Stories written by the Israel National News team have been compiled and edited by several news writers
The IDF and ISA announced the elimination of dozens of terrorists in Gaza, including Ahmad Abu Deif, a Hamas deputy commander, and Taleb Abu Atiwi, a Nukhba team leader from the October 7 attack.
Jerusalem District Police arrested two suspects in their 30s with half a kilo of cocaine and cash; the suspects, including a preschool teacher, were taken for questioning and face custody hearing.
Local reports claim IDF forces raided the home of Hebron Mayor Tayseer Abu Sneineh and arrested him. The IDF has yet to confirm.
The ministry clarified that, contrary to reports, no change was made to the civics matriculation exams and that schools continue to teach content related to liberal democracy.
An IDF inquiry into the October 7 battle at Camp Yiftah found that quick action by the 77th Battalion prevented Hamas from seizing the base, though nine soldiers were killed.
China and Russia back Iran in rejecting a European bid to reimpose UN sanctions, calling the snapback move “legally flawed” amid failed nuclear talks and rising tensions over uranium enrichment.
Watch: Coldplay’s Chris Martin invited two Israeli women on stage at Wembley, sparking applause and boos. He then welcomed both Israelis and Palestinians but made no mention of Hamas-held hostages.
PA chairman Abbas accuses Netanyahu of “genocide,” says Israel regrets recognizing the PLO, and declares PA readiness to govern Gaza with Arab or international partners.
Sderot Mayor Alon Davidi advocates for a clear victory over Hamas, emphasizing that the city continues to grow and thrive despite ongoing security challenges.
Belgian Foreign Minister announces his country will recognize “Palestine” and impose sanctions on Israel over its actions in Gaza. The move includes sanctions on Israeli “settlements” and support for a two-state solution.
Wanted terrorist shot and wounded during a security operation in the Palestinian Arab village of Tamun. Three family members, who were not the targets, injured by gunfire from the forces.
President Trump announces that Rudy Giuliani will receive the Presidential Medal of Freedom. The announcement comes as Giuliani is recovering in hospital following an accident.
President Donald Trump tells Daily Caller Israel’s once-dominant lobby in Congress has weakened: They may be winning the war, but they’re not winning the world of public relations, and it is hurting them.
Jordan and Egypt suspend Gaza aid airdrops as Israeli officials explain that enough aid enters by land, dismissing famine concerns and citing limited impact of flights.
Sergeant First Class (Res.) Ariel Lubliner, age 34, who fell in a friendly-fire incident, was laid to rest, escorted by hundreds, led by his wife and nine-month-old son.
UK Foreign Secretary David Lammy condemned Israel over Gaza aid, announced £15m in new assistance, and tied ceasefire demands to hostage release and Hamas disarmament.
At the Cabinet meeting, the Chief of Staff claimed that Gaza has largely been defeated, the Mossad chief called for a partial deal, and Netanyahu refused to allow a vote on the matter.
Prime Minister Netanyahu visited Nof HaGalil on the first school day, lauding the 95% return of Galilee children to school, and outlining plans to develop the region’s infrastructure and economy.
Tzvika and Efrat Mor accompanied their daughter Oria to her first day in first grade. Oria said: 'I miss my brother Eitan very much and I pray that he will return home healthy.'
The Supreme Court canceled Wednesday’s hearing on Attorney General Gali Baharav-Miara’s dismissal, issuing a conditional order and instructing the gov’t to update by Sept. 14.
A 27-year-old man attacked security guards, drew a sharp object, and was shot in the leg due to danger to other patients.
Jerusalem police arrested a Palestinian Arab who crossed illegally from Judea and Samaria, found a kipa in his pocket, and later confessed he planned a terror attack.
The Supreme Court permitted publication of the name Raziel Dahan, a kabbalist, who is suspected of fraudulently receiving benefits from the National Insurance Institute and of evading taxes of millions of shekels over several years.
While Houthis claim several UAVs were launched at Israel after the funeral of their PM and ministers, the IDF identified one and intercepted it.
Israel condemned the International Association of Genocide Scholars' resolution accusing it of genocide in Gaza, calling it a distortion based on Hamas propaganda.
The Minister of the Negev, the Galilee, and National Resilience, Yitzhak Wasserlauf, sent a personal letter to residents of northern Israel for the start of the school year, assuring them that they could always turn to him for help.
A father of four from southern Israel won 10 million shekels in the National Lottery after 300 days of reserve duty, planning a family trip and considering a career change.
Prime Minister Benjamin Netanyahu opened the 2025-2026 school year at the Begin School in Nof Hagalil and visited a memorial for fallen soldier Staff Sgt. Ilya Sankin.
Degel Hatorah Chairman MK Moshe Gafni calls on Shas leaders to open new schools for girls, stating that 'our schools cannot accommodate everyone.'
Attorney General Gali Baharav-Miara criticizes National Security Minister Itamar Ben Gvir’s new roadblock policy as beyond his authority.
Study: 77% of global media coverage of Operation Rising Lion targets Israel, only 23% Iran. Foreign Ministry: ‘When 150 outlets choose to stop reporting news, it’s politics, not journalism.’
Earthquake of magnitude 6.0 strikes eastern Afghanistan, near Pakistan border; Taliban claims 622 dead, over 1,000 injured.
IDF forces continue targeted attacks on terror infrastructure throughout Gaza.
Israel MOD signs approximately $115 million contract with SCD for advanced infrared sensor manufacturing.
'I'm proud to be Israeli, proud to be Jewish, proud to connect different religions, different ages and different opinions through this wonderful tool called music,' says David D'Or on the antisemitic attack during his performance in Poland.
'Every missed opportunity to advance a deal prolongs their suffering and deepens Israel’s national wound,' the Hostages Forum respond to PM Netanyahu's statement in the cabinet that the hostage deal is off the table.
Kfir Brigade's operations included elimination of dozens of terrorists, dismantling of approximately eight kilometers of underground tunnel routes, IDF says.
Habithonistim movement calls on Israeli government to allow Barcelona flotilla to reach Gaza - so long as it takes some Gazans with it when it leaves.
Dozens of young Haredim reported to the Tel Hashomer induction center, joining the Netzach Yehuda Battalion, Hashmonaim Brigade, Paratroopers, Givati and Border Police.
Making history in Samaria: twenty years after the evacuation of Homesh during the disengagement, the first kindergarten in the uprooted community opened this morning.
