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Saleh al-Arouri, a high-ranking Hamas figure, recently died in what is believed to be an Israeli strike in Lebanon. He was instrumental in enhancing the military capabilities of Hamas and establishing connections with allies in the region. At 57, Arouri co-founded the Ezzedine al-Qassam Brigades, Hamas’s military branch, in the early 1990s. He was a key figure in Hamas’s operations, …

In what appears to be an Israeli operation in Beirut, Lebanon, the deputy leader of Hamas, a significant figure in the conflict with Israel, was killed on Tuesday. This event is seen as a major escalation in the conflict and raises concerns about the potential for broader regional hostilities. Saleh Arouri, a key figure in Hamas and a founder of …

In a southern suburb of Beirut, a recent strike presumed to be Israeli in origin has left a gaping hole in a building and strewn debris across the street. This attack resulted in the death of the deputy leader of the Palestinian militant group Hamas. The aftermath of the drone strike, which killed Saleh al-Arouri, was evident the following day. …

Benny Gantz, an Israeli war cabinet minister, recently communicated with French President Emmanuel Macron regarding the crucial need for international diplomatic intervention in Lebanon. This discussion follows allegations of Israel’s involvement in the assassination of Hamas’s deputy leader, Saleh al-Arouri, through a bold drone strike in Beirut’s southern suburbs. Gantz, in his statement posted in English on the X platform, …

Israel heightened its alert status for potential retaliation from Hezbollah following the assassination of Saleh al-Arouri, a top Hamas leader, in a strike in Beirut, an action widely attributed to Israel. This killing has intensified the possibility of a broader conflict in the Middle East. Arouri’s death marks a significant moment in the ongoing Gaza war, providing a morale boost …

French President Emmanuel Macron has urged Israel to prevent any further escalation of tensions, with a particular emphasis on Lebanon. This appeal comes in the wake of a Beirut strike, attributed to Israel, which resulted in the death of Saleh al-Arouri, the deputy leader of Hamas. Macron communicated this message in a phone call with Israeli minister and member of …

Yemen’s Houthi rebels have taken responsibility for the recent assault on a commercial vessel in the Red Sea. This attack comes amidst a series of over 20 similar incidents against merchant ships in recent weeks, attributed to the Houthi group. The targeted ship, flying under the Malta flag, was reportedly en route to what the Houthis believed was Palestinian occupied …

On Wednesday, Israeli artillery fired on the border areas of al-Labbouneh and al-Naqoura, coinciding with reports in Israeli media of anti-tank missiles being launched into upper Galilee. Following these events, an Israeli drone launched an attack on the town of Markaba, located along the border. Hezbollah announced responsibility for targeting the Zar’it barracks and the Jal al-Alam military post. Additionally, …