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Home Front Command lifts restrictions for most of Israel

For the first time since the war began, the Home Front Command turns most of Israel 'green' allowing full or near-full activity.

Family of shooting victim:

Family of shooting victim: 'We never expected him to be hurt like this'

An Arab bus driver was critically injured in a shooting attack near Ariel in Samaria. His family and friends say they are shocked by the attack and are praying for his safe recovery.

Revealed: Hezbollah terrorists concealed weapons in a mosque

Over the past day, IDF forces in southern Lebanon discovered, confiscated, Hezbollah weapons hidden in a mosque in southern Lebanon.

Ceasefire collapsing?

Ceasefire collapsing? IAF aircraft strike deep in Lebanon

Throughout Saturday, IDF operating against targets in Lebanon that threatened the State of Israel and violated the ceasefire agreement.

Psychological terrorism:

Psychological terrorism: In Hamas video, American-Israeli hostage speaks to Trump

Idan Alexander, an immigrant from New Jersey, was kidnapped from the Kissufim Crossing by Hamas terrorists, and has been held captive in Gaza ever since.

Report:

Report: Netanyahu, Katz want Halevi to step down in two to three months

Kan 11 News report says Israel’s political leadership wants IDF Chief of Staff Herzi Halevi to step down around the conclusion of the 60-day trial period for the Lebanon ceasefire agreement.

Lebanon ceasefire:

Lebanon ceasefire: IDF identifies and thwarts terrorist activity in southern Lebanon

IDF identifies terrorist activity and movement of a Hezbollah portable rocket launcher, says threat was thwarted in an IAF strike.

Discussion of Syria

Netanyahu to hold rare Friday night security consultation to discuss Syria

The discussion comes after Syrian rebels entered the city of Aleppo, three days after launching a surprise offensive against Assad’s troops.

After Samaria attack:

Security forces operate at the home of the terrorist who carried out Samaria attack

IDF and Shin Bet say the terrorist, Samer Mohammed Hussein, is a former prisoner who served time in Israeli prisons over terror-related activities he carried out for the Hamas terrorist organization.

Shooting attack victim - Arab bus driver

One of the victims of the shooting attack in Samaria has been identified as an Arab bus driver from Umm al-Fahm.

Orin was killed in a traffic accident - days before her birthday

Family donates corneas of 13-year-old Orin, killed in traffic accident days before her birthday; her father suffered moderate injuries in the collision.

Emirati official visits family of slain Rabbi

An official from the UAE came to Israel to pay his respects to Rabbi Zvi Kogan's family, staying for less than an hour before returning to his country.

Preschool teacher: 'We'll tell the parents a kid scratched her'

Court extends arrest of Hadera childcare provider Levana Shem Tov, following investigation of child abuse.

9 wounded in terrorist shooting attack in Samaria

Security forces on scene after terrorist opens fire on a bus on Highway 5. 9 wounded, 3 seriously. Shooter neutralized.

IDF Northern Command head:

IDF N. Command head: We'll aggressively enforce ceasefire, won't let Hezbollah return

Commanding Officer of the Northern Command, Major General Ori Gordin, says IDF ready to resume combat in Lebanon if Hezbollah 'makes a mistake.'

Arab-Israeli indicted for joining ISIS

24-year-old Israeli citizen and student at The Technological College of Beer-Sheva arrested for pledging allegiance to ISIS, calling for terrorist attacks online.

Montreal:

Man enters Montreal Jewish business, screams 'We're gonna kill you 1 by 1'

No arrests made after man enters a Jewish-own business and threatens to kill the owners in an expletive-laden tirade against Jews and Israel.

Under heavy security:

Under heavy security, Chabad emissaries conference kicks off in shadow of UAE murder

NYPD provides security as thousands from around the world attend International Conference of Shluchim and Shluchos, held a week after the abduction and murder of Rabbi Zvi Kogan.

Nir Barkat:

Nir Barkat: Incentives for haredim who enlist, sanctions on those who refuse

Likud minister says October 7 proved there is no avoiding the conscription of haredi men to the IDF, but it must be done with sensitivity and avoid causing fear of 'secularization.'

Evangelical leader praises New Zealand for denying Candace Owens visa

Former Daily Wire commentator enmeshed in frequent antisemitism controversies denied visa to New Zealand after previously being refused entry to Australia.

IDF operations chief: The threat was not removed

'We will live by our sword in the coming years - the threat was not removed,' Brigadier General Yisrael Shomer, the IDF's chief of operations, warns.

Over 12,500 terror targets:

Over 12,500 terrorist targets struck: IDF summarizes Operation Northern Arrows

During Operation Northern Arrows, 2,500 senior Hezbollah members were eliminated and most of its launch capabilities were eliminated.

EU Foreign Policy Chief:

EU Foreign Policy Chief: We cannot undermine the International Criminal Court

Outgoing EU foreign policy chief Josep Borrell urges all EU member states to respect the decisions of the ICC, including the arrest warrants against Netanyahu and Gallant.

After more than two years:

After more than two years: Lebanon's parliament to elect new president

Lebanon's parliament to convene on January 9 to elect a new president, having been without one since Michel Aoun’s term ended in October 2022.

Germany:

Germany: Teen suspected of planning bomb attack arrested

German authorities announce arrest of teenager suspected of planning an Islamist-inspired pipe bomb attack.

Connecticut Democrats report receiving bomb threats

Five Democratic lawmakers from Connecticut say they received bomb threats at their homes. No explosive devices found.

Maccabi Tel Aviv match in Hungary ends without incident

Maccabi Tel Aviv secures 3-1 victory in Europa League match against Besiktas, which was played in an empty stadium in Debrecen, Hungary.

Moody's:

Moody's: Geopolitical risks in Israel appear to have partially diminished

Moody's issues update on Israel’s credit rating, says it is too early to determine whether the ceasefire agreement with Hezbollah has "significantly and sustainably" mitigated the risks that led to the downgrading of Israel's credit rating.

17-year-old arrested in murder of Israeli man in Tennessee

Family of 21-year-old Aviv Broeck says murder is related to calls to 'globalize the Intifada' as police arrest teen suspect who allegedly lured the victim for a locksmith job before shooting and robbing him.

Institute for Study of War:

Institute for Study of War: 'Ceasefire terms are tantamount to a Hezbollah defeat'

The Insitute for the Study of War released a report stating that the ceasefire in Lebanon shows Israel fulfilled its stated aims and Hezbollah gave up on its aims, but the agreement could allow Hezbollah to rearm and rebuild if Israel and the US do not enforce it.

Netanyahu:

Netanyahu: 'Conditions to bring hostages home have improved'

Prime Minister stated that the threat on the northern border has been removed and the residents of northern Israel will return 'when they feel it correct.'

Netanyahu visits IDF Space Center

Prime Minister Benjamin Netanyahu visited IDF Unit 990 and was briefed about the nation's satellites and the campaign in space, as well as future force-building processes in the field.

Home away from home:

Thanksgiving dinner held for lone soldiers and National Service volunteers in Jerusalem

Over 300 Ex-Pats gathered together for an evening of gratitude and nostalgia featuring classics such as turkey and pumpkin pie but with an Israeli twist.

Watch:

Watch: Thousands rally against antisemitism in Amsterdam

Thousands of supporters gathered at the Stopera in Amsterdam, waving Israeli and Dutch flags, to demonstrate solidarity with the Jewish community and speak out against the alarming surge in antisemitism in the country.

IDF Chief of Staff:

Chief of Staff: 'Violations will be enforced with fire - it's our duty to the citizens'

IDF Chief of Staff LTG Herzi Halevi held an operational briefing and stated that the IDF knows precisely that Hezbollah reached this agreement from a position of necessity and weakness.

Mia Schem gets engaged a year after being released from captivity

Mia Schem got engaged to her partner Yinon Hason almost exactly one year after being released from Hamas captivity.

Updated rules of engagement

'Armed terrorists and Hezbollah members will be shot' | IDF updates rules of engagement

The IDF announced that it would act aggressively against Hezbollah and terrorists pretending to be civilians to maintain its operational achievements.

Katz to UK Defense Sec.

Katz to UK Defense Sec. 'We expect UK to join efforts to prevent Hezbollah’s armament'

Israeli Defense Minister Israel Katz held his first conversation today with UK Secretary of State for Defence, John Healey, and emphasized Israel would act to prevent Iran from smuggling weapons into Lebanon.

For 2nd-straight year:

Anti-Israel protesters attempt to disrupt NY Thanksgiving parade for 2nd-straight year

About 20 protesters accusing Israel of genocide while blocking path of Ronald McDonald balloon at NYC Macy's Thanksgiving parade. Protesters jeered by crowd and arrested.

'The answer to the massacre'

Housing Minister reviews plans for Jewish settlement in Gaza

Construction and Housing Minister Yitzhak Goldknopf was photographed being shown a map of 'settlement points' in Gaza. At the same time, Minister Sa'ar promised that Israel would leave the Gaza Strip.