Israel strikes Beirut in retaliation for Golan Heights soccer pitch attack

Israel strikes Beirut in retaliation for Golan Heights soccer pitch attack

Israel has confirmed it was behind the missile strike on Lebanon's capital Beirut. Its military says it was a targeted strike against a Hezbollah commander, who carried out the attack at the weekend on the Golan Heights, that hit a soccer pitch. Hezbollah denied involvement in that strike, which killed 12 children and teenagers. Sarah Coates reports from Tel Aviv.

July 31, 2024 15

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US Secretary of State Antony Blinken Points to Hezbollah in Golan Heights Rocket Attack

US Secretary of State, Antony Blinken, says there is every indication that a rocket that hit a soccer pitch in Golan Heights was fired by Lebanese militant group Hezbollah. The attack killed 12 people including children. Hezbollah has denied it was behind the strike, the deadliest to hit Israel or Israeli-controlled territory since the 7 October attacks by Hamas. Blinken says America’s support for Israel’s security is unwavering against all […]

July 29, 2024 20

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US says Hezbollah behind Golan Heights rocket attack

The United States says Hezbollah is behind Saturday's rocket attack in the Golan Heights which killed at least 12 people, most of them children. It is feared this incident could be the tipping point for tensions between the Lebanese militant group and its neighbour Israel. Our US Correspondent Jagruti Dave has more.

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Kamala Harris says world cannot become ‘numb’ to suffering in Gaza

US Vice President, Kamala Harris says the world cannot become "numb" to suffering in Gaza, speaking after meeting the Israeli prime minister.Benjamin Netanyahu also held talks with President Joseph Biden on Thursday, where they discussed ongoing efforts to secure a ceasefire deal. He is expected to meet with former President Donald Trump on Friday - who is vying to return to the White House in November. Sally Patterson has more. […]

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Israel says it shot down Yemeni missile

Israeli officials say they successfully shot down a missile fired from Yemen. It comes a day after an Israeli air strike reportedly killed three people and injured 87 in a Houthi-controlled area of Yemen. Middle East correspondent William Denselow reports.

July 22, 2024 14

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US takes down floating pier in Gaza

The United States is breaking down its temporary floating pier in Gaza. The pier constructed by the US Military was envisaged to deliver more aid to the Gaza Strip but its operations were beset by weather, technical and security problems. Jody Jacobs reports.

July 19, 2024 12

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UN puts price on removing rubble from Gaza

Rebuilding and removing all the rubble in Gaza, the UN says will cost between 500 million and 600 million dollars. This latest UN assessment comes as the war between Israel and Hamas enters its eighth month, with parts of Gaza completely destroyed. Jody Jacobs reports from the United Nations in New York.

July 16, 2024 13

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Gaza ceasefire talks halted without resolution

Gaza ceasefire talks have been halted without an agreement after three days of negotiations. According to the Reuters news agency Egyptian officials say Israel showed a lack of intent to reach a deal. William Denselow reports from Baghdad.

July 15, 2024 23

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UN concerned about new evacuation orders in Gaza

The United Nations says it's concerned by new Israeli military evacuation orders from Khan Younis in Gaza. An estimated 250 thousand people are set to be impacted. Meanwhile, the Security Council received an update on the humanitarian situation - with UN officials calling on Israel to find solutions to enable the safe delivery of aid in the enclave. Jody Jacobs reports from the United Nations.

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