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US sanctions Israeli West Bank settler group
Speed Read The Biden administration has imposed sanctions on Amana, Israel's largest settlement development organization
By Rafi Schwartz, The Week US Published
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What Mike Huckabee means for US-Israel relations
In the Spotlight Some observers are worried that the conservative evangelical minister could be a destabilizing influence on an already volatile region
By Rafi Schwartz, The Week US Published
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What will Trump mean for the Middle East?
Talking Point President-elect's 'pro-Israel stance' could mask a more complex and unpredictable approach to the region
By Chas Newkey-Burden, The Week UK Published
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Netanyahu's gambit: axing his own defence minster
Talking Point Sacking of Yoav Gallant demonstrated 'utter contempt' for Israeli public
By The Week UK Published
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Europe roiled by attacks on Israeli soccer fans
Speed Read Israeli fans supporting the Maccabi Tel Aviv team clashed with pro-Palestinian protesters in 'antisemitic attacks,' Dutch authorities said
By Peter Weber, The Week US Published
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The safety of Israeli nationals abroad
In the Spotlight Israel's president described violent riots and attacks on Israelis after Ajax-Maccabi Tel Aviv match as an 'antisemitic pogrom'
By Harriet Marsden, The Week UK Published
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Netanyahu fires defense minister, sparking protests
Speed Read Yoav Gallant and Netanyahu have clashed for years. The Israeli prime minister first tried to fire the defense minister in 2023, but backed off following a public outcry.
By Rafi Schwartz, The Week US Published
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Israel attacks Iran: a 'limited' retaliation
Talking Point Iran's humiliated leaders must decide how to respond to Netanyahu's measured strike
By The Week UK Published
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Donald Trump sees himself as 'protector' of Israel
The Explainer What does that mean for the war in Gaza?
By Joel Mathis, The Week US Published
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Does Sinwar's death open the door to ending the war in Gaza?
Today's Big Question The death of the senior Hamas leader has sparked some hopes an end to the Gaza conflict
By Sorcha Bradley, The Week UK Published
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What is the 'Greater Israel' movement?
The Explainer Expansionist ideology favoured by Israel's political right has further strained regional tensions
By The Week UK Published
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US says Israel must up Gaza aid or risk arms halt
Speed Read The Biden administration has provided a 30-day ultimatum to the country
By Rafi Schwartz, The Week US Published
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Kamala Harris walks 'tightrope' on Israel, Gaza
The Explainer She's committed to Israel's defense, and ending Palestinian suffering. Are both possible?
By Joel Mathis, The Week US Published
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How Israel's Iron Dome missile defence system works
The Explainer 'Envy of other militaries' is facing a shortage of missiles as it looks to 'fast-track' next iteration designed to counter drones
By The Week UK Last updated
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