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Judea and Samaria:

IDF, Shin Bet eliminate terrorist who wounded a reservist in Judea and Samaria

IDF, Border Police, and Shin Bet eliminate a PA police terrorist near Shechem and capture several others. All detainees, PA police operatives, were transferred for ISA questioning.

IDF, Shin Bet eliminate terrorist who wounded a reservist in Judea and Samaria

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Watch: Terrorists try to flee Rafah tunnel

IDF commanders assessing the Rafah area after 15 terrorists tried escaping tunnels. Footage shows them running among ruins. One captured terrorist: “We went out of the tunnel in search of food and water”.

Watch: Terrorists try to flee Rafah tunnel

Yom Kippur War-era IDF Intelligence Chief Eli Zeira dead at 97

Maj. Gen. (Ret.) Eli Zeira, who led the IDF Intelligence Directorate during the Yom Kippur War and was later cited by the Agranat Commission for the pre-war intelligence failure, passed away at age 97.

Yom Kippur War-era IDF Intelligence Chief Eli Zeira dead at 97

Over the past week:

Over the past week: Security forces arrested 60 suspects, 18 Hamas terrorists

Security forces operating across Judea and Samaria arrested 60 suspects, 18 of whom are Hamas terrorists, and seized a large quantity of weapons.

Over the past week: Security forces arrested 60 suspects, 18 Hamas terrorists

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Watch: 15 terrorists left tunnels in Rafah, 11 killed or detained

The IDF revealed that 15 terrorists emerged from tunnels at two different locations east of the yellow line in eastern Rafah. IDF eliminated six, arrested five, and is searching for the others.

Watch: 15 terrorists left tunnels in Rafah, 11 killed or detained

Anti-Israel move?

An anti-Israel move? Eurovision changes the rules of voting

The European Broadcasting Union announces new rules, including restrictions on audience voting and the addition of jury voting in the semifinals, following criticism over votes for Israel.

An anti-Israel move? Eurovision changes the rules of voting

Report:

Report: Anti-Hamas armed groups pushing for place in future Gaza governance

Fragmented militias gain influence in Israeli-controlled areas of Gaza as BBC reports rising tensions, competing loyalties, and uncertainty over their future roles.

Report: Anti-Hamas armed groups pushing for place in future Gaza governance

Indian fighter jet crashes at Dubai Air Show, pilot killed

An Indian HAL Tejas fighter jet crashed during a demonstration at the Dubai Air Show on Friday, killing the pilot. Eyewitnesses saw the aircraft dive uncontrollably, sending black smoke over Al Maktoum International Airport.

Indian fighter jet crashes at Dubai Air Show, pilot killed

Israeli leaders eulogize Netanya Mayor Miriam Feirberg-Ikar, praising decades of service

Netanya Mayor Miriam Feirberg-Ikar is remembered as a dedicated, visionary, who led the city through major growth, social and urban development, and immigrant integration, leaving a lasting legacy of leadership and commitment to her residents.

Israeli leaders eulogize Netanya Mayor Miriam Feirberg-Ikar, praising decades of service

IDF cmdr at intl conference

IDF cmdr at intl conference: 'Partnership with other armies is part of our strength'

The commander of the IDF Ground Force emphasized the value of sharing knowledge with different armies, after two years of fighting in Gaza, Lebanon, Syria, and Judea and Samaria.

IDF cmdr at intl conference: 'Partnership with other armies is part of our strength'

Netanya mayor Miriam Feirberg-Ikar passes away at age 74

Netanya Mayor Miriam Feirberg-Ikar passes away at 74 after battling a serious illness.

Netanya mayor Miriam Feirberg-Ikar passes away at age 74

IDF Intelligence reveals

IDF Intelligence reveals: The compromising protocols of the terror axis

Documents revealed for the first time by IDF Intelligence point to a series of communications and meetings between senior Hamas officials and representatives of Hezbollah and Iran, leading to secret cooperation with the Assad regime. Hamas viewed Syria as "a sanctuary base and a space for construction and deployment."

IDF Intelligence reveals: The compromising protocols of the terror axis

Aliyah Minister

Aliyah Minister: 'Mamdani a disgrace to US, encourages hostility to Jews'

Israeli Minister of Aliyah and Integration Ofir Sofer condemns NYC mayor-elect following the antisemitic protest outside Manhattan's historic Park East Synagogue.

Aliyah Minister: 'Mamdani a disgrace to US, encourages hostility to Jews'

Singapore imposes sanctions on 4 Israeli right-wing activists

Singapore announced that it will impose targeted sanctions on Meir Ettinger, Baruch Marzel, Bentzi Gopstein, and Elisha Yered due to their alleged involvement in violent incidents against Palestinian Arabs.

Singapore imposes sanctions on 4 Israeli right-wing activists

IDF & ISA: Death penalty for terrorists would be a deterrent

The Cabinet discussed the proposal for the death penalty for terrorists. Shin Bet and the IDF expressed principled support for the law, calling it 'a very deterrent tool.'

IDF & ISA: Death penalty for terrorists would be a deterrent

Provocation at Western Wall

Provocation at Western Wall: Torah Scroll smuggled through bathroom

The Western Wall Heritage Foundation reports that Reform women smuggled a Torah scroll through the public restrooms, in violation of the regulations and desecrating the sanctity of the scroll.

Provocation at Western Wall: Torah Scroll smuggled through bathroom

Tragedy before enlistment

Tragedy before enlistment: Volunteer falls from cliff

Ofer Bruner (19), who volunteered at the Ein Avdat Nature Reserve and was about to enlist in the IDF, was found lifeless after falling from a cliff into a water reservoir.

Tragedy before enlistment: Volunteer falls from cliff

Antisemitism funding freeze

Trump admin, Harvard close to settlement over antisemitism funding freeze

Education Secretary Lindsa McMahon says talks with Harvard to restore $3B in federal grants are “getting close.” The freeze followed Trump administration demands to curb antisemitism on campus.

Trump admin, Harvard close to settlement over antisemitism funding freeze

FBI arrests Florida man for threats using Hamas terror symbols

Florida man indicted for posting threats using Hamas-linked symbols on TikTok. The FBI says he targeted Americans and praised violence. He was arrested after a joint investigation across two states.

FBI arrests Florida man for threats using Hamas terror symbols

Ahead of Trump meeting

White House Press Secretary swipes at Mamdani ahead of Trump meeting

White House Press Secretary Karoline Leavitt calls NYC Mayor-elect Mamdani “a communist” ahead of his first meeting with President Trump.

White House Press Secretary swipes at Mamdani ahead of Trump meeting

Netanyahu:

Netanyahu: No Palestinian state, even if it costs Saudi normalization

In interview with Abu Ali Express Telegram channel, PM Netanyahu says no Palestinian state will be established, even at the cost of Saudi ties. He vows to reopen Rafah after hostage remains are returned.

Netanyahu: No Palestinian state, even if it costs Saudi normalization

White House clarifies:

White House: Trump doesn’t want Democrats to be executed, but to be held accountable

After Trump calls a Democrat-led video “seditious behavior, punishable by death”, White House spokesperson clarifies he doesn’t seek executions but wants lawmakers held accountable for urging troops to defy the chain of command.

White House: Trump doesn’t want Democrats to be executed, but to be held accountable

CAIR sues Texas Governor over 'terrorist' label

CAIR is suing Texas Gov. Abbott over his designation of the group as a “foreign terrorist organization.” CAIR calls the move “ludicrous” and says it violates free speech and due process rights.

CAIR sues Texas Governor over 'terrorist' label

Israel:

Israel: US F-35 sale to Saudis won’t undermine our military edge

Israel says its military edge will remain intact despite US plans to sell F-35s to Saudi Arabia.

Israel: US F-35 sale to Saudis won’t undermine our military edge

Levin: New peak of disgrace

Supreme Court freezes appointment of inspector in MAG case; Levin: A new peak of disgrace

Supreme Court halts appointment of retired judge Yosef Ben Hamo to oversee the MAG leak case, pending a decision on a request for further deliberation.

Supreme Court freezes appointment of inspector in MAG case; Levin: A new peak of disgrace

Cleared for publication:

Cleared for publication: The mission to arrest a terrorist who knew Hadar's whereabouts

IDF, Shin Bet, and Intelligence forces arrested Hamas operative Marwan al-Hams in a covert July operation in Rafah, as part of an ongoing effort to uncover the fate of Lt. Hadar Goldin and return him for burial in Israel.

Cleared for publication: The mission to arrest a terrorist who knew Hadar's whereabouts

Trump to survivors

Trump to survivors: 'You're not a hostage anymore, today you're heroes'

US President meets survivors of Hamas captivity in Washington, says their courage "united all Israelis."

Trump to survivors: 'You're not a hostage anymore, today you're heroes'

Israel and India announce renewal of Free Trade Agreement talks

Economy Ministry hails 'new milestone in the countries’ economic relations' as India's Minister of Economy, Piyush Goyal, makes first visit to Israel to relaunch FTA talks.

Israel and India announce renewal of Free Trade Agreement talks

Shin Bet Director:

Shin Bet Director: Land grabs in the Negev are also terrorism

Senior defense and political officials met at the Prime Minister’s Office to address rising challenges in Judea and Samaria, debating the Hilltop Youth, outpost policy, and questions of governance and enforcement.

Shin Bet Director: Land grabs in the Negev are also terrorism

Former hostages welcomed in Congress

The delegation met with senior lawmakers in the US Congress who pledged to continue working to return the bodies of hostages still held by Hamas.

Former hostages welcomed in Congress

Jonathan Pollard accuses US elements of targeting Huckabee

Pollard tells i24NEWS his meeting with Ambassador Huckabee was purely personal, while accusing internal US actors of exploiting it to undermine the envoy.

Jonathan Pollard accuses US elements of targeting Huckabee

Antisemitic mob harasses Jews at Park East Synagogue

Protesters call for violence against Jews while standing outside historic Manhattan synagogue during Aliyah event.

Antisemitic mob harasses Jews at Park East Synagogue

Hamas naval chief, terrorist who held hostages eliminated

The IDF revealed that after Hamas violated the ceasefire, the military eliminated Abdallah Abu Shamala, the Head of the Naval Array and Fadi Abu Mustafa, who held several Israelis hostage.

Hamas naval chief, terrorist who held hostages eliminated

Tribute to Trump

Tribute to Trump: Mezuzah from destroyed house on its way to White House

Twins Gali and Ziv Berman from Kibbutz Kfar Aza, who were taken captive on 10/7, will present the mezuzah from their burned home to President Trump.

Tribute to Trump: Mezuzah from destroyed house on its way to White House

Footage from underground:

One of the longest tunnel systems in Gaza, where Hadar Goldin was held, exposed

The IDF uncovered the most significant and complex underground routes discovered in the Gaza Strip thus far in Rafah, consisting of approximately 80 hideouts.

One of the longest tunnel systems in Gaza, where Hadar Goldin was held, exposed

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Watch: The surprising places weapons were found in Judea & Samaria

IDF, ISA and Border Police forces carried out brigade-level operations in several areas in Judea and Samaria. 7 terrorists who were planning attacks against IDF forces were arrested, and explosives and weapons were located - including a 'Carlo' hidden in a microwave.

Watch: The surprising places weapons were found in Judea & Samaria

Captivity survivor to CNN:

Captivity survivor Bar Kupershtein to CNN: 'G-d gave me the strength to be strong'

Freed hostage Bar Kupershtein reflects on two years in Hamas captivity, his faith, and the moments that sustained him as he prepares to meet President Trump in Washington.

Captivity survivor Bar Kupershtein to CNN: 'G-d gave me the strength to be strong'

'Hate has gone viral'

EJC president warns of dangerous influence of social media in youth radicalisation

Addressing the the Paris Mayors Summit on Antisemitism, European Jewish Congress President Dr Moshe Kantor launched a radical plan aimed at eradicating hate-filled antisemitism from social media forums targeting disaffected youth.

EJC president warns of dangerous influence of social media in youth radicalisation

Former IDF Spokesman appointed to senior business position

Rear Admiral (Ret.) Daniel Hagari has been appointed as a director in the Orian shipping company, his first position after leaving the IDF.

Former IDF Spokesman appointed to senior business position

MOD signs multi-billion dollar contract with Rafael to expand Iron Dome production

The Defense Ministry signed a procurement order that will accelerate the production of the Iron Dome defense system.

MOD signs multi-billion dollar contract with Rafael to expand Iron Dome production