President Trump’s decision to pull American troops from Syria clears the way for Iran to expand its influence and leaves Israel alone to stop it.
Author: DAVID M. HALBFINGER
Israeli ‘Warning’ Shot Killed Two Boys in Gaza, Rights Groups Say
Israel’s “roof-knocking” airstrikes are meant to spare civilians by prompting them to flee targeted buildings. But they can be deadly, too, a new report has found.
West Bank Shootings Raise Fear That Hamas Is Expanding Its Fight
Hamas, trying to move the battle from Gaza, praised the killing of two Israeli soldiers and said two fugitives who killed three Israelis belonged to the group.
Israel Moves to Seal Hezbollah Tunnels at Lebanon Border
The military action, called Operation Northern Shield, is aimed in part at limiting Iran’s regional ambitions, Israeli officials said.
News analysis: Netanyahu’s Obsession With Image Could Be His Downfall
Israel’s prime minister faces corruption accusations arising from his efforts to control his portrayal in the news media.
The Corruption Cases Against Netanyahu
The Israeli prime minister faces possible bribery and fraud charges stemming from three separate corruption investigations this year.
Hate Mail and Conversion Advice: Interfaith Couple Caught in Israel’s Fault Lines
Lucy Aharish, a TV anchor, and her husband, Tsahi Halevi, an actor, deflect condemnation from politicians and angry strangers with humor and song.
With Small Steps, Palestinians and Israelis Try to Tackle Gaza’s Ills
The resumption of cease-fire talks after days of violence revived hopes for joint projects on solar energy, sewage treatment and drinking water.
Cost of Botched Gaza Spy Mission? Israel’s Back on Brink of War
Israel and Hamas exchanged intense fire after a covert Israeli operation went awry. The resulting fighting threatened to scuttle peace talks.
Deadly Israeli Gaza Raid Threatens Nascent Cease-Fire
A covert mission apparently went awry on Sunday, leaving an Israeli lieutenant colonel and at least seven Palestinians dead and setting off a flurry of rocket fire and airstrikes.