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9 May

Israel Says Hamas Naval Commander Killed in Gaza Strike

The Israeli military said a recent air strike had killed the commander of Hamas's naval unit in Gaza City, accusing of "attacks" against troops during the seven-month war.

8 May

Israeli Merkava tanks are positioned in the north of Israel near the border with Lebanon.

Inder Singh Bisht

Israeli Armored Vehicles to Receive New Electrical Systems

The Israeli Ministry of Defense has signed a multi-year framework agreement with IMCO Group to supply electrical systems for its armored fighting vehicles.

8 May

Joe Saballa

Elbit Lands First Foreign Customer for Red Sky Air Defense System

Elbit Systems has landed the first international customer for its new Red Sky air defense system.

8 May

Palestinians search for victims under rubble after Israeli strikes on Rafah in southern Gaza

Staff Writer With AFP

US Halts Bomb Shipment to Israel Over Rafah Concerns

The US paused a shipment of bombs to Israel last week over fears it would invade the southern Gaza city of Rafah, an official said.

7 May

Staff Writer With AFP

Israel Army Says in ‘Operational Control’ of Gaza Side of Rafah Crossing

The Israeli army said it took "operational control" of the Palestinian side of the Rafah border crossing between Gaza and Egypt and that troops were scanning the area.

6 May

Staff Writer With AFP

Yemen Houthis Threaten to Widen Ship Attacks to Mediterranean

Yemen's Houthi rebels threatened to extend their attacks on Israel-bound shipping to the Mediterranean after months of strikes on vessels in the Red Sea.

3 May

A discarded Islamic State flag lying on the ground in the Syrian village of Baghouz

Staff Writer With AFP

15 Pro-Government Syrian Fighters Killed in IS Attacks: Monitor

Islamic State killed at least 15 Syrian pro-government fighters after they attacked three military positions in the Syrian desert, a war monitor said.

3 May