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Givati revolt

Givati revolt: 100 soldiers go AWOL, most return

Givati Brigade soldiers walk out of Sde Teiman base after being ordered to dismantle memorial honoring fallen comrades.

Givati revolt: 100 soldiers go AWOL, most return

UK court allows Palestine Action appeal as 117 arrested at movement's protest

The UK Supreme Court will hear a challenge to Palestine Action's proscription as a terrorist group after 117 supporters were arrested in London.

UK court allows Palestine Action appeal as 117 arrested at movement's protest

Reports:

Reports: Saudi Arabia bombs Sana'a as Houthi-Iraq ties deepen

Reports of Saudi strikes on Sana'a reportedly concluding that Houthis and Iran-backed Iraqi groups jointly launched attacks from Iraq.

Reports: Saudi Arabia bombs Sana'a as Houthi-Iraq ties deepen

CENTCOM rebuts Iranian claims

CENTCOM rebuts Iranian claims: Strait of Hormuz remains open, no US aircraft lost

US Central Command dismisses what it calls "false claims" by the IRGC, saying commercial shipping remains protected, no American aircraft were damaged, and the U.S. naval blockade remains fully in effect.

CENTCOM rebuts Iranian claims: Strait of Hormuz remains open, no US aircraft lost

Over 10 terror tunnel routes dismantled, including one used to hold hostages

Troops from the 188th Brigade dismantled more than 10 underground terror tunnel routes used by Hamas, including 1 in which hostages were held.

Over 10 terror tunnel routes dismantled, including one used to hold hostages

Wide-scale security raid targets gunmen in Beit Ummar

Israeli forces searched over 170 buildings, arrested wanted suspects and seized weapons after gunfire in Beit Ummar raised fears for nearby communities.

Wide-scale security raid targets gunmen in Beit Ummar

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Watch: IDF deals heavy blow to Hamas weapons supply in Gaza

The IDF struck four facilities storing Kalashnikov assault rifles, explosive devices, additional ammunition, and military equipment in various areas of Gaza.

Watch: IDF deals heavy blow to Hamas weapons supply in Gaza

'To Uman, not the military': Haredim protest at airport

Breslov hassidim protested at Ben Gurion Airport, demanding draft evaders be allowed to fly to Uman as fears of arrests before Rosh Hashanah grow.

'To Uman, not the military': Haredim protest at airport

Indictment

Indictment: Suspect planned attack, posed as worshipper, fatally stabbed Rabbi Amos Guetta

Prosecutors allege that Binyamin Yosef Haim Friedrich concealed a knife, asked to pray beside Rabbi Amos Guetta's bed, and then stabbed the incapacitated rabbi four times, killing him.

Indictment: Suspect planned attack, posed as worshipper, fatally stabbed Rabbi Amos Guetta

Watch: Masked gunmen steal the show at wedding

Wedding video aired by i24NEWS ignites controversy after showing masked participants waving weapons, shouting revenge slogans during a celebratory song.

Watch: Masked gunmen steal the show at wedding

Israel tests AI-powered drone system for rapid wildfire detection

Israel has successfully completed the first test of a new drone-based system designed to detect wildfires within minutes of ignition, enabling emergency crews to respond before flames spread.

Israel tests AI-powered drone system for rapid wildfire detection

Father of slain officer issues emotional plea for unity

Father of Maj. Yuval Ezra, killed in the Samaria terror attack, urges Israelis to reject division. 'We can be rivals, but under no circumstances can we become enemies.'

Father of slain officer issues emotional plea for unity

Ambulance driver indicted for spying for Iran

Israeli-Arab ambulance driver indicted for collecting intelligence on hospitals, protests, Hostages Square, and the home area of a senior security official for Iranian handlers.

Ambulance driver indicted for spying for Iran

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Watch: Democrats leader stands behind 'baby killing' remark

The chair of Democrats, Yair Golan, would not back down from his harsh remark that 'a sane state does not kill babies as a pastime.'

Watch: Democrats leader stands behind 'baby killing' remark

Two Israelis detained after crossing into Syria

Soldiers locate, return, two Israeli civilians who crossed border into Syria, handing them over to police for questioning.

Two Israelis detained after crossing into Syria

Shas newspaper attacks new right-wing parties over haredi stance

A Shas-affiliated newspaper accuses emerging right-wing parties of making opposition to the haredi community a central election strategy, while criticizing several prominent political figures.

Shas newspaper attacks new right-wing parties over haredi stance

Father of slain hero delivers powerful message from attack site

Standing at site where his son was murdered, Benayahu Melet's father calls on IDF to permanently control ridge, demanding government establish Jewish communities in the area.

Father of slain hero delivers powerful message from attack site

Watch: Hezbollah arsenal found hidden among civilians

IDF troops uncover large Hezbollah weapons cache concealed inside civilian buildings in Majdal Zoun, including rifles, explosives, anti-tank missiles, and mortar rounds.

Watch: Hezbollah arsenal found hidden among civilians

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Watch: Senator John Fetterman clashes with reporter over Israel

The Democratic senator countered questions from reporters with a fierce defense of Israel's strikes against Hamas.

Watch: Senator John Fetterman clashes with reporter over Israel

Injured IDF soldier questioned after testifying on terror attack

An IDF soldier wounded in a terrorist attack near Susya says he became the subject of a criminal investigation after arriving to give testimony. His attorney accuses police of targeting a terror victim instead of his attackers.

Injured IDF soldier questioned after testifying on terror attack

Miracle in Bnei Brak:

Watch: Toddler survives after car drives over him

Shocking video captures moment a young boy returns to roadway and is was run over by a passing vehicle.

Watch: Toddler survives after car drives over him

Iranian officials:

Iranian officials: Iran behind Egypt port blast

Drone attack on Egypt's Damietta Port meant to signal Tehran's ability to choke international shipping if the conflict escalates, Iranian officials tell The New York Times.

Iranian officials: Iran behind Egypt port blast

Last Hamas sniper commander eliminated, IDF says

IDF eliminates final remaining sniper cell commander in Hamas' Nuseirat Battalion, alongside terrorist who infiltrated Israel during October 7 massacre.

Last Hamas sniper commander eliminated, IDF says

Report: Hamas may agree to disarm

Hamas discussing deal to surrender its weapons, hand control of Gaza to international force, Channel 13 report says.

Report: Hamas may agree to disarm

No boarding: Israel cracks down on Uman-bound draft evaders

Israel blocks key loophole allowing haredi draft evaders under exit bans to board flights, new system expected to take effect ahead of Jewish New Year.

No boarding: Israel cracks down on Uman-bound draft evaders

'Unbelievable support'

Netanyahu meets Sen. Tim Sheehy, thanks him for 'unbelievable support'

PM Netanyahu meets Senator Tim Sheehy in Washington, thanking him for his support, as Sheehy notes that true friends reveal themselves when under siege.

Netanyahu meets Sen. Tim Sheehy, thanks him for 'unbelievable support'

Following Jordan base attack

CENTCOM completes heavy wave of strikes across Iran following Jordan base attack

CENTCOM conducts strikes on dozens of IRGC targets across Iran in retaliation for attempted Iranian missile attacks on US bases in Jordan.

CENTCOM completes heavy wave of strikes across Iran following Jordan base attack

Netanyahu meets Evangelicals:

Netanyahu meets Evangelicals in D.C.: We are one against common threats

Netanyahu thanks Evangelical leaders for their unwavering support during a meeting in Washington, urging unity against antisemitism and calling on them to fight back.

Netanyahu meets Evangelicals in D.C.: We are one against common threats

During DC meeting

Netanyahu thanks Sen. Fetterman for standing with Israel during Washington meeting

PM Netanyahu meets Senator John Fetterman in D.C., thanking him for his staunch support, as Fetterman vows to remain the "conscience of the Democratic Party."

Netanyahu thanks Sen. Fetterman for standing with Israel during Washington meeting

'Nobody tells him what to do'

'Nobody tells Trump what to do': Netanyahu rejects claims he misled Trump on Iran

In an interview with ABC News, Prime Minister Benjamin Netanyahu affirms President Trump leads their coalition against Iran, dismissing claims he persuaded the US to stay in the war.

'Nobody tells Trump what to do': Netanyahu rejects claims he misled Trump on Iran

German Chancellor rejects broad EU sanctions against Israel

German Chancellor Friedrich Merz rejects general sanctions on Israel, citing historical responsibility towards the Jewish state.

German Chancellor rejects broad EU sanctions against Israel

'Best ally since WWII'

'Best ally since WWII': Sen. Tom Cotton praises Israel in meeting with Netanyahu

PM Netanyahu meets Senator Tom Cotton in D.C., where Cotton praises Israel as America’s top ally since WWII in their shared fight against Iran and terrorism.

'Best ally since WWII': Sen. Tom Cotton praises Israel in meeting with Netanyahu

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Report: Trump weighs intensive 10-to-14-day air campaign in Iran

President Trump is considering a CENTCOM plan for an intensive 10-to-14-day air campaign against Iran while keeping diplomatic response on the table, reports The Wall Street Journal.

Report: Trump weighs intensive 10-to-14-day air campaign in Iran

Despite Iran strikes

Despite Iran strikes: Saudi Arabia urges de-escalation with Iran

Following joint airstrikes in Iraq, Saudi Arabia's defense minister informs Vice President Vance that Riyadh still seeks de-escalation with Iran, according to Axios.

Despite Iran strikes: Saudi Arabia urges de-escalation with Iran

Ben Gvir fires back at Eisenkot: Defeatist morality

After the chairman of the "Yashar!" party launches an attack, National Security Minister reminds the public that Gadi Eisenkot blocked and delayed the elimination of Hezbollah’s secretary-general.

Ben Gvir fires back at Eisenkot: Defeatist morality

Chief Rabbi Kalman Bar backs Rabbi David Yosef

Following the decision in the case of the Rabbi David Yosef, the Rishon LeZion, Rabbi Kalman Ber sent a detailed letter from the Chief Rabbinate of Israel to the Ombudsman, retired judge Asher Kola.

Chief Rabbi Kalman Bar backs Rabbi David Yosef

New Jersey men arrested in Pennsylvania with drugs worth millions

Two New Jersey residents were arrested after being stopped for speeding on a Pennsylvania toll road. A search of their vehicle uncovered more than 300 kilograms of marijuana and hundreds of narcotic pills.

New Jersey men arrested in Pennsylvania with drugs worth millions

Jerusalem warns of fraud using fake municipal payment demands

The Jerusalem Municipality and Hagihon warned residents about fake payment demands using official-looking documents and urged the public to verify every request.

Jerusalem warns of fraud using fake municipal payment demands

Zamir

Zamir: IDF won't leave Lebanon security zone until long-term security is guaranteed

Chief of Staff Eyal Zamir tells troops in southern Lebanon that the Security Zone will remain in place until northern communities are fully protected.

Zamir: IDF won't leave Lebanon security zone until long-term security is guaranteed

US tanker hit in suspected drone attack in Egypt

An American tanker was struck in a suspected UAV attack at the Damietta Port in northern Egypt this evening.

US tanker hit in suspected drone attack in Egypt