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Israeli Prime Minister Benjamin Netanyahu has ordered the postponement of a number of measures concerning the Gaza Strip — the departure of Palestinians for police training in Egypt, the deployment of an international stabilization force, and the arrival of the National Committee for the Administration of Gaza — until the October 27 elections, Israeli media report.
Otabek YusupovDays before Israel's election, the campaign has turned to insulting and incendiary tactics, including the use of AI-generated images. Polls show Benjamin Netanyahu's bloc running neck-and-neck with Gadi Eisenkot's bloc. Candidates who lost loved ones in the wars following the October 7, 2023 Hamas attack have also been hit by personal attacks. Days before Israel’s election, the campaign has turned to insulting and inflammatory tactics, including the use of AI-generated images. According to polls, Benjamin Netanyahu’s bloc is running “neck and neck” with Gadi Eisenkot’s bloc. Candidates who lost loved ones in the wars following the Hamas attack of October 7, 2023 have also been hit by personal attacks.
Otabek YusupovDruze leader Walid Jumblatt told The National that Israel plans to remain in southern Lebanon for decades and is expanding its zones of control on three fronts. He criticized US policy, the Lebanese government's course, and the stance of part of the Druze community in Syria. Druze leader Walid Jumblatt told The National in an interview that Israel plans to remain in southern Lebanon for decades and is expanding its zones of control on three fronts. He criticized US policy, the course of the Lebanese government, and the stance of part of the Druze community in Syria.
Otabek YusupovAccording to Axios, citing an American source, the White House sees Israeli Prime Minister Benjamin Netanyahu's active lobbying as a sign that he believes he is trailing in the election. Netanyahu spoke with Donald Trump twice in three days, asking him to reinforce his recent endorsement. TV polls show the prime minister's coalition is not gaining a majority.
Otabek YusupovOn October 24, a mass protest against Benjamin Netanyahu's government took place in Tel Aviv. Demonstrators demanded the creation of an independent state commission of inquiry into the security failure that failed to prevent the Hamas attack on October 7, 2023. The rally, organized by the October Council, was held three days before the parliamentary elections on October 27.
Otabek YusupovAccording to medical sources, at least six Palestinians were killed and ten wounded, including five university students, in Israeli attacks across the Gaza Strip on Sunday. The strike hit the campus of the Islamic University in Gaza City, as well as areas in the north, south and center of the enclave. Sources characterize the attacks as violations of the ceasefire agreement.
Otabek YusupovIsraeli Prime Minister Benjamin Netanyahu, two days before the parliamentary elections scheduled for October 27, published on the social network X an AI-generated image of a nuclear explosion over a city resembling Tel Aviv. He called Iran an existential threat. His opponent Gadi Eisenkot accused the prime minister of intimidating voters.
Otabek YusupovIran's Foreign Minister Abbas Araghchi said that the recent war with the United States and Israel has changed everything in the region, including the regime governing the Strait of Hormuz. Tehran insists on its right to control the passage of vessels, while Washington demands free navigation. Talks to resolve the conflict have stalled amid rising tensions.
Aziz KarimovThe Bank of Israel stated on Saturday that cryptocurrencies cannot be used to circumvent potential economic sanctions. This statement was a response to an interview with Prime Minister Benjamin Netanyahu, who discussed plans to prepare alternative financial mechanisms, including the use of cryptocurrencies. Opposition leaders Yair Lapid and Yoav Horowitz criticized Netanyahu's remarks, warning of severe economic consequences. The exchange took place three days before the Knesset elections, amid growing debates about the economic impact of Netanyahu's policies and increasing European calls for measures against Israel due to the Gaza war and settlement activities. The Bank of Israel said on Saturday that cryptocurrencies cannot be used to circumvent possible economic sanctions. The statement was a response to an interview by Prime Minister Benjamin Netanyahu, who spoke of plans to prepare alternative financial mechanisms. The opposition criticized the head of government's words three days before the Knesset elections.
Aziz KarimovOn the eve of Israel's election, centrist candidate Gadi Eisenkot and his Yashar party are emphasizing his Moroccan origins, campaigning actively in Sderot — a traditional Likud stronghold with a large Moroccan Jewish community. The campaign has sharpened the long-standing divide in Israeli politics between Ashkenazim and Mizrahim. One day before Israel's election, centrist candidate Gadi Eisenkot and his party 'Yashar' are emphasizing his Moroccan origins, campaigning actively in Sderot — a traditional Likud stronghold with a large Moroccan Jewish community. The campaign has sharpened the long-standing split in Israeli politics between Ashkenazim and Mizrahim.
Otabek YusupovAt the first hearing of the case against 35 defendants, including Israeli Prime Minister Benjamin Netanyahu, the Istanbul High Criminal Court ordered an investigation into claims that Turkish citizens took part in mistreating flotilla activists while they were in Israeli custody. The court kept the arrest warrants and Interpol requests in force, ordered evidence to be gathered on crimes against civilians in Gaza, and requested documents from the ICC and the UN. The hearing was adjourned until 30 March 2027. At the first hearing of the case against 35 defendants, including Israeli Prime Minister Benjamin Netanyahu, the Istanbul heavy penal court ordered an examination of claims that Turkish citizens were involved in the mistreatment of flotilla activists held in Israeli custody. The court kept the arrest warrants and Interpol requests in place, ordered evidence to be gathered on crimes against civilians in Gaza, and requested documents from the ICC and the UN. The hearing was adjourned until March 30, 2027.
Aziz KarimovThe exemption of ultra-Orthodox Jews from service in the Israeli army has become a central issue of the election campaign. Clashes with military police, a Supreme Court ruling, ultimatums from Haredi parties and a split in society are putting Benjamin Netanyahu's coalition at risk. Exemption of ultra-Orthodox Jews from service in the Israeli army has become a central issue of the election campaign. Conflicts with the military police, a Supreme Court ruling, Haredi party ultimatums and a split in society put Benjamin Netanyahu's coalition at risk.
Otabek YusupovDays before the election, residents of northern Israel, including reservists who returned from Lebanon, told The National of the need to change the government and remove Benjamin Netanyahu. They tie their demands to the aftermath of the war with Hezbollah, the evacuation of about 70,000 people, and the security failures of October 7, 2023. Days before the election, residents of northern Israel, including reservists who have returned from Lebanon, told The National that the government must be changed and Benjamin Netanyahu removed from power. They tie these demands to the aftermath of the war with Hezbollah, the evacuation of about 70,000 people, and the security failures of October 7, 2023.
Otabek YusupovThe Israel Defense Forces announced the complete closure of land crossings into the West Bank on October 27, the day of the parliamentary elections, and a ban on Palestinian workers entering and leaving. The measures became part of a large-scale operation in Hebron following the deaths of two Israeli soldiers. Figures on the number of displaced residents differ: from 2,000 to 2,500 people according to various sources. The Israel Defense Forces announced the complete closure of land crossings into the West Bank on October 27, the day of the parliamentary elections, and a ban on Palestinian workers entering or leaving. The measures became part of a large-scale operation in Hebron following the deaths of two Israeli soldiers. Figures on the number of displaced residents differ: from 2,000 to 2,500 people according to various sources.
Otabek YusupovAfter an attack on a checkpoint near Hebron in which two Israeli soldiers were killed, the army began demolishing houses and carrying out mass searches. According to varying estimates by Palestinian officials, between 150 and 250 families have been evicted; the defense minister speaks of 2,000 displaced. The operation comes days before Israel's general election. After an attack on a checkpoint near Hebron in which two Israeli servicemen were killed, the army began demolishing homes and carrying out mass searches. According to varying estimates by Palestinian officials, between 150 and 250 families have been evicted; the defense minister speaks of 2,000 displaced. The operation is taking place days before Israel's general election.
Aziz KarimovDays before the Knesset elections, Yashar party leader Gadi Eisenkot accused Prime Minister Benjamin Netanyahu of losing touch with reality over his plan to prepare alternative payment methods in case of international sanctions. Criticism of the plan has also come from Israeli economic circles. Days before the Knesset election, Yashar party leader Gadi Eisenkot accused Prime Minister Benjamin Netanyahu of losing touch with reality over his plan to prepare alternative payment methods in case of international sanctions. The plan was also criticized in Israeli economic circles.
Otabek YusupovAfter a shooting at a checkpoint near Hebron (Al-Khalil) in which two Israeli soldiers were killed, Israel closed the West Bank completely and launched a multi-day military operation in the city. According to Wafa, dozens of families have been displaced, buildings demolished and at least 13 people detained. Human rights groups and the Palestinian Authority condemned the actions. After a shooting at a checkpoint near Hebron (Al-Khalil) in which two Israeli soldiers were killed, Israel completely closed the West Bank and launched a multi-day military operation in the city. According to Wafa, dozens of families have been displaced, buildings demolished, and at least 13 people detained. Human rights groups and the Palestinian National Authority condemned the actions.
Otabek YusupovJohn McDonnell, an MP from the ruling Labour Party, called on the British government to impose full sanctions and political isolation on Israel amid reports of collective punishment of Palestinians in Hebron. Earlier, Netanyahu announced preparations for a large-scale operation in the West Bank of the Jordan River.
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