Who will break first in war of attrition – Israel or Hamas?
Israel’s strategic situation is looks promising – but the fight isn’t over yet.
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Israel supplied intelligence in air strike discussed in Signal chat
Israel has complained to the US after intelligence it supplied to the US on a Houthi target was discussed by Mike Waltz on the Signal war chat.
US deploys its stealthiest big bombers in range of Iran, Yemen
The Trump administration has deployed B-2 bombers to a base in the Indian Ocean amid its campaign against the Houthi militia.
Brave Gazans rejecting Hamas terror deserve support to end war
The amazing courage and bravery displayed by those many Gazans who are joining anti-Hamas protests and calling for an end to the war with Israel, is the greatest news I’ve read for a long time.
Former Wallabies teammates back Folau comeback
Wallabies greats have backed Israel Folau’s bid to play in the Australia and New Zealand Invitational side against the Lions, and one even wants to play alongside him.
Let Folau play: Why it’s time for Rugby Australia to move on
Six years ago, Jamie Pandaram demanded Israel Folau be sacked after posting homophobic content on social media. Now, he thinks Folau deserves a farewell during the Lions tour. Here’s why.
‘Only way to end war’: Israel chimes in on second day of Gaza protests
Thousands have taken to the streets to demand the end of Hamas control of Gaza, despite the group’s attempts to break up the protests, revealing an increasing fury at the militant group.
Gazans find courage to speak out
The seeds of rebellion are a positive sign that, given opportunity, Palestinians will choose a future of peace that is not dictated by the demands of the theocratic monsters in Tehran.
Cops win time for ‘gag order’ bid against Israel advocate
The evidence Victoria Police has used to push for an intervention order against Israeli campaigner Zara Cooper has been revealed.
Israel says Al Jazeera journalist it killed was Hamas ‘sniper’
Israel on Tuesday said it had killed an Al Jazeera employee in the Gaza Strip, accusing the journalist, Hussam Shabat, of being a ‘sniper terrorist’ for Hamas.
Israel must be allowed to ensure ‘new’ Gaza free of terrorism threat
Given that the prospect of Palestinian Authority reform is low, perhaps a local clan-based leadership entity acting on its behalf could be involved in a new governance framework for Gaza.
Landmark social cohesion boost as harmony frays
The government will make one of the largest ever investments in Australia’s social cohesion to restrengthen fraying harmony amid the Israel-Hamas war with almost $180m earmarked across five years.
Police accused of trying to ‘gag’ Israel advocate
Victoria Police are seeking additional time to gather evidence against Israel advocate Zara Cooper for alleged threats against Sarah Schwartz, as a magistrate considers dismissing their legal battle amid claims of misconstrued online posts.
‘Pathetic!’ Top US officials’ war plans revealed in classified chat
The chats over the Signal encrypted messaging service accidentally shared with a journalist spanned days and included specific information about weapons, targets and timing used in the attack.
Folau’s plea to end six-year Australian exile against Lions
Israel Folau has declared his wish to play against the British & Irish Lions in July, chasing selection for what would be a remarkable return to playing in Australia.
Israel moves to cripple Hamas by killing leaders in quick succession
A week of targeted attacks on the militant group’s commanders is aimed at disrupting its ability to govern, as they concentrate on survival rather than leading.
‘Starving’: Hamas releases video of two hostages
In the three minute video, Elkana Bohbot and Yosef Haim Ohana say their already gruelling conditions have worsened since the end of the ceasefire and Israel’s resumption of airstrikes in Gaza.
Security chief failed to wake me on Oct 7: Netanyahu
The Israeli prime minister is attempting to remove Ronen Bar, chief of the Shin Bet, blaming him for failures surrounding the 2023 attack.
Israel extends Gaza operation, kills new Hamas PM
Israeli troops have pressed further into Gaza, laying the groundwork for expanding Israel’s security buffer along the border.
Israel cabinet votes no confidence in Attorney-General
The move against Attorney-General Gali Baharav-Miara, a vocal critic of Benjamin Netanyahu, deepens the political rift dividing the country.
What comes next for Gaza?
Hamas’s disarray underlines the need for Israel to devise a path for Gaza’s future governance.
Free speech threat as police target anti-Semitism campaigner
A landmark case will determine whether Victoria Police can gag an Israel advocate because of the ‘threat’ to the leader of a left-wing group.
City protesters chant ‘all Zionists are terrorists’
Thousands of pro-Palestine protesters were out in force in Melbourne’s CBD on Sunday as monthly action calling for an end to Israel’s blockade of Gaza continues.
Second aircraft carrier to Mid-East
The move comes after air strikes on Israel by Yemen’s Houthis and militants in Lebanon as the conflict widens from Gaza
Rocket fire from Lebanon disrupts months of relative calm in Israel’s north
There are concerns of a resumption of conflict on other fronts grow as fighting continues in Gaza.
Germany, France, UK call for ‘immediate return’ to ceasefire
Foreign ministers expressed horror at the civilian casualties saying ‘the resumption of Israeli strikes in Gaza marks a dramatic step backward for the people of Gaza’.
Israel says it struck two military bases in central Syria
The strikes, including one in Palmyra, were conducted on the on former regime’s military sites.
Israel’s defence minister threatens permanent occupation of parts of Gaza
The warning was aimed at pressuring Hamas to release its remaining hostages as ground operation expands and strikes continue.
Trump is not wrong to remind the world that a third world war is a risk
Conflicts imposed on Ukraine, Israel and Taiwan are intensifying rather than breaking out in peace. The assumption that they aren’t central to Australia’s interests is dead wrong.
Let’s not pretend anyone but Hamas is to blame for Israel’s renewed attacks
Not only has the terrorist regime violated the ceasefire with its degrading treatment of the hostages, but all it has to do to end the conflict is return the hostages it is still holding.
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