IDF destroys Hamas weapons storehouse in Gaza
IDF targets Hamas weapons storehouse, secondary explosions follow.
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Two Arabs arrested for posting incitement on social media
IDF soldiers apprehend two suspected of incitement on social media, calling for additional arson attacks and terror attacks in Judea and Samaria.
Psychological terrorism:
Hamas publishes sign of life from hostage Maxim Herkin
The video is Hamas' second of Maxim Herkin, after the terror group publicized a video him Herkin and Bar Kupershtein last month.
IDF strikes multiple targets in Syria
IDF confirms strikes on a military site, anti-aircraft cannons, and surface-to-air missile infrastructure in Syria. Syrian media report that Israeli fighter jets struck multiple areas in the country, including an air defense base used by the former regime.
Hate crime:
Illinois man sentenced to 53 years for hate-crime murder of 6-year-old Muslim boy
Illinois man who fatally stabbed a six-year-old Muslim boy and seriously wounded the boy’s mother in a brutal hate-crime attack sentenced to 53 years in prison.
Third time in one day:
For the third time in one day: UAV from Yemen intercepted
UAV fired from Yemen intercepted in the area of the Dead Sea. No sirens sounded in accordance with protocol.
Five Syrian-Druze citizens evacuated to Israel for treatment
IDF says five Syrian-Druze citizens evacuated to Ziv Hospital in Tzfat (Safed), after sustaining injuries in Syrian territory.
More reservists to be called
Israel plans to expand Gaza operations to pressure Hamas, more reservists to be called up
Prime Minister Netanyahu leads security meeting where IDF officials propose intensifying operations in Gaza. Plans include seizing more territory, targeting Hamas infrastructure, and deploying reservists. The plans will be approved by the Security Cabinet on Sunday.
Senior terrorist eliminated in Shechem
Soldiers of the Duvdevan Unit, guided by Shin Bet intelligence, eliminate Omar Mustafa Abu al-Leil, one of the senior terrorists within the terrorist network in Shechem (Nablus).
PM speaks with Druze spiritual leader in Israel, Sheikh Mowafaq Tarif
PM speaks with Druze spiritual leader in Israel, Sheikh Mowafaq Tarif, following fierce protest in Israel in response to attacks on the Druze community in Syria.
Revealed:
Alexander Modebadze and Meni Hidhra victims of twin LA murders
The two Israeli businessmen were murdered hours apart in same LA neighborhood; with one held captive for hours and beaten to death.
On Independence Day:
On Independence Day: Terror attack survivor announces his engagement
Terror attack survivor Dvir Haim Shnerb, who was injured in an August 2019 terror attack that left his younger sister dead, announces engagement to Dana Malkior on Israel's 77th Independence Day.
Watch:
Watch: Hanan Ben Ari sings national anthem with soldiers
Singer Hanan Ben Ari, who holds a special performance for soldiers every year at the end of Independence Day, sings Israel's national anthem with the audience.
Teachers Union: Schools will open at 11:00 on Sunday morning
Education Ministry supports Teachers Union strikes, calls on Finance Ministry to return to negotiating table.
Second time in a day:
Second time in a day: Sirens sound in northern Israel following missile launch from Yemen
Houthis launch missile towards northern Israel, just eight hours after launching ballistic missile 'towards Ramat David base.' None injured.
Combat Antisemitism Movement:
CAM: Failure to address antisemitism endangering Jewish life globally
Global antisemitism doubled in 2024, driven by far-left hate tsunami, CAM annual report reveals.
Mike Waltz is 'a true friend of Israel,' top Republican says
Marc Zell, Chairman of Republicans Overseas Israel, praises appointment of Mike Waltz to position of UN ambassador: 'A true friend of Israel and a leading voice in the US against global terrorism.'
Revealed:
Revealed: Firefighting budget rose consistently since Ben Gvir took office
Documents accessed by Israel National News - Arutz Sheva reveal that former Public Security Minister Omer Barlev, not Public Security Minister Itamar Ben Gvir, put the brakes on purchasing firefighting helicopters.
Israel Dog Unit fights fires on Memorial, Independence Day
Multiple fires in Samaria interrupted both the solemn remembrance of Israel's fallen and the celebration of Independence Day.
France:
France: Elderly Jewish man brutally attacked in antisemitic incident
Drunk attacks Jewish man for refusing to give him cash, calls him 'dirty Jew.'
Report: Israel struck ship attempting to bring aid to Gaza
CNN has reported that Israel attacked a ship near Malta which was sailing towards Gaza with the aim of 'breaking the blockade on the Strip.'
Operations to be expanded:
Operations to be expanded: IDF expected to call up more reservists next week
The IDF is preparing for the next stage in its renewed maneuvers in the Gaza Strip and is expected to mobilize reservists to assist.
Trump appoints eight new members to Holocaust Memorial Council
Among the new appointees are real estate developer Alex Witkoff and radio host Sid Rosenberg.
Missile from Yemen intercepted, fragments found in preschool
Explosions heard in central Israel, despite interception outside Israel's borders; interception fragments found in Mishmar Ha'emek's Gan Zayit preschool. Houthis claim: We fired ballistic missile at Ramat David base.
Targeted pro-Israel businesses
Florida vandal who targeted pro-Israel businesses sentenced to six years
Jordanian man who vandalized Florida businesses over their support for Israel sentenced to six years in prison for issuing violent threats, including one against an energy facility.
US:
US: Violence against Syria’s Druze is unacceptable, authorities must stop the fighting
The US slams attacks on Syria’s Druze community, urging interim authorities to halt violence, punish perpetrators, and protect minorities.
King Charles to Herzog:
King Charles in letter to Herzog: Our thoughts and prayers remain with the hostages
King Charles III sends official letter of congratulations to President Isaac Herzog on the occasion of Israel's 77th Independence Day, expresses solidarity with the people of Israel and acknowledging the ongoing pain of those still held hostage by Hamas in Gaza.
'A clear message to Syria'
'A clear message to Syria': Israel strikes near presidential palace in Damascus
Prime Minister and Defense Minister announce Israel had struck a target close to the presidential palace in Damascus: "We will not permit any threat to the Druze community."
Due to salary cuts:
Due to salary cuts: Kindergarten and school teachers plan 'sick leave strike'
Finance Ministry announces that the salaries of kindergarten teachers who do not show up for work on Friday will be docked, and their absence will not be recognized as sick leave.
'We'll turn the country upside down'
'We will turn the country upside down': Druze protest in the north, roads blocked
Following the attacks on the Druze community in Syria, their relatives in Israel launch a fierce protest, blocking major routes in the north and demanding international intervention.
Hersh's mother reveals shocking details about her son's murder
Rachel Goldberg-Polin, mother of Hersh Goldberg-Polin who was murdered while in captivity, speaks to diplomatic staff stationed in Israel, reveals details about her son's murder in a Hamas tunnel.
Trump:
Trump: Fewer than 24 hostages are still alive
President Donald Trump said that released hostages told him that 24 hostages were still alive and now it is the number is probably lower.
President Trump nominates Mike Waltz as US Ambassador to United Nations
Trump nominates Mike Waltz to be replaced as national security adviser; to be appointed as US Ambassador to United Nations.
Mia Schem:
Mia Schem: I filed a complaint against a Tel Aviv fitness coach
Released hostage Mia Schem says she is the young woman who filed a complaint against a well-known fitness coach in Tel Aviv.
Incitement on social media:
Incitement on social media: 'Go out and burn the forests - for Gaza'
Calls for set fire to Israel's forests and settlements circulating on Palestinian Arab social media groups.
Operational error:
Operational error: IDF force 'forgets' a soldier in Gaza Strip
Engineering force accidentally leaves a soldier for about an hour in the Morag Corridor and sets out towards Israeli territory. The soldier joined a Golani force in the area.
Firefighters gain control over Judean Plains wildfire
After over a day of battling the flames, the wildfire in the Judean Plane is under control. Forests and fields in the area were severely damaged.
During army break:
Soldier in haredi Hashmonaim Brigade killed in car accident
Sergeant Shimon Tubol, a soldier in the haredi Hashmonaim Brigade, was killed in a civilian car accident near Maale Michmas while on leave.
Report:
Report: Iran's secret plan to take over Syria fell with Assad
Leaked Iranian documents detail a failed strategy to cement influence in post-war Syria, disrupted by the 2024 ouster of President Bashar al-Assad.
Sa'ar to intl. community:
Sa'ar to intl. community: 'Protect minorities in Syria from the regime's gangs of terror'
In a wide-ranging speech, Sa’ar celebrated Israel’s resilience, defended its right to self-defense, and urged international action on regional threats.
