Newly installed Palestinian Prime Minister Mohammad Mustafa said his government would introduce measures to improve transparency and fight corruption, overhaul the justice system and security sectors
Iran launched more than 300 drones and missiles on Israel in what it said was retaliation against a suspected Israeli bombing of its embassy compound in Damascus.
The Iranian attack threatened to escalate into a regional war between the two arch-foes, Iran (and its proxies) and Israel (with the backing of its main ally, the United States).
The attacks came one day after a huge blast at a military base in Iraq early on Saturday killed a member of an Iraqi security force that includes Iran-backed groups.
Iran must be held accountable for its exceptional attack. The Israeli response, immediate but also intended to have a lasting impact, was based on Iran's intention to cause destruction.
Iran must be held accountable for its exceptional attack. The Israeli response, immediate but also intended to have a lasting impact, was based on Iran's intention to cause destruction.
The message was reiterated in both French and Hebrew. Tagged on the post were US Secretary of State Antony Blinken, along with the French, Italian, German, and British foreign ministers.
Tehran openly targeted Israel for the first time on April 13 with more than 300 missiles and drones in what it said was retaliation for Israel's suspected deadly bombing of its embassy compound.
"Iran now has the upper hand in the new balance of power against Israel. However, Tehran is not seeking to increase tension at this time," the Iranian source explained.
Israel and Iran ease tensions after strikes, but Iran warns of forceful response to any further aggression. US seeks de-escalation. G7 condemns Iran's actions.
Israel had decided earlier not to launch a full-scale attack against Iran, and instead decided on a quieter tactic to send a message with the aim of ending the cycle of attacks.
The Palestinian Authority faces setbacks in its bid for full UN membership, prompting reevaluation of ties with the US. Israel opposes Palestinian statehood.
Saudi Assistant Defense Minister Al Otaibi visits Pakistan for defense talks, following closely after a trip by Saudi FM to enhance economic ties. Both visits underscore a deepening relationship.
The Israelis were targeting an air defense radar site near Isfahan that’s part of the protection of the Natanz nuclear facility," ABC said, in the name of the official.
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