Israel
US opens thanks party for countries supporting the Jerusalem case
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On the evening of January 3, the US delegation to the United Nations held a special thanks party to thank countries that voted in support of the US against the draft UN resolution condemning the decision to recognize Israel Israel as the capital of Israel.
Despite threat to cut aid, 128 countries vote against the US on Jerusalem
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128 members attending the UN General Assembly meeting supported the draft resolution calling on the US to withdraw its declaration of Jerusalem as the capital of Israel. Previously, Mr. Donald Trump said he would "monitor" countries that opposed and threatened to withdraw aid.
Tens of thousands of Israelis widely protest Prime Minister Netanyahu
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About 20,000 Israelis demonstrated in Tel Aviv on December 2 to express their opposition to corruption in the government and Prime Minister Benjamin Netanyahu, who is under criminal investigation over allegations of abuse of power.
Illarremedi's army, Spain easily defeated Israel
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Spain entered the final match of the 2018 World Cup qualifiers with a very relaxed spirit after winning an early ticket to Russia. Against a weak opponent like Israel, Coach Lopetegui did not hesitate to field a squad with many young players. After the opening whistle, the Spanish B squad immediately rushed forward to attack, leaving Israel only able to defend. In the 76th minute, Illarremedi unexpectedly scored to bring a minimal victory for Spain.
Israel strongly opposes the Russia-US deal in Syria
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Israel opposes the signing of a ceasefire in southern Syria between Russia and the US, which increases Iran's presence in Syria.
Escalating the war: Israel attacks Syria for the second day
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On June 25, the Israeli army attacked a series of Syrian military targets, after a series of shells from Syria fired at the Golan Heights controlled by Israel for the second consecutive day.
