Israel National News

Tragedy:

Tragedy: Israeli killed while hiking in Australia

Israeli hiking in Queensland dies after slipping while rock-climbing at the Isabella Falls in Cairns.

Ireland urges 'immediate and unconditional' release of hostages

Marking six months since Hamas' massacre of Israelis, Irish Embassy in Tel Aviv calls Hamas' actions 'reprehensible,' calls out terror group's sexual violence.

Hostage's uncle to NYP:

Hostage's uncle to NY Post: 'Biden must give Hamas an ultimatum, do something or else'

Maurice Shnaider, the uncle of Shiri Bibas, has been advocating for the hostages' release but is getting tired of meeting with politicians, 'I'm sick and tired of listening to politicians saying, ‘We understand your pain.' No, you don’t.'

Terror attack thwarted in the Jordan Valley

Terrorist draws knife at Tayasir checkpoint, is quickly neutralized by security forces.

Diplomatic sources predict:

Diplomatic sources predict: Rafah operation to begin only after talks with US end

According to diplomatic sources, a ground offensive in the southern city would depend on talks for a hostage deal. They say the US is applying enough pressure to reach one.

Watch:

Watch: IDF eliminates Radwan Forces commander in Lebanon

IDF confirms: Terrorist Ali Ahmed Hassin, commander of Hezbollah's Radwan Forces in the Hajir region, eliminated in airstrike.

Watch:

Watch: IDF strikes rocket launchers in Khan Yunis

IDF strikes Hamas rocket launchers embedded inside a humanitarian area in western Khan Yunis, after the launchers were used to fire rockets at Israel.

Israel fears:

Israel fears: ICJ may issue order to halt war

While a majority of judges in the court ruled against such an order, it was a thin majority of only two, and even those who ruled against it criticized the humanitarian situation in the Gaza Strip.

Deaths of WCK employees:

Israel likely to approve external investigation into deaths of WCK employees

Defense officials intend to cooperate with external organizations wishing to conduct independent investigations into the deaths of humanitarian aid workers in Gaza, report says.

Seamline towns fear infiltration by terrorists on paragliders

Local emergency security squads warn their communities are susceptible to infiltration by terrorists from Samaria riding motorized paragliders as terrorists did on October 7th.

Rainy weather returns, to last throughout the week

After a streak of sunny, warm weather, temperatures to drop as forecasters predict rain, thunderstorms, and flooding.

Ukraine denies involvement

IAEA condemns attack on Zaporizhzhia nuclear plant, Ukraine denies involvement

IAEA chief condemns Ukrainian drone strike on one of six nuclear reactors at Zaporizhzhia. Ukraine: We're not involved in any armed provocations on the territory of the illegally occupied nuclear plant.

Suspect arrested over arson at Senator Sanders' office

Police arrest 35-year-old in connection with a fire at Sen. Bernie Sanders’ Vermont office.

The emotionally charged meeting between Sara Netanyahu and hostages' families

The Prime Minister's wife heard in a recording of the meeting saying to the families: "The messages that Sinwar hears in the Israeli media - strengthen him."

Terrorist who murdered IDF soldier in 1984 dies in prison

Walid Daka, who was convicted of kidnapping and murdering soldier Moshe Tamam and was sentenced to life imprisonment, dies of cancer at Assaf Harofeh Hospital.

Poll:

Poll: At least 50% of Israelis believe elections should be moved up

Poll indicates that the Israeli public is not satisfied with the conduct of the war and the accusing finger is pointed at the Prime Minister.

Moving:

Moving: Foreign Minister and hostages' families sing 'Hatikva' in synagogue in Rome

Watch: Foreign Minister Israel Katz and families of hostages conclude a meeting with members of the Jewish community in Rome with a moving singing of Israel's national anthem.

Father of fallen soldier:

Father of fallen soldier: 'I would happily send my sons to Gaza to search for hostages'

Hagai Luber, the father of the fallen soldier Elisha Yehonatan Luber, addressed the hostages' families and thanked them for calling for mutual responsibility.

Chief Rabbi approves:

Chief Rabbi approves: Tragically slain convert to be buried in Jewish grave

David Ben-Avraham, a Palestinian-born convert to Judaism, was shot by an IDF soldier who suspected him of being a terrorist.

Six years after arrest:

Six years after his arrest: Neo-Nazi to stand trial for murder

After many delays, Sam Woodward, member of a Neo-Nazi group who was arrested in 2018, will stand trial in southern California for murdering his Jewish classmate

Samaria shooting attack

Samaria shooting attack |Watch: Forces detonate terrorist's vehicle

Terrorist intended to carry out a combined bombing and shooting attack. Vehicle was carrying a large explosive device.

Released hostage:

Released hostage: 'Hamas tries to convince hostages state abandoned them, is that true?'

Released hostages Itay Regev and Agam Goldstein were among those to address the approximately 50,000 participants who gathered to mark six months of Hamas captivity.

IDF Chief of Staff:

IDF Chief of Staff: 'War in Gaza continues, and we are far from stopping'

Chief of Staff Halevi addressed the IDF's withdrawal from areas of the Gaza Strip and promised that 'we will continue to act in every way to return all the hostages as quickly as possible.'

Minister of Defense:

Minister of Defense: 'IDF left Khan Yunis to prepare for action in Rafah'

Minister of Defense Gallant held an operational assessment at the Southern Command and discussed the IDF's departure from parts of the Gaza Strip.

After NGO complains:

After NGO complains: Amazon removes book penned by Hamas leader

A book authored by Hamas leader Yahya Sinwar had been up for sale on the popular e-commerce site. After the B'Tsalmo human rights organization filed a complaint it was removed.

New York City Mayor meets hostages' families

Representatives of the hostages’ families met with New York City Mayor Eric Adams and presented him with a yellow pin, thanking him for his contribution and dedication to bringing the hostages back home.

President Herzog presents President of Rwanda with necklace calling for hostages' release

President Herzog was the first Israeli leader to visit Africa since October 7, and the visit took place as part of Israel’s ongoing international efforts to secure the release of the hostages held by Hamas in Gaza.

IDF's preparation of emergency storage for reserve mobilization

Commanders of the regular and reserve units are prepared to summon and equip all the required soldiers in just a few hours and transport them to the front line for defensive and offensive missions.

New bill:

New bill: Full sovereignty to be imposed over Jordan Valley next October 7

According to the bill, introduced by MK Dan Illouz, the imposition of sovereignty will come into effect on October 7th, 2024, a year after the massacre. 'A true victory will be possible only when the enemy feels that October 7th was a mistake.'

Chief Rabbi composes Passover prayer for release of hostages

The new prayer, to be recited at the Seder before the recital of 'Vehi Sheamda,' beseeches G-d for the release of the hostages and asks for unity.

US Ambassador tours new IDF Humanitarian Coordination Cell

In recent days, the defense establishment has launched the Coordination and Deconfliction cell which will enable key partners to work closely to facilitate the delivery of aid.

Egyptian sources predict:

Egyptian sources predict a temporary ceasefire this week

Egyptian sources told a pro-Qatari newspaper that they predict that during the days of the Eid al-Fitr holiday, which commences this week, there will be a temporary ceasefire.

6 months of war

6 months of war | Over 3 million video clips removed from Tiktok since 10/7

The popular video social media platform says that thanks to improvements to content monitoring technology models at the start of the war, there was a 234% increase in the removal of infringing comments in Israel, Gaza, and the West Bank.

Shin Bet:

Shin Bet: Iran possibly behind wreath sent to hostage's family

The family of hostage Liri Albag received a wreath with a note reading 'We all know that the state is most important.'

Senior Khamenei adviser:

Senior Khamenei adviser: Israeli embassies no longer safe

Former IRGC commander and current military adviser to Iranian Supreme Leader Khamenei, General Yahya Rahim Safavi, says 'the Zionists see the specter of death in their dreams every night.'

4 rockets fired at southern Israel hours after IDF withdraws

Avigdor Liberman says 'those who grovel in the morning receive rockets in the afternoon' after rockets fired from area IDF ground troops had just left.

Watch:

Watch: Terrorist fires on civilian vehicles from side of road

Dashcam footage catches moment terrorist fires on Israeli vehicles in Samaria attack that left 2 wounded.

Survey:

Survey: Only 1 in 4 British Muslims believe Hamas murdered, raped

New poll shows 24% of Muslims in the UK believe Hamas atrocities occurred on October 7, compared to 62% of the general population.

Watch:

Watch: Police target unsafe drivers near Tayibe

Israel Police tactical units and traffic patrols near Tayibe catch dangerous motorcycle and ATV riders.

19-year-old IDF soldier seriously wounded in Samaria shooting attack

2 wounded in ambush shooting on Route 55 between Azzun and Nabi Ilyas. Hospital says 19-year-old victim is in very serious condition.