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Gulf Insider
2 days ago
- Politics
- Gulf Insider
Battered Hezbollah Says It Will Stay Out Of Iran-Israel Fight
Hezbollah is warning of grave escalation that 'crosses all red lines' the day after Israel's major missile attacks on Iranian nuclear sites. But so far the Iran-backed group is indicating it doesn't plan to reopen a war front against Israel. 'This attack by Israel, carried out with full support and protection from the U.S., represents a blatant escalation that disregards all rules and balances in the region,' Hezbollah said in a statement, and is on high alert. The statement says that Iran has been exercising 'the utmost restraint' and defended the Islamic Republic's nuclear program as for peaceful energy purposes. 'This attack will not weaken Iran but will instead strengthen its determination to defend its sovereignty and security,' the group asserted. Indeed, Tehran has on Friday made clear that it plans to continue uranium enrichment. This despite Natanz and other facilities getting hit. International reports say that over 200 Israeli warplanes (alongside reports of drones) attacked some 100 Iranian sites. But as for Hezbollah, it's been battered and its leadership decimated since the Gaza war began, and after a prior flare-up of fighting in southern Lebanon, Hezbollah is reportedly pledging to stay out of the Iran-Israel fight thus far: 'Hezbollah is committed to the ceasefire agreement, even though Israel has not respected this commitment over the past period,' the spokesperson said. 'It continues to kill, assassinate, and attack areas, including entering border villages and remaining at the five points.' Reuters also cited a Hezbollah official on Friday as saying that the group 'will not initiate its own attack on Israel in retaliation for Israel's strike.' This is very significant, given Israel will closely be watching its northern border. IDF reservists have reportedly been called up to bolster defenses all across Israel. But if things escalate with more major waves of attacks on Iran, and should Tehran launch a retaliatory attack, Israel could once again find itself in yet another multi-front war, akin to the opening year of the Gaza war with Hamas. The collapse: Hezbollah announces that it will not respond to Israel's attack on ayatollahs have been preparing Hezbollah for this moment for years, and now it is paralyzed. — Amit Segal (@AmitSegal) June 13, 2025 As it stands, the Iran-aligned Houthis of Yemen have remained the most active in sending ballistic missiles on Israel. Israeli warplanes have in turn launched periodic strikes on Yemen, including targeting the international airport in Sanaa. Attacks might grow, in coordination with potential retaliation out of Iran.
Vancouver Sun
04-05-2025
- Politics
- Vancouver Sun
Six wounded as Houthi ballistic missile lands near Israel's Ben-Gurion airport
Article content Houthi missile hits Ben-Gurion Airport, wounding six, disrupting flights Article content Article content A ballistic missile fired from Yemen struck near Israel's Ben-Gurion International Airport on Sunday morning, lightly to moderately wounding six people and disrupting takeoffs and arrivals. Article content The attack triggered air-raid sirens across central Israel, including in Tel Aviv, Jerusalem and the Shfela/Judaean Foothills. Several attempts were made to intercept the missile, according to the Israel Defence Forces. Article content The moment of impact near Ben Gurion Airport — Amit Segal (@AmitSegal) May 4, 2025 Article content Article content The U.S.-made THAAD system attempted to intercept the missile but failed, as did Israel's Arrow system, Channel 14 military correspondent Hillel Bitton Rosen reported. Authorities are investigating whether the blast near Terminal 3 was caused by a direct hit, missile fragments or interceptor debris. Police bomb squads and security forces remain on scene. Article content Magen David Adom updated its casualty figures on Sunday afternoon, reporting that six people were treated and transported to hospitals: a man in his 50s in light-to-moderate condition with limb injuries; two women, ages 54 and 38, in light condition due to blast-related trauma; a 64-year-old man lightly wounded by flying debris; and two women, aged 22 and 34, who were hurt while running for shelter. Article content Article content The victims were evacuated to Shamir Medical Center (formerly known as Assaf Harofeh Medical Center) in Be'er Ya'akov, and Sheba Medical Center at Tel Hashomer in Ramat Gan.
National Post
04-05-2025
- National Post
Six wounded as Houthi ballistic missile lands near Israel's Ben-Gurion airport
Article content Article content Article content A ballistic missile fired from Yemen struck near Israel's Ben-Gurion International Airport on Sunday morning, lightly to moderately wounding six people and disrupting takeoffs and arrivals. Article content The attack triggered air-raid sirens across central Israel, including in Tel Aviv, Jerusalem and the Shfela/Judaean Foothills. Several attempts were made to intercept the missile, according to the Israel Defence Forces. Article content The moment of impact near Ben Gurion Airport — Amit Segal (@AmitSegal) May 4, 2025 Article content Article content The U.S.-made THAAD system attempted to intercept the missile but failed, as did Israel's Arrow system, Channel 14 military correspondent Hillel Bitton Rosen reported. Authorities are investigating whether the blast near Terminal 3 was caused by a direct hit, missile fragments or interceptor debris. Police bomb squads and security forces remain on scene. Article content Magen David Adom updated its casualty figures on Sunday afternoon, reporting that six people were treated and transported to hospitals: a man in his 50s in light-to-moderate condition with limb injuries; two women, ages 54 and 38, in light condition due to blast-related trauma; a 64-year-old man lightly wounded by flying debris; and two women, aged 22 and 34, who were hurt while running for shelter. Article content Article content The victims were evacuated to Shamir Medical Center (formerly known as Assaf Harofeh Medical Center) in Be'er Ya'akov, and Sheba Medical Center at Tel Hashomer in Ramat Gan.
Calgary Herald
04-05-2025
- Politics
- Calgary Herald
Six wounded as Houthi ballistic missile lands near Israel's Ben-Gurion airport
Article content Houthi missile hits Ben-Gurion Airport, wounding six, disrupting flights Article content Article content A ballistic missile fired from Yemen struck near Israel's Ben-Gurion International Airport on Sunday morning, lightly to moderately wounding six people and disrupting takeoffs and arrivals. Article content The attack triggered air-raid sirens across central Israel, including in Tel Aviv, Jerusalem and the Shfela/Judaean Foothills. Several attempts were made to intercept the missile, according to the Israel Defence Forces. Article content The moment of impact near Ben Gurion Airport — Amit Segal (@AmitSegal) May 4, 2025 Article content Article content The U.S.-made THAAD system attempted to intercept the missile but failed, as did Israel's Arrow system, Channel 14 military correspondent Hillel Bitton Rosen reported. Authorities are investigating whether the blast near Terminal 3 was caused by a direct hit, missile fragments or interceptor debris. Police bomb squads and security forces remain on scene. Article content Magen David Adom updated its casualty figures on Sunday afternoon, reporting that six people were treated and transported to hospitals: a man in his 50s in light-to-moderate condition with limb injuries; two women, ages 54 and 38, in light condition due to blast-related trauma; a 64-year-old man lightly wounded by flying debris; and two women, aged 22 and 34, who were hurt while running for shelter. Article content Article content The victims were evacuated to Shamir Medical Center (formerly known as Assaf Harofeh Medical Center) in Be'er Ya'akov, and Sheba Medical Center at Tel Hashomer in Ramat Gan.
Yemen Online
04-05-2025
- Politics
- Yemen Online
Israel says Yemen's Houthis targeted Ben Gurion Airport, military base
Israel's military confirmed a missile was fired from Yemen on Sunday morning, triggering sirens across central Israel, including in Tel Aviv and Jerusalem. AFP journalists reported hearing explosions near Jerusalem and at Ben-Gurion Airport, Israel's main airport near Tel Aviv. According to an Israeli military statement, 'Several attempts were made to intercept the missile,' and 'reports were received regarding a fallen projectile in central Israel.' The details are still under review. Israeli journalist Amit Segal reported that the impact may have occurred near the airport. No casualties have been reported so far.
