Uzi Baruch

Uzi Baruch

Chief Editor and CEO of Arutz Sheva

News by Uzi Baruch

Holon residents arrested for contact with Iranian intelligence and espionage missions

The Shin Bet and Israel Police arrested two 26-year-old residents of Holon suspected of working for Iranian intelligence, carrying out surveillance missions, and attempting to recruit others. An indictment is expected in the coming days.

Holon residents arrested for contact with Iranian intelligence and espionage missions

Two wounded in ramming attack south of Jerusalem

Two individuals were wounded in a ramming attack at the al-Khader Junction on Route 60 near the southern entrance to Jerusalem.

Two wounded in ramming attack south of Jerusalem

Smotrich on Trump peace plan:

Smotrich slams Trump peace plan as ‘Return to Oslo, historic mistake’

Finance Minister Bezalel Smotrich harshly rejected President Trump’s Gaza peace plan, calling it a return to Oslo illusions and warning it would repeat the failures of the past.

Smotrich slams Trump peace plan as ‘Return to Oslo, historic mistake’

Five IDF soldiers severely wounded in battle in Gaza

Five soldiers were seriously wounded in a clash with terrorists who infiltrated their position in Gaza City. Six others sustained light injuries during the evacuation.

Five IDF soldiers severely wounded in battle in Gaza

IDF eliminates terrorist who killed Yamam commander

Hamas terrorist behind Arnon Zamora’s killing eliminated in IDF-Shin Bet operation.

IDF eliminates terrorist who killed Yamam commander

Israeli-American accused of espionage for Iran

While living in Morocco, Yaakov Perl made contact with Iranian intelligence, and even came to Israel to carry out their instructions.

Israeli-American accused of espionage for Iran

Over Gaza: Failed launch towards IAF helicopter

IDF spokesman reports attempted launch from Gaza City, aiming for IAF helicopter.

Over Gaza: Failed launch towards IAF helicopter

Cleared for publication:

Cleared for publication: Staff Sergeant Chalachew Shimon Demalash fell in Gaza

Staff Sergeant Chalachew Shimon Demalash, 21, from Be'er Sheva, shot by sniper in northern Gaza City. The number of fallen soldiers since the start of the war stands at 912.

Cleared for publication: Staff Sergeant Chalachew Shimon Demalash fell in Gaza

Chief of Staff orders halt to convoys from Jordan to Gaza

IDF Chief of Staff Eyal Zamir holds initial investigation at scene of Allenby Crossing terror attack, orders stop to transfer of supplies from Jordan to Gaza.

Chief of Staff orders halt to convoys from Jordan to Gaza

IDF says it will strike Yemen in the coming hours

IDF Spokesman issues evacuation for Port of Hodeidah ahead of a strike on Houthi targets.

IDF says it will strike Yemen in the coming hours

Defense Minister:

Defense Minister: 'If Hamas doesn't release the hostages, Gaza will be destroyed'

Defense Minister Katz visited the Gaza Strip and spoke with the troops taking the city of Gaza.

Defense Minister: 'If Hamas doesn't release the hostages, Gaza will be destroyed'

IDF confirms:

IDF confirms: Ground troops have begun operating in Gaza City

Two regular divisions entered the heart of Gaza City overnight, as they advance while accompanied by massive air cover.

IDF confirms: Ground troops have begun operating in Gaza City

Netanyahu confirms:

Netanyahu confirms: Intense offensive in Gaza Strip has begun

Both PM and IDF confirm that the IDF has begun operating on the ground in Gaza City.

Netanyahu confirms: Intense offensive in Gaza Strip has begun

Committee approves:

Appointments Committee approves: Tzachi Braverman named Ambassador to UK

Braverman will replace Ambassador Tzipi Hotovely, who has served as Israel’s representative in the United Kingdom for the past five years.

Appointments Committee approves: Tzachi Braverman named Ambassador to UK

Minister Bezalel Smotrich:

'UN condemnation of Israel is October 7th of today, PM must not ask why he was not warned'

Minister Smotrich calls on PM Netanyahu at an Arutz Sheva and Samaria Council Conference to wake up to Macron's move to recognize a Palestinian state and to immediately apply sovereignty in Judea and Samaria.

'UN condemnation of Israel is October 7th of today, PM must not ask why he was not warned'

Ben Gvir to Netanyahu:

Ben Gvir to Netanyahu: 'We're not waiting for Europe; sovereignty is an urgent need'

'We don't need to wait for Europe in order to apply sovereignty,' says Minister of National Security Itamar Ben Gvir at the Arutz Sheva and Samaria Council Conference.

Ben Gvir to Netanyahu: 'We're not waiting for Europe; sovereignty is an urgent need'

The World War 2 era gun used to murder Charlie Kirk

A precision Mauser bolt-action rifle from World War II was recovered near the shooting site at the University of Utah. According to the FBI, it is a bolt-action rifle commonly used by hunters and snipers and is extremely powerful

The World War 2 era gun used to murder Charlie Kirk

Israel casts doubt on results of Qatar strike

Israel's defense echelon expresses doubt over success of strike on Hamas leaders in Qatar.

Israel casts doubt on results of Qatar strike

Terror in Jerusalem:

Terror in Jerusalem: Six dead in shooting attack at Ramot Junction

Two terrorists open fire at passersby at Ramot Junction in Jerusalem, murdering seven people; reports say terrorists boarded bus, shot at passengers' heads from close range using automatic weapons.

Terror in Jerusalem: Six dead in shooting attack at Ramot Junction

Irregular move:

In an irregular move, retired police chief to be appointed as head of COGAT

Defense Minister and Chief of Staff decided to appoint Halevy, whose son fell in the Swords of Iron War, to head of COGAT after he served in a variety of senior positions in the police force.

In an irregular move, retired police chief to be appointed as head of COGAT

IDF strikes high-rise building used by Hamas in Gaza City

IDF Arabic Language Spokesman Avichay Adraee warned residents of the Al-Ruya building in Gaza City to evacuate due to the presence of Hamas terrorist infrastructure inside or near it.

IDF strikes high-rise building used by Hamas in Gaza City

Terrorist who bragged about murdering 10 Israelis is eliminated

Terrorist who boasted about using a murdering a Jewish woman and her husband, killing 10 Jews 'with his bare hands,' is eliminated in Gaza.

Terrorist who bragged about murdering 10 Israelis is eliminated

IDF warns: Hamas hiding in multi-story buildings

IDF warns of upcoming strike on Gaza City structures converted to terrorist infrastructure, including cameras, observation command centers, sniper and anti-tank firing positions, command and control compounds.

IDF warns: Hamas hiding in multi-story buildings

Defense Minister: Gates of hell have opened in Gaza

IDF issues first evacuation warning for multi-story terror building in Gaza, ahead of strike.

Defense Minister: Gates of hell have opened in Gaza

Drone attack on Minister Ben-Gvir foiled

A squad of Hamas operatives from Hebron allegedly intended to use explosive drones to assassinate National Security Minister Itamar Ben-Gvir.

Drone attack on Minister Ben-Gvir foiled

Netanyahu to Cabinet ministers: Partial deal not on the table

Prime Minister Benjamin Netanyahu refuses to hold vote on resolution opposing partial deal with Hamas, claiming such a deal is 'not on the table.'

Netanyahu to Cabinet ministers: Partial deal not on the table

Central Command Chief:

Central Command Chief: 'Hamas is the Amalek of our time'

The commander of Central Command spoke at the change-of-command ceremony for the Judea and Samaria Division and described changes on the ground in the war.

Central Command Chief: 'Hamas is the Amalek of our time'

Israel confirms: Hamas spokesman Abu Obaida eliminated

Abu Obaida was one of the last remaining senior terrorists of Hamas’ Military Wing from before October 7th, 2023, and for the past decade was responsible for Hamas’ military wing propaganda apparatus.

Israel confirms: Hamas spokesman Abu Obaida eliminated

Target of Gaza strike: Hamas spokesman Abu Obaida

Hamas spokesman Abu Obaida named as target of Gaza assassination attempt; terror group issues official condemnation, claiming dozens of casualties.

Target of Gaza strike: Hamas spokesman Abu Obaida

Abducted body of 10.7 victim Ilan Weiss returned to Israel

The IDF and Shin Bet recovered the body of Ilan Weiss, who was murdered on October 7th, from Gaza.

Abducted body of 10.7 victim Ilan Weiss returned to Israel

Chief of Staff slams Haaretz for 'inciting discourse'

IDF Chief of Staff Eyal Zamir slams Haaretz article for incitement against Central Command Chief Avi Bluth. 'Distorted imagery against him crosses every red line.'

Chief of Staff slams Haaretz for 'inciting discourse'

Dressed as customers:

Terrorists arrested at bank in dramatic operation

In special operation, police arrest wanted terrorist responsible for shooting attack at bank near Hebron.

Terrorists arrested at bank in dramatic operation

IDF eliminates senior Hamas commander in aerial strike

Israeli security forces eliminate Mahmoud al-Aswad, key Hamas terrorist in western Gaza.

IDF eliminates senior Hamas commander in aerial strike

Dummy rocket aimed at Kibbutz Migdal Oz

Police, IDF foil dummy rocket near Beit Fajjar aimed at Migdal Oz Industrial Zone.

Dummy rocket aimed at Kibbutz Migdal Oz

Defense Minister: Israel will remain on Mount Hermon

Defense Minister Israel Katz responds to reports of upcoming ceasefire with Syria, promising Israel will maintain control of areas necessary for its security.

Defense Minister: Israel will remain on Mount Hermon

Dramatic:

Dramatic: Israel to gradually withdraw from five key points in Lebanon

Prime Minister's Office congratulates Lebanese government on decision to disarm Hezbollah, promising that if concrete steps are made, the IDF will gradually withdraw from Lebanon.

Dramatic: Israel to gradually withdraw from five key points in Lebanon

Chief of Staff: 'We'll get to each place at the right time to prevent terrorist attacks'

Chief of Staff, Maj. Gen. Eyal Zamir, delivered a strong message during a tour of Tulkarm: 'IDF continues to operate responsibly and vigilantly in all sectors, and is present at every point needed to thwart terrorism and ensure security.'

Chief of Staff: 'We'll get to each place at the right time to prevent terrorist attacks'

Full investigation

Radio recordings from the incident that nearly ended in disaster

MG Yaniv Asor, conducted a field tour yesterday at the location where IDF troops from the Kfir Brigade clashed with terrorists a day earlier in Khan Yunis.

Radio recordings from the incident that nearly ended in disaster

Unusual attack

Unusual attack: Soldier seriously injured in surprise attack by 18 terrorists

IDF forces repel attack by Hamas terrorist cell on a military outpost in Khan Yunis. It is believed the cell was attempting to abduct soldiers during hostage negotiations.

Unusual attack: Soldier seriously injured in surprise attack by 18 terrorists

Worst failure in Israel's history

State Comptroller to meet senior officials over 10/7 failures

State Comptroller Matanyahu Englman is due to meet with senior officials to review failures leading to 10/7 massacre, 'our commitment is solely to the citizens of Israel who deserve answers.'

State Comptroller to meet senior officials over 10/7 failures