On November 19, Israeli Prime Minister Benjamin Netanyahu, accompanied by senior commanders and officials, entered southern Syria in a clear violation of international law, visiting Israeli army bases. He was joined by Defense Minister Yisrael Katz, Chief of Staff Eyal Zamir, and Foreign Minister Gideon Sa’ar.
In October 2025, the backlog of U.S. arms sales to Taiwan worsened slightly, as the Lai administration acknowledged new delays during questioning in the Legislative Yuan. Despite a Trump–Xi summit, U.S. policy toward Taiwan remained unchanged, meaning future arms sales are still possible. The total value of delayed sales remains at $21.54 billion.
Last night, Israeli fighter jets carried out a terrorist operation, bombing a building in the Ain al-Hilweh camp, located on the outskirts of Sidon in southern Lebanon.
The R-37M missile is a Russian long-range, solid-fuel, supersonic air-to-air missile, regarded as one of the longest-range operational air-to-air weapons in the world. With active radar guidance and a range exceeding 300 km, it is an ideal option for targeting aerial refueling tankers, AWACS aircraft, and other standoff airborne platforms.
A report published by sources close to Julani’s administration reveals that more than 4,500 officers and personnel of Bashar al-Assad’s government have joined the ranks of the Syrian Democratic Forces (SDF).
The R-73 missile is a short-range, infrared-guided air-to-air missile designed by Vympel NPO. Entering service in 1984, it is known in NATO designation as the AA-11 Archer.
A collective attempt by several detainees belonging to the terrorist group ISIS to escape from al-Sina’a Prison in Hasakah has failed. This facility, considered one of the most important detention centers for ISIS members in northeastern Syria, witnessed an operation that was quickly thwarted by the Syrian Democratic Forces (SDF) with air support from the U.S.-led coalition.
The IRGC Navy carried out a maritime operation in which the oil tanker Talara was seized on charges of transporting contraband cargo near the southern Makran coast.
On the anniversary of Atatürk’s death—whom ISIS portrays as a symbol of serving Western powers—history is, in their view, replaying a similar scene.
The Israeli military has launched a combined exercise, codenamed “Lion’s Roar”, simulating attacks on the West Bank and Lebanon. The drill involves the participation of the Judea and Samaria Division and the Gilead 96 Division, under the command of Israel’s Central Command, and will last for three days.
The Barak MX air defense system, developed by Israel Aerospace Industries, is a modular, network-centric platform built on an open architecture. Available in both land-based and Sea-based variants, it supports a wide range of radars and interceptor missiles, enabling engagement against diverse aerial, cruise, and ballistic threats. Given its export to foreign clients—particularly to conflict-prone regions such as the South Caucasus, the southern Persian Gulf, and the Eastern Mediterranean—Barak MX is regarded not only as an advanced weapon system but also as a geopolitical lever for Israel.
Hebrew-language outlets alleged that the United States and Israel have reached a preliminary understanding regarding the fate of al-Qassam Brigades, the military wing of Hamas, in Rafah, southern Gaza. Under this plan, part of the al-Qassam fighters would be relocated from Rafah to other areas under Hamas control within the Gaza Strip.
