Netanyahu:
Netanyahu: 'Rafah operation will last weeks, not months or years'
PM says in interview with CNBC that despite disagreement with US government on Rafah operation, Israel has no choice but to proceed with the operation.
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'Target down'
'Target down' | Watch: Fighter jets down two hostile UAVs en route to Israel
The two UAVs join many more hostile targets that were intercepted this week by fighter jets and the Patriot and Iron Dome aerial defense systems.
Father of three
Father of three | Elad Fingerhut murdered in Hezbollah anti-tank missile strike
The 38-year-old father of three came to assist IDF soldiers who were hit by anti-tank missiles when another missile was shot at him.
US wants Arab states to join peacekeeping force in Gaza
US Pres. Biden won't send American troops into Gaza - but wants Arab states to do so for him, Financial Times report says. Arab states condition agreement on US recognition of 'Palestine.'
Incitement:
Samaria Council head: ‘Zero patience for supporters of Nazi terror’
Arab posted incitement to murder Jews; Samaria Council Head, Yossi Dagan, blocked his entrance to Barkan industrial zone: ‘What used to be, will not be anymore; zero patience for instigators and supporters of Nazi terror.’
Eden Golan:
Israel's Eurovision star offered publicity campaign
Less than a week after reaching fifth place in the Eurovision Song Contest, Israeli singer Eden Golan lands a new campaign for a hair brand.
Pro-Israel rally in Times Square nets 700-1000 attendees
At a Times Square rally, over 700 friends of Israel - some reports said as many as 1000 - young and old, Jewish and non-Jewish, enthusiastically demonstrated their love and support for Israel and all her people.
Sderot:
Sderot: This is what it looks like when a siren sounds during prayers
The IAF successfully intercepted three missiles which were launched from Gaza towards Sderot. No injuries were reported.
Reward offered for info on death of US ambassador's granddaughter
The boat did not stop after hitting Ella Adler, granddaughter of the US ambassador to Belgium, and a $20,000 reward was offered for info which led to the arrest of a suspect.
France:
Hunt for gunmen who murdered prison guards in France
The French police are on the hunt for gunmen who ambushed a prison service vehicle, murdered two guards and rescued a prisoner suspected of murder and drug trafficking.
Indictment expected against soldier who shot Yuval Kestelman
The military prosecutor's office is expected to file an indictment against Aviad Frija, who shot and killed Yuval Kestelman, the civilian who helped neutralize the terrorist in the November 2023 Jerusalem attack.
Fear in central Israel:
Fear in central Israel: ‘We won't cope with a repeat of Oct. 7th’’
The IDF decided to cut down on the first response teams in communities close to the 'seam line' security fence. 'Six first response soldiers will not be able to prevent terrorists from advancing into the center of the country.'
Lebanon:
Lebanon: Hezbollah commander and his security guard eliminated in drone attack
Media in Lebanon report that three missiles were fired at a car in Tyre. At least two Hezbollah terrorists killed.
Harvard University:
Harvard University: Anti-Israel protesters take down encampment
Protesters against the war between Israel and Hamas voluntary take down their tents after university officials agree to meet to discuss their demands.
White House:
White House: Biden will veto GOP bill on aid to Israel
White House criticizes Israel Security Assistance Support Act, which would pressure President Biden to send weapons to Israel.
'Odious antisemitism':
Macron condemns vandalism of Paris Holocaust memorial: Odious antisemitism
French President condemns vandalism at the Wall of the Righteous, a memorial for the French citizens who risked their lives to save Jews during the Second World War.
IDU holds special exhibition for Gush Etzion on Yom Ha'atzmaut
Israel Dog Unit joins a display of other security forces and demonstrated their working dogs' various capabilities for the crowd.
IDF intercepts two UAVs fired towards Israel
IAF fighter jets intercept two UAVs that approached Israel from the east.
Three men accused of plot to attack UK Jewish community
Three men have been brought to court and charged with offences of terrorism, over an alleged plan for a gun attack against the Jewish community in the north-west of England.
Congress investigating 20 groups funding anti-Israel protests
House Oversight and Committee Chairman James Comer and Education Committee Chairwoman Virginia Foxx ask Treasury Secretary Janet Yellen for all suspicious activity reports on groups behind campus anti-Israel protests.
From the Children's Home to the President's Home
Soldier Michelle Marahsin, who grew up in the Sabah Elazraki Emunah Children's Home in Netanya, was awarded a Presidential Medal of Excellence on behalf of the Air Force.
Watch:
Watch: Terrorists operate next to UN vehicles, in UNRWA Rafah compound
During IDF operational activity in eastern Rafah on Saturday, terrorists were identified in UNRWA’s central logistics compound alongside UN vehicles.
Vandals deface Paris Holocaust museum with blood-red hands
Wall of the Righteous memorial to French citizens who saved Jews defaced with dozens of red hands in act Israeli Ambassador harkens to lynching of 2 Israelis at start of Second Intifada.
Israeli civilian killed in Hezbollah anti-tank missile strike
Civilian killed, 5 soldiers wounded in anti-tank missile attack in area of Kibbutz Adamit in the Western Galilee.
Watch:
Watch: Neve Daniel residents pray for the safety of IDF soldiers
On Independence Day, residents in the Neve Daniel Synagogue in Gush Etzion, join a cantor and choir to pray for the safety of IDF soldiers.
4 soldiers seriously wounded in Gaza
3 soldiers seriously wounded in northern Gaza, 1 soldier seriously wounded in southern Gaza in combat today.
President Herzog:
President Herzog hosts ambassadors from around the world on Israel’s 76th Independence Day
President Herzog spoke to ambassadors from around the world on Israel's 76th Independence Day: 'Hamas’s brutal attack was not just trying to weaken the State of Israel. It was trying to weaken the pillars of free, open, democratic societies.'
'Revenge on Hamas'
Bereaved mother on Independence Day: I want revenge on Hamas and victory
Galit Valdman, whose son, Major Ariel Ben-Moshe, was killed on October 7: ‘Wants revenge. Maybe a minister in the government can't say things like that, but I'm not in uniform.’
Foreign Minister Katz:
'Key to preventing humanitarian crisis in Gaza is in Egypt's hands'
Israeli Foreign Minister says he is discussing need to pressure Egypt to reopen the Rafah crossing with his British, German, and Italian counterparts.
Chief of Staff:
'Outstanding soldiers - Go forth and succeed!'
The Chief of Staff spoke at the annual ceremony for the President to recognize outstanding soldiers.
10 Hamas terrorists eliminated
IAF strikes Hamas war room in UNRWA school
IDF, Shin Bet intelligence leads to strike on Hamas war room embedded inside a UNRWA school in the area of Nuseirat, eliminating 15 terrorists, including over 10 from Hamas.
PM visits wounded soldiers at Sheba Hospital
On Israel's 76th Independence Day, PM Netanyahu visits soldiers wounded during war, hears their desire for Israel to achieve complete victory.
IDF observation balloon shot down over Lebanon
IDF says there is no concern of Hezbollah obtaining intelligence from balloon the terrorist organization shot down.
Watch:
Tens of thousands demonstrate for victory in Sderot march
Tens of thousands of men, women, children and the elderly are participating in the Gaza March, supporting victory and calling on the Israeli government to resettle the Gaza Strip.
EU expands sanctions on Iran for supplying UAVs to Russia
EU sanctions can now target those supplying or involved in transferring Iranian missiles and drones to Russia for use in its war against Ukraine or to armed groups in the Middle East.
Sderot:
Sderot: Rockets fired during march demanding Jewish settlement in Gaza
Thousands of marchers arrived in Sderot by buses and in cars, from all over the country. The organizers emphasize that the march is coordinated with security forces and has received all necessary approvals.
IDF attacking after antitank missile hits in western Galilee
Sirens sound in western Galilee as antitank missiles fly from Lebanon into northern Israel, causing direct strike.
Qatar: Significant differences between Israel and Hamas
Israel has not been clear about how to end the war, causing negotiations to freeze, Qatari Pres. Al Thani claims.
International Bible Contest winners: Evyatar Bar-Gil and David Shasha
A total of 16 contestants - 12 from the Diaspora and four from Israel - competed in the International Bible Contest for youth.
Biden to Herzog:
Biden to Herzog: 'US is proud of our enduring relationship with Israel'
President Biden sends President Herzog greetings on Israel’s 76th Independence Day, praising Israelis' significant resilience and strength following Hamas' October 7th attack.
