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By Jared Keller Nov 30, 2020

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An Iranian nuclear scientist was reportedly assassinated by a remote-controlled machine gun

This is like something out of 'The Jackal,' or even 'Breaking Bad'

By Jeff Schogol Nov 22, 2020

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Israeli tank flips over in possible first-ever IDF WTF Moment

The tank's driver reportedly suffered minor injuries.

By Haley Britzky Nov 15, 2020

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Senior leader of al Qaeda was killed by Israeli agents at the request of the US, officials say

He was killed on the 22nd anniversary of the bombings of U.S. embassies in Kenya and Tanzania.

By Jeff Schogol Nov 12, 2020

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5 Americans killed in military helicopter crash in Egypt

The Multinational Force and Observers had announced earlier on Thursday that six U.S. troops had been killed in the crash,...

By Stavros Atlamazoglou, Business Insider Oct 2, 2020

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Two of the US’s closest allies are picking sides as a border dispute threatens to engulf the region

With the help of Turkish and Israeli drones, Azerbaijan enjoys crucial air superiority over the battlefield.

By Radio Free Europe / Radio Liberty Aug 24, 2020

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Iran confirms explosion at Natanz nuclear facility was ‘sabotage’

The incident at Natanz was one of several fires and blasts hitting Iranian infrastructure in recent months.

By Reuters Staff Jul 15, 2020

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At least 7 ships burn at Iranian port in latest of mystery fires and explosions around the country

There have been several explosions and fires around Iranian military, nuclear and industrial facilities since late June

By Will Martin, Business Insider Feb 7, 2020

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Syrian forces almost shot down a civilian airliner with 172 passengers on board

Syrian troops nearly shot down an airliner attempting to land in Damascus in the confusing aftermath of Israeli airstrikes early...

By Steve Holland, Reuters Jan 28, 2020

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Trump pitches Palestinian state with East Jerusalem capital in new Mideast peace plan

In exchange, Israel would agree to accept a four-year freeze on new settlement activity while Palestinian statehood is negotiated.

By Jeff Mason And Maayan Lubell, Reuters Jan 24, 2020

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Trump to unveil Middle East peace plan ahead of Israeli leaders’ visit

MIAMI/JERUSALEM (Reuters) – U.S. President Donald Trump said on Thursday he will release details of his long-delayed peace plan for...

By John Haltiwanger, Business Insider Nov 27, 2019

Analysis

The US could hand a win to Iran and Russia by continuing to withhold military aid to Lebanon

President Donald Trump's decision to freeze millions in security assistance to Ukraine has been dominating headlines lately given its central...

By David Roza Nov 14, 2019

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She’s photographed every major war of the last 20 years. Marine Corps boot camp was something else entirely

"I understand why it's done intellectually, but it was tough to be around so much screaming all the time."

By Reuters Staff Aug 22, 2019

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Netanyahu hints that Israel may have been behind bombings of Iran-backed militants in Iraq

A series of blasts in the past few weeks have hit weapon depots and bases belonging to paramilitary groups in...

By Reuters Staff Aug 21, 2019

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Iraqi paramilitary groups blame US, Israel for blasts at militia bases

Iraq's paramilitary groups on Wednesday blamed a series of recent blasts at their weapons depots and bases on the United...

By Reuters Staff Mar 4, 2019

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US deploys THAAD missile defense system to Israel

The U.S. military has deployed its most advanced air and missile defense system to Israel for the first time, U.S....

By Haley Britzky Feb 8, 2019

Military Tech

The Army wants to shoot missiles out of the sky just like Israel can

The Army is purchasing two Iron Dome batteries to test out if it would be a good fit. They're still...

By Jared Keller Jan 21, 2019

Analysis

Israel To Iran: Too Close For Missiles, I’m Switching To Tweets

The Israeli military followed up on its weekend strikes in Syria the same way that any modern military might: By...

By Paul Szoldra Jan 7, 2019

News

Harrowing Audio Shows Moment When An Israeli F-15’s Canopy Comes Off At 30,000 Feet

This is insane.

By Jared Keller Dec 12, 2018

Bullet Points

Russian Mapping Service Reveals Secretive Military Bases Across The Middle East

A Russian satellite-based mapping company may have accidentally revealed the locations of at least two sensitive NATO facilities in the...

By Dave Majumdar, The National Interest Sep 20, 2018

Analysis

Who Really Shot Down That Russian Aircraft Over Syria?

The Kremlin is attempting to tamp down tensions following the downing of a Russian Ilyushin Il-20M Coot-A intelligence, surveillance, and...

By Noga Tarnopolsky and Nabih Bulos, Los Angeles Times Sep 19, 2018

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Russia Blames Israel For The Shootdown Of Its Fighter By Syrian Air Defenses

Russian officials Tuesday blamed Israel for the downing of a Russian military aircraft near Syria’s Mediterranean coast that killed 15...

By David Choi, Business Insider Sep 18, 2018

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Report: Syria Accidentally Shot Down A Russian Plane While Fending Off An Israeli Missile Strike

U.S. military officials believe Syrian forces accidentally shot down a Russian aircraft, according to a CNN report published on Monday. Syrian anti-aircraft...

By Jared Keller Aug 31, 2018

Military Tech

An Israeli Firm Reportedly Sent A Suicide Drone To Bomb Armenian Troops For Azerbaijan

ISIS may have pioneered the use of the suicide drone on the battlefields of Iraq and Syria, but formal governments...

By Alex Lockie, Business Insider Jul 24, 2018

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Israel Shoots Down Syrian Warplane With US-Made Patriot Missiles After Intense Fighting

Israel's military said on Tuesday that it fired two U.S.-made Patriot missiles at and “intercepted” a Syrian Sukhoi fighter that...

By Katherine Voyles Jun 21, 2018

The Long March

A New Book Takes A Close Look At Israel’s History Of Assassinating Foes

“Since World War II, Israel has assassinated more people than any other country in the Western world.” — Prologue Two...

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An Iranian nuclear scientist was reportedly assassinated by a remote-controlled machine gun

Israeli tank flips over in possible first-ever IDF WTF Moment

Senior leader of al Qaeda was killed by Israeli agents at the request of the US, officials say

5 Americans killed in military helicopter crash in Egypt

Two of the US’s closest allies are picking sides as a border dispute threatens to engulf the region

Iran confirms explosion at Natanz nuclear facility was ‘sabotage’

At least 7 ships burn at Iranian port in latest of mystery fires and explosions around the country

Syrian forces almost shot down a civilian airliner with 172 passengers on board

Trump pitches Palestinian state with East Jerusalem capital in new Mideast peace plan

Trump to unveil Middle East peace plan ahead of Israeli leaders’ visit

The US could hand a win to Iran and Russia by continuing to withhold military aid to Lebanon

She’s photographed every major war of the last 20 years. Marine Corps boot camp was something else entirely

Netanyahu hints that Israel may have been behind bombings of Iran-backed militants in Iraq

Iraqi paramilitary groups blame US, Israel for blasts at militia bases

US deploys THAAD missile defense system to Israel

The Army wants to shoot missiles out of the sky just like Israel can

Israel To Iran: Too Close For Missiles, I’m Switching To Tweets

Harrowing Audio Shows Moment When An Israeli F-15’s Canopy Comes Off At 30,000 Feet

Russian Mapping Service Reveals Secretive Military Bases Across The Middle East

Who Really Shot Down That Russian Aircraft Over Syria?

Russia Blames Israel For The Shootdown Of Its Fighter By Syrian Air Defenses

Report: Syria Accidentally Shot Down A Russian Plane While Fending Off An Israeli Missile Strike

An Israeli Firm Reportedly Sent A Suicide Drone To Bomb Armenian Troops For Azerbaijan

Israel Shoots Down Syrian Warplane With US-Made Patriot Missiles After Intense Fighting

A New Book Takes A Close Look At Israel’s History Of Assassinating Foes