EU, UN Urge ‘Restraint,’ Call for ‘Independent Investigation’ of Hezbollah Rocket Attack on Majdal Shams

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By  Hana Levi Julian  – 22 Tammuz 5784 – July 28, 2024  The European Union and United Nations condemned a horrific Hezbollah rocket attack Saturday on northern Israel that killed 12 children and wounded 30 others while they were playing soccer in the Israeli Druze village of Majdal Shams. The rocket used in the attack was an Iranian-made Falaq-1 that carried a warhead with 53-kilograms explosives, the Israel Defense Forces found in its initial investigation. But despite their condemnations, top officials in both international bodies urged “restraint,” while offering no proposals that would end the threat to northern Israel posed by …

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Time Is Short, You Need To Make A Decision

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Believe in the Lord Jesus, and you will be saved! In the New Testament, a jailer at Philippin asked, “Sirs, what must I do to be saved?” (Acts 16:30). Paul and Silas answered, “Believe in the Lord Jesus, and you will be saved” (Acts 16:31). What does it mean to believe in the Lord Jesus Christ? What does it mean to be saved? First of all, it means being saved by faith, not works, Ephesians 2:8-9 says, “For by grace you have been saved through faith. And this is not your own doing; it is the gift of God, not …

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Iran threatens to expand war if US resumes strikes, which it says Israel is pushing for

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Ahead of Trump-Netanyahu meet, Iran says conflict will spread ‘geographically’ if US renews strikes after 2 days of quiet; reports progress on talks with Oman on Strait of Hormuz By Agencies and ToI Staff26 July 2026, 1:31 pm This screen grab made on July 26, 2026 from footage released by the US Central Command (CENTCOM) on July 25, 2026 shows what CENTCOM says are operations enforcing its naval blockade against Iran. (US CENTRAL COMMAND (CENTCOM) / AFP) TEHRAN, Iran — Iran’s army warned on Sunday that the Middle East war would widen if the United States chose to press ahead with attacks on …

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Report: US special forces preparing potential raid to seize Iran’s enriched uranium

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Possible targets included the damaged Fordo and Isfahan facilities, as well as the underground Pickaxe Mountain complex near Natanz i24NEWS 3 min read July 25, 2026 at 12:33 PM US special operations forces were preparing for a possible mission to seize enriched uranium from Iran’s fortified nuclear facilities, the New York Post reported, citing a source familiar with military planning and US security experts. The operation could involve thousands of troops securing nuclear sites, clearing damaged or booby-trapped entrances and establishing protected routes to an airfield. A smaller team of special operators would then enter the facilities and remove the nuclear material, …

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Rare find dating back to First Temple period unearthed in Jerusalem

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 July 27, 2026 Ancient figurine mold dating back to the First Temple period discovered in Jerusalem. (Emil Aladjem, Israel Antiquities Authority) Rare First Temple-era figurine mold discovered in near the Tower of the David in Jerusalem. By World Israel News Staff Archaeologists excavating near the Tower of David Jerusalem Museum have uncovered a rare clay mold used to produce the face of a female figurine during the First Temple period, the Israel Antiquities Authority announced. The artifact, dating from between the eighth and sixth centuries BCE, is the first figurine-production mold from the period ever found in Jerusalem. Researchers said …

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Report: Netanyahu to refuse Trump demand for IDF withdrawal

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 July 27, 2026 IDF troops in Lebanon (IDF) Lebanon’s army has begun deploying into areas vacated by Israeli troops under a U.S.-brokered ceasefire. By World Israel News Staff Prime Minister Benjamin Netanyahu told members of his cabinet that President Donald Trump is pressing Israel to carry out a sweeping military withdrawal from Gaza, southern Lebanon, and parts of Syria — a demand the premier reportedly said he intends to reject, according to a report by Hebrew-language outlet Channel 13 News. According to the report, Netanyahu told ministers that he “intends to stand on my own two feet and resist” pressure from …

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Netanyahu set to depart for US trip, White House meeting with Trump

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Police probing gunfire at Jewish-owned bakery in Toronto as possible hate crime * Board of Peace Gaza rep praises cabinet decision to allow international force into Strip By ToI Staff Today, 4:12 am Prime Minister Benjamin Netanyahu boards the Wing of Zion plane at Ben Gurion Airport ahead of a trip to the United States, February 2, 2025. (Avi Ohayon/GPO) The Times of Israel is liveblogging Monday’s events as they unfold. 5min ago IDF confirms two drones shot down over Jordan’s border By Emanuel Fabian The IDF confirms two drones were shot down over the Jordan border a short while ago. The …

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Syrian president: We will not intervene militarily in Lebanon

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Syrian President Ahmad al-Sharaa says Damascus won’t involve itself militarily in Lebanon, but warns internal instability there would have serious repercussions for Syria. Published: Jul 27, 2026, 8:28 AM (GMT+3) Syria’s President Ahmed al-SharaaReuters Syrian President Ahmad al-Sharaa said in an interview with Al Jazeera that Syria does not intend to intervene militarily in Lebanon. However, he warned that Damascus is deeply concerned about the possibility of internal unrest in Lebanon, saying such a scenario would have a direct and negative impact on Syria. Al-Sharaa also emphasized that allowing groups outside the authority of the state to possess weapons has led …

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Iran strikes on CIA facilities in Gulf prompt questions about possible Russian role — sources

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By Reuters22 July 2026, 9:36 pm The US embassy headquarters in Riyadh is pictured on March 3, 2026, after it was hit by drone strikes earlier. (AFP) Iranian drone attacks on CIA facilities in the Gulf have prompted US intelligence analysts to investigate whether Russia assisted by providing targeting information or advanced drone technology, say four people familiar with US intelligence. These people, who spoke on condition of anonymity to discuss national security matters, say US intelligence officials have not yet reached firm conclusions about the possible Russian involvement in the attacks on CIA facilities. But they cite the strikes’ effectiveness …

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US hits Iran for 12th consecutive night, IRGC declares Strait ‘completely closed’

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CENTCOM completes its 12th consecutive night of strikes on Iranian military sites, while the IRGC declares the Strait of Hormuz closed and warns uncoordinated ships against transit. Published: Jul 23, 2026, 1:15 AM (GMT+3) Updated: 6:31 US Central Command (CENTCOM) announced early Thursday morning that US forces began launching more strikes against Iranian military targets, marking the twelfth night in a row of such strikes. “The mission will continue to further degrade Iran’s ability to threaten civilian mariners and commercial vessels transiting regional waters,” it said. Prior to the official announcement, explosions were reported in several areas across Iran, including in Bandar …

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US strikes Iran for 9th night, confirms American servicemember killed in Iraq

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Explosions reported in several Iranian cities as IRGC claims it hit oil tankers trying to cross Hormuz, struck assets in Kuwait; Iran said to suspect US planning ground operation By Agencies, ToI Staff, Emanuel Fabian Followand Nava Freiberg FollowToday, 9:48 am Video footage shared by US Central Command on July 19, 2026, shows forces launching a ninth consecutive evening of strikes against Iran. (US Central Command video, screenshot via X) US forces struck Iran for a ninth consecutive day on Monday as the number of confirmed American military deaths in the renewed fighting rose to three, and concerns grew over shipping through the Strait of Hormuz, …

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Israel on ‘high alert’ ahead of possible Iran campaign

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Jerusalem is maintaining maximum readiness and has identified three scenarios that could draw Israel into the campaign against Iran. Officials are also concerned that civilian flights could be canceled as US refueling aircraft crowd regional airspace, while security arrangements for senior officials are being reassessed amid assassination threats. by  Shirit Avitan Cohen  Published on  07-19-2026 22:39  Last modified: 07-19-2026 22:39 US President Donald Trump and Prime Minister Benjamin Netanyahu against the backdrop of Iran. Photo: AP, AFP, EPA Amid the escalating confrontation between Iran and the United States, Israeli officials say Jerusalem and Washington are maintaining close coordination and direct contact. “The Israel Defense …

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US warplanes strike in southern Iran, CENTCOM wraps up eighth round of strikes – report

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This comes after CENTCOM said that it had completed its eighth consecutive night of strikes against Iran overnight on Saturday. Smoke rises from an explosion at an unknown location, during what U.S. Central Command (CENTCOM) says are strikes on Iran, in this screen grab taken from a handout video released on July 18, 2026.(photo credit: U.S. Central Command/Handout via REUTERS)ByJERUSALEM POST STAFFJULY 19, 2026 12:27Updated: JULY 19, 2026 12:29 US warplanes reportedly struck near the city of Shadagan in southern Iran on Sunday, state TV reported. Earlier on Sunday, US Central Command (CENTCOM) said that it had completed its eighth consecutive night …

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Seventh consecutive night: US launches strikes targeting Iranian military assets

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CENTCOM conducting seventh straight night of precision strikes against Iranian military targets, with explosions reported in Bandar Abbas. Israel National News Published: Jul 17, 2026, 11:06 PM (GMT+3) Updated: 7/18/2026, 2:25:10 AM IranUS-IranBandar AbbasCENTCOMRoaring Lion US strikes in IranCENTCOM US Central Command (CENTCOM) announced on Friday that its forces launched a round of strikes against Iran for the seventh consecutive night. “The strikes are designed to continue degrading Iranian military capabilities at the Commander in Chief’s direction,” it stated. About two hours before CENTCOM’s official announcement, Iranian media reported explosions in the port city of Bandar Abbas. Residents also reported hearing explosions …

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Iran said to tell Hezbollah, allies to prepare for wider conflict, which could rope in Israel

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8 reported killed in overnight US strikes on Iran; IRGC says it targeted US aircraft, radar systems in Jordan and Qatar; Kuwait says water plant hit, troops hurt in drone attacks By Agencies and ToI Staff17 July 2026, 6:07 pmUpdated at 11:22 pm Hezbollah supporters wave Hezbollah and Iranian flags during a gathering in Beirut’s southern suburbs, Lebanon, July 8, 2026. (AP Photo/Mustafa Jamalddine) Iran has reportedly told its regional allies, including Hezbollah, to prepare for the possibility of a broader conflict amid military escalations with the United States, raising the prospect of Israel becoming directly involved in the fighting. Leaders of the …

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Iran warns Strait of Hormuz is a ‘red line’ and vows to resist until the end

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Expanding strikes, US hits targets around Tehran and province that is home to Iran’s missile program * Kuwait downs Iranian drones as air raid sirens sound in Bahrain By ToI StaffToday, 2:32 amShare Screen capture from video of Iran’s military spokesperson Brigadier General Mohammad Akraminia, January 2026. (YouTube; used in accordance with Clause 27a of the Copyright Law) The Times of Israel is liveblogging Thursday’s events as they unfold. Woman killed by passing vehicle after exiting car on side of highway A woman has been killed after being hit by a car on a highway near the Iron Interchange in northern …

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