Middle East

The region known as the Middle East has been conquered and reconquered by every super power in the West. This has created a region rich in a culture of resistance and thousands of ethnic groups looking for their piece of land. This has created a complicated region and Jpost's Middle East News simplifies it.

Lazzarini claims 'dis-information campaign' against UNRWA putting agency staff at risk

“The spread of #disinformation against @UNRWA is meant to create chaos & divert attention from the political aims to dismantle the Agency,” Lazzarini wrote.

26/11/2024

Israel-Hezbollah ceasefire may lead to hostage negotiations breakthrough, sources say

Israel estimates that around half of the hostages remaining in Gaza are still alive.

26/11/2024

More missiles and longer range: Iranian naval official claims Sabalan Destroyer improves capability

The Iranian official claimed the destroyer now has a range of over 1,000 kilometers.

Killing of Israeli rabbi in UAE may strengthen ties between Israel and Arab neighbors, experts say

As authorities investigate who is responsible for Kogan’s death, political circles in Washington, D.C., Israel, and the Gulf are asking a related question: What will this do to UAE-Israel ties?

By RON KAMPEAS/JTA
26/11/2024

Iran-Russia cooperation reaches new levels

Russia is now focused on the region of the Middle East. Iran is backing proxies to attack Israel.

Kirby cautiously says Lebanon deal 'is close,' doesn't confirm Tuesday ceasefire announcement

"We need to keep at the work to see it through so that we can actually get the ceasefire for which we've been working," Kirby said.

Iranian-American activist Gazelle Sharmahd speaks out on her dissident father’s kidnapping

Jamshid Sharmahd’s abduction highlights Iran’s use of state-sponsored kidnappings to silence dissent.

25/11/2024
A war between Israel and Lebanon (illustrative)

Cabinet to meet Tuesday to weigh emerging ceasefire deal with Hezbollah

Efforts to clinch a truce appeared to advance last week when Hochstein declared significant progress after talks in Beirut.

After Hezbollah rocket strikes UNIFIL base, Lebanon condemns attack

"Lebanon strongly condemns any attack on UNIFIL and calls on all sides to respect the safety, security of the troops and their premises," Lebanese Foreign Minister said.

Khamenei says Israeli leaders must be 'sentenced to death,' arrest warrants 'not enough'

His remarks came after the ICC issued arrest warrants on Thursday for Israeli Prime Minister Benjamin Netanyahu.

25/11/2024
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