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Israeli soldiers share rare accounts from Gaza, describing ongoing killings despite the ceasefire - my Mother Lode. com
6+ hour, 2+ min ago (1027+ words) Published May 30, 2026 4: 44 am The reservist said scenes like this had become common after a fragile ceasefire took effect in October. In the weeks he was stationed in Gaza, he said, he saw soldiers relishing the chance to go after those…...
Israel's killing of another 2 Hamas leaders is unlikely to break Gaza deadlock. Here's why. - my Mother Lode. com
2+ day, 4+ hour ago (817+ words) Published May 28, 2026 5: 05 am: Updated May 28, 2026 6: 34 am Over the past two weeks, Israel's military has killed the leader of Hamas' military wing and his replacement " the latest in a string of such killings that have weakened the militant group without having…...
Israel and Hezbollah clash along a strategic Lebanese river after overnight strikes
3+ day, 23+ hour ago (709+ words) Lebanon Israel Iran War A U. S. -brokered ceasefire in the Israel-Hezbollah conflict appeared more nominal by the day, complicating efforts at a broader peace in the Iran war as Tehran wants an agreement to include an end to the fighting in…...
Rubio reports "slight progress" in Iran talks as Pakistan renews efforts to mediate a peace deal - my Mother Lode. com
1+ week, 20+ hour ago (1061+ words) Published May 22, 2026 4: 34 am: Updated May 22, 2026 2: 33 pm Rubio spoke days after U. S. President Donald Trump said he was holding off on a military strike against the Islamic Republic because "serious negotiations" were underway. Trump has been threatening for weeks that the ceasefire…...
Netanyahu's coalition alliances with religious parties put his reelection at risk - my Mother Lode. com
1+ week, 3+ day ago (922+ words) Published May 20, 2026 7: 27 am But that alliance is tearing apart his governing coalition and proving to be another major liability for the long-serving Israeli leader as the country heads to elections later this year. The Oct. 7, 2023, attack " and the inconclusive wars…...
Netanyahu's secret visit to UAE during the Iran war leads to a breakthrough, his office says - my Mother Lode. com
2+ week, 2+ day ago (691+ words) Published May 13, 2026 11: 17 am: Updated May 13, 2026 1: 18 pm Netanyahu met with UAE President Sheikh Mohammed bin Zayed Al Nahyan in a gathering that "resulted in a historic breakthrough in relations between Israel and the United Arab Emirates," according to the statement. The…...
Netanyahu's coalition takes first step toward new elections in Israel - my Mother Lode. com
2+ week, 2+ day ago (149+ words) Published May 13, 2026 1: 25 pm The proposal sets the stage for a formal vote to dissolve parliament and schedule new elections. Israeli media said a preliminary vote is expected next week. Netanyahu's coalition is near the end of its four-year term and…...
Israeli lawmakers set up a special tribunal and allow for death penalty for Hamas-led 2023 attackers - my Mother Lode. com
2+ week, 4+ day ago (582+ words) Published May 11, 2026 3: 20 pm The measure passed 93-0 in the 120-seat Knesset, or parliament, reflecting widespread support for punishing those found responsible for what was the deadliest attack in Israel's history. The remaining 27 lawmakers were absent or abstained from voting. Rights groups…...
Surfers in war-torn Gaza find rare moments of joy taking to the waves
3+ week, 12+ hour ago (467+ words) Israel Palestinians Gaza Surf Only three or four men still surf due to a shortage of surfboards and the materials needed to fix damaged ones, said Tahseen Abu Assi, a surfer in Gaza City. Abu Assi carried his surfboard with…...
As Netanyahu prepares for elections, his foes in Iran and Lebanon could get a vote - my Mother Lode. com
2+ mon, 1+ week ago (526+ words) Published Mar 21, 2026 8: 01 am Here is a closer look at what's at stake for Netanyahu, and how the wars with Iran and Hezbollah could help determine his fate. He faces an October deadline Netanyahu's government is in the final months of…...