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Israel gains politically under Trump administration

U.S. President Donald Trump enjoys unprecedented approval ratings in Israel -- much higher than in his home country. His ratings have soared especially after recognizing Jerusalem as the capital of Israel in 2018 and formally recognizing Israel-occupied Golan Heights as sovereign Israeli...

World unites against 'illegal' US decision on Golan

U.S. President Donald Trump announced last week that it was time for the U.S. to "fully recognize Israel’s sovereignty" over the Golan Heights. Although the announcement sparked huge condemnation and criticism from across the globe, including the UN Human Rights Council, EU, Turkey and...

Israel strikes Hamas positions across blockaded Gaza

Israeli warplanes carried out a fresh wave of airstrikes across the blockaded Gaza Strip on Monday, according to military sources. Israeli army spokesman Avichay Adraee said the air raids had targeted Hamas positions across the blockaded enclave. An Anadolu Agency correspondent in Gaza...

Netanyahu in U.S. with Golan Heights recognition on tap

 Israel’s Prime Minister Benjamin Netanyahu arrived in Washington Sunday, looking for an electoral boost from Donald Trump amid expectations the U.S. president will  formally recognize Israel’s sovereignty over the Golan Heights. Trump broke longstanding international...