskVsVought Also Read Elon Musk Exits Trump Administration After Slamming ‘Big Beautiful Bill’ on His Way Out :: https://www.oneindia.com/international/elon-musk-exits-trump-administration-after-slamming-big-beautiful-bill-on-his-way-out-4166709.html?ref=DMDesc Elon Musk Criticises Trump's 'Big Beautiful Bill', A Fracture In Key Relationship :: https://www.oneindia.com/international/elon-musk-criticises-trumps-big-beautiful-bill-a-fracture-in-key-relationship-4166667.html?ref=DMDesc SpaceX Starship Explodes Mid-Flight During Third Test, Firm Cites 'Rapid Unscheduled Disassembly' :: https://www.oneindia.com/international/spacex-starship-explodes-mid-flight-during-third-test-firm-cites-rapid-unscheduled-disassembly-4165683.html?ref=DMDesc ~HT.318~GR.124~

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