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On November 18, X user Vivid Prowess posted a query to non-Israeli, non-Jewish followers asking their personal reasons for supporting Israel, paired with an Israeli flag image. The post garnered over 300,000 views, nearly 7,000 likes, and 3,600 replies by Thursday, featuring endorsements from figures like Brianna Wu citing strategic defense against radical ideologies and emotional ties to Jewish humanity. Responses highlighted shared values, democracy, biblical faith, historical duty, and personal stories, alongside sharp critiques amid polarized views on ongoing conflicts.

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What drives non-Israelis and non-Jews to back Israel? Vivid Prowess's viral X question exploded with 300,000 views and thousands of raw replies.

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Spanish Prime Minister Pedro Sánchez denied US forces access to Spanish bases for military strikes against Iran, citing Spain's values and past experiences like the Iraq War. President Donald Trump responded by threatening to cut off all trade with Spain and claiming the US could use the bases without permission. US Treasury Secretary Scott Bessent criticized Spain's uncooperativeness during Operation Epic Fury as putting American lives at risk.

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Alon Ohel, a 24-year-old Israeli-Serbian pianist abducted by Hamas from the Nova music festival on October 7, 2023, performed publicly for the first time since his release in mid-October 2025. The emotional moment at Hostages Square drew cheers from a crowd waving yellow ribbons and Israeli flags, as Ohel played 'Song Without a Name' by Yehudit Ravitz, a melody he tapped during his ordeal. Released as part of a U.S.-brokered ceasefire deal, Ohel's return highlights Israel's efforts to free hostages, though three individuals—Ran Ben-On, Dror Or, and Sudthisak—remain in Gaza.

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After 775 days of captivity, freed pianist Alon Ohel returned to the keys at Tel Aviv's Hostages Square, playing the song that sustained him through Gaza's tunnels.

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In a Church Times interview following his recent West Bank visit, Archbishop of York Stephen Cottrell described Israeli military actions in Gaza as deliberately indiscriminate and genocidal acts, while labeling the West Bank a regime of apartheid and ethnic cleansing through settler expansion. He emphasized that his criticism targets state policies, not Judaism or Jewish people, and supports Church divestment from occupation-enabling companies. Chief Rabbi Sir Ephraim Mirvis rebuked the remarks as irresponsible and morally inverted, planning a personal letter to Cottrell amid growing divides among UK faith leaders over the Gaza conflict now in its second year.

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After witnessing settler violence in the West Bank, Archbishop Stephen Cottrell has accused Israel of genocidal acts in Gaza and apartheid in the occupied territories.

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Nigeria's Islamic Movement in Nigeria (IMN) protested Sunday in Niger State after U.S.-Israeli airstrikes killed Iran's Supreme Leader Ayatollah Ali Khamenei, who led for 36 years. Members carried placards saying 'We Stand With Iran,' mourned his 'martyrdom,' and pledged support amid Iran's vows of retaliation. Similar marches drew hundreds in Kano and other northern cities, prompting police to boost security; online, many Nigerians criticized the focus on foreign issues while local banditry and kidnappings rage.

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Dozens of IMN members filled Niger State streets, waving Iranian flags and chanting against America and Israel in raw solidarity with Iran.

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U.S.-Israeli airstrikes launched on February 28, 2026, targeted Iran's leadership, nuclear sites, military bases, and security forces, killing Supreme Leader Ali Khamenei and hitting police stations like one in Tehran's Gisha district linked to morality patrols. These enforcers of hijab laws drew widespread hatred after cases like Mahsa Amini's 2022 death in custody, sparking the 'Woman, Life, Freedom' movement. Images of the twisted metal and debris have prompted joyful reactions from Iranians sharing stories of brutality, though some voices warn of coming chaos and civilian harm.

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Amid rubble from a collapsed Tehran building, one Iranian user wrote of her detention for 'showing hair': 'This is not destruction. Justice.'

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On March 3, 2026, Erdoğan addressed fears from the Israel-Iran conflict, which began February 28 with strikes on Iranian sites and retaliatory ballistic missiles hitting Israel. Turkey intercepted one such missile over the Eastern Mediterranean using NATO defenses and heightened border alerts. Supporters shared patriotic posts under #İstikbalTürkiyenindir, highlighting Turkey's strong defense, military, economy, and leadership to project unity and resolve for peace.

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As missiles fly near Turkey's borders, President Erdoğan stood firm in Ankara: 'No one should worry. With God's permission, the future belongs to Turkey.'

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Air India is halting all direct flights to Tel Aviv's Ben Gurion Airport for one week from Sunday, due to rising regional tensions between the US and Iran. The airline will review security after March 8 before deciding on resumption, offering rebooking or refund options as in past suspensions. This follows Prime Minister Narendra Modi's recent visit to Israel for defense and economic talks, while other carriers like KLM and Qatar Airways make similar adjustments over airspace risks.

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With US forces building up near Iran and nuclear talks stalled, Air India pulled the plug on its Delhi-Tel Aviv flights starting Sunday.

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Senator Ted Cruz advocated for toppling Iran's mullahs by recognizing Iranians' right to overthrow the regime through organized resistance and Resistance Units inside Iran. He emphasized this approach over war or negotiations.

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