Iran accuses Israel of killing top nuclear scientist, vows ‘revenge’
Iran said one of its most prominent nuclear scientists was assassinated Friday in an attack outside Tehran, blaming arch foe Israel and warning of “severe revenge”. The assassination threatens to escalate tensions between Iran and the US and its close ally Israel, with some warning of the risk of a major conflict in the Middle […]
Israel extends entry ban for tourists, foreigners until Aug 1
Israel has extended its entry ban for tourists and foreigners for another four weeks, until Aug. 1, the country’s airport authority told airlines on Thursday. Exceptions will be made only when the appropriate permits from immigration authorities are shown. Airlines were told that they would be responsible for taking passengers who are denied entry back […]
Israel to assist Nigeria in methanol fuel production
By Emmanuel Elebeke Nigeria and Israel have agreed to sign a bilateral agreement in the area of Methanol Fuel Production Technology that would be of mutual benefit to both countries. The agreement was sealed on Monday when the Israeli Ambassador to Nigeria, Mr Shimon Ben Shoshan paid a courtesy visit to the Ministry of Science […]
Israel approves equipment to boost Nigeria’s war against COVID-19
The Israeli Security Service has approved the shipment of classified materials to enable Nigeria prosecute the fight against COVID-19, high level administration officials have confirmed. The move, it was gathered, shows the determination of the Federal Government under President Muhammadu Buhari to go across boundaries and sentiments to check the COVID-19 pandemic, a high level […]
Israel army shoots ‘suspect’ who crossed from Lebanon
Israel’s army on Sunday shot and wounded someone who illegally entered the country across the closely-guarded Lebanon’s border, the military said. “A short while ago… troops spotted a suspect who crossed the Blue Line from Lebanon into Israeli territory,” it said in a statement, referring to the UN-demarcated borderline. “The suspect was injured from (army) […]
Top Israel court hears bids to bar Netanyahu from forming new govt
Israel’s top court Sunday started hearing arguments to bar Prime Minister Benjamin Netanyahu from forming a new government as he faces a criminal trial on corruption charges. The Supreme Court will also hear petitions challenging a coalition deal with his rival-turned-partner Benny Gantz, who is currently speaker of the Knesset, Israel’s parliament. Either case carries with it […]
