Opinion: The Mitzvah of redeeming captives seems to have vanished from Haredi priorities while conscription to the military, violations of the sabbath bring mass Haredi protesters to the streets; my Haredi brothers and sisters, where are you?  

Analysis: Israel's preemptive strike on Hezbollah makes rehabilitation of its infrastructure, and rocket array which is severely damaged, difficult; if this success continues it can make South Lebanon much less threatening for Israel’s northern residents.

Analysis: Russia's involvement in the Middle East aims to strengthen its position in the Arab world and divert Western attention from Eastern Europe; While Moscow avoids Western-led stability efforts, it also seeks to prevent a regional conflict that could complicate its strategic interests