Israel

Turkey opposition aims to hit back at Erdogan in local elections

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Turkey opposition aims to hit back at Erdogan in local elections

The content discusses the upcoming local elections in Turkey, with a focus on the close race between Istanbul Mayor Ekrem Imamoglu and the AKP candidate, former minister Murat Kurum. The outcome of the elections could reinforce President Erdogan’s control or signal change in Turkey’s political landscape. The economy, Kurdish and Islamist voters, and Erdogan’s rhetoric against Israel are factors influencing the voters’ decisions. Imamoglu’s victory could revitalize the opposition, while Erdogan aims to extend his power to local administrations.

Great Sea Interconnector , ‘top priority’

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Great Sea Interconnector , ‘top priority’

Fact: Israel’s Energy Minister emphasized that connecting the electricity cable from Israel to Europe through Cyprus strengthens Israel’s position in the region and contributes to Israel’s energy independence.

Trump says Hamas’ Oct 7 attack was horrible, but Israel should wrap up war

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Trump says Hamas’ Oct 7 attack was horrible, but Israel should wrap up war

Donald Trump said he would have reacted the same way as Israel did after Hamas’ Oct. 7 attack, but believes Israel should wrap up its war against the Islamist group in Gaza.

Israeli strikes on Rafah raise fear assault could begin

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Israeli strikes on Rafah raise fear assault could begin

Israel bombed at least three homes in Rafah overnight, killing 11 people from a family. Residents fear a ground assault could be coming despite a U.N. Security Council resolution demanding an immediate ceasefire. In the West Bank, three Palestinians were killed and four wounded by Israeli fire during a raid in Jenin. Israeli forces have imposed a blockade on hospitals in Gaza, claiming they have been used by Hamas fighters. Residents report hearing explosions and seeing smoke coming from buildings inside the medical facility.

Protecting Palestinians a moral imperative, Pentagon chief tells Israeli counterpart

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Protecting Palestinians a moral imperative, Pentagon chief tells Israeli counterpart

U.S. Defense Secretary Lloyd Austin emphasized the need to protect Palestinian civilians in the war between Israel and Hamas, stating that the humanitarian catastrophe in Gaza was worsening.

Jordanian anti-riot police use batons to push back protesters near Israeli embassy

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Jordanian anti-riot police use batons to push back protesters near Israeli embassy

Jordanian anti-riot police beat and arrested demonstrators trying to march towards the Israeli embassy in Amman.

Energy minister visits Israel

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Energy minister visits Israel

The Cypriot Minister of Energy, Commerce, and Industry, Giorgos Papanastasiou, is in Israel for meetings with his Israeli counterpart, Minister of Energy and Infrastructure, Eli Cohen. The agenda includes discussions on the Cyprus-Israel electricity interconnection and cooperation on hydrocarbon issues. A joint statement is expected to be issued following the meetings.

The…angry Netanyahu and the war crimes

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The…angry Netanyahu and the war crimes

The USA abstained from the first ceasefire resolution in Gaza, angering Netanyahu who wanted Washington to exercise its veto. As a retaliatory measure, Netanyahu cancelled his delegation’s trip to Washington. The ceasefire did not hold as Israel continued its attacks on Gaza. The Security Council’s decision remained on paper, similar to the situation in Cyprus in 1974. The US government claimed there was no reason to believe Israel committed acts of genocide in Gaza. The situation in Gaza is dire, with people facing hunger and desperation. The head of European diplomacy denounced Israel’s use of hunger as a “war weapon” in Gaza. Netanyahu’s actions are seen as trying to save his political career, but the international community’s response allows the occupying power to continue its actions, which is considered a crime.

Energy minister in Israel to discuss interconnector

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Energy minister in Israel to discuss interconnector

Energy Minister George Papanastasiou traveled to Israel to meet with his Israeli counterpart Eli Cohen to discuss the planned electrical interconnector connecting Cyprus, Greece, and Israel. Cyprus has confirmed its intention to participate in the project by investing up to €100 million. Greece’s Independent Power Transmission Operator has urged Cyprus to pay its €100 million share in the interconnector.

Man wanted by German authorities arrested at Larnaca airport

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Man wanted by German authorities arrested at Larnaca airport

A 39-year-old man wanted for crimes in Germany and Israel was arrested at Larnaca airport after flying in from a non-EU state. He is to appear before court on Wednesday to commence his extradition process.