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Wednesday, April 08, 2026
Israel Strikes Lebanon Despite Ceasefire Deal
THE TELEGRAPH: Israel will continue strikes and ground operations in Lebanon, insisting the ceasefire agreed last night only applies to the war with Iran.
Benjamin Netanyahu, the Israeli prime minister, said the agreement between the US and Iran did not cover the fight against Hezbollah and that the Israeli Defence Forces (IDF) would continue their operations.
This morning, the IDF issued another evacuation order covering the southern suburbs of Beirut and fired a wave of missiles. » | Robert White. Harriet Barber. Emily Blumenthal. Abbir Dib | Wednesday, April 8, 2026
Benjamin Netanyahu, the Israeli prime minister, said the agreement between the US and Iran did not cover the fight against Hezbollah and that the Israeli Defence Forces (IDF) would continue their operations.
This morning, the IDF issued another evacuation order covering the southern suburbs of Beirut and fired a wave of missiles. » | Robert White. Harriet Barber. Emily Blumenthal. Abbir Dib | Wednesday, April 8, 2026
Max Blumenthal on the Israeli Network in the White House
Sunday, April 05, 2026
Does Israel Have a ‘Right to Exist’? Mehdi Debunks This ‘Bullsh*t’ Argument
Apr 5, 2026 | For decades, Mehdi has been challenging hardcore Zionists and far-right Israel supporters. One question continues to come up: “Does Israel have a right to exist?”
If you've ever been caught in that debate, you're not alone — it’s a common talking point used to shut down critical discussions about Israel.
In his latest monologue, Mehdi dismantles the "bullshit argument" used as Israeli propaganda and gives everyone three powerful counter-arguments to use when faced with the demand to recognize Israel's right to exist.
These are Mehdi Hasan’s views. They should in no way be misconstrued as my own. I post this merely as food for thought. — © Mark Alexander
If you've ever been caught in that debate, you're not alone — it’s a common talking point used to shut down critical discussions about Israel.
In his latest monologue, Mehdi dismantles the "bullshit argument" used as Israeli propaganda and gives everyone three powerful counter-arguments to use when faced with the demand to recognize Israel's right to exist.
These are Mehdi Hasan’s views. They should in no way be misconstrued as my own. I post this merely as food for thought. — © Mark Alexander
Saturday, April 04, 2026
Israel Carries Out Strikes on Beirut and Tyre | BBC News
Apr 4, 2026 | Officials in Lebanon say a hospital in the city of Tyre has been damaged in Israeli airstrikes on nearby buildings, leaving 11 people injured.
Tens of thousands of people have been forced to leave their homes, with an evacuation order in place.
There have also been reports of Israeli strikes in the capital city Beirut, and the US government has urged all Americans to leave Lebanon immediately, following a similar warning for those in Iraq.
The advisory follows recent developments, including a US fighter jet reportedly being shot down over Iran and strikes by the Israel Defense Forces (IDF) on parts of Beirut.
Tens of thousands of people have been forced to leave their homes, with an evacuation order in place.
There have also been reports of Israeli strikes in the capital city Beirut, and the US government has urged all Americans to leave Lebanon immediately, following a similar warning for those in Iraq.
The advisory follows recent developments, including a US fighter jet reportedly being shot down over Iran and strikes by the Israel Defense Forces (IDF) on parts of Beirut.
Jeffrey Sachs: Iran War Broke US Empire & Alliance Systems
Friday, April 03, 2026
Israel's Death Penalty Is an 'Apartheid Law' Says Knesset Member Aida Touma-Suleiman
Apr 3, 2026 | In an interview with MEE’s Carolina Pedrazzi, member of the Israeli Knesset Aida Touma-Suleiman says the passing of Israel’s death penalty law for Palestinians was “a celebration of blood, a celebration of fascism and apartheid.”
“History has shown that the more oppression of occupation exists, the more resistance there is … We understand that the minute that international law vanishes, then it is a wild world and there is no other way to protect those who are violated in the world,” she added.
The new law passed by the Israeli parliament on Monday makes the death sentence the default punishment for Palestinians convicted of a deadly attack through military courts.
It has been widely condemned by rights groups for exclusively targeting Palestinians, enshrining separate legal rights based on national identity.
“History has shown that the more oppression of occupation exists, the more resistance there is … We understand that the minute that international law vanishes, then it is a wild world and there is no other way to protect those who are violated in the world,” she added.
The new law passed by the Israeli parliament on Monday makes the death sentence the default punishment for Palestinians convicted of a deadly attack through military courts.
It has been widely condemned by rights groups for exclusively targeting Palestinians, enshrining separate legal rights based on national identity.
Thursday, April 02, 2026
Wednesday, April 01, 2026
Raketen auf Israel zu Pessach: Iran startet größte Angriffswelle seit Wochen
BERLINER ZEITUNG: Zum Beginn des jüdischen Feiertags Pessach greifen Iran und Hisbollah Israel an. Millionen flüchten in Schutzräume, Raketen schlagen in Wohngebieten ein.
Der Iran hat am Mittwochabend nach israelischen Militärangaben eine der größten Angriffswellen der vergangenen Wochen gegen Israel gestartet. Nach ersten Einschätzungen der israelischen Armee (IDF) wurden am Mittwochabend rund zehn ballistische Raketen in Richtung Zentralisrael abgefeuert.
In zahlreichen Regionen des Landes, insbesondere im Zentrum, heulten rund um den Beginn des jüdischen Pessach-Festes die Sirenen. Millionen Menschen suchten Schutzräume oder sichere Bereiche auf, während vielerorts die traditionellen Seder-Abende stattfanden. » | Alexander Schmalz | Mittwoch, 1. April 2026
Der Iran hat am Mittwochabend nach israelischen Militärangaben eine der größten Angriffswellen der vergangenen Wochen gegen Israel gestartet. Nach ersten Einschätzungen der israelischen Armee (IDF) wurden am Mittwochabend rund zehn ballistische Raketen in Richtung Zentralisrael abgefeuert.
In zahlreichen Regionen des Landes, insbesondere im Zentrum, heulten rund um den Beginn des jüdischen Pessach-Festes die Sirenen. Millionen Menschen suchten Schutzräume oder sichere Bereiche auf, während vielerorts die traditionellen Seder-Abende stattfanden. » | Alexander Schmalz | Mittwoch, 1. April 2026
Tuesday, March 31, 2026
„Schritt in Richtung Apartheid“: Sánchez kritisiert Gesetz zur Todesstrafe in Israel
BERLINER ZEITUNG: Die Knesset hat ein Gesetz zur Todesstrafe verabschiedet. Spaniens Ministerpräsident übt scharfe Kritik. Auch die EU und Deutschland zeigen sich besorgt.
Spaniens Ministerpräsident Pedro Sánchez hat das vom israelischen Parlament verabschiedete Todesstrafen-Gesetz kritisiert. „Die Regierung Spaniens verurteilt die Todesstrafe gegen Palästinenser, die Israels Parlament soeben beschlossen hat“, schrieb Sánchez auf X.
Er beschrieb das Gesetz als „asymmetrische Maßnahme, die bei Israelis, die dieselben Straftaten begangen haben, nicht zur Anwendung käme“. Das sei keine Gerechtigkeit, sondern „ein weiterer Schritt hin zur Apartheid“, sagte Sánchez, der als einer der deutlichsten Kritiker der israelischen Regierung unter den westlichen Staats- und Regierungschefs gilt. » | Anika Schlünz | Dienstag, 31. März 2026
Spaniens Ministerpräsident Pedro Sánchez hat das vom israelischen Parlament verabschiedete Todesstrafen-Gesetz kritisiert. „Die Regierung Spaniens verurteilt die Todesstrafe gegen Palästinenser, die Israels Parlament soeben beschlossen hat“, schrieb Sánchez auf X.
Er beschrieb das Gesetz als „asymmetrische Maßnahme, die bei Israelis, die dieselben Straftaten begangen haben, nicht zur Anwendung käme“. Das sei keine Gerechtigkeit, sondern „ein weiterer Schritt hin zur Apartheid“, sagte Sánchez, der als einer der deutlichsten Kritiker der israelischen Regierung unter den westlichen Staats- und Regierungschefs gilt. » | Anika Schlünz | Dienstag, 31. März 2026
‘Iran Won’t Lose War’: Jeffrey Sachs Predicts ‘Doom’ for Israel, US | Exposes Trump-Bibi Plot
Mar 31, 2026 | In this explosive interview, economist Jeffrey Sachs delivers a stark warning on the escalating Iran war, claiming we could be “days or weeks away” from a collapse of the global energy supply.
Calling Donald Trump a 'fool', Sachs argues that Iran is not going to surrender as Trump imagines, calling the conflict a major strategic miscalculation by the United States and Benjamin Netanyahu. He also frames the war as part of a larger geopolitical power struggle, with the US seeking dominance over the Gulf and Iran resisting falling in line, unlike other regional players.
Perhaps most crucially, Sachs says only major global powers like India, Russia, and China can step in to de-escalate the situation before the crisis spirals further.
Calling Donald Trump a 'fool', Sachs argues that Iran is not going to surrender as Trump imagines, calling the conflict a major strategic miscalculation by the United States and Benjamin Netanyahu. He also frames the war as part of a larger geopolitical power struggle, with the US seeking dominance over the Gulf and Iran resisting falling in line, unlike other regional players.
Perhaps most crucially, Sachs says only major global powers like India, Russia, and China can step in to de-escalate the situation before the crisis spirals further.
Monday, March 30, 2026
Israel Passes Law to Hang Palestinians Convicted of Deadly Attacks
THE NEW YORK TIMES: Experts say the law was written in such a way as to ensure that it was unlikely to ever apply to Jewish extremists who commit similar crimes.
Israel’s Parliament passed a law on Monday that would allow the hanging of Palestinians convicted of deadly militant attacks, but critics say it will almost certainly not be applied to Jewish extremists convicted of similar crimes.
The law is a victory for Israel’s far right and reflects the country’s shift to a harder line against Palestinians in the wake of the Hamas-led attack on Israel on Oct. 7, 2023, and the Gaza war that followed. The death penalty has long been legal in Israel, but only two people have been executed in the country’s 78-year history.
The Knesset, Israel’s Parliament, passed the law after hours of debate on Monday night over the objections of Israeli justice officials, liberal rights groups and major European allies like Britain and Germany.
It makes death by hanging the default sentence in Israeli military courts for Palestinians convicted of deadly attacks. Israeli citizens — both Jewish and Palestinian Arab — could also face the death penalty for killings intended to “negate the existence of the State of Israel.” Experts say, however, the chances it would be applied to Jewish Israelis for attacks against Palestinians are minimal. » | Aaron Boxerman and Johnatan Reiss | Monday, March 30, 2026
LIRE AUSSI :
Israël : le Parlement adopte une loi controversée instaurant la «peine de mort pour les terroristes» : Cette proposition de loi introduite par l’extrême droite a été adoptée en troisième lecture par 62 voix contre 48. »
Israel’s Parliament passed a law on Monday that would allow the hanging of Palestinians convicted of deadly militant attacks, but critics say it will almost certainly not be applied to Jewish extremists convicted of similar crimes.
The law is a victory for Israel’s far right and reflects the country’s shift to a harder line against Palestinians in the wake of the Hamas-led attack on Israel on Oct. 7, 2023, and the Gaza war that followed. The death penalty has long been legal in Israel, but only two people have been executed in the country’s 78-year history.
The Knesset, Israel’s Parliament, passed the law after hours of debate on Monday night over the objections of Israeli justice officials, liberal rights groups and major European allies like Britain and Germany.
It makes death by hanging the default sentence in Israeli military courts for Palestinians convicted of deadly attacks. Israeli citizens — both Jewish and Palestinian Arab — could also face the death penalty for killings intended to “negate the existence of the State of Israel.” Experts say, however, the chances it would be applied to Jewish Israelis for attacks against Palestinians are minimal. » | Aaron Boxerman and Johnatan Reiss | Monday, March 30, 2026
LIRE AUSSI :
Israël : le Parlement adopte une loi controversée instaurant la «peine de mort pour les terroristes» : Cette proposition de loi introduite par l’extrême droite a été adoptée en troisième lecture par 62 voix contre 48. »
Sunday, March 29, 2026
US–Israel Strike Iran: What Comes Next?
Mar 29, 2026 | What lies behind the latest U.S.–Israel escalation against Iran? CGTN's Liu Xin breaks down the strategic, political and legal dimensions, and what this conflict could mean for global stability. Join Liu Xin for a clear-eyed analysis of the US–Israel strikes on Iran and the risk of wider war.
Guests:
Ben Norton, editor-in-chief, Geopolitical Economy Report;
Yin Zhiguang, School of International Relations and Public Affairs, Fudan University
Guests:
Ben Norton, editor-in-chief, Geopolitical Economy Report;
Yin Zhiguang, School of International Relations and Public Affairs, Fudan University
Rabbi Says 'Netanyahu Is Amalek' and Would '100% Use Nuclear Weapons' | Elhanan Beck | UNAPOLOGETIC
In this episode of UNAPOLOGETIC, Rabbi Elhanan Beck delivers one of the most striking critiques of Zionism and the current Israeli-US wars in Gaza, Lebanon, and Iran, you'll hear.
He argues that, according to the Torah, the state of Israel has no right to exist, and goes further—describing Benjamin Netanyahu as “Amalek,” a force that pulls people away from God.
The Rabbi also claims that if necessary, Israel would use nuclear weapons and that “no price is too high,” even suggesting they would kill millions to secure their goals.
We explore the theology behind these views, including the Messiah, the Temple, and the idea of Greater Israel - alongside his belief in Jewish-Muslim coexistence.
It should be well noted that the mere fact that I am posting this video should IN NO WAY be construed as a reflection of my personal views on this subject matter. I post this video for educational purposes, in order to show my visitors that even in the Jewish community and diaspora, views on the existence of the Jewish state—Israel—differ. — © Mark Alexander
He argues that, according to the Torah, the state of Israel has no right to exist, and goes further—describing Benjamin Netanyahu as “Amalek,” a force that pulls people away from God.
The Rabbi also claims that if necessary, Israel would use nuclear weapons and that “no price is too high,” even suggesting they would kill millions to secure their goals.
We explore the theology behind these views, including the Messiah, the Temple, and the idea of Greater Israel - alongside his belief in Jewish-Muslim coexistence.
It should be well noted that the mere fact that I am posting this video should IN NO WAY be construed as a reflection of my personal views on this subject matter. I post this video for educational purposes, in order to show my visitors that even in the Jewish community and diaspora, views on the existence of the Jewish state—Israel—differ. — © Mark Alexander
Iran War Escalates as Yemen's Houthis Attack Israel and Threaten Red Sea | BBC News
March 28, 2026 | Iranian-backed Houthi rebels in Yemen have launched a wave of missiles and drone strikes against Israel. The group said in a statement that it had targeted "sensitive Israeli military sites" and vowed to continue such attacks. Israel said it had shot down two missiles coming from Yemen.
The entry of the powerful Iranian proxy into the conflict raises fears of further disruption to the world economy as the armed group has capacity to attack shipping in the Red Sea. The vital shipping route is being used by some tankers as an alternative to the Strait of Hormuz, which Iran has closed with strikes on commercial vessels.
Israel said it was prepared for a “multi-front war" and would strike back. In the United States there have been mass protests against the war, but President Trump has insisted the fight will continue against Iran.
Israel’s assault in Southern Lebanon is continuing, with more than 1,100 civilians reported to have been killed there since the start of recent hostilities.
Ben Brown presents BBC News at Ten reporting by Joe Inwood, James Waterhouse and Hugo Bachega.
Bab-el-Mandab »
The Arabic name Bab el Mandab means Gate/Gateway of lamentation/grief/tears. Under the prevailing circumstances of war, this could very well be a very apt name for the strait, methinks! — © Mark Alexander
The entry of the powerful Iranian proxy into the conflict raises fears of further disruption to the world economy as the armed group has capacity to attack shipping in the Red Sea. The vital shipping route is being used by some tankers as an alternative to the Strait of Hormuz, which Iran has closed with strikes on commercial vessels.
Israel said it was prepared for a “multi-front war" and would strike back. In the United States there have been mass protests against the war, but President Trump has insisted the fight will continue against Iran.
Israel’s assault in Southern Lebanon is continuing, with more than 1,100 civilians reported to have been killed there since the start of recent hostilities.
Ben Brown presents BBC News at Ten reporting by Joe Inwood, James Waterhouse and Hugo Bachega.
Bab-el-Mandab »
The Arabic name Bab el Mandab means Gate/Gateway of lamentation/grief/tears. Under the prevailing circumstances of war, this could very well be a very apt name for the strait, methinks! — © Mark Alexander
Saturday, March 28, 2026
Ugandas Militärchef droht mit Kriegseintritt an Israels Seite
BERLINER ZEITUNG: General Kainerugaba kündigt auf X militärische Unterstützung für Israel im Nahost-Krieg gegen den Iran an. Aus den USA kommt Kritik.
Ugandas oberster Militärbefehlshaber General Muhoozi Kainerugaba hat in dieser Woche erklärt, sein Land werde in den Nahostkrieg eingreifen, sollte Israel eine Niederlage drohen. „Wir wollen, dass der Krieg im Nahen Osten jetzt endet. Die Welt ist dessen müde. Aber jedes Gerede davon, Israel zu zerstören oder zu besiegen, wird uns in den Krieg bringen – auf der Seite Israels“, schrieb der General auf der Plattform X.
Kainerugaba, der zugleich Sohn des ugandischen Präsidenten Yoweri Museveni ist, setzte in einer Reihe weiterer Beiträge nach. Er bot den USA und Israel die Unterstützung der ugandischen Streitkräfte (Uganda People's Defence Force, UPDF) an. „Wir hätten Teheran in 72 Stunden einnehmen können, ohne zu bombardieren“, behauptete er in einem ebenfalls inzwischen gelöschten Post laut Jerusalem Post, fügte aber hinzu, dass „natürlich niemand auf einen Schwarzen hört“. In einem mittlerweile gelöschten Beitrag erklärte er zudem, eine einzelne UPDF-Brigade würde genügen, um Teheran einzunehmen. Er drohte dem Iran direkt: Sollte Teheran Uganda mit Raketen angreifen, werde man mit eigenen Raketen zurückschlagen. » | Sophie Barkey | Samstag, 28. März 2026
Ugandas oberster Militärbefehlshaber General Muhoozi Kainerugaba hat in dieser Woche erklärt, sein Land werde in den Nahostkrieg eingreifen, sollte Israel eine Niederlage drohen. „Wir wollen, dass der Krieg im Nahen Osten jetzt endet. Die Welt ist dessen müde. Aber jedes Gerede davon, Israel zu zerstören oder zu besiegen, wird uns in den Krieg bringen – auf der Seite Israels“, schrieb der General auf der Plattform X.
Kainerugaba, der zugleich Sohn des ugandischen Präsidenten Yoweri Museveni ist, setzte in einer Reihe weiterer Beiträge nach. Er bot den USA und Israel die Unterstützung der ugandischen Streitkräfte (Uganda People's Defence Force, UPDF) an. „Wir hätten Teheran in 72 Stunden einnehmen können, ohne zu bombardieren“, behauptete er in einem ebenfalls inzwischen gelöschten Post laut Jerusalem Post, fügte aber hinzu, dass „natürlich niemand auf einen Schwarzen hört“. In einem mittlerweile gelöschten Beitrag erklärte er zudem, eine einzelne UPDF-Brigade würde genügen, um Teheran einzunehmen. Er drohte dem Iran direkt: Sollte Teheran Uganda mit Raketen angreifen, werde man mit eigenen Raketen zurückschlagen. » | Sophie Barkey | Samstag, 28. März 2026
Lawrence Wilkerson: Israel May Cease to Exist & Launch Nuclear Strike
Friday, March 27, 2026
Trump Has 'No Idea' What He’s Gotten into on Iran | David Cay Johnston
Israel droht mit Ausweitung der Angriffe in Iran
FRANKFURTER ALLGEMEINE: Während es aus den USA Signale für eine mögliche Verständigung mit Iran gibt, kündigt Israels Verteidigungsminister eine Ausweitung der israelischen Angriffe in Iran an. Grund sei der andauernde Raketenbeschuss aus dem Land auf Israel, teilte Israel Katz nach Angaben seines Büros mit.
Israels Armee werde deshalb ihre Angriffe „eskalieren“ und mehr Ziele und Gebiete in Iran ins Visier nehmen. Im Fokus sollen demnach Ziele in Verbindung mit iranischen Waffen stehen.
Ministerpräsident Benjamin Netanjahu und er hätten Teheran dazu aufgefordert, Raketenangriffe auf Israels Zivilbevölkerung einzustellen, sagte Katz. Aber trotz der Warnungen gehe der Beschuss weiter. Am frühen Nachmittag hatte es in Israel abermals Raketenbeschuss aus dem Iran gegeben. Berichte über Schäden oder Opfer gab es zunächst nicht. Weiter lesen » | Franca Wittenbrink | Freitag, 27. März 2026
Israels Armee werde deshalb ihre Angriffe „eskalieren“ und mehr Ziele und Gebiete in Iran ins Visier nehmen. Im Fokus sollen demnach Ziele in Verbindung mit iranischen Waffen stehen.
Ministerpräsident Benjamin Netanjahu und er hätten Teheran dazu aufgefordert, Raketenangriffe auf Israels Zivilbevölkerung einzustellen, sagte Katz. Aber trotz der Warnungen gehe der Beschuss weiter. Am frühen Nachmittag hatte es in Israel abermals Raketenbeschuss aus dem Iran gegeben. Berichte über Schäden oder Opfer gab es zunächst nicht. Weiter lesen » | Franca Wittenbrink | Freitag, 27. März 2026
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