Israeli military unveils new ‘dual-use’ tank
The Israeli army on Thursday revealed details of a new tank it is developing, designed more for use in guerrilla warfare conditions.
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Russia concerned about military confrontation between Israel and Iran
Moscow is concerned by a possible military escalation between Iran and Israel and is doing everything possible to prevent a conflict between them, Russian Ambassador to Iran Levan Dzhagaryan said in an interview with Russian daily Kommersant on Wednesday.
Russian Envoy Briefs Iranian Regime on Trump-Putin Summit’s Syria Message
A top Russian envoy arrived in Tehran on Wednesday to brief Iranian leaders following this week’s summit in Helsinki between Russian President Vladimir Putin and US President Donald Trump.
Pastor Brunson Faces Outlandish Charges in Turkish Court
On Wednesday American pastor Andrew Brunson — unjustly detained in a Turkish prison for almost 20 months — will appear in court. Turkish judges refused to release him after his previous two hearings on April 16 and May 7.
IDF using autonomous drone system to try to intercept Gaza kites, balloons
The Israeli military has begun using an autonomous drone system to counter the threat of incendiary kites and balloons in the Gaza Strip, Hadashot news reported Tuesday.
Army told to prepare for large-scale military operation in Gaza
Israel’s political leadership has reportedly instructed the army to prepare for a military offensive in the Gaza Strip, to be initiated if the launching of incendiary devices from the Hamas-run coastal enclave into Israeli territory continues.
National Guard deployment led to more than 10,000 arrests of illegal immigrants, says CBP
The National Guard’s deployment to the southwest border in mid-April has led to 10,805 ‘deportable alien arrests’ of people who illegally entered the United States from Mexico, a U.S. Customs and Border Protection spokeswoman said Monday.
Hamas plans to attack Israel with ‘exploding drones’
Hamas has been diverting resources intended for civilian development in Gaza to enhance its military capabilities, including a growing drone program.
Israel said to strike Iran-linked base in northern Syria
Israel on Sunday night attacked a military base near Aleppo in northern Syria, the country’s official news agency SANA reported, citing a military source.
IDF deploys Iron Dome in central Israel, reinforces batteries in the south
The IDF deployed Iron Dome missile defense batteries across central Israel and reinforced the batteries in the south of the country, the military announced Sunday evening.
Mission accomplished: Trump says NATO members agree to spend more on defense
President Trump’s bare-knuckles diplomacy agitated NATO allies, but he said it paid off.
IDF strikes three military targets in Syrian Golan heights
The IDF spokesperson confirmed in a statement early Thursday morning that Israel attacked three military posts in Syria late Wednesday night.
U.S., France and Gulf allies agree to new round of talks on Syria
French President Emmanuel Macron and President Trump on the sidelines of the NATO summit in Brussels have reportedly agreed on a plan to push Middle East allies Saudi Arabia, Egypt and Jordan to start talks on way to put an end to Syria’s seven-year civil war.
Russia moving into Libya
U.S. intelligence agencies are closely monitoring Russian military activities in Libya for signs that Moscow may soon build a military base in the divided North African state.
60 Churches Bombed or Burned: Kachin Christians Facing Genocide in Burma
Northwood Church founder Pastor Bob Roberts worries if the US Congress doesn’t act soon, ethnic Kachin Christians in Burma may face the same plight as the Rohingya. He believes prayer and action can make the difference in saving them.
NATO Summit to Begin; Trump Says Allies ‘Must Pay MORE,’ the US ‘Must Pay LESS’
On the eve of NATO’s annual summit, secretary-general Jens Stoltenberg reported that all 29 alliance members are increasing their military spending, adding that President Trump’s ‘leadership’ on the issue ‘is clearly having an impact.’
Tensions soar as Syrian fight nears Israeli border — with possible Iranian military presence
It was yet another sign that the Syrian civil war, with a possible Iranian military presence, has arrived on Israel’s doorstep.
China dominates armed-drone market by selling to customers in terrorist hotbeds
China’s no-rules approach to armed drone exports has Beijing positioned to dominate the rapidly growing multibillion-dollar market, frustrating American companies while presenting real national security dangers for the Trump administration.
Syria says Israel struck Iran-operated airbase near Homs
Syria on Sunday accused Israel of targeting an air base in the central Homs province known to be operated by Iranian forces, claiming that its air defenses were activated in response to the attack and hit an Israeli jet.
Report: Hamas increases training ahead of possible war with Israel
Hamas has increased its training in preparation for a possible conflict with Israel, defense officials warned on Sunday.