Israel
Lapid and Bennett: The alliance that says everything about Israeli politics
In most democracies, a centre-left politician forming an electoral alliance with a right-wing nationalist would require some explanation.
It appears increasingly unlikely that Israel will continue to tolerate Hezbollah's repeated attacks on its territory. The Shiite organization, backed by Iran, has initiated hostile actions since October 8th.
Hezbollah fighter, Maarakeh,Tyre (southern Lebanon) © Mena Today
It appears increasingly unlikely that Israel will continue to tolerate Hezbollah's repeated attacks on its territory. The Shiite organization, backed by Iran, has initiated hostile actions since October 8th.
The Israeli military, having evacuated nearly 100,000 residents from the northern part of the country, may decide to launch a significant operation to halt Hezbollah's border provocations.
So far, Israel's response has been measured and limited.
In accordance with United Nations Resolution 1701 of 2006, no armed militia is supposed to be present in the border zone, but rather situated 30 kilometers beyond the Litani River.
Hezbollah has consistently violated this resolution.
Israel cannot afford to allow such a situation to persist and is compelled to ensure the security of its borders.
By Bruno Finel
In most democracies, a centre-left politician forming an electoral alliance with a right-wing nationalist would require some explanation.
Ukraine has summoned the Israeli ambassador for Tuesday morning after a second vessel carrying what Kyiv describes as Russian-stolen Ukrainian grain docked at the port of Haifa, Foreign Minister Andriï Sybiga announced Monday.
Israeli Prime Minister Benjamin Netanyahu has made clear that military operations against Hezbollah in Lebanon will continue despite the ceasefire that entered into force on 17 April, citing what he described as a "double threat" from the Iran-backed group's remaining arsenal.
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