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Grapevine September 20, 2024: Friend of Foes

Movers and shakers in Israeli society.

Defense Minister Yoav Gallant, Prime Minister Benjamin Netanyahu, and Shin Bet Director Ronen Bar.

Israel thwarts Iranian plot to assassinate Benjamin Netanyahu, Yoav Gallant, Ronen Bar

The Shin Bet unveiled an Iranian assassination plot targeting PM Benjamin Netanyahu, Defense Minister Yoav Gallant, and Shin Bet Director Ronen Bar.

Israel’s role in the Nagorno-Karabakh crisis: A troubling legacy

As the anniversary of Azerbaijan's attack on Nagorno-Karabakh approaches, the role of Israeli arms in the conflict raises critical questions.

By SHMUEL LEDERMAN
17/09/2024

State Dept. defends not launching investigation into Aysenur Eygi's death

The department also found Israel's changes to rules of engagement 'insufficient.'

Turkey holds funeral for Turkish-American activist killed in West Bank

US President Joe Biden and Vice President Kamala Harris said on Wednesday the killing of Eygi was unacceptable and Israel must do more to make sure such an event never happens again.

By REUTERS
14/09/2024

Turkish intelligence chief meets Hamas chiefs in Ankara to pressure them to accept deal

Turkey is expected to be putting pressure on Hamas to accept a deal after the United States asked the Turkish government to intervene in the negotiations.

By REUTERS , WALLA! , JERUSALEM POST STAFF
13/09/2024

Turkey criticizes US-Cyprus defense agreement, citing security risks

Cyprus’ Defense Minister Vasilis Palmas and US Assistant Secretary of Defense for International Security Affairs Celeste Wallander signed the agreement in Nicosia.

By THE MEDIA LINE STAFF
12/09/2024

Death of US-Turkish activist in West Bank 'non-accidental,' Washington Post claims

A Washington Post probe claims that Aysenur Eygi was killed by IDF fire over half an hour after when the Israeli military claimed.

12/09/2024

Turkish nuclear plant delayed by withheld Siemens parts, China to supply

Turkey's first nuclear plant's opening is delayed due to Siemens Energy withholding parts, leading Russia's Rosatom to source alternatives from China.

By REUTERS
11/09/2024

US government demands overhaul of Israeli conduct in West Bank after killing of US citizen

Israel's military said on Tuesday that it was highly likely its troops had fired the shot that killed her but that her death was unintentional, and it voiced deep regret.

By REUTERS
10/09/2024
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