Israel-UAE relations

Assad’s Fate Uncertain: Plane Disappears After Reported Flight to Russia

A plane, reportedly carrying Syrian President Bashar al-Assad, vanished from radar after taking off from Damascus. This sparked immediate speculation that Assad was fleeing to Russia, seeking refuge under the protection of Vladimir Putin. The flight path, initially heading towards Assad’s Alawite stronghold, made a sudden, inexplicable U-turn before disappearing, fueling rumors of a potential crash or a deliberate attempt to evade detection.

The timing of the plane’s disappearance is highly significant, coinciding with reports of rebel advances in Damascus. This adds credence to the theory that Assad, fearing for his safety and the imminent collapse of his regime, initiated a hasty escape.… Continue reading

Rabbi’s Murder in UAE: Israel Vows Justice Amidst Controversy

Israeli-Moldovan Rabbi Zvi Kogan, who ran a kosher grocery store in Dubai, was found murdered in what Israel declared a heinous antisemitic terror attack. The Israeli government vowed to pursue justice for Kogan’s death, though details surrounding the killing remain scarce. Tensions in the region, fueled by recent conflicts and Iran’s involvement, are cited as a potential contributing factor, prompting Israel to warn its citizens against non-essential travel to the UAE. The Emirati government acknowledged Kogan’s disappearance but offered no comment on the Israeli designation of the death as a terrorist attack.

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