Stories from Israel

Israeli Prime Minister Benjamin Netanyahu described the strategic fortress of Beau Lebanon as a decisive turning offensive against Hezbollah. Israeli forces are making their deepest incursion inside Lebanon since withdrawing over a quarter-century ago, despite a nominal U.S.-brokered ceasefire. The Lebanese Health Ministry reported civilian casualties during the offensive. The Israeli military is reportedly pushing deeper into Lebanon. This action follows previous accusations against Israel regarding heritage sites. The specific objectives and extent of the deepened incursion are not yet fully known. The Israel Defense Forces have reportedly deepened their incursion into Lebanon. This escalation suggests an expansion of military operations in the border region. Israel has expanded its invasion of southern Lebanon and seized a strategic castle.

The United Nations reported that Israeli forces sexually abused at least 31 Palestinian detainees and captives, including 10 children. UN Secretary-General added Israeli security forces to a list of offenders.

Israeli Prime Minister Benjamin Netanyahu stated that his forces control 60% of Gaza and aim to expand to 70% under his command. He characterized himself as a war criminal willing to annex all of Gaza.

The Boycott, Divestment, and Sanctions (BDS) movement has called for a global week of action against Elbit Systems from April 20-25. The movement urges continued pressure to shut down the Israeli weapons manufacturer.

A Channel 12 poll indicates that the Netanyahu coalition would win 51 seats in an election. The Eisenkot party is projected to rise to 17 seats.

Archaeologists unearthed an ancient tunnel beneath the streets of Jerusalem. Workers discovered the entrance to an ancient cavity near Kibbutz Ramat Rachel during construction work. The exact age and purpose of the tunnel are not yet specified.

Israeli forces are continuing to expand operations near the Lebanon border. Israel claims to have expanded operations near the southern Lebanese border. Central Command reported that a vessel in the Gulf of Oman was fired upon, immobilizing its engine. This incident occurred amidst tensions between the United States and Iran. The Prime Minister stated the move is in response to ongoing threats. The Israeli prime minister's office stated that military seizures in southern Lebanon mark a quote to France. Concerns were raised about potential escalation. Israeli forces have expanded operations into southern Lebanon, surveying areas around the Latani River. The move comes amid ongoing exchanges of fire with Hezbollah, with Israeli forces reportedly moving fifteen kilometers from the border. Strikes in the area continued, with one report indicating thirteen people were killed.

The UN has accused Israel of systematic rape and sexual abuse against Palestinians in prisons. UN sources accused Israeli occupation forces of storming northern Nablus in the occupied West Bank.

A Hezbollah terror drone launched from Lebanon struck northern Israel on Sunday, hitting a residential structure and a nature reserve. The attack sparked fires and caused injuries.

A new survey indicates that 74% of the Israeli public supports full legal equality for the LGBT community. This represents a record high level of support. This indicates a shift in public opinion within the country.