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Israel’s West Bank Land Registry Move Sparks Palestinian Outrage

  Israeli's sit on the roof next to a flag, as they monitor a weekly settlers' tour in Hebron, in the Israeli-occupied West Bank, February 14, 2026.  Israel’s cabinet has approved a plan to formally register land in parts of the occupied West Bank, a step that Israeli officials say will modernize property records and clarify ownership. The initiative would allow the state to designate certain areas as Israeli state land and streamline processes for settlement expansion. Palestinian leaders have sharply condemned the decision, calling it a “de‑facto annexation” that further entrenches Israeli control over territory they envision as part of a future state. Several Arab governments have also criticized the move, arguing that it violates international law and undermines efforts to revive negotiations. Supporters within the Israeli government argue that the registration process will reduce legal disputes and bring administrative order to the region. Opponents counter that it acc...

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Escalating Tensions: Israel’s Direct Strike Warning to Iran


Amidst rising tensions in the Middle East, Israel has issued a stark warning to Iran, threatening direct military action if Tehran were to launch an attack from its own soil. This development follows the recent killings of Iranian generals at their consulate in Syria, an event that has significantly heightened the long-standing animosity between the two nations.

Israel’s Foreign Minister, in a statement released Wednesday, made it clear that any aggression from Iran would be met with a swift response. "If Iran attacks from its territory, Israel will respond and attack in Iran,” he declared, signaling a potential shift towards more direct confrontation.

The Iranian Supreme Leader, Ayatollah Ali Khamenei, has vowed retaliation against Israel for the consulate attack, which he equated to an assault on Iranian territory. "The evil regime must be punished, and it will be punished,” he affirmed during a sermon marking the end of Ramadan.

The international community watches with concern as both nations refrain from detailing their potential strategies, leaving the world to ponder the implications of such a conflict. As the situation unfolds, the hope for de-escalation remains, but the path forward is fraught with uncertainty.

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