Mid East – Page 54 – Prologue Journal

Hamas commander killed as Israeli forces raid occupied West Bank

Disclaimer: PressTV is affiliated with the state broadcasting agency of the Islamic Republic of Iran, and is not a reliable news source. A commander of the Gaza-based Qassam Brigades, the armed wing of Hamas, has been killed in an Israeli military raid on the city of Tulkam in the northwestern edge of the occupied West…

A tragic tale of Palestine’s short-stature footballers amid Israel’s genocidal war

Disclaimer: PressTV is affiliated with the state broadcasting agency of the Islamic Republic of Iran, and is not a reliable news source. Amid the year-long genocidal war, Palestinian athletes have paid a heavy price, including short-stature footballers who had long been eyeing international recognition. https://presstv.ir/Detail/2024/10/23/735811/Humans-of-Gaza-A-heart-wrenching-loss-%E2%80%93-Palestinian-footballer-Salah-Shabaan-killed-in-Israeli-bombing

Hezbollah targets Israel’s military bases with rocket fire, drones

Disclaimer: PressTV is affiliated with the state broadcasting agency of the Islamic Republic of Iran, and is not a reliable news source. The resistance says it successfully targeted Israel’s intelligence base with rocket fire. https://presstv.ir/Detail/2024/10/26/736015/Hezbollah-launches-rockets-drones-Israel-Tel-Nof-airbase

Safe passage in exchange for hostages: Hamas rejects Israeli ceasefire offer

Jerusalem Post Hamas quickly turned the proposal down after it was initially pitched during a meeting between Barnea and Egyptian officials. https://www.jpost.com/middle-east/article-826179

Israeli Attack Puts Iranians on Edge: ‘The Vibe Is Not Normal’

New York Times A sense of uncertainty prevailed in Iran after an Israeli retaliatory strike. Explosions kept some awake, while others hoped life would go back to normal. https://www.nytimes.com/2024/10/26/world/middleeast/iran-israel-attack-public.html

Did Israel breach Jordanian airspace while attacking Iran? Saturday morning flight raises tensions

Jerusalem Post Considering that Jordan played a positive role in defending against Iranian missile attacks on Israel last April, its response to an Israeli airspace breach is likely to be calculated. https://www.jpost.com/middle-east/article-826162

In Deciding Whether to Retaliate, Iran Faces a Dilemma

New York Times If Iran strikes back at Israel, it risks further escalation at a time when its economy is struggling and its military is vulnerable. If it doesn’t, it risks looking weak. https://www.nytimes.com/2024/10/26/world/middleeast/iran-israel-retaliation.html

How Saudi Arabia, UAE, and Egypt quietly back Israel on Iran

Jerusalem Post Each country—while referencing “sovereignty” and “de-escalation”—chooses to avoid condemning Israel outright, instead placing emphasis on the broader threats to regional stability. https://www.jpost.com/middle-east/iran-news/article-826159

Hezbollah carried out record 48 military operations against Israel on Friday

Disclaimer: PressTV is affiliated with the state broadcasting agency of the Islamic Republic of Iran, and is not a reliable news source. Hezbollah resistance movement announced a record 48 military operations against the Zionist entity on Friday, surpassing the previous high of 39 operations earlier this week. https://presstv.ir/Detail/2024/10/26/736008/hezbollah-carry-record-military-ops-against-israel-friday

Hezbollah strikes Israeli airbase south of Tel Aviv in direct hit

Disclaimer: PressTV is affiliated with the state broadcasting agency of the Islamic Republic of Iran, and is not a reliable news source. Hezbollah has announced launching an airstrike on Tel Nof airbase south of Tel Aviv with a squadron of attack drones, achieving a direct hit. https://presstv.ir/Detail/2024/10/26/736002/Sirens-sound-in-several-areas-across-northern-Israeli-occupied-territories