Defense Ministry
Defense Ministry: Iran war underscored critical need for space superiority
Defense Ministry official Avi Berger says: 'Israeli space capabilities to cover every target in Middle East as strategic priority.'
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Hamas: Body of slain hostage handed over to Israel
Red Cross to hand over remains found in Gaza, but it is unknown if they belong to a hostage.
'We will stand by our principles'
Netanyahu: It is possible to reach an agreement with the Syrians
Prime Minister Benjamin Netanyahu visited the IDF reservists who were wounded in Syria and spelled out Israel's demands from Syria to reach a deal.
Terrorists who planned Knesset truck bombing sentenced
The Jerusalem District Court sentenced two ISIS-aligned terrorists to 12 and 5 years in prison for planning a gas-tank truck bombing near the Knesset, noting the plot was in an advanced stage and posed a real threat to human life.
TAU lecturer arrested for incitement declares hunger strike
Dr. Yolanda Yavor, who was arrested for inciting violence against Prime Minister Netanyahu, says she has begun a hunger strike in detention.
IMoD:
IMoD: 'Global chip war is a critical front'
Israel will soon be launching an effort worth hundreds of millions of shekels for the domestic manufacture of computer chips for advanced infrared targeting systems.
Kathmandu:
Kathmandu: Israeli brutally attacked with an iron club
Almog Armouza, 25, from Gadera, was attacked last night in an alley in Kathmandu by a group of locals and suffered serious injuries from one armed with an iron club.
Mentally ill suspect accused of assaulting two elderly rabbis
A mentally ill suspect who assaulted two elderly rabbis had his custody extended after disruptive courtroom behavior, as police report additional complaints alleging disturbing conduct and past violations of restrictive conditions.
Ramallah and Hebron:
IDF raids and seals HQ of PFLP-tied 'agricultural' organization
IDF forces operated at UAWC buildings, arresting suspects, seizing incitement materials and terror funds, and sealing the sites over the organization’s declared affiliation with the PFLP.
Dramatic footage:
Dramatic footage: Terrorist draws knife, lunges at soldiers
Footage shows the moment a terrorist stabbed two soldiers as they were questioning him near the town of Ateret.
Cabinet Secretary Fuchs: 'This is the only bill that could increase haredi enlistment'
Cabinet Secretary Yossi Fuchs said the new conscription bill meets Gallant’s 50% draft goal and includes sweeping sanctions on eligible Haredim who refuse to enlist.
PA Textbooks:
PA Textbooks: Six-year-olds to be taught about 'martyrs'
A current review of Palestinian Authority textbooks points to incitement, historical rewriting, non-recognition of Israel and encouragement of jihad.
Civilian vigilance prevents tragedy in Binyamin
A civilian reported a suspicious individual carrying a backpack near the town of Ateret. Upon inspection, the terrorist stabbed two IDF soldiers and was eliminated.
Access to 100,000 Consumers: The Gur Hassidic business model
Ahead of the Gur Hasidic community's business 'expo,' businessmen from the community presented the new business model that will be showcased at the event and that will characterize the historic gathering.
Guy Pearce apologizes for anti-Israel posts and leaves social media
Guy Pearce says he 'deeply regrets' sharing inaccurate anti-Israel content online and announces a pause from social media following widespread criticism.
Ransomware Network Exposed:
Ransomware Network Exposed: Student by day, Hezbollah hacker by night
An Israeli study found that a group of hackers that appeared to be a criminal organization operating for profit was in fact an attack and financing arm of Hezbollah.
Binyamin region:
Two soldiers wounded in stabbing attack near Ateret
A terrorist stabbed two soldiers at a spring outside the town of Ateret. The terrorist was eliminated.
645 Days:
645 Days: Knesset committee considers reclassifying missing girl as hostage
The family of Hymanut Kassaou and several Members of Knesset are demanding that she be recognized as a hostage rather than a routine missing person case.
Terrorist eliminated
Female soldier injured in ramming attack near Hebron, terrorist eliminated
Female soldier lightly injured in car-ramming attack on Highway 35 near the Judea Junction in the Hebron area. The terrorist fled with his vehicle into the city.
Syria launches new state newspaper after Assad’s fall
Syria launches “Al Thawra Al Souriya”, its first print newspaper in five years, replacing Assad’s “Al Thawra”.
US House passes bill barring October 7 attackers from entering US
The US House passes a bill barring Hamas Oct. 7 attackers from entering the US. Democrats back the measure but oppose amending immigration law to cite specific terror acts.
US approves $1B sale of helicopter parts, training to Saudi Arabia
The US approves a potential $1B sale to Saudi Arabia for helicopter support, spares, and training services, covering the Royal Saudi Land Forces Aviation Corps’ fleet.
US Treasury probes:
US Treasury probes allegations Minnesota funds reached Al-Shabaab
Treasury Secretary Scott Bessent says the Trump administration is investigating claims Minnesota tax money was diverted to Al-Shabaab. Gov. Walz welcomes the probe.
Report:
Report: US officials warned Netanyahu over strikes in Syria
According to Axios, US officials warned Netanyahu that repeated strikes in Syria risk destabilization and blocking peace efforts: “If it continues, he will self-destruct”.
Two 16-year-olds held in Paris for terror plot against Jews
Two 16-year-olds, including a Chechen teen, charged in Paris for plotting an antisemitic attack. France has already indicted 20 minors for terrorism in 2025, surpassing last year’s total.
‘Chained like an animal’:
‘Chained like an animal’: Alon Ohel reveals life inside Hamas captivity
In a Channel 12 interview, survivor Alon Ohel detailed two years of torture, starvation, and resilience in Hamas captivity, crediting hope and fellow hostage Eli Sharabi for his survival.
US pressures Lebanon: Return unexploded Israeli bomb
The US administration has formally requested the Lebanese government to return an advanced GBU-39B bomb that remained intact after an Israeli attack on Beirut. The main concern: advanced American technology leaking to Hezbollah or hostile countries.
Transportation Min. proposes:
Min. Regev proposes: Phone use while driving? You could get hit with a 10,000 NIS fine
Minister of Transportation Miri Regev is proposing increasing the fine for using a mobile phone while driving from 1,000 NIS to 10,000.
IDF Chief:
IDF Chief: 'We will prevent terror networks from forming in Samaria'
IDF Chief of Staff Eyal Zamir toured the Tammun-Tubas and Menashe areas, praising counterterrorism gains and ordering a full inquiry into the Yamas operation in which two terrorists were eliminated.
Islamic Jihad leader who infiltrated Nahal Oz on 10/7 eliminated
The IDF eliminated the Nuhkba leader of the Islamic Jihad terrorist organization in the Gaza City Brigade who participated in the October 7 massacre in Kibbutz Nahal Oz.
Trump urges Israel on Syria, invites Netanyahu to White House
President Trump said Syria is advancing after US policy changes and urged Israel to keep open dialogue with Damascus to avoid disrupting the country’s political and economic progress.
Tragedy in Brazil
Tragedy in Brazil: Man mauled to death after falling into lion enclosure
A 19-year-old man was killed after falling into a lion's cage at a zoo in João Pessoa, Brazil.
US warns: Israeli operation in Lebanon imminent
US Ambassador Tom Barrack has delivered a clear warning to the government in Beirut: any Israeli operation will continue until the terror organization is fully disarmed.
Israeli delegation attends Arrow 3 operational handover ceremony in Germany
The ceremony marks the first operational system handover under the contract signed with the German government approximately two years ago and is considered the largest defense export deal in Israel's history.
'A bridge of peace in our region'
Herzog meets with Muslim leaders from Africa | 'A bridge of peace in our region'
The delegation spoke with the President about the significance of their visit, the importance of deepening ties between Israel and Muslim communities in Africa, and the imperative to embrace coexistence and peace.
Punching left
Lapid: 'Yair Golan has no interest in ideology'
After Democrats Chairman Yair Golan called for unity on the opposition, the Opposition Leader stressed, 'We are totally different things that can't be connected.'
Court orders release of right-wing activists who entered Syria
A court has ordered the release of the right-wing activists who crossed into Syria over the weekend while calling for the establishment of Jewish settlement in the area.
Watch:
Watch: Dramatic broad daylight arrest in the heart of Shechem
Undercover IDF, police, and Shin Bet forces arrested a Fatah-linked suspect tied to terror attacks and IEDs during a precise operation in the Shechem market.
Robotic tanks to share real-time data in new combat structure
Head of the Merkava and Armored Vehicles Directorate at the Defense Ministry revealed a series of advanced developments in the field of ground combat.
Severe corruption scandal at checkpoint north of Jerusalem
An indictment says three Border Police officers took bribes to let unauthorized Palestinian Arabs pass the Ras Biddu Checkpoint, enabling a broad smuggling network.
