January 15, 04:22 PM • 10043 viewsJanuary 12, 12:45 AM • 78493 viewsUS officials have received information about Israel's full readiness for an operation in Iran. The US is evacuating personnel from the Middle East due to tensions.
The Israeli parliament rejected the initiative on self-dissolution, the government coalition reached a compromise on the bill on military conscription for ultra-Orthodox Jews.
The US is evacuating diplomats and their families from the Middle East due to tensions between Iran and Israel. The State Department is preparing to order the evacuation of non-essential personnel from embassies.
The United States is preparing for a partial evacuation of the embassy in Iraq. They will also allow the military to leave their locations in the Middle East due to increased risks in the region.
Denmark will purchase three ground-based air defense systems from Diehl Defence, MBDA France and Kongsberg Defence & Aerospace to strengthen its defense by 2026. Funding will be provided by the Acceleration Fund.
The environmental activist stated that she and other pro-Palestinian activists were kidnapped in international waters and taken to Israel against their will. She called for the release of the detained activists.
The Israeli Foreign Ministry has officially disavowed the ambassador's words in Ukraine about the transfer of Patriot systems. The ministry stressed that Israel did not transfer these systems to Ukraine.
Environmental activist Greta Thunberg was deported from Israel. This happened after Israeli soldiers intercepted a ship with humanitarian aid that was heading to Gaza.
Israeli forces have carried out the first naval attack on Yemen, hitting the port of Hodeida. The IDF confirmed the use of guided missiles from boats.
The Israeli Foreign Ministry announced the deportation of passengers from the "selfie-yacht" that tried to break the blockade of Gaza. Some of the passengers are already flying out, others may face trial.
The Israeli ambassador stated that he had handed over Patriot medium- and long-range anti-aircraft missile systems to Ukraine, which Israel received from the United States in the early 1990s.
Iran plans to present its own proposal for a nuclear deal with the United States through the intermediary of Oman, considering the US proposal ambiguous. Tehran seeks to master nuclear technologies.
Harvard University is in talks with other universities about temporarily hosting international students barred from entering the U. S. due to Trump's restrictions. Studying abroad options are being considered.
Iran's intelligence minister said his agency had obtained important documents about Israel's nuclear program. This may increase tensions amid the IAEA vote on the nuclear deal with Iran.
Israeli forces have taken control of a ship with aid for Gaza, on board which was Greta Thunberg. The yacht was intercepted at night and is currently heading to an Israeli port.
Iranian media reported that intelligence gained access to files related to Israel's nuclear projects. Earlier, the Iranian group Handala claimed to have stolen data from the Sorek nuclear research center.
President of the European Council Costa stated that the EU is assessing Israel's compliance with human rights in Gaza. Measures are being considered, including changes in trade relations.
Brent and WTI oil prices are rising amid the resumption of trade talks between the US and China. Saudi Arabia has cut oil prices for Asia.
The UN stated that the situation in Gaza is the worst since the beginning of the war, despite the resumption of limited humanitarian aid supplies. Israel accuses Hamas of stealing aid.
Trump may step away from Ukraine and focus on the Middle East to win the Nobel Peace Prize. If Russia does not make concessions, the US may withdraw from negotiations.
A senior Hamas official has said the group rejects the US proposal for a truce and the release of hostages. Israel has agreed to the plan, but Hamas is demanding an end to the war.
A Hamas representative said that the US proposal for a 60-day ceasefire in Gaza in exchange for the release of hostages does not meet the group's requirements. It allegedly perpetuates the occupation and killings in Gaza.
Israel has supported the new US proposal for a temporary truce with Hamas. This was stated by the White House press secretary, adding that negotiations are ongoing, as Hamas has not yet agreed to the terms.
Netanyahu has agreed to the US proposal for a 60-day ceasefire in Gaza in exchange for the release of hostages. Hamas has confirmed receipt of the proposal and is studying it.
In Gaza, hungry people stormed a UN food warehouse due to a food crisis caused by the blockade. At least two people died, many were injured, and needs have "spiraled out of control."
Prime Minister Netanyahu stated that Israel eliminated Hamas leader Muhammad Sinwar. He directed the October 7 attack and the kidnapping of soldier Shalit in 2006.
Hamas has accepted the US plan, which envisages the release of 10 hostages in exchange for a 70-day ceasefire and a partial withdrawal of Israeli troops from Gaza.
Israel intends to take control of most of the Gaza Strip as part of Operation "Gideon's Chariot. " It is planned to relocate 2 million Palestinians to three areas of the coastal strip.
Syria announced reforms in the Ministry of Internal Affairs after the lifting of Western sanctions. They promise to fight human trafficking and drug trafficking, as well as create a transparent civil security institution.
In Kyiv, farewell was bid to TV presenter and serviceman Maksym Nelipa. He died in the Dnipropetrovsk region. The Hero will be buried at the Baikove Cemetery.
