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.
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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.
Israel clarifies:
Israel clarifies: Return of deceased hostage's body not expected today
Following expectation that body of deceased hostage would be returned to Israel at 5:00 p.m., mediators report transfer will not happen today.
Netanyahu to be pardoned?
President Herzog: Decision on Netanyahu pardon to be based only on benefit to the nation
President Isaac Herzog responds to Prime Minister Benjamin Netanyahu’s pardon request, says he 'will consider solely the best interests of the State of Israel and Israeli society.'
Ben Gvir meets family of missing Tzfat girl
National Security Minister Itamar Ben Gvir meets family of Hymanut Kassaou, who went missing from Tzfat, says he will examine bringing Shin Bet in to help searches.
Israel advances law allowing doctors to report threats of future harm
Key committee approves Health Ministry proposal enabling medical professionals to share essential information when they identify a real risk of future harm.
Released hostage's requests when he got home
When released hostage Yosef Chaim Ohana finally returned to his home, he asked for two things - to put on Tefilin and for his mother's couscous.
06:29 on tractor en route to the Knesset for protest display
Israelis living near the Gaza border protested outside the Knesset demanding a decisive outcome in the war, saying, "We will not return while Hamas still exists."
Senior commander:
Senior commander: Israel reached breakthrough in detecting enemy drones
Brig. Gen. Benny Aminov says Israel is advancing interception solutions for swarm threats, including accelerated development of directed-energy weapons.
Israel opens DefenseTech Summit, showcases cutting-edge capabilities
Israel’s Defense Ministry launches International DefenseTech Summit in Tel Aviv, highlighting country’s transformation into a 'Defense-Tech Nation,' development of advanced technologies for potential future confrontations with Iran.
Israel announces:
Israel announces: Iron Beam laser system to be delivered this month
Brig. Gen. (Res.) Dr. Daniel Gold says completed Iron Beam system to enter initial operational use next year, marking a major shift in battlefield defense.
Hungary:
Progressive Jewish groups voice concern over US ambassador-designate to Hungary
Progressive Jewish groups in Hungary and US warn that President Trump’s nominee for US ambassador, Ben Landa, may limit community dialogue due to his ties to Israeli far-right figures.
Estimate: Netanyahu will be pardoned - in exchange for elections
President Isaac Herzog weighing Prime Minister Netanyahu's pardon request; sources say elections may be moved up in exchange.
Tragedy in Brazil:
Tragedy in Brazil: Biker stuntman killed during performance
36-year-old biker stuntman Lurrique Ferrari was critically injured after missing the landing ramp and doctors were unable to save his life.
Electric failure impacts rail lines in central Israel
Electrification system malfunction reduces train lines to Netanya, though all destinations remain reachable, Israel Railways says.
Report:
Report: Shin Bet was unaware of Nova festival on night before massacre
Internal investigation shows Shin Bet leadership did not know about the Nova music festival or its proximity to the border until about three hours after the massacre began.
London anti-Israel protesters target Israeli bakery
A Black Friday protest in London against Israel splinters into an unlicensed rally outside Israeli-owned bakery.
In Miami
Famed tenor Andrea Bocelli hosts freed hostage Segev Kalfon in Miami
International tenor Andrea Bocelli hosts freed Hamas hostage Segev Kalfon at his Miami home, singing and offering encouragement.
