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Israeli politicians who attack the US are playing with fire
The partnership with Israel’s key ally is the cornerstone of the nation’s security, yet right-wingers keep threatening to put its future in doubt
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Israeli Air Force strikes Houthi port in Yemen in response to drone strike on Tel Aviv
There are unconfirmed reports that the US and UK jointly took part in the military response
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Israel signs $3bn deal for 25 F-35 fighter jets from USA
The deal will increase the number of F-35s in the IAF from 50 to 75
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IAF chief: Israel prepared to use ‘massive’ firepower to stop Hezbollah
"This will be an attack with massive firepower, removing threats and enabling a change in the security reality," said Maj. Gen. Tomer Bar
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Israel thwarts 99 per cent of Iranian attacks, with help of US, UK and Arab allies
Iran launched more than 300 drones and missiles towards Israel last night
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Israeli Air Force strikes targets near Damascus
Two Syrian soldiers were injured in the raid by Israeli fighter jets
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Israeli air force allegedly strikes targets in Damascus
The IAF is not commenting on local media reports that targets near the airport were hit
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Israeli Air Force chief: Reservists who don’t report for duty will be dismissed
'Those who are not interested in serving simply will not be here' says Maj. Gen. Tomer Bar.
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