US sanctions Iran weapons-procurement networks
US imposes new sanctions on three procurement networks that are supporting Iran’s ballistic missile, nuclear and defense programs.
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After Jenin operation:
After Jenin operation: Aircraft eliminate two terrorists near Tulkarm
IDF launches operation at the Nur Shams refugee camp, east of Tulkarm, hours after four Islamic Jihad terrorists were eliminated in Jenin.
Gallant to US:
Gallant to US: Increase rate of arms shipments to Israel
Defense Minister to travel to Washington to keep arms shipments secure as officials fear administration and Democrats in Congress may slow aid.
Shifa Hospital
Shifa Hospital: IDF locates terrorist funds and delivers humanitarian aid
As part of the searches at the hospital, the forces located 11 million shekels in USD and Jordanian Dinars that were earmarked for terrorism.
Report:
Report: Netanyahu asked to meet Democrats, Schumer nixed it
Prime Minister Benjamin Netanyahu asked to address Senate Democrats at their caucus lunch, but the Senate Majority Leader denied his request.
Shifa Hospital
Terrorists who directed Judea & Samaria attacks arrested in Shifa Hospital
Several terrorists from Hamas's 'West Bank Headquarters' which oversees attacks in Judea and Samaria and was created by terrorists released in the Shalit deal were arrested by IDF forces.
Chief of Staff at Shifa:
Chief of Staff at Shifa: We're targeting Hamas leaders, like Marwan Issa
IDF Chief of Staff Herzi Halevi conducts situational assessment at Shia Hospital, where hundreds of Hamas terrorists have been arrested or killed, hints at elimination of Hamas's number 3.
Bereaved parents react to arrest of terrorist behind son's murder
Bat Galim and Ofir Shaer reacted to the news that the IDF arrested the terrorist who planned the kidnapping and murder of their son Gil-Ad, Eyal Yifrah, and Naftali Fraenkel.
Jenin:
Jenin: Four terrorists killed in drone strike
Footage shows the moment an IDF UAV struck a vehicle, killing at least three terrorists in Jenin.
European Jewish Congress:
EJC calls on EU, UN leaders to cease 1-sided Israel-bashing
The European Jewish Congress warned that the "constant stream" of anti-Israel invective from the EU and UN is a main contributor to global outbreak of antisemitism.
State Department:
Blinken to discuss hostages, humanitarian aid to Gaza in Israel visit
US Secretary of State adds Israel to Middle East trip, will visit for a few hours on Friday.
Shifa hospital
Terrorist who planned kidnapping, murder of teens arrested at Shifa Hospital
Hamas terrorist who planned and financed the kidnapping and murder of Eyal Yifrah, Gil-Ad Shaer and Naftali Fraenkel in 2014 arrested at Gaza hospital.
1/4 pita, cheese, and olives
A quarter pita, cheese, and olives | Hostages' families give mishloach manot to MKs
Breaking the Purim tradition, the mishloach manot, which usually consists of sweets, contained a quarter pita, a spoonful of cheese, and two olives – the amount of food that the hostages have been receiving for 166 days.
Netanyahu vs. Biden:
Netanyahu vs. Biden: 'We will go into Rafah, we do what's vital for security'
Prime Minister Benjamin Netanyahu says he appreciates President Biden's support but Israel must act in its security interests. 'We can not complete the victory without the IDF entering Rafah, to eliminate the remaining Hamas battalions.'
CNN interviews 'godmother of Zionist settler movement'
CNN speaks to Nachala General Director Daniella Weiss about campaign to bring Jews back to Gaza in article accusing settler movement of seeking ethnic cleansing.
Global hour of Jewish Unity:
Global hour of Jewish Unity: Special prayer for hostages held to be held at Kotel tomorrow
The Hostages and Missing Families Forum will host a global hour of Jewish unity and prayer at the Western Wall, that will be live broadcast worldwide tomorrow (Thursday), from 4:30 p.m. until 5:30 p.m, ending with the Shema prayer.
Education Min. backtracks:
Education Min. backtracks: Israel Prize will be awarded this year
Education Minister Yoav Kisch announces he is backing down from decision to cancel Israel Prize ceremony during war after attorney general refuses to defend move to Supreme Court.
Hackers: We infiltrated Dimona nuclear reactor
'Anonymous' hackers claim to have stolen 7GB of information from Dimona nuclear reactor.
Erasing history:
Palestinians rode an excavator over Second Temple-era site, turning it into a car park
Palestinians rode an excavator over Umm ar-Rehan in Samaria, turning it into a car park.
Senior Hamas terrorists eliminated in Rafah
IDF, ISA, eliminate senior Hamas operatives who played key roles in establishing Hamas' control in the field, operations in humanitarian zones in Gaza.
Irish Prime Minister to resign position
Leo Varadkar, Ireland's 'Taoiseach,' to resign position as prime minister and party leader, report says.
‘Don't Run With Sinwar’
Mothers of IDF Soldiers to President Biden and VP Harris: ‘Don't Run With Sinwar’
Mothers of IDF Soldiers to President Biden and VP Harris: ‘Don't Run With Sinwar’
Footage proves:
Footage proves: Hezbollah stores dangerous chemicals in civilian neighborhood
IDF spokesman publishes footage from attacks on weapons storehouses, weapons manufacturing sites, in heart of civilian neighborhoods in southern Lebanon.
President Herzog to honor three hostages killed in Gaza tragedy
President Herzog to honor the three hostages, Yotam Haim, Samer Talalka and Alon Shamriz, who were tragically killed by IDF forces while escaping Hamas captivity.
Supreme Court ruling:
First High Court ruling to demolish house of terrorist who did not murder
Israel's High Court of Justice's first approval to demolish home of terrorist, who carried out attack not ending in murder. Justices Elron and Mintz were in favor, Justice Amit supported sealing the house.
Bereaved mother to protester:
Bereaved mother to protester: 'My son is kidnapped, and you're using his photo'
Ayelet Samerano, whose son Yonatan's body is held in Gaza, tells left-wing protesters, 'You don't care if they come back you want to bring down the government.'
Land of Israel Caucus convenes for 1st time since 7/10
Knesset Land of Israel Caucus convenes for the first time since October 7th, discussing the day after the war and the proposal to create a Palestinian state.
Rabbi Eliyahu on war against sexual abuse: ‘Do not be ashamed, this is a holy mission'
Rabbi Shmuel Eliyahu spoke at a meeting of the Knesset Lobby for the Prevention of Sexual Abuse on the importance of treating sexual offenders: 'We are correcting so much wrong in this world. Saving so many lives.'
ADL unveils:
ADL unveils new online antisemitism course for middle and high school students
Four-part digital learning experience unravels complexities of antisemitism, helps students to identify and challenge bias.
Shifa Hospital operation:
Shifa Hospital operation: 90 terrorists killed, hundreds questioned
IDF, ISA, continue to conduct precise operational activity in the Shifa hospital.
Blinken to visit Israel on Friday
US Secretary of State's Mideast trip will include a short visit to Israel, reports say.
Huldai-Meretz agreement:
Huldai-Meretz agreement: Increase enforcement against tefillin stands
Tel Aviv Mayor signed coalition agreement with Meretz, which includes pledge to increase enforcement against tefillin stands outside schools.
Government begins planning
Government begins planning: In northern Israel, new school year may not start on time
Prime Minister's Office begins discussions with leaders of local authorities in northern Israel, weighing options if war delays residents' return home.
Binders containing sensitive IDF data found at Shifa Hospital
350 Hamas and Islamic Jihad terrorists detained by IDF forces that raided the hospital, most turned themselves in. One terrorist said: "We thought the IDF would not return to Shifa."
Shin Bet estimate:
Shin Bet estimate: Release of terrorists might cause unrest in Judea and Samaria
IDF and Shin Bet admit that motivation for attacks is high and that despite the many significant targeting of terrorists, it is impossible to succeed in all.
For the first time in 13 years
For the first time in 13 years: IAEA chief visits Syria to restart talks
IAEA inspectors last visited Syria in 2011, seeking to revive a stalled investigation into activity at a nuclear site in Syria's eastern desert which Israel bombed in 2007.
US Jewish leaders:
US Jewish leaders: We continue to have deep reservations about Schumer’s speech
Conference of Presidents releases statement after speaking to Senate Majority Leader about his controversial speech: We remain distressed that an American official would tell a sovereign, democratic ally when to conduct its electoral process.
US primaries:
US primaries: Trump and Biden register more primary wins
Both Trump and Biden have already clinched their respective parties’ presidential nomination.
Amid tensions with Biden:
Amid tensions with Biden: Netanyahu to speak to Senate Republicans
Prime Minister Netanyahu is tentatively scheduled to speak virtually to Senate Republicans during their regular lunch meeting on Wednesday.
Jared Kushner:
Jared Kushner: A Palestinian state is a super bad idea
Former US President Donald Trump's son-in-law suggests that Gazans should be moved to the Negev in order to allow the IDF to complete its military campaign against Hamas.
