Moscow withdrew a key air defense system and some troops to bolster its war in Ukraine, officials said, potentially altering Israel’s calculations about striking Syria or arming Ukraine.
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As Violence Rises in the West Bank, Settler Attacks Raise Alarm
Attacks by settlers and Palestinians have both reached a five-year high. But unlike Palestinian suspects, violent settlers are rarely prosecuted.
Israeli Defense Officials Cast Doubt on Threat to Attack Iran
Israel has threatened military action to destroy Iran’s nuclear program if need be. But defense officials say Israel does not have the ability, at least not anytime soon.
Israel Finds Planes That Could Be Key to a Strike on Iran Badly Back-Ordered
The United States told Israel it was unlikely to deliver refueling tankers before 2024, amid tensions between the two nations over how to deal with Iran’s nuclear program.
Israel Advances Plan for New Settlement Homes, in First for Bennett Era
Approved despite the objections of the United States, critics say the new building will consolidate Israel’s presence in the West Bank and make it harder to create a Palestinian state.
In Reversal, Israel’s New Government Engages With Palestinian Authority
The government has held high-level meetings with Palestinian officials and aided the Palestinians economically, a sharp change from the previous government.
Deal Between UN and Qatar Provides Aid to Gazans, But Reconstruction is Elusive
Millions will be funneled to impoverished families under an agreement reached by the United Nations and Qatar, a step forward in firming up a cease-fire with Israel.
Deal Provides Aid to Gazans, but Reconstruction Is Elusive
Millions will be funneled to impoverished families under a pact announced by the United Nations and Qatar, a step forward in firming up a cease-fire with Israel.
Tensions Flare Again Along Israel-Lebanon Border
Militants in Lebanon fired rockets at Israel, which retaliated with artillery fire. Amid rising frictions in the region, Israeli officials hinted they would respond forcefully to recent escalations linked to Iran.
Amid the Shooting, Netanyahu’s Foes See an Opening, and Risks
Israeli politicians often close ranks in a crisis, but this time the prime minister’s enemies, trying to form a government and oust him, are blaming the violence on him.