Tag: Golan Heights
Israel’s newest air-defense system makes its debut
Israel’s newest air-defense system, David’s Sling, made the headlines this week after going into action for the first time on the border with Syria.
Although it appeared not to strike the target—in this case, two...
U.S. lawmaker: Iran’s role in Syria boosts need to recognize Israeli sovereignty in the...
Rep. Ron DeSantis (R-Fla.) said in a hearing he organized in the House of Representatives on Tuesday that Iran’s growing presence in Syria has bolstered the case for the United States to recognize Israel’s...
More earthquakes in Israel’s north rattle residents, concern experts
Northern Israel experienced four earthquakes on Sunday, causing no injuries or damage, but shaking up local residents, who fear that a week filled with minor quakes may be the precursor of a major seismic...
Hezbollah declares ‘victory’ in southern Syria amid ceasefire reports
Hezbollah leader Hassan Nasrallah declared a “major victory” over forces “supported by the United States and Israel” amid unconfirmed ceasefire reports in southern Syria between rebel groups and forces loyal to the Syrian government.
“We...
Will recognizing Israeli sovereignty in the Golan Heights be the next move for Trump?
Rep. Ron DeSantis’s proposal to the Congressional Committee on Foreign Affairs that the United States recognize Israeli sovereignty in the Golan Heights has been shelved for the foreseeable future. DeSantis’s (R-Fla.) hope was that,...
American lawmakers push for recognition of Israeli sovereignty over Golan
An American plan to bring the U.S. closer to recognizing the Golan Heights was laid out last week for Israeli and American officials in Washington.
The six-point plan proposed by a group of American legislators...