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Seth J. Frantzman

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Middle East security, defense analysis. War correspondent @Jerusalem Post; Adjunct Fellow FDD. Breaking Defense. #ChezFrantzman Author of 'The October 7 War' and 'Drone Wars.' Skipper. Maine. Phi Psi.

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Israel's Elbit Systems announced "an order for the Bradley Fighting vehicle Active Protection System (APS), that Elbit Systems has been awarded by GD-OTS a $228 million contract to supply the Company's Iron Fist APS. The contract will be executed over a period of three years."

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Four NATO Nations Select Trophy as the Active Protection System for Their Leopard 2 A8 Fleets: Rafael Supports Multi-Nation Selection of Trophy Active Protection System for Leopard 2 A8 Fleets for Lithuania, the Netherlands, Czech Republic, and Croatia.

25.01.2026 23:39 β€” πŸ‘ 0    πŸ” 0    πŸ’¬ 0    πŸ“Œ 0
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Our mushroom #beefstew

23.01.2026 19:37 β€” πŸ‘ 2    πŸ” 0    πŸ’¬ 0    πŸ“Œ 0
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Trump’s Board of Peace aims to reshape global diplomacy | The Jerusalem Post β€œOnce this board is completely formed, we can do pretty much whatever we want to do. And we’ll do it in conjunction with the United Nations,” Trump said in Switzerland.

Trump’s New New World Order

Trump's Board of Peace signals new US approach to global diplomacy - analysis

www.jpost.com/internationa...

22.01.2026 23:24 β€” πŸ‘ 1    πŸ” 0    πŸ’¬ 0    πŸ“Œ 0
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Kurdish group claims Iran missile, drone attack | The Jerusalem Post Video and photos from the site of the attack show the destruction of vehicles and other debris from the incident.

Iranian Kurdish group says regime carried out missile, drone strike on its forces in Iraq

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21.01.2026 09:14 β€” πŸ‘ 1    πŸ” 1    πŸ’¬ 0    πŸ“Œ 0
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Syria retakes oil fields in battle against Kurdish SDF | The Jerusalem Post Overnight on January 17 and 18, there were major changes on the ground as Arab tribal fighters claimed to seize control of a number of villages and two oil fields on the East side of the Euphrates.

Syria's government faces pivotal moment against SDF, as it retakes largest oil field - analysis www.jpost.com/middle-east/...

19.01.2026 01:17 β€” πŸ‘ 1    πŸ” 0    πŸ’¬ 1    πŸ“Œ 0
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Gaza's ISF commander was key in Israel-Hezbollah ceasefire | The Jerusalem Post Major-General Jasper Jeffers has decades of experience in the US military and has played a key role in the Israel-Lebanon ceasefire.

Trump names Gaza’s β€˜Stabilization Force’ commander who played key role in Israel-Lebanon ceasefire
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19.01.2026 01:16 β€” πŸ‘ 0    πŸ” 0    πŸ’¬ 0    πŸ“Œ 0
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Who is in Donald Trump's Board of Peace for Gaza? | The Jerusalem Post In addition to the Board of Peace, there are other layers of advisors and entities that will be involved in executing US President Donald Trump’s vision for Gaza. But, how will they work?

Who are Trump's Gaza Board of Peace appointments - and what do they mean for Israel? - explainer
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19.01.2026 01:15 β€” πŸ‘ 0    πŸ” 0    πŸ’¬ 0    πŸ“Œ 0

Israel's Prime Minister's Office, this evening (Saturday, 17 January 2026); "The announcement regarding the composition of the Gaza Executive Board, which is subordinate to the Board of Peace, was not coordinated with Israel and runs contrary to its policy."

17.01.2026 23:09 β€” πŸ‘ 0    πŸ” 0    πŸ’¬ 0    πŸ“Œ 0

IDF: "Over the past month, troops from the 16th Brigade, under the command of the 252nd Division, operated east of the Yellow Line in northern Gaza and have now completed their mission in the area. The brigade’s troops will be replaced by troops from the 3rd Brigade."

17.01.2026 22:53 β€” πŸ‘ 0    πŸ” 0    πŸ’¬ 0    πŸ“Œ 0
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The Middle East’s Top Challenges in 2026 The fall of Iran’s regional influence has opened up a new range of potential conflicts in Syria, Yemen, and Lebanon that will define 2026.

The Middle East’s Top Challenges in 2026
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15.01.2026 06:11 β€” πŸ‘ 1    πŸ” 0    πŸ’¬ 0    πŸ“Œ 0
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Iran's Kurdish opposition strengthens as protests intensify | The Jerusalem Post As protests in Iran escalate, Kurdish opposition groups, including PDKI, PAK, and PJAK, call for regime change, despite ongoing violence and a deadly crackdown on demonstrators.

Kurdish groups continue to struggle against the Tehran regime.

As protests in Iran escalate, Kurdish opposition groups, including PDKI, PAK, and PJAK, have issued statements and are operating against the regime ; a look at what they have said and claims of operations

www.jpost.com/middle-east/...

12.01.2026 22:20 β€” πŸ‘ 2    πŸ” 1    πŸ’¬ 0    πŸ“Œ 0

Israel's PM says "Israel is closely monitoring the events unfolding in Iran. The protests for freedom have spread throughout the country. The people of Israel, and the entire world, stand in awe of the immense bravery of Iran's citizens."

11.01.2026 14:21 β€” πŸ‘ 1    πŸ” 0    πŸ’¬ 0    πŸ“Œ 0

Lockheed Martin: "In a record-breaking year for the F-35 Lightning II program, Lockheed Martin (NYSE: LMT) delivered 191 F-35s in 2025, surpassing the previous delivery record of 142 jets."

08.01.2026 11:27 β€” πŸ‘ 0    πŸ” 0    πŸ’¬ 0    πŸ“Œ 0

Israel's Prime Minister's Office: "The ceasefire agreement brokered by the United States between Israel and Lebanon states clearly, Hezbollah must be fully disarmed."

08.01.2026 11:26 β€” πŸ‘ 0    πŸ” 0    πŸ’¬ 0    πŸ“Œ 0
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IDF and Israel's MOD distribute thousands of Arad rifles:
"The deal with Israel Weapon Industries (IWI), valued at approximately $31 million (NIS 100 million), was signed through the Ministry’s Defense Procurement Directorate (DPD) Land Acquisition Unit."

08.01.2026 11:25 β€” πŸ‘ 0    πŸ” 0    πŸ’¬ 0    πŸ“Œ 0

Israel's Ministry of Defense: Construction of the Eastern Border Security Barrier Expands

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Israeli defense industry looks to capitalize on hard-won combat lessons: 2026 preview - Breaking Defense Officials in European capitals have said they need to procure systems quickly that have relevance on the modern battlefield, and Israel is well-placed to provide solutions that are often proven becaus...

Israeli defense industry looks to capitalize on hard-won combat lessons: 2026 preview

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Jordan carries out airstrikes in Syria against drug smugglers The Kingdom of Jordan conducted airstrikes targeting drug smuggling networks in southern Syria between December 23 and 25. The Jordanians coordinated with regional partners, although reports did not s...

Jordan carries out airstrikes in Syria against drug smugglers
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Police investigate arson attacks on vehicles in Negev towns | The Jerusalem Post Multiple vehicles were torched in Negev towns overnight, with police linking the incidents to reprisals following ongoing operations in nearby Bedouin communities.

My new analysis looks at the Negev and the Israeli authorities and the Bedouin

Context and history

β€˜West Bank-ification?' Police investigate Negev arson spree as Bedouin tensions intensify

www.jpost.com/israel-news/...

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Iran feels threatened after Netanyahu-Trump meeting | The Jerusalem Post The Islamic Revolution Guard Corps (IRGC) stated β€œit would stand firmly against any unrest or territorial aggression, warning adversaries against miscalculation.”

NEW piece on Iran reactions to Trump-Netanyahu meeting

An uncertain Tehran responds to Trump-Netanyahu meeting with war rhetoric - analysis

www.jpost.com/middle-east/...

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Israel's IDF: The trilateral work plan for military cooperation between Greece, Cyprus, and Israel, as well as the bilateral work plans between the IDF and the Hellenic Armed Forces and between the IDF and the Cypriot National Guard for 2026, were signed last week in Cyprus.

28.12.2025 19:03 β€” πŸ‘ 5    πŸ” 0    πŸ’¬ 0    πŸ“Œ 0
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Jordan airstrikes hit smuggling sites in southern Syria | The Jerusalem Post Two rounds of Jordanian airstrikes hit smuggling targets in southern Syria, underscoring Amman’s demand for stronger action against drug gangs operating near its border.

What you need to know about Jordan's Syria strategy: Jordan carries out airstrikes in Syria, signaling frustration over border security - analysis www.jpost.com/middle-east/...

28.12.2025 18:43 β€” πŸ‘ 1    πŸ” 1    πŸ’¬ 0    πŸ“Œ 0

Israel’s IDF gets its lasers. Rafael Delivers 1st Operational High-Power Laser System - Iron Beam to the IDF.

This was widely expected

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Searching for Christmas in Jerusalem’s Old City | The Jerusalem Post I went to the Old City of Jerusalem on December 25, 2025, to find holiday cheer and Christmas events.

Searching for Christmas in Jerusalem’s Old City - Reporter's Notebook

www.jpost.com/opinion/arti...

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How Syria Can Begin Integrating the SDF How Syria Can Begin Integrating the SDF

How Syria Can Begin Integrating the SDF thisisbeirut.com.lb/articles/133...

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Israel’s Power Vacuum Dilemma Israel’s Power Vacuum Dilemma

Israel’s Power Vacuum Dilemma
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23.12.2025 16:39 β€” πŸ‘ 1    πŸ” 0    πŸ’¬ 1    πŸ“Œ 0
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How growing public support to disarm Hezbollah is forcing a reckoning in Lebanon DUBAI: Lebanon’s government recently instructed the army to prepare a plan to disarm all armed factions and restore the state’s monopoly on weapons. It was widely interpreted as a move to disarm Hezbo...

Arab News: "How growing public support to disarm Hezbollah is forcing a reckoning in Lebanon" www.arabnews.com/node/2627161...

23.12.2025 13:04 β€” πŸ‘ 1    πŸ” 0    πŸ’¬ 0    πŸ“Œ 0
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Pakistan seeks greater role in Middle East | The Jerusalem Post Several recent meetings indicate Pakistan’s potential shift from a focus on South Asia to West Asia. This may also reflect its intention to work more closely with the US under Donald Trump.

Pakistan moves to secure more influence in Middle East

Is Pakistan pushing for a greater role in the Middle East over South Asia? - analysis

www.jpost.com/middle-east/...

22.12.2025 22:27 β€” πŸ‘ 2    πŸ” 0    πŸ’¬ 0    πŸ“Œ 0

"The State of Israel is committed to punishing the perpetrators of the massacre in a way that makes it clear unequivocally - anyone who harms Israeli citizens - will be brought to justice in the fullest severity."-Israel's Minister of Defense.

He wants to have a tribunal for terrorists

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