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Israel & Middle East
Amir Tsarfati: Coming Northern Conflict — The Big War Has Yet To Commence
Once again, the months ahead will be a difficult time, but a necessary one. Already, Israel’s military has moved four divisions, or approximately 100,000 soldiers, to the north. This is four times the usual number.
Israel & Middle East
Israeli FM Warns UN: Failure To Adopt Resolution Calling For Hezbollah Disarmament Could Led To Expanded Regional War
“For the good of regional stability and to avoid further escalation, the next session of the UN Security Council must adopt a totally different approach in order to end the dangerous violations by Hezbollah and other terrorist groups on the border"
World News
Worldview With Amir Tsarfati: Preparing For Crisis
He was received with much fanfare at the White House by President Joe Biden, then he addressed a joint meeting of Congress. When he returns to Ukraine, he will take with him a promise by the US to send $1.8 billion in military aid.
Israel & Middle East
Hezbollah: Ready To Fight Israel Over Water Rights
“When the Lebanese state says that the Israelis are assaulting our waters and our oil, then we are ready to do our part in terms of pressure, deterrence and use of appropriate means – including force"
Anti-Semitism
Proudly Featuring Sole Surviving Terrorist, Palestinians ‘Celebrate’ 1972 Massacre That Killed 26 Including 17 Americans
The heinous festivities in Lebanon were held in tribute of the murders of 26 people near Tel Aviv 50 years ago, featuring the sole surviving terrorist of the attack.
Israel & Middle East
Israeli Defense Minister Sends Warning After Missiles Fire at The Jewish State From Lebanon
“The State of Israel demands that the Lebanese government take responsibility for what happens on its territory.”
Distress of Nations
Devastating Economic Crisis In Lebanon Sparks Protests; ‘People Can’t Afford Buying Bread’
“The rise in the exchange rate … caused very big problems. It made the Lebanese hungry, it made all citizens poor, citizens can’t afford filling up with fuel anymore. People can’t afford buying bread or food. Where are we heading?”
Israel & Middle East
Hezbollah Chief Says Terror Group Has 100K Fighters; ‘Region Has Never Seen Hezbollah As Strong As It Is Now’
Lashing out against the country’s Christian Lebanese Forces (LF) party and its head Samir Geagea, Hezbollah Chief Sayyed Hassan Nasrallah repeated accusations that they were responsible...
Israel & Middle East
MIDEAST REVIEW w/ Amir Tsarfati: High Alert!
Condemnation of Iran immediately sounded from many sides. Iran’s air defenses are now on high alert waiting for the expected response.
Israel & Middle East
Gantz Puts Hezbollah on Notice Amid Monitoring of Northern Border with Lebanon
Israel’s defense minister toured the northern border this week amid concern of imminent Hezbollah-related activity.
Israel & Middle East
Israel Has Unique Opportunity to Change Perceptions of Hezbollah – Report
Ex-IDF intelligence officials report flags multiple historic, unique opportunities Israel has to alter how Hezbollah is perceived worldwide
Distress of Nations
Arms Depot of Iran-Backed Hezbollah Explodes in Lebanon, Source Says
An arms depot of the Iran-backed terror group Hezbollah exploded in Lebanon on Tuesday injuring several people.
Middle East
Huge Blaze at Beirut Port Alarms Residents a Month after Massive Blast
A large fire erupted at Beirut Port on Thursday, engulfing parts of the Lebanese capital in a pall of smoke weeks after a massive blast devastated...
Israel & Middle East
Iranian Air Defense Systems Reportedly Deployed Near Border of Lebanon & Syria
Reports reveal Iranian air defense systems deployed near border between Syria & Lebanon to target Israeli aircraft seeking to enter the area
BREAKING NEWS
Macron says Lebanon has Promised to Form Cabinet within 2 Weeks
Lebanese leaders have promised to form a new government within two weeks, visiting French President Emmanuel Macron said on Tuesday.
Israel & Middle East
Israel Attacks Hezbollah in Lebanon After Shots Fired at Troops Near Border
Israeli warplanes struck Hezbollah targets near the border early Wednesday after shots where fired from Lebanon at IDF Tuesday Night.
Israel & Middle East
Following UAE, Lebanon’s President Opens Door to Possible Peace Talks with Israel
Lebanese President hints at possibility of peace talks with the Jewish State following the newfound relationship between Israel & the UAE.
Distress of Nations
Lebanese Prime Minister Announces Resignation of Government
Lebanon’s prime minister announces he and the entire cabinet were stepping down in wake of the Beirut explosion that triggered public fury, mass protests.
Canadian News
Canada’s Lebanon Relief Fund Includes Group Banned In Multiple Countries For Ties to Hamas
A charity accused of Hamas ties is among charities announced as partners in the Canadian government's Lebanon Relief Fund.
Distress of Nations
Lebanese Minister of Information, Several Other Lawmakers Resign Amid Growing National Anger
Manal Abdel-Samad submitted her resignation on Sunday in the wake of national protests targeted towards a corrupt government.
Distress of Nations
Large Protests Erupt in Lebanon’s Capital City Targeting Corrupt Officials
Leaders of the Lebanese government & Hezbollah facing significant pushback from protestors throughout Beirut; Protestors are now engaging security forces
Middle East
Pair of Explosions that Shook Beirut, Lebanon Tied to Hezbollah Weapon Production
2 explosions erupted in Beirut on Tuesday evening; Early reports suggested a fireworks warehouse, though newly surfaced information reveals otherwise
Middle East
Beirut Explosion Death Toll Skyrockets As Thousands Injured, 300,000+ Left Homeless
A massive explosion rocked Beirut on Tuesday, ambulances were transporting hundreds of injured people to local hospitals & dozens may have been killed.
Israel & Middle East
IDF Thwarts Hezbollah Terror Cell Infiltration Along Border with Lebanon
The IDF thwarted a Hezbollah terror attack near Mount Dov along the border with Lebanon on Monday; IDF spokesman: "We have some tense days ahead."
Israel & Middle East
Netanyahu Issues Warning to Lebanon & Syria as Tension Grows Amid Israeli Strike on Hezbollah Targets
Netanyahu warns the 2 northern nations after an exchange of fire on Friday; Tensions are growing after Israel killed a Hezbollah member near Damascus.
Lawlessness
Lebanese President Warns of Civil War Climate as Unrest Grows Amid Economic Downfall
Lebanese President issues warning of an ‘atmosphere of civil war’ as unrest continues to rise; As Lebanese pound declines nearly 75% since last October.
Lawlessness
Crumbling Economy & Corrupt Government – Unrest Continues Throughout Lebanon
As the civil unrest throughout the small Mediterranean country of Lebanon continues, riots and clashes with police forces took place again Friday evening.
Lawlessness
Lebanon: Clashes & Tear Gas in Beirut as Anti-Government Protests Turn to Riots
Lebanese riot police fired tear gas at protesters in Beirut on Saturday, after a planned anti-government demonstration quickly degenerated into rioting.
Distress of Nations
Iran Joins Lebanon, Turkey, and Syria in Economic Danger as Rial Takes Massive Dip in Two Days
Iranian Rial dropped nearly 10% between Sunday & Tuesday; US sanctions seen as primary source of Iran’s downward economic trend; COVID-19 is also a factor.
Middle East
Turkish Lira Drops to 7.02 Per US Dollar; Turkish & Lebanese Economies Continue to Struggle
The Lira meets record low; The reported value is now approximately 7.02 lira per US dollar; This comes after continual drops in previous weeks.
Europe
Mossad Gave Berlin Intel on Hezbollah Ops on German Soil Ahead of Ban — Report
Israel’s Mossad spy agency gave information to Germany on Hezbollah’s activities on its soil ahead of the country ban of the terror group this week.
Distress of Nations
Several Banks Set on Fire in Lebanon Amid Economic Protests
At least a dozen banks were set on fire and vandalized Tuesday evening throughout Lebanon; IMF warns of economic danger for the remainder of the year.
Middle East
Hezbollah-dominated government emerges in Lebanon for the first time since 1990
For the first time since the departure of Syrian troops from Lebanon in 1990, the latter country has a government in which only Hezbollah and its allies are represented.
Israel & Middle East
IDF Lays New Infrastructure to Detect Sounds of Hezbollah Digging Terror Tunnels
The IDF has begun deploying new sensors along the Lebanese border, which are able to detect and identify any sounds of digging by terrorist group Hezbollah.
Middle East
Lebanon protests turn violent outside central bank
Lebanese security forces lobbed tear gas at protesters who responded with rocks outside the country's central bank Tuesday, a violent turn after demonstrators returned to the streets following a weekslong lull.
Distress of Nations
Riots in Beirut for Second Night, Security Forces use Tear Gas on Protesters
Smoke engulfed central Beirut as security forces fired tear gas at a protest near Lebanon's parliament on Sunday in a second night of clashes.
Distress of Nations
Hezbollah Says It’s ‘Arms Wont Be Twisted’ as Lebanon Crisis Deepens
Political talks to agree an urgently needed Lebanese government are still deadlocked, three senior sources said on Sunday, as the powerful Shi'ite group Hezbollah indicated it would not be forced into concessions.
Distress of Nations
Lebanon PM sets Deadline to Resolve Crisis as Violent Protests Rage
The government scrapped a controversial plan to tax popular messaging app Whatsapp after nationwide protests.
