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19/08/2010
Key points Newly de-classified IDF intelligence has revealed unprecedented details of Hezbollah's deployment in south Lebanese towns. Recent clashes between UNIFIL's French contingent and residents of Shia villages in southern Lebanon…Read more
09/08/2010
Key points The recent skirmish on the Israel-Lebanon border raises questions about the role of the Lebanese Armed Forces (LAF), which receive extensive Western support. The incident comes against the backdrop of…Read more
03/08/2010
What happened on the Israel-Lebanon border? Israel has engaged in an exchange of fire with the Lebanese Armed Forces (LAF), there have been casualties on both sides. The IDF has accused…Read more
03/08/2010
Key points In spite of its expressed scepticism about Israel's intention, the Arab League last week offered its agreement in principle for direct Israeli-Palestinian negotiations. In so doing, the League left…Read more
12/07/2010
Key Points Israeli Prime Minister Benjamin Netanyahu reported that he had ‘a good day in Washington' last week. He declared he was ready to ‘confound the critics' on the peace process…Read more
07/07/2010
This briefing updates ‘BICOM Analysis: Netanyahu's US Visit and Forthcoming Challenges - 5/7/2010'. To read the transcript of the press conference click here. To read the White House readout click here. Key Points The…Read more