Uganda’s Chief of Defense Forces, Gen. Muhoozi Kainerugaba, publicly declared strong support for Israel amidst its conflict with Iran. He stated that any threat to Israel would draw Uganda into the war, emphasizing that “On the side of Israel!” is Uganda’s stance. Kainerugaba further offered the assistance of the Ugandan defense forces to both the US and Israel, asserting Uganda’s capability to resolve the conflict swiftly and questioning why bombing is preferred over supporting allies. This declaration follows recent announcements of Uganda’s intention to build a statue honoring Lt.-Col. Yonatan Netanyahu, symbolizing the deepening ties between the two nations.
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In a heated exchange, Tennessee State Sen. Paul Rose (R) became incensed when progressive journalist Justin Kanew questioned him about a bill that would alter the state’s terminology for the West Bank. Kanew, from the Tennessee Holler, pressed Rose on the origin of the bill, titled the Recognizing Judea and Samaria Act, and whether he was concerned about Israeli influence on government policy, particularly regarding potential military conflict. Rose responded with a violent remark, stating he would “bust your face right now” if they were not in public, a comment later clarified as not a direct threat. This confrontation has drawn criticism online, with observers decrying the remark as an example of political violence from the right.
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Despite Israeli assessments that a deal between Iran and the United States is unlikely, officials are concerned about a potential temporary ceasefire announcement from President Trump to signal his commitment to an agreement. While the White House claims progress towards core war objectives and ongoing productive talks, Iran has reportedly described the US proposal as “unacceptable.” Concurrently, the United States is deploying thousands of troops to the CENTCOM area of operations and coordinating a potential meeting with Iranian officials, while Israel and Gulf states advocate for a decisive outcome addressing all of Iran’s threats.
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Human Rights Watch has verified images of Israel using white phosphorus munitions over residential areas in south Lebanon. This weapon ignites upon exposure to oxygen, burning at high temperatures and emitting smoke, which can be used for military purposes like creating smokescreens. However, its use over civilian areas is controversial and potentially illegal due to its capacity to cause fires, severe burns, and toxic fumes, with ongoing concerns about long-term environmental damage and continued threats to returning populations.
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Israeli strikes have reportedly eliminated two more Iranian nuclear scientists, according to Prime Minister Benjamin Netanyahu, who stated that operations are continuing to target Iran’s missile and nuclear programs, as well as inflicting blows on Hezbollah. Netanyahu also indicated discussions with U.S. President Donald Trump about aligning military actions with broader war objectives. These recent incidents follow earlier confirmed operations aimed at rolling back Iran’s nuclear capabilities, including the deaths of several scientists linked to its nuclear research and development efforts.
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Since the beginning of the decade, Israel has not prosecuted its citizens for killing Palestinian civilians in the occupied West Bank, fostering a climate of impunity for widespread violence. This alarming trend has prompted former prime minister Ehud Olmert to call for international criminal court intervention to address state-backed settler violence, which he claims is aided by Israeli police and military. Senior former Israeli security commanders have also issued a public letter warning that inaction against “Jewish terrorism” poses an existential threat to the nation, highlighting recent incidents where settlers and police have killed multiple Palestinian civilians. Data indicates that since 2020, Israeli soldiers and settlers have killed at least 1,100 Palestinian civilians, with a quarter being children, and no charges have been filed in these cases.
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Canada and France have urged Israel to halt its planned ground invasion of southern Lebanon, warning of severe humanitarian consequences. These calls come amid Israel’s preparations to seize territory up to 30km inside Lebanon’s border, a move described by Lebanese officials as a prelude to invasion. Both nations emphasize adherence to international law and the protection of civilians amidst escalating violence that has already resulted in significant casualties and displacement in Lebanon.
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Defense Minister Israel Katz announced Israel’s intention to occupy southern Lebanon up to the Litani River, establishing a defensive buffer and seizing territory. This move, compared to operations in Gaza, involves destroying infrastructure and homes deemed by Israel to be used by Hezbollah. Hezbollah declared it would resist this occupation, viewing it as an existential threat. Influential Finance Minister Bezalel Smotrich advocated for the outright annexation of southern Lebanon up to the Litani River, signaling a significant escalation in Israel’s territorial ambitions.
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Israel has declared its intention to seize parts of southern Lebanon, establishing a “defensive buffer” up to the Litani River and destroying existing bridges to control the movement of Hezbollah operatives and weapons. This move has been met with strong condemnation from Hezbollah, which views it as an “existential threat.” Concurrently, Israel continues its strikes on Iran, with Prime Minister Netanyahu vowing further military action, despite ongoing diplomatic efforts and Iran’s threats of retaliatory missile and drone attacks if Israeli aggression does not cease. The escalating conflict has also drawn Lebanon further into regional hostilities, as evidenced by an intercepted Iranian missile causing damage along its coast.
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The occupied West Bank experienced a surge of coordinated attacks by Israeli settlers on homes and vehicles, resulting in wounded Palestinians and significant property damage across multiple locations. These raids, which occurred during Eid al-Fitr, are part of a broader escalation of settler violence that has intensified since the war in Gaza began, leading to over 1,000 Palestinian deaths in the West Bank since October 2023 according to UN figures. Witnesses reported Israeli forces were present but failed to intervene, while human rights groups accuse the government of enabling such violence as a strategy for land annexation, risking the forced displacement of Palestinian communities.
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