Iranian hackers released drone footage over communities in Israel
Iranian hackers from the organization “Handala" have published footage on social media that they claim was recorded by a drone flying over Israel.
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Gaza:
Gaza: IDF destroys four tunnels in northern Gaza
Four underground tunnel routes in Gaza dismantled over the weekend east of the Yellow Line.
Watch live:
Watch live: March of the Living in Auschwitz
50 Holocaust survivors from Israel and around the world to lead the 2026 March of the Living alongside survivors of antisemitic shooting attacks from the US, UK, and Australia.
1st time in 43 years
1st time in 43 years: Direct talks between Israel, Lebanon begin
Representatives from Israel and Lebanon have begun talks in Washington for the first time in more than four decades.
IDF warns of increased fire from Lebanon
The IDF issued a warning that increase in fire from Lebanon is possible, likely targeting northern Israel.
March of the Living
Former hostage Agam Berger performs solo violin piece at March of the Living
Former hostage Agam Berger performs a solo violin piece of “The Town Is Burning" at the central ceremony in Birkenau as part of the March of the Living.
Defense Minister
Defense Minister: Israel is no longer under an existential threat
Israel Katz declared on Holocaust Remembrance Day that the elimination of Ali Khamenei and the damage inflicted on Iran’s nuclear program have removed the existential threat to the State of Israel.
Bint Jbeil
Terrorists who wounded 10 soldiers eliminated
Paratrooper Brigade forces eliminated the terrorist squad that wounded ten soldiers during a clash.
"הפרה חמורה של הפקודות"
Prison for Border Police officers who lit a fire on Shabbat
Four Israel Border Police officers were sentenced to prison time after being caught lighting a barbecue on Shabbat. The Border Police stated: “This is a serious violation of orders."
Helmet footage:
Helmet footage: Artemis 2 astronauts rescued from sea
Astronaut Gregory Reid Wiseman publishes footage of the Artemis 2 crew's rescue in the Pacific Ocean by NASA and US military forces.
Mossad Chief
Mossad Chief: “Campaign will be completed only when the extremist regime is replaced"
Mossad head David Barnea addressed the campaign against Iran, intelligence operations in the heart of Tehran, and the continuation of activities in Iran.
Assassination attempt targets Jewish OpenAI CEO
A suspect threw a Molotov cocktail at Sam Altman's home and was arrested; authorities say the motive was fear of the impact of artificial intelligence on humanity.
Watch:
Watch: Soldiers honor the memory of the victims of the Holocaust
Holocaust Remembrance Day was marked Tuesday morning across all active IDF combat zones, including Lebanon, Syria, Judea, Samaria, and the Gaza Strip.
Italy suspends defense agreement with Israel
Italian Prime Minister Giorgia Meloni announced that 'in light of the current situation' her country would not renew the defense agreement with Israel
'True victory'
'True victory' | Holocaust survivor’s son, great-granddaughter sound national siren
A Holocaust survivor’s son and his IDF officer granddaughter activated Israel’s national siren, symbolizing remembrance, continuity, and resilience.
'Trivializing the Holocaust':
'Trivializing the Holocaust': Outrage over comparison to Nazism in Ben-Gvir's case
A legal filing submitted Tuesday to Israel’s Supreme Court has stirred controversy over its use of historical references and imagery tied to the rise of Nazi Germany.
Israel marks Holocaust Remembrance Day
The State of Israel marks Holocaust Remembrance Day with a series of state ceremonies and a two-minute moment of silence.
Diplomatic Firestorm:
Diplomatic Firestorm: Smotrich clashes with Israeli ambassador to Germany
Israel's ambassador to Germany, Ron Prosor, criticized Finance Minister Bezalel Smotrich's remarks against Germany - but Smotrich refused to recant.
'Ruining Our Children':
'Ruining Our Children': Bnei Brak educators outraged over vending machines
The city council orders the machines closed down after citizens began complaining of excessive noise late at night and accumulations of garbage in the streets.
Belgian prime minister's pledge to Jewish leaders
At a joint meeting the prime minister confirmed he will deliver the main speech at the annual memorial for the deportation of Jews during the Holocaust, to be held in Antwerp on May 6.
Cleared for publication:
Cleared for publication: Sergeant Major (Res.) Ayal Uriel Bianco fell in southern Lebanon
Sergeant Major (Res.) Ayal Uriel Bianco, a firefighting vehicle driver in the 188th Brigade, fell during combat as a result of an overturned Hummer. Three reservists injured.
Hezbollah leader in fiery speech: Either fight or surrender
Hezbollah leader Naim Qassem blasts the Lebanese government, accusing it of collaborating with an American plot to ignite a civil war in Lebanon.
Report:
Report: Trump officials prepare for possible second meeting with Iran
Trump administration officials are holding preliminary discussions for a possible second in-person meeting with Iranian officials before the current ceasefire expires, sources tell CNN.
Report:
Report: Trump rejected Iran's 5-year enrichment halt offer
The New York Times reports that, during peace negotiations in Islamabad, the US demanded a 20-year suspension of Iranian uranium enrichment. Iran countered with a maximum of five years, which Trump has rejected.
Vance:
Vance: Progress was made with Iran, but the ball is now in their court
Vice President JD Vance tells Fox News US-Iran talks in Islamabad made real progress despite no deal being reached. He stresses that Iran must remove its enriched uranium stockpile and accept strict verification to prevent a nuclear weapon.
Rare footage:
Rare footage: 68 illegal Palestinian Arab workers discovered crammed inside garbage truck
Police and Defense Ministry inspectors stunned to discover dozens of illegal Palestinian Arabs packed tightly inside a garbage truck that was stopped for inspection.
At Yad Vashem
Holocaust survivor and former judge recites 'El Maleh Rachamim' prayer at Yad Vashem
Holocaust survivor Menachem Neeman, former Deputy President of the Haifa District Court, recites the "El Maleh Rachamim" prayer at the central Yom Hashoah ceremony at Yad Vashem.
Police to compensate haredi youth NIS 414,000
The Jerusalem Magistrate's Court sharply criticized police negligence in filling out arrest reports and conducting baseless legal proceedings.
Home Front Command updates defensive guidelines
New Home Front Command guidelines: limited activity in the north, gatherings limited to 5,000 in other areas.
'It will be good here'
The Holocaust survivor and her great-grandson who fell in battle
President Herzog recounts the story of a Holocaust survivor and her great-grandson who fell in Gaza, highlighting resilience, loss, and continuity.
Trump
Trump: 'Either Iran will give us the uranium or we'll take it'
US President says the talks with Iran collapsed because of Iran's refusal to accept that it will not obtain a nuclear weapon. 'We can't let a country blackmail or extort the world.'
'We will not be deterred!'
IDF Chief's powerful message for Holocaust Remembrance Day: 'We will not be deterred!'
IDF Chief LTG Eyal Zamir vows Israel will not be deterred, highlighting ongoing operations against Iran and a historic mission to eliminate threats.
Netanyahu at Holocaust ceremony:
Netanyahu at Holocaust ceremony: 'Europe is infested today with a deep moral weakness'
Israel's Holocaust Remembrance Day ceremony begins at Yad Vashem, honoring the memories of six million Jews murdered in the Holocaust.
Netanyahu thanks ‘true friend’ Orban, signals new chapter
Prime Minister Benjamin Netanyahu praises Viktor Orban’s steadfast support for Israel and looks ahead to strengthening ties with Hungary’s new leadership.
Sa’ar: ‘Never again’ means stopping Iran’s nuclear threat
At Holocaust ceremony, FM Sa’ar warns Iran is a global threat and says Israel will act to prevent nuclear weapons, citing lessons of history and appeasement.
Terrorist involved in killing of 21 soldiers eliminated
The IDF and Shin Bet eliminated a Hamas terrorist cell that was planning to carry out an attack against IDF forces in the central Gaza Strip. Among those eliminated was a terrorist who was involved in the building collapse disaster in which 21 fighters were killed.
High Court rules
High Court rules: Women to be integrated into Armored Corps
A panel of Israel’s High Court of Justice ruled that the IDF must ensure full equality of opportunity between men and women in role assignments, even combat assignments.
Hungary Jews praise Orbán, urge ties under new PM
Hungary’s Jewish community praised Viktor Orbán and voiced hope that new leader Péter Magyar will maintain security and ties with Israel.
8 soldiers injured by explosive drone in south Lebanon
Eight IDF soldiers were wounded in southern Lebanon after an explosive drone fell, including two in moderate condition and six lightly injured.
Official
Official: US Naval blockade of the Strait of Hormuz begins
Starting at 5:00 p.m. today (Monday), U.S. Central Command has begun implementing a full maritime blockade on all sea traffic entering and leaving Iran’s ports.
