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Jordan News
10-07-2025
- Politics
- Jordan News
Zamir: Gaza War Among Israel's Most Complex and Difficult Conflicts - Jordan News
Zamir: Gaza War Among Israel's Most Complex and Difficult Conflicts Israeli Chief of Staff Herzi Halevi stated on Wednesday that the war in the Gaza Strip is "one of the most complex and difficult wars" Israel has ever fought, and claimed that conditions are now favorable for a potential hostage deal. اضافة اعلان Speaking at a National Security College graduation ceremony, according to Yedioth Ahronoth, Zamir said: 'During Operation Chariots of Gideon—which has been ongoing since May—we have inflicted severe damage on Hamas's governance and military capabilities.' Since October 7, 2023, Israel—backed by unwavering U.S. support—has carried out what many describe as a genocidal campaign in Gaza, leaving over 195,000 Palestinians dead or wounded, the majority of whom are women and children, in addition to more than 10,000 missing and hundreds of thousands displaced. Despite the devastation, Al-Qassam Brigades, the armed wing of Hamas, continues to carry out attacks on Israeli troops and military vehicles across the Gaza Strip. Zamir claimed that the operational strength demonstrated by the Israeli military has now created a 'favorable environment for progressing toward a deal.' Indirect negotiations between Hamas and Israel are currently taking place in Qatar in a renewed attempt to reach a hostage exchange and ceasefire agreement. Israel estimates that 50 hostages are being held in Gaza, 20 of whom are believed to be alive, while Israel holds more than 10,800 Palestinians in its prisons, many of whom face torture, starvation, and medical neglect—conditions that have led to multiple deaths, according to Palestinian and Israeli human rights reports. Earlier on Wednesday, Hamas announced its agreement to release 10 Israeli hostages alive, describing the move as part of its flexibility in pursuit of an agreement. However, Israel remains intransigent on key points, including: The flow of humanitarian aid Withdrawal of Israeli forces from Gaza Firm guarantees for a permanent ceasefire Zamir reiterated that the war on Gaza is one of Israel's most complicated and challenging. The broader Arab-Israeli conflict has witnessed five major wars: in 1948, 1956, 1967, 1973, and 1982. More recently, Israel launched a 12-day war against Iran in June 2025. In Gaza, not a day passes without the Israeli army announcing casualties from Palestinian resistance attacks. Since the start of the war, 888 Israeli soldiers have been killed and 6,076 wounded, according to data published on the Israeli army's official website—though Israel maintains strict censorship over its military losses. — (Anadolu Agency)
Shafaq News
02-07-2025
- Politics
- Shafaq News
June's toll: +20 Israeli soldiers killed as Gaza
Shafaq News – Gaza June marked the deadliest month for Israeli forces in Gaza this year, with 20 soldiers and officers killed, according to Israeli media outlets. Yedioth Ahronoth reported that fifteen of the deaths occurred on June 24 during clashes with Palestinian fighters in the southern city of Khan Younis. Although Israeli Chief of Staff Herzi Halevi indicated that the military is approaching its operational objectives in Gaza, forces continue to encounter strong resistance, the paper noted. The escalation in hostilities has coincided with a renewed push on the diplomatic front to bring an end to the war. On Tuesday, US President Donald Trump announced that Israel had agreed 'to the necessary conditions to finalize' a 60-day ceasefire in Gaza. According to sources cited by Axios, the proposal outlines the removal of the remaining Hamas leadership, the establishment of an interim governing body backed by Arab states such as Egypt and the United Arab Emirates, and the release of all hostages held in Gaza. The framework also includes provisions for opening exit routes for Gazans who wish to leave, reviving regional normalization talks, and expanding the Abraham Accords to incorporate Saudi Arabia and Syria. A potential US move to recognize limited Israeli sovereignty in parts of the West Bank is also being weighed as part of the broader deal.
Days of Palestine
01-07-2025
- Politics
- Days of Palestine
Israel's Army Admits Defeating Hamas Is Impossible After Its Soldiers Ambushed
DayofPal– Israeli media have revealed growing rifts between the political and military leadership within the Israeli establishment, as the war in Gaza drags on with mounting military losses and intensifying political and security pressure. Channel 13 reported that the most recent meeting of Israel's security cabinet was marked by intense tension and sharp disagreements between military commanders and government officials, highlighting increasing discord over the war's goals and strategy. According to Yedioth Ahronoth, military sources within the Israeli army have expressed strong opposition to the idea of fully occupying the Gaza Strip, warning that such a move would come at an unsustainable military and economic cost. They also conveyed deep concern over far-right ministers who are calling for a prolonged war, describing the notion of subjugating Hamas as 'impossible.' Meanwhile, the American news site Axios cited a senior Israeli official saying that Hamas is demanding firm guarantees that the war will end, while Israel refuses to commit to a permanent ceasefire following any temporary truce. This deadlock underscores the complexity of ongoing negotiations and the dim prospects for de-escalation. Adding to the internal anxiety, Channel 12 reported that the Israeli Chief of Staff warned in a closed meeting that expanding ground operations in Gaza could endanger the Israeli captives held there, with the risk of their deaths increasing. He admitted that the conditions for the captives are 'extremely dire,' a rare and stark acknowledgment of the military's failure to recover them after more than eight months of warfare. June has proven to be the bloodiest month for Israeli forces since the start of 2025. Twenty soldiers have been killed in Gaza during the month alone, despite the Strip now being considered a 'secondary front' due to Israel's escalating military confrontations with Iran. Yedioth Ahronoth reported that 15 of those soldiers were killed in fierce battles in Khan Younis on June 24, while another, from the Combat Engineering Battalion 601, was killed during fighting in northern Gaza on Sunday. Although the frequency of clashes has reportedly decreased, battles between the Israeli army and Palestinian resistance fighters are ongoing. The paper, however, did not provide cumulative monthly casualty figures for 2025 so far. Official data from the Israeli military shows that since the start of the Gaza war on October 7, 2023, 880 soldiers and officers have been killed, and over 6,000 have been wounded in what has become a prolonged and brutal campaign. Despite Israel launching simultaneous attacks in Syria, Lebanon, and the occupied West Bank, and carrying out sporadic airstrikes in Yemen, Gaza has remained the central theater of Israeli military attacks until recently. The outbreak of direct war with Iran has forced a strategic shift, prompting the redeployment of large numbers of troops from Gaza to other fronts. Chief of Staff Herzi Halevi claimed the army is 'close to achieving its declared objectives' in Gaza. Yet, those soldiers still stationed in the Strip continue to face fierce resistance from Palestinian factions, who are effectively using improvised explosive devices, mortar shells, and guerrilla tactics to repel incursions. On June 13, Israel, with direct U.S. military backing, launched a massive military assault on Iran. The 12-day campaign targeted military sites, nuclear facilities, and civilian infrastructure, killing hundreds, including senior military commanders and scientists. Iran retaliated with a barrage of missiles and drones, many of which penetrated Israel's air defenses and inflicted heavy human and material losses. While international and media attention have shifted toward the Iran-Israel war, Palestinian resistance in Gaza has not abated. At the same time, Israeli attacks on civilians continue relentlessly. Since the beginning of the war, around 190,000 Palestinians have been killed or wounded, most of them children and women. Over 11,000 are still missing, as Gaza faces a devastating blockade, a spiraling famine, and a humanitarian crisis, all under an open-ended U.S. political and military umbrella. Shortlink for this post:
Daily News Egypt
14-06-2025
- Politics
- Daily News Egypt
Israel intensifies strikes on Iran as Tehran retaliates with hundreds of ballistic missiles
Tensions between Israel and Iran reached unprecedented levels on Saturday as Tel Aviv launched a fresh wave of airstrikes on Iranian nuclear and military sites in Tehran, Kermanshah, and Abadan. Both Israeli and Iranian sources reported the killing of several high-ranking Iranian military commanders. According to the Israeli military, over 70 fighter jets took part in the overnight raids. A military spokesperson declared Israel had secured 'aerial freedom of movement' from western Iran to the capital. Chief of Staff Herzi Halevi proclaimed that 'Tehran is no longer safe' and that 'the road to Iran is now open.' In response, Iran launched 'Operation True Promise 3' late Friday night, unleashing a barrage of ballistic missile attacks on dozens of Israeli military targets. The Islamic Revolutionary Guard Corps (IRGC) announced that the campaign would continue 'until the Zionist enemy regrets its actions,' accusing Israel of killing children in residential areas. Iranian media reported that air defence systems were activated in Tehran, with loud explosions and bright flashes lighting up the night sky. The semi-official Fars News Agency claimed that an Israeli aircraft was downed and its pilot captured—a claim the Israeli occupation forces have denied. Amid the escalating conflict, Israel shut down Ben Gurion Airport and placed Tel Aviv on high alert. CNN reported that hospitals had begun moving patients into fortified underground wards in anticipation of further attacks. In Ramat Gan, the mayor described 'unimaginable destruction' from Iranian missile strikes, which damaged dozens of buildings and caused multiple casualties. In a notable development, Iranian state media quoted official sources saying that Tehran had formally informed the United States, United Kingdom, and France of its plans to launch large-scale attacks on Israel. Tehran warned that any foreign intervention would trigger retaliatory strikes on foreign military bases and naval assets in the Gulf and Red Sea. Iranian officials also hinted at the possible closure of the strategic Strait of Hormuz—a vital route for global oil shipments. Israeli Prime Minister Benjamin Netanyahu declared that 'Tel Aviv will not allow Iran to possess nuclear weapons,' confirming a strike on Iran's senior nuclear leadership and describing the attack on the Fordow uranium enrichment site as 'a devastating blow.' Military sources quoted by The Times of Israel said the operation was still ongoing, with several nuclear sites yet to be targeted. The offensive, they stated, is intended to 'degrade Iran's ballistic missile capabilities' and weaken its regional deterrence. Politically, Iran's parliamentary Committee on National Security and Foreign Policy announced a suspension of nuclear talks with the United States, asserting that 'there is no point in negotiating with a party that supports Israel.' Iran's Foreign Ministry condemned what it called 'efforts to justify blatant aggression' by Israel's allies, accusing them of being 'accomplices in war crimes.' On the international stage, China expressed grave concern. Its ambassador to the United Nations condemned Israel for 'violating Iranian sovereignty' and urged an immediate cessation of hostilities. Meanwhile, US Defence Secretary Pete Hegseth said the door remained open for Iran to return to negotiations. In a strong statement of solidarity, Pakistani Defence Minister Khawaja Muhammad Asif voiced full support for Iran, urging Muslim nations to unite against what he described as 'Israeli aggression in Iran, Yemen, and Palestine.' He called on Islamic countries maintaining ties with Israel to sever them and requested an emergency summit of the Organisation of Islamic Cooperation (OIC). In Iraq, senior security officials told AFP that Baghdad had formally requested Tehran to avoid targeting US interests on Iraqi territory in a bid to prevent broader regional escalation. The post Israel intensifies strikes on Iran as Tehran retaliates with hundreds of ballistic missiles appeared first on Dailynewsegypt.
Yahoo
13-06-2025
- Politics
- Yahoo
Israel strikes Iran near Fordow nuclear facility
Israeli forces have attacked missile launchers and infrastructure in Iran, with explosions heard near a nuclear site in Fordow. Source: Iranian news agency Fars; The Times of Israel; BBC Details: Media reports say two explosions occurred in the area, where the nuclear facility is located several hundred metres underground. Herzi Halevi, Chief of Staff of the Israel Defence Forces, said Israeli forces continue to strike Iran "with full force". He said Israel remains focused on two main objectives: defence and offence. Halevi added that the situation will become even more difficult, and Israeli forces must be ready for a range of scenarios that they have trained for. Major General Tomer Bar, Commander of the Israeli Air Force, said the country's presence in western Iran is "critical. Every launcher we strike saves lives in the State of Israel." The Times of Israel also reported that Iranian air defences had shot down an Israeli drone near the Fordow nuclear site. Background: On the night of 12-13 June, Israel attacked Tehran and its outskirts and other cities across the country. Israel described its attack as preemptive and aimed at undermining Iran's nuclear programme and targeting military facilities. The strikes reportedly killed Major General Hossein Salami, Commander-in-Chief of the Islamic Revolutionary Guard Corps (IRGC), Major General Gholamali Rashid, head of the IRGC's Khatam-al Anbiya Central Headquarters, Major General Mohammad Bagheri, Chief of Staff of Iran's Armed Forces, and six nuclear scientists. Brigadier General Abolfazl Shekarchi, spokesperson for Iran's Armed Forces, said that Tehran would respond to Israel's strikes, noting that the United States would "pay dearly" despite Washington's assurances of its non-involvement. US Secretary of State Marco Rubio described Israel's actions as "unilateral", though the US was aware of the planned strikes. Support Ukrainska Pravda on Patreon!
