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LiveBreaking News17:17

Mossad Chief Spoke With Syrian Foreign Minister Moments Before Strike

According to the Reuters news agency, just four days before the Israeli strike in Syria, Mossad chief Gofman held a rare phone call with the Syrian foreign minister. The two discussed Turkey’s military presence in Syrian territory and its regional implications.

Sinai Staff, Sinai Project

Sinai Staff

Aug 19, 2026·17:17

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    IDF Spokesperson: In under half an hour, the IDF and Shin Bet struck two Hamas commanders in central and northern Gaza—one in the Nuseirat area who infiltrated Israel on October 7, and the second in the Daraj Tuffah area along with other terrorists planning attacks against our forces.

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