🚨 🇮🇱 🇵🇸 ⚠️: Israel's Cabinet has approved the establishment of 19 new settlements in the occupied West Bank, a move that further complicates the prospect of a Palestinian state.

➡️ The decision, announced by Finance Minister Betzalel Smotrich, marks a significant expansion of settlements, bringing the total number of new settlements to 69 since the current government took office. This increases the number of settlements in the West Bank by nearly 50%, with the total now reaching 210.

➡️ The settlements include Kadim and Ganim, which were previously dismantled in 2005. The approval comes amid ongoing violence, with the Palestinian Health Ministry reporting two Palestinians killed in clashes with Israeli forces over the weekend. The U.S. is urging both Israel and Hamas to advance a ceasefire plan that aims to create a pathway to a Palestinian state, which these settlements threaten.

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🚨 🇮🇱 🇮🇷 ❗️ IDF Chief Eyal Zamir warns military will strike "wherever required," hinting at potential new attacks on Iran.

➡️ During a ceremony in Tel Aviv, Zamir stated that Israel's military actions are focused on Iran, which he claims is behind the threats against Israel. He emphasized the need for readiness on both near and distant fronts.

➡️ This statement follows reports that Prime Minister Benjamin Netanyahu plans to discuss potential military actions against Iran's missile production capabilities with US President Donald Trump. Israeli officials express concern that Iran could ramp up missile production to 3,000 annually if unchecked.

➡️ Iran's Foreign Minister Abbas Araghchi claimed the nation has rebuilt facilities damaged in a previous conflict with Israel and is prepared for further confrontation. He asserted that Iran's technology remains intact despite past assaults.

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