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'Iranian destabilization plot'

'Iranian destabilization plot' | Jordanian authorities find explosives in Amman

Jordanian security forces say explosives found in a warehouse in an industrial zone and in a residential neighborhood near an airport used by US military planes were planted by Iranian agents.

'Iranian destabilization plot' | Jordanian authorities find explosives in Amman

No famine in Gaza, new report finds

Integrated Food Security Phase Classification admits amount of food available in Gaza increased after previous report in March warning of famine risk.

No famine in Gaza, new report finds

Tzachi Hanegbi:

Tzachi Hanegbi: Hamas cannot be eliminated completely because it is an idea

National Security Adviser Tzachi Hanegbi discusses 'the day after' the war, says moderate Arab states all want to see Hamas replaced.

Tzachi Hanegbi: Hamas cannot be eliminated completely because it is an idea

Haredim charged hundreds of shekels for phone calls on Shabbat

Haredim who were forced to make phone calls from their kosher device on Shabbat were fined hundreds of shekels on their bill. Mobile provider Rami Levy Communications commented: 'The Rabbinical Committee demanded it'.

Haredim charged hundreds of shekels for phone calls on Shabbat

Kedumim builds wellspring park in memory of fallen soldier

Kedumim youth decided to commemorate Shilo-Yosef Amir, who fell defending the town, with a new bathing park that included shaded relaxation areas and artificial springs for children and adults.

Kedumim builds wellspring park in memory of fallen soldier

State comptroller investigating possible cyberattacks on UAVs

State Comptroller Matanyahu Englman revealed that his office is investigating Israel's readiness for cyber attacks, including the use of electronic warfare against UAVs and intrusions into te Prime Minister's office.

State comptroller investigating possible  cyberattacks on UAVs

Smotrich:

Smotrich: 'Do not consume the poisonous lies of the media'

Finance Minister Bezalel Smotrich wrote an open letter today calling on citizens to reject the mainstream media narrative. 'I call on you, citizens of Israel, not to consume the poisonous lies of the Israeli media.'

Smotrich: 'Do not consume the poisonous lies of the media'

Cost of public transportation rises - again

Bus fares rise to 6 NIS, as light rail fares rise to 8 NIS.

Cost of public transportation rises - again

Bereaved father to Netanyahu:

Bereaved father to Netanyahu: The people are in favor of finishing the job

Prime Minister Benjamin Netanyahu pays condolence visit to the family of fallen fighter Omer Smadja, praises his courage and sacrifice. 'Israel will win thanks to these heroes.'

Bereaved father to Netanyahu: The people are in favor of finishing the job

Gaza reports: Sister of Hamas leader Ismail Haniyeh killed

Gaza media are reporting that the sister of Hamas leader Ismail Haniyeh has been killed together with her family in an IDF strike in Al-Shati.

Gaza reports: Sister of Hamas leader Ismail Haniyeh killed

At request of the US:

Brazil deports Hamas member to Qatar at the request of the US

Brazil deports Palestinian Arab man and his family after Brazilian federal police alerted by the United States that a "Hamas operative" was traveling to the country.

Brazil deports Hamas member to Qatar at the request of the US

Poll:

Poll: Liberman at all-time high, Bennett supported more than Netanyahu

In Channel 12 News poll, more respondents say Minister Naftali Bennett is more suitable to be PM than Netanyahu.

Poll: Liberman at all-time high, Bennett supported more than Netanyahu

'Antisemitic and un-American'

Biden condemns violence outside Los Angeles synagogue: Antisemitic and un-American

US President condemns violence that occurred during anti-Israel protest outside Adas Torah synagogue: Blocking access to a house of worship – and engaging in violence – is never acceptable.

Biden condemns violence outside Los Angeles synagogue: Antisemitic and un-American

Sedition?

Former IDF General excoriated for saying: 'Netanyahu is a traitor and enemy of the people'

Major General (Res.) Guy Tzur shockingly calls Prime Minister Benjamin Netanyahu a "traitor" and adds: "He should be impeached as soon as possible." He later apologized after massive criticism.

Former IDF General excoriated for saying: 'Netanyahu is a traitor and enemy of the people'

WikiLeaks founder agrees to plea deal to avoid imprisonment in US

Julian Assange agrees to plead guilty to a felony charge related to his alleged role in breach of US classified materials.

WikiLeaks founder agrees to plea deal to avoid imprisonment in US

VP Harris' Security Advisor:

VP Harris' Security Advisor: 'Some in Israel reject a ceasefire deal, we simply disagree'

US Vice President Kamala Harris' National Security Advisor Philip H. Gordon speaks at Reichman University about the benefits of promoting the US-backed ceasefire plan, warns of the costs of rejecting it.

VP Harris' Security Advisor: 'Some in Israel reject a ceasefire deal, we simply disagree'

Blinken to Gallant:

Blinken to Gallant: Important to avoid further escalation of the conflict

During meeting with Defense Minister Yoav Gallant in Washington, US Secretary of State calls for diplomatic resolution that allows both Israeli and Lebanese families to return to their homes.

Blinken to Gallant: Important to avoid further escalation of the conflict

Jerusalem:

Soldier filmed brandishing rifle out of car window in Jerusalem

The soldier was arrested after complaints by concerned citizens and will be transferred for investigation by the military police.

Soldier filmed brandishing rifle out of car window in Jerusalem

US Ambassador:

US Ambassador: 'A Palestinian state would be a defeat for Hamas'

H.E Amb. Jacob J. Lew, U.S. Ambassador to Israel, declares that the Palestinian Authority and a Palestinian state - rather than rewarding Hamas - could undermine everything it stands for.

US Ambassador: 'A Palestinian state would be a defeat for Hamas'

Bnai Brith Portugal:

Bnai Brith: 'Only a matter of time before Israeli official is targeted'

Portuguese policeman Ildefonso Pereira, killed while saving the life of Israel’s Ambassador Ephraim Eldar, is remembered and honored.

Bnai Brith: 'Only a matter of time before Israeli official is targeted'

German FM: Israel's security 'paramount' for my country

German Foreign Minister Annalena Baerbock speaks at Herzliya Conference, stresses, 'Hamas started this war and it must end this horror.'

German FM: Israel's security 'paramount' for my country

10/7 Documentary Producer:

Massacre Documentary Producer: 'Let the world see how evil Hamas really are'

Joey Low, the executive producer of the documentary Screams Before Silence, which focuses on Hamas sexual crimes, says that he and the rest of the staff didn't make any money on the film - they had another goal in mind.

Massacre Documentary Producer: 'Let the world see how evil Hamas really are'

Gallant in DC:

Gallant in DC: 'Relationship with US the most important thing for our future after IDF'

Defense Minister addresses media between meetings with American officials in Washington to discuss transition to 'Phase 3' of the war.

Gallant in DC: 'Relationship with US the most important thing for our future after IDF'

Cleared for publication:

SGM Mohammad El Atrash was killed on October 7, body held in Gaza

Sergeant Major (SGM) Mohammad El Atrash, 39, a soldier in the Bedouin Trackers Unit in the Northern Brigade of the Gaza Division, was killed on October 7 and his body is being held hostage by a terrorist organization.

SGM Mohammad El Atrash was killed on October 7, body held in Gaza

Shocking footage:

Shocking footage: Video of kidnapping of hostages from 'Death Shelter' released

At the request of their families, the Hostage Families Forum released the footage from the kidnapping of Eliya Cohen, Hersh Goldberg-Polin, and Or Levy.

Shocking footage: Video of kidnapping of hostages from 'Death Shelter' released

Netanyahu:

Netanyahu: 'War won't end until Hamas eliminated, residents return home'

PM tells Knesset Israel is 'committed' to Biden's latest ceasefire proposal, but its position on the need to eliminate Hamas and restore security has not changed.

Netanyahu: 'War won't end until Hamas eliminated, residents return home'

UN Official:

UN Official: 'Rampant smuggling, looting, and blocked aid deliveries in Gaza'

A new report warns that the breakdown of civil order has exacerbated humanitarian crises caused by the war by preventing aid deliveries from reaching those in need of them.

UN Official: 'Rampant smuggling, looting, and blocked aid deliveries in Gaza'

Chief of Staff:

Chief of Staff: 'We are approaching the defeat of the Hamas Rafah Brigade'

IDF Chief of Staff Herzi Halevi holds situational assessment in Rafah, praises military's progress in degrading Hamas's combat capabilities in Gaza.

Chief of Staff: 'We are approaching the defeat of the Hamas Rafah Brigade'

Exiled Moscow Chief Rabbi blames Putin's crackdown for attack

Rabbi Pinchas Goldschmidt says deadly attack at 2 synagogues and a church in Dagestan is the result of Russian security apparatus targeting opponents and critics of Putin rather than protecting citizens.

Exiled Moscow Chief Rabbi blames Putin's crackdown for attack

Gallant discusses 'Phase C' of Gaza war with Biden adviser

Defense Yoav Gallant met with Senior Advisor to U.S. President Biden, Amos Hochstein during his visit to Washington.

Gallant discusses 'Phase C' of Gaza war with Biden adviser

The Road to Hell:

The Road to Hell: Hostage Families Forum to Release Abduction Video

At the request of the Goldberg-Polin, Levy, and Cohen families, the video of the kidnappings from the "Death Shelter" at the Nova music festival will be released tonight.

The Road to Hell: Hostage Families Forum to Release Abduction Video

Suspected neglect:

Suspected neglect: One-year-old infant dies at home, parents arrested

The infant's body has been taken for autopsy and examination; the parents' arrest was extended.

Suspected neglect: One-year-old infant dies at home, parents arrested

MDA mourns volunteer:

MDA mourns volunteer: 'In every event, Omer was always the first to arrive'

Sergeant First Class (Res.) Omer Smadga began his journey in MDA as a youth volunteer in Netanya in 2015 and over the years saved many lives during his shifts in ambulances.

MDA mourns volunteer: 'In every event, Omer was always the first to arrive'

Anti-Israel vandals target home of Queens Democratic Congressman

Congressman Gregory Meeks’ home targeted with anti-Israel graffiti after he helps secure Congressional approval for $18 billion arms sale to Israel.

Anti-Israel vandals target home of Queens Democratic Congressman

Top US general:

Top US general: US won't be able to help Israel in case of war with Hezbollah

US Air Force General Charles Brown warns Israeli officials to think twice about escalation in Lebanon.

Top US general: US won't be able to help Israel in case of war with Hezbollah

4,000 missiles in a day

Nesher Mayor: 'Plan for 72 hours without power; 4,000 missiles in a day'

Roy Levi suggests planning for power outages during a war with Hezbollah to last at least 72 hours, if not a week, but adds: 'By the end of that week, there won't be a remanent of Lebanon left.'

Nesher Mayor: 'Plan for 72 hours without power; 4,000 missiles in a day'

Report:

Report: Russian ship spying on Israel's new submarine

Russia may be spying on the INS Drakon during its sea trials, new report reveals.

Report: Russian ship spying on Israel's new submarine

IDF eliminates significant Hamas terrorist in weapons manufacturing HQ

Muhammad Salah was part of a project to develop strategic weaponry for the Hamas terrorist organization, and he commanded a number of Hamas terrorist squads that worked on developing weapons.

IDF eliminates significant Hamas terrorist in weapons manufacturing HQ

Drama at the airport:

Drama at the airport: Shooting suspect arrested - minutes before taking off for Dubai

Police arrest shooting suspect, remove him from plane minutes before it took off for Dubai. Two other suspects were also arrested. Watch.

Drama at the airport: Shooting suspect arrested - minutes before taking off for Dubai

After striking incorrect targets

F-16 squadron grounded for three weeks after striking incorrect targets

Air Force referred to the mishap as a "reference point error" that repeated itself twice in two weeks in the same squadron. The Air Force emphasized that damage was not caused and no one was hurt in either incident.

F-16 squadron grounded for three weeks after striking incorrect targets