Israel unveils plans for next generation of attack drones
New Defense Ministry contract to fund development of low-cost autonomous strike drones intended for widespread deployment across IDF frontline units.
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Tropper opens door to Ben Gvir in 'Zionist' coalition
MK Hili Tropper says Israel needs a broad Zionist government that rises above political camps, adding that Itamar Ben Gvir could be part of it if he meets additional conditions.
Hadar Muchtar won't run in Likud primaries
Prime Minister Benjamin Netanyahu approves seniority waivers allowing four candidates to run in the Likud primaries, denies same exemption to Hadar Muchtar.
Former Mossad Chief:
Former Mossad Chief: Mossad operatives toured Iran’s Fordow nuclear site ‘many times’
Former Mossad chief Yossi Cohen reveals operatives repeatedly visited Iran’s heavily fortified Fordow facility, calling the U.S. strike on the site 'the fulfillment of all my dreams.'
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Security forces break wall and find hidden weapon
While searching a home in the Hebron area, forces find a carbine rifle, two magazines, and two bags of assorted ammunition hidden behind a wall.
Syrian court sentences Bashar al-Assad to death in absentia
A Syrian court has sentenced ousted president Bashar al-Assad to death in absentia after convicting him of war crimes and crimes against humanity during the country's civil war.
Since Friday:
Contact lost with Israeli mother and daughter in Vienna
The Israeli Embassy in Vienna is appealing for assistance in locating Mali and Liel Yahalomi, who were last seen in the city on Friday, August 7th.
After the brawl:
Yosef Haddad submits complaint against anti-Israel YouTuber after the brawl
Israeli-Arab advocacy activist Yoseph Haddad submits a complaint against Dennis Feitosa after the latter allegedly assaulted him during a debate.
Dozens arrested
Police launch major counter-racketeering operation, dozens arrested in souther Israel
Lachish Central Unit detectives, Border Police National Guardsmen, and police officers raid dozens of homes in Ashdod, Kiryat Gat, and other locations in fight against protection rackets.
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Two arrested over alleged watermelon heist
Border Police arrested two suspects after allegedly catching them loading more than 1,000 kilograms of watermelons into a vehicle at an agricultural plot near Ein HaMifratz.
'Only three terrorists killed':
'Only three terrorists killed': Families react to inquiry into shelter massacre
Families of October 7 victims said the IDF inquiry revealed horrific details of the Re'im shelter massacre and questioned why only three of the 100 terrorists were eliminated since then.
Mamdani leaves major rabbinic organization out of rabbis meeting
Major Jewish rabbinical groups say they were excluded from Mamdani's meeting with rabbis, amid concerns over Israel, antisemitism and his rhetoric.
NYC rabbis confront mayor over Israel stance and antisemitism
Ten rabbis from all stripes of American Judaism reportedly confronted New York City Mayor Zohran Mamdaniover his anti-Israel statements.
Iran rejects US sanctions
Iran rejects US sanctions: Harm chances for Middle East diplomacy
Iran rejects new US sanctions targeting its shadow banking network, warning Washington's pressure campaign undermines potential diplomatic solutions.
El-Sayed condemns Hamas war crimes while accusing Israel of genocide
Abdul El-Sayed condemns Hamas for war crimes while continue to criticize Israel and claim it committed genocide.
Second consecutive day
Houthis strike Yemeni city of Mocha for second consecutive day
Houthi rebels fire ballistic missiles at Mocha for a second straight day, targeting Saudi troops and arms depots with drones and projectiles.
Catering truck, decoy jet
Catering truck and decoy jet: Secret mission to protect Trump from Iranian threat
The Washington Post reveals: US officials used a decoy Air Force One and a catering truck to secretly move Donald Trump onto a military jet in Turkey following an Iranian assassination threat.
Israel identifies:
Israel identifies: Syrian Air Force is rebuilding
The defense establishment has identified an acceleration in the rebuilding of the Syrian Air Force, roughly a year and eight months after the IDF declared its destruction.
Syria nuclear program
IAEA to extract nuclear materials from clandestine Syrian 'Site 99'
The IAEA will extract nuclear material from a secret Syrian site following a US-brokered deal with Damascus and Israel to avert a regional escalation, reports Axios.
Rabbi Lando charges:
Rabbi Lando charges: All of us feel the persecution of Torah
Haredi leader Rabbi Dov Landau condemns what he calls persecution of Torah study, urging yeshiva students to deepen their learning amid new decrees.
Training stopped after dozens of soldiers fall ill
About 30 female commanders and recruits at the Sde Boker Gadna base have been suffering from vomiting, diarrhea and abdominal pain in recent days.
'Morally corrupt'
Likud's new candidate apologizes after calling Trump 'morally corrupt'
Oren Dobronsky apologized to Trump after past posts criticizing his Iran war policy surfaced shortly after Netanyahu named him to a Likud slot.
Poll: Good news for right-wing bloc
A Channel 14 News poll gives the right-wing bloc some good news.
'Dangerous provocation'
'Dangerous provocation': Satmar Rebbe sticks up for Mamdani
Satmar Grand Rebbe Rabbi Zalman Leib Teitelbaum condemned efforts to brand Zohran Mamdani an antisemite, warning they could provoke hostility.
The Shin Bet's denial
The Shin Bet rejected a report claiming that agency chief David Zini removed an official following criticism of a letter written by his wife.
Trump rejects Iran's war reparations demand, makes his own
Trump rejects Iran's compensation demands and orders US negotiators to seek payments for Americans killed or wounded in conflicts with Tehran.
At least 111 dead in powerful Colombia earthquake
Colombian authorities report that at least 111 people have been killed in the 7.4-magnitude earthquake that struck the country.
Ahead of the New Year:
Ahead of the New Year: IDF Chief presents shofar to CENTCOM Commander
IDF Chief Eyal Zamir presented CENTCOM Commander Admiral Brad Cooper with a shofar, praising the unprecedented strategic partnership between the militaries.
IDF Chief
IDF Chief: ‘We're at a strategic crossroads, prepared to return to high-intensity combat’
IDF Chief of Staff Lt. Gen. Eyal Zamir convened a senior operational forum, declaring that the military remains prepared for a rapid return to high-intensity combat
Colombia recognizes Israel's sovereignty over Golan Heights
Move follows US precedent and underscores Bogotá’s support for Israel’s security claims amid ongoing regional tensions and conflict concerns.
Fears of bloodshed
Fears of bloodshed: Druze town cancels festival over participation of Jewish female singer
Beit Jann's Yalla Ba'Galil festival, featuring Jewish and Druze artists, was canceled over fears of clashes, with reports saying Eden Ben-Zaken's planned performance sparked the dispute.
Ex-hostage's mother slams Yair Golan
Einav Zangauker claims that during a meeting with Yair Golan in February, she was offered a reserved spot near the top of the Democrats’ Knesset slate and that the agreement was subsequently reaffirmed.
Netanyahu launches national AI program: ‘Israel will be a global power’
In announcing AI program, PM Netanyahu says: “The future is not waiting for us; we are creating it."
Board of Peace: Israel already implementing rejected Gaza plan
Senior officials behind US President Donald Trump's Gaza initiative say Israel's actions on the ground align with the 15-point proposal, despite Prime Minister Benjamin Netanyahu's public rejection of it.
John Fetterman
John Fetterman: 'Abdul El-Sayed has little-man syndrome energy'
Pro-Israel Democratic Senator responds to radical Michigan Senate nominee who called to put his head 'on a pike.'
In Judea and Samaria:
Record number of illegal Palestinian structures demolished in Judea and Samaria
New Civil Administration data show record 536 illegal Arab structures demolished in just six months, as Israel steps up enforcement in Area C.
Massive brush fire races toward Gush Etzion farm
Strong winds driving fast-moving wildfire toward farm in Gush Etzion, firefighting aircraft and ground crews battle to halt advance.
Golani combat soldier dies by suicide in New York
William Shakin, a volunteer in the Golani Brigade who fought in Gaza, took his own life in New York after his mental health deteriorated. His parents seek to have him buried in the military cemetery on Mount Herzl.
Be'eri survivor:
Be’eri survivor: ‘Hamas will not disarm - Israel must show determination’
Avida Bachar, who lost his wife and son on October 7, says Israel must reject any deal that leaves Hamas in control of Gaza and show determination to prevent another massacre.
NIS 5 million fraud: Electricity bills allegedly erased for cash
Customers paid a fraction of their electricity debts to have them illegally wiped from Israel Electric Corporation records, police say.
