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IDF eliminates head of Hamas government in Gaza

IDF, ISA, eliminate terrorist Rawhi Mushtaha, the head of the Hamas government in the Gaza Strip.

IDF eliminates head of Hamas government in Gaza

Pres. Herzog:

Pres. Herzog: 'Jews deserve to feel safe and to be safe - anywhere on earth'

In a message ahead of the first anniversary of the October 7th massacre, Israeli President Isaac Herzog stresses the resilience of the Israeli people, and the importance of standing united and strong against antisemitism across the globe.

Pres. Herzog: 'Jews deserve to feel safe and to be safe - anywhere on earth'

Gaza:

Israel frees Yazidi woman kidnapped by ISIS and sold to Hamas in Gaza

After more than a decade in captivity in Gaza: The IDF led by COGAT, in collaboration with the US Embassy in Israel, rescued a young Yazidi woman held by a Hamas terrorist affiliated with ISIS in the Gaza Strip

Israel frees Yazidi woman kidnapped by ISIS and sold to Hamas in Gaza

Report: Nasrallah's successor eliminated

Israeli security source tells Sky News Arabic that Hezbollah's new leader, Hashem Safieddine, was eliminated.

Report: Nasrallah's successor eliminated

Paratroopers Captain Ben Zion Falach fell in southern Lebanon

Falach, 21, is the ninth soldier to fall in combat in southern Lebanon since the start of the ground operation. His twin brother is also fighting in Lebanon.

Paratroopers Captain Ben Zion Falach fell in southern Lebanon

Two IDF soldiers killed by UAV launched from Iraq

Sergeant Daniel Aviv Haim Sofer and Corporal Tal Dror, both 19, were killed by a missile launched early Wednesday morning from Iraq towards northern Israel.

Two IDF soldiers killed by UAV launched from Iraq

US Ambassador tells UNSC:

US Ambassador tells UNSC: Condemn Iran for its unprovoked attack against Israel

Ambassador Linda Thomas-Greenfield urges Security Council to condemn and sanction Iran after its missile attack on Israel: We have a collective responsibility to impose sanctions on the IRGC.

US Ambassador tells UNSC: Condemn Iran for its unprovoked attack against Israel

Reports in Syria:

Reports in Syria: Nasrallah's son-in-law among three killed in strike in Damascus

Syrian state media reports that Israel struck a residential building in the Mezzah suburb of Damascus, killing three people. Saudi report says IRGC members were in the apartment which was struck.

Reports in Syria: Nasrallah's son-in-law among three killed in strike in Damascus

Days before elimination

Khamenei urged Nasrallah to flee Lebanon days before elimination

Sources tell Reuters that Iran's Supreme Leader urged Hezbollah leader to flee Lebanon just days before he was eliminated, but Nasrallah refused.

Khamenei urged Nasrallah to flee Lebanon days before elimination

IDF Chief of Staff:

IDF Chief of Staff: We know how to strike with precision and power

IDF Chief of Staff Herzi Halevi visits Tel Nof Airbase ahead of Rosh Hashanah: We have the capabilities to reach and strike any point in the Middle East. Those of our enemies who have not yet understood this, will soon understand.

IDF Chief of Staff: We know how to strike with precision and power

Hamas claims responsibility for Jaffa terror attack

Hamas says the two terrorists from Hebron who murdered seven people in Jaffa were members of the group.

Hamas claims responsibility for Jaffa terror attack

Netanyahu:

Netanyahu: Iran's axis of evil seeks to destroy us, this will not happen

Netanyahu expresses condolences after eight IDF soldiers fell during combat in Lebanon: May God avenge their blood. May their memory be a blessing.

Netanyahu: Iran's axis of evil seeks to destroy us, this will not happen

Watch:

Watch: 36th division enters Lebanon

Before crossing the border, Division Commander Brig. Gen. Moran Omer told the troops: ' There is no challenge that we can't overcome and no mission that we won't complete.'

Watch: 36th division enters Lebanon

Cleared for publication:

Cleared for publication: Police foiled terror attack on synagogue in southern Israel

A Hebron teenager was arrested after police received intelligence of his intentions to carry out a stabbing attack in a synagogue

Cleared for publication: Police foiled terror attack on synagogue in southern Israel

Cleared for publication:

Five of Jaffa terror attack victims released; sixth victim identified as Greek citizen

Shahar, 30, Inbar, 33, Revital, 24, Ilya, 42, and Nadia, 40, were murdered in the Jaffa attack.

Five of Jaffa terror attack victims released; sixth victim identified as Greek citizen

IDF admits:

IDF admits: Iranian attack damaged airbases

Administrative buildings on several IAF bases were damaged during Iran's attack but no planes were hit.

IDF admits: Iranian attack damaged airbases

Rabbis in Jerusalem:

Rabbis in Jerusalem: Report presence of any Arabs in the neighborhood

Residents report wave of break-ins in Jewish neighborhoods near Shu'afat, rabbis order any Arabs noticed to be reported to police.

Rabbis in Jerusalem: Report presence of any Arabs in the neighborhood

Health Ministry:

Health Ministry: two diagnosed with measles in Haifa region

The Ministry of Health issues update on two patients in the Haifa region with measles, who were not vaccinated against the illness.

Health Ministry: two diagnosed with measles in Haifa region

New data:

New data: Global Jewish population increased by 100,000 since last year

On the eve of Rosh Hashanah 5785, Jewish population worldwide stands at 15.8 million, with 7.3 million Jews living in Israel, Jewish Agency data shows.

New data: Global Jewish population increased by 100,000 since last year

Home Front restrictions removed

Gerrer hasidim to hold Rosh Hashanah events as usual after Home Front restrictions removed

Thousands of Gerrer hasidim from around Israel are expected to spend the Jewish New Year in Jerusalem and Bnei Brak, following the Home Front Command's decision to remove restrictions on gatherings in Jerusalem and central Israel.

Gerrer hasidim to hold Rosh Hashanah events as usual after Home Front restrictions removed

New details on Jaffa attack:

New details on attack: Terrorists came from Hebron and prayed in mosque before massacre

Initial investigation of the attack in which 7 people were murdered finds that the terrorists came armed with a knife and guns.

New details on attack: Terrorists came from Hebron and prayed in mosque before massacre

Jake Sullivan:

Jake Sullivan: We'll work with Israel to ensure there are consequences for Iran

US National Security Adviser Jake Sullivan says Iranian attack was 'significant escalation,' says decisions regarding consequences for Iran to be made jointly with Israel.

Jake Sullivan: We'll work with Israel to ensure there are consequences for Iran

Lloyd Austin to Iran:

Lloyd Austin to Iran: Call off all further attacks on Israel, including by proxies

US Secretary of Defense Lloyd Austin condemns Iranian attack on Israel, reiterates US commitment to Israel's security.

Lloyd Austin to Iran: Call off all further attacks on Israel, including by proxies

VP Harris:

VP Harris: 'I condemn this attack unequivocally'

US Vice President Kamala Harris, on the Iranian ballistic missile attack against Israel: 'Iran is a destabilizing, dangerous force in the Middle East, and today’s attack on Israel only further demonstrates that fact.'

VP Harris: 'I condemn this attack unequivocally'

Trump:

Trump: If I were in charge, attack on Israel never would have happened

Former US President: If I win, we will have peace in the world again. If Kamala gets four more years, the world goes up in smoke.

Trump: If I were in charge, attack on Israel never would have happened

Seven murdered in shooting attack in Jaffa

Terrorists open fire on civilians in Jaffa, killing seven and wounding 12 others.

Seven murdered in shooting attack in Jaffa

UK Defense Secretary:

UK Defense Secretary: British forces played their part in preventing escalation

British Defense Secretary John Healey comments on Iranian ballistic missile attack on Israel, says British forces played a role in preventing further escalation.

UK Defense Secretary: British forces played their part in preventing escalation

Vice presidential debate

Vance and Walz spar on Middle East at vice presidential debate

Minnesota Gov. Tim Walz says Iran is closer to a nuclear weapon because Trump withdrew from 2015 deal. Senator JD Vance replies: When did Iran and Hamas and their proxies attack Israel? It was during the administration of Kamala Harris.

Vance and Walz spar on Middle East at vice presidential debate

EU Foreign Policy Chief:

EU Foreign Policy Chief: The EU reiterates its commitment to the security of Israel

EU Foreign Policy Chief Josep Borrell condemns Iran’s ballistic missile attack on Israel, again calls for a regional ceasefire.

EU Foreign Policy Chief: The EU reiterates its commitment to the security of Israel

'A huge miracle happened'

Iranian missile hits school in Gedera: A huge miracle happened

Iranian missile directly hits Shalhavot Chabad school in the city of Gedera: A huge miracle happened to us.

Iranian missile hits school in Gedera: A huge miracle happened

S&P Global downgrades Israel's long-term credit ratings

S&P Global downgrades Israel's long-term ratings to A from A+ with a negative outlook.

S&P Global downgrades Israel's long-term credit ratings

'It cannot be tolerated'

British Prime Minister condemns Iranian missile attack on Israel: It cannot be tolerated

British Prime Minister Keir Starmer after Iranian ballistic missile attack: We stand with Israel, Iran must stop these attacks, together with its proxies like Hezbollah.

British Prime Minister condemns Iranian missile attack on Israel: It cannot be tolerated

Gazans celebrate the Iranian missile attack against Israel

Residents of the Gaza Strip staying in the humanitarian shelter near the hospital in Deir al-Balah were filmed celebrating the Iranian attack on Israel.

Gazans celebrate the Iranian missile attack against Israel

IDF Spokesperson:

IDF Spokesperson: 'This attack will have consequences'

IDF spokesperson Daniel Hagari delivered a special message warning of Israel's response to the Iranian attack.

IDF Spokesperson: 'This attack will have consequences'

IDF eliminates Faqar Hinawi, Commander of Hezbollah's Imam Husayn Division

The Imam Husayn Division division plays a significant role in combat and has carried out many terror attacks from Lebanese, Syrian, and Iraqi territory, including firing numerous anti-tank missiles, UAVs, and rockets toward communities in northern Israel.

IDF eliminates Faqar Hinawi, Commander of Hezbollah's Imam Husayn Division

Watch:

Watch: Iranian missiles over the Western Wall

Ballistic missiles fired at Israel by Iran seen over Jerusalem's ancient holy sites.

Watch: Iranian missiles over the Western Wall

Iran attacks Israel with 181 ballistic missiles

Iran launches attack on the State of Israel, triggering sirens throughout the country. 181 ballistic missiles fired at the Jewish State

Iran attacks Israel with 181 ballistic missiles

Commander of weapons transfer between Iran, Hezbollah eliminated

The IDF Spokesperson's Unit announced that today, the IDF eliminated the terrorist Muhammad Ja’far Qasir, the Commander of Weapons Transfers from Iran to Hezbollah in Lebanon.

Commander of weapons transfer between Iran, Hezbollah eliminated

Watch:

Watch: Not 'West Bank', it's Judea and Samaria

Israel's consul-general in New York counters a claim made on MSNBC.

Watch: Not 'West Bank', it's Judea and Samaria

US imposes sanctions on 'Hilltop Youth'

Biden Treasury announces new sanctions on 'violent extremist' Jews in Judea and Samaria, including the 'Hilltop Youth' group and other Jewish activists.

US imposes sanctions on 'Hilltop Youth'