As 2020 drew to a close, Israel went ahead with its ambitious inoculation drive, overtaking many Western nations, even preferring the United Kingdom, which had begun the process weeks before.
The killing by a US drone of one of Iran's most senior army leaders, General Qassem Soleimani, on January 3, 2020, made an abrupt rise in tension between Tehran and Washington.
Israel: "Unintended Consequences" is the best way to describe the Arab Spring's impact on Israel.
Ten years after the protests affecting the pro-democracy Arab world, Israeli analysts believe that December 2020 is an unexpected result of December 2010.
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Tel Aviv Mayor Ron Haldai announcing the launch of his Hasraelim party, there are no fewer than six parties competing for the votes of centrist and leftist Israel.
Israelis who are ill with COVID-19 will be able to cast their ballots at drive-through polling stations, which officials hope will ensure a smooth election in March while reducing infection risk.
Israel's Ambassador to India Ron Malka's assurance of unwavering military support to India appears to be aimed at increasing tensions in Asia for later arch-rivals - Pakistan and its brother-in-law 'China'.
