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Egypt: We won't help defend against Iranian attack

Egypt working to reduce tensions, but won't be part of military axis against Iran, report says.

Defense Minister: US military support for Israel 'unprecedented'

Defense Minister Yoav Gallant stresses importance of US leadership in forming regional coalition, discusses potential attack and defense scenarios in conversation with US Defense Sec. Lloyd Austin.

Due to support for the IDF

Will the Olympic Committee punish the Israeli medalist because he supports the IDF?

A Swiss newspaper reported that the International Olympic Committee is examining Israeli bronze medalist Peter Paltchik's pro-IDF posts.

Terrorist who served as Hamas' 'Economy Minister' eliminated

IDF eliminates Abed Al-Zeriei, terrorist from Hamas' military wing, who also served as Hamas' Minister of Economy in Gaza.

Avraham Somechi named as second victim of Holon stabbing

Avraham Somechi, an elderly man in his 80s, is survived by his wife, two children, and five grandchildren.

Hostage's grandmother pens letter: Do you remember your birthday?

Pnina Bibas, grandmother of youngest hostages Ariel and Kfir Bibas, who are still held in Gaza, pens letter marking Ariel's fifth birthday: 'Time seems to have frozen without you. You've grown a year older, but there's no celebration.'

Police declare illegal assembly

Haredi extremists protest outside recruiting office, Police declare illegal assembly

Members of the Jerusalem Faction held a demonstration ahead of the arrival of haredim who were summoned to report for pre-draft evaluations.

Watch:

Watch: Suspect driving without a license wildly flees police

A 19-year-old man from A'raba attempted to flee police, running a red light, driving over a traffic island, and hitting both a safety rail and a police car.

Report: Delayed weapons shipment to be sent to Israel

US to send Israel half-ton bombs, examining ways to speed up weapons transfer if need arises, report says.

Arab countries to Iran:

Arab countries to Iran: Lower intensity of attack on Israel

Jordan, Egypt, working to calm regional tensions, urge Iran to tone down intensity of planned attacks on Israel.

Former chief rabbi: Consider canceling yeshiva vacations

Rabbi Shlomo Amar, former Chief Rabbi, calls to weigh canceling yeshiva vacations, encourages alternatives.

IDF general to government:

IDF general to government: 'We have no intention of leaving the Philadelphi Corridor'

The head of the IDF Strategy Division Maj. Gen. Eliezer Toledano told the ministers that the IDF has much more work to do in the area on the Egyptian border.

Report:

Report: Blinken told G7 Iran could attack Israel as early as Monday

Axios reports that US Secretary of State told his counterparts from the G7 countries that an attack by Iran and Hezbollah against Israel could start as early as Monday.

The second time in a month

Statue of Anne Frank defaced with pro-Palestinian graffiti, for the second time in a month

Base of the statue of Anne Frank spray-painted with the slogan "Free Gaza", while the girl's hands painted with the same blood-red color.

Amid prep for Iranian response:

Amid prep for Iranian response: Gallant and Austin discuss US moves to support Israel

For the second time in three days, US Secretary of Defense speaks to Defense Minister Gallant, reiterates "ironclad US support for Israel's security and right to self-defense".

2024 US elections:

2024 US elections: Harris interviews top candidates for running mate

US Vice President interviews Minnesota Governor Tim Walz, US Senator Mark Kelly of Arizona and Pennsylvania Governor Josh Shapiro ahead of a final decision on her running mate.

Sirens in the north:

Sirens in the north: Direct hit in the Hula Valley, IDF officer and soldier injured

Sirens heard in a number of towns in the Galilee. IDF says a fall was identified adjacent to Ayelet HaShahar. IDF officer and soldier moderately injured and evacuated to hospital.

For the fifth time:

For the fifth time: 100 million shekels seized from the Palestinian Authority

Finance Minister Bezalel Smotrich orders the seizure in accordance with court rulings in cases by families of terrorist victims.

Israeli official:

Israeli official: We are preparing for an attack, they’ll try to wear us out

Israeli official tells NBC News that Israel is bracing for a potential multiday attack by Iran and Hezbollah following the elimination of two senior terrorists.

Fmr. US Ambassador Friedman:

Fmr. US Ambassador Friedman: How to avoid a regional war in the Middle East

Former US Ambassador David Freidman believes that if Trump were in power he would threaten devastating harm to Iran's industries if they were to attack.

Secret Agent Amit Hazeh

Secret Agent Amit Hazeh | Iran falls for Israeli word-play, publishes name of 'assassin'

Iranian media is reporting that authorities have arrested an Israeli agent by the name of 'Amit Hazeh,' a play on words for the Hebrew word for 'the imposter.'

US Dep. security advisor:

US Dep. security advisor: 'US trying to prevent situation from spiraling'

White House Deputy National Security Adviser Jonathan Finer hinted at the Biden Administration's frustration with the eliminations of top Hamas and Hezbollah terrorists.

Suspected abuse of terrorist; detention of five soldiers extended until Tuesday

Military court extends detention of five soldiers suspected of abusing Nukhba terrorist by two days. Three other detainees released on limited conditions.

Netanyahu: 'Only military pressure will bring back the hostages.'

President Herzog, at State Memorial Ceremony for Ze'ev Jabotinsky, underscored the importance of a deal to release the hostages. PM: 'Only military pressure will bring back the hostages.'

Terrorists who murdered three Israelis eliminated near Tulkarm

Nine terrorists were eliminated in Tulkarm on Saturday, including the ones behind the murder of SSGT (Res.) Elhanan Klein, Superintendent Yitav Lev Halevi, and Amnon Mukhtar.

Right/Left wing councilors unite and condemn attack on Petach Tikva city councilor

Heads of left and right wing council parties in Petach Tikva jointly condemn attack on city council member, Hagit Telem: 'It is forbidden to raise one's hand. This is the time for peace.'

IDF spox on Iranian threat:

IDF spox on Iranian threat: 'Our readiness for defense is very high'

IDF Spokesman Rear Admiral Daniel Hagari discussed preparations for Iranian retaliation for the elimination of Hamas and Hezbollah leaders.

Haredi draft:

Haredi draft: 1,000 summoned, demonstrations expected

The IDF made it clear that if only a few of those who were summoned report, more orders will be sent. In the meantime, forces in the haredi community are calling for massive protests.

New details on Holon attack:

New details on Holon attack: Terrorist entered Israel three days ago without permit

Omar Razak Kamel Odeh was a resident of Salfit and entered Israel even though he did not hold a work permit. Suspicions that he worked with accomplices.

Defense Minister Gallant:

Defense Minister Gallant: 'Defense is high and we are prepared for a swift response'

Amid threats of an Iranian attack Minister Gallant visited the Ground Corps Technology Brigade and gave a stern warning: 'If they dare to attack us, they will pay a heavy price.'

Police end rumors:

Police end rumors: No security incident on a bus in southern Israel

Teens on a bus in Ashdod reportedly heard a passenger saw 'Allahu Akbar.' Police were called and rumors began spreading online that a bus was hijacked, but the police clarified that no security incident occurred.

IDF strikes Hamas command centers in schools

According to the IDF, the schools were used by Hamas’ Al-Furqan Battalion as a hiding place for its terrorist operatives and as command centers used to plan and execute attacks against IDF troops and the State of Israel.

Holon stabbing attack

Holon stabbing attack | Footage from EMT's helmet-cam shows aftermath

A MDA motorcycle unit EMT who arrived at the scene filmed the first moments after the attack with a camera strapped to his helmet.

Rocket hits factory in Kiryat Shmona

Two rockets were launched at Kiryat Shmona from Lebanon, one hit a factory and another landed in an open area, causing a fire.

Kfir Brigade trains for combat scenario on enemy territory

Soldiers of the Kfir Brigade practiced combat on enemy territory while practicing movement through thicketed terrain, mountainous terrain, and activating fire.

Ritchie Torres:

Ritchie Torres: 'Only Israel is accused of escalation after taking 7,000 rockets'

New York Democratic Congressman pushes back at criticism that Israel is 'escalating' tensions with recent assassinations of Hamas and Hezbollah leaders after being attacked so many times over the last 10 months.

Ariel Bibas turns 5 tomorrow after 10 months in captivity

Bibas family releases video of previous birthday pictures of Ariel Bibas to highlight how he remains a hostage on his fifth birthday.

5 rockets fired at southern Israel from Gaza

Ashdod Mayor reopens city's public shelters after rocket attack from Gaza. No injuries reported.

Hamas terrorist who took part in 10/7 massacre eliminated

Hamas terrorist Ismail Nofal, who was responsible for rocket launches toward Israeli territory and participated in the October 7th Massacre, eliminated in Nuseirat area.

Rina Daniv, 66, murdered in stabbing attack in Holon

Terrorist neutralized after stabbing 4 people in Holon, murdering an elderly woman and an elderly man. Attack occurred at 3 locations