Israel holding fire:
Dozen of Hezbollah terrorists trapped in terror stronghold
Political echelon orders IDF to hold fire in southern Lebanon; IDF opposes directive.
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Senior US official:
Senior US official: Israel and Hezbollah agree to ceasefire starting at 4:00 p.m.
Despite Netanyahu's forceful statement following the deadly incident, CNN reported, citing a source familiar with the matter, that Israel has no intention of escalating its response.
Cleared for publication:
Cleared for publication: Master Sergeant (Res.) Alexander Filin fell in southern Lebanon
Master Sergeant (Res.) Alexander Filin, a combat soldier in the 36th Division command post, fell in combat in southern Lebanon. Seven soldiers injured, including three in moderate condition.
Five soldiers wounded, one severely, in Hezbollah drone attack
Explosive drone hits Givati force operating in southern Lebanon, injuring four. Additional drone strikes evacuation crew, injuring an additional soldier.
Defense Minister:
Defense Minister: 'Israel will not withdraw from Lebanon, Syria, or Gaza'
Defense Minister Katz declared that Israel is determined to keep the IDF in security zones in Lebanon, Syria and the Gaza Strip indefinitely to protect Israel's borders and communities.
Defense Minister Katz appoints Brig. Gen. Hisham Ibrahim as his military secretary
In accordance with the recommendation of the Chief of the General Staff, LTG Eyal Zamir, Minister of Defense Israel Katz decided to appoint BG Hisham Ibrahim as the Military Secretary to the Minister of Defense.
Minister Israel Katz:
Minister Israel Katz confirms Israel will not withdraw from security zone
Defense Minister Israel Katz said Israel will continue independent operations against Iran, will not withdraw from security zones in Lebanon, Syria, or Gaza, and will keep operating in northern Judea and Samaria.
Netanyahu warns:
Netanyahu warns: As long as I am PM, Iran will not have nuclear weapons
Prime Minister Benjamin Netanyahu responds to talks of impending US-Iran deal, noting past achievements and promising Iran will not achieve nuclear weapons going forward.
Lebanon Border: Terrorist who opened fire inside Israeli territory eliminated
In an unusual incident on the northern border, a terrorist was identified inside Israeli territory a short distance from the fence in the Ramim Ridge area.
Hamas attempts to rebuild its capabilities, but the IDF strikes
IDF says it has struck the main headquarters of Hamas' naval police in Khan Younis, which was used to plan and carry out terrorist operations against IDF forces and Israel.
Rabbis in London warn against extremism
Speaking in London, leading rabbis addressed extremism, antisemitism and Israel-Diaspora ties, urging moral clarity and spiritual resilience.
IDF strikes petrochemical targets in Iran
Israeli Air Force strikes petrochemical complex in Mahshahr, after strikes on Iranian air defense.
I’billin resident indicted for joining Hamas, plotting attack on Jewish community
18-year-old I’billin resident indicted after joint Shin Bet and police investigation finds he allegedly planned a terror attack on a nearby Jewish community, sought to acquire weapons, and acted on behalf of Hamas.
Following Iranian barrages
Following Iran barrages: Netanyahu speaks with Trump, Chief of Staff warns of retaliation
The call between Netanyahu and Trump concludes just after midnight. Meanwhile, the Chief of Staff holds a situational assessment, clarifying the IDF is ready to act once political approval is granted.
Minutes from Israeli border:
Hezbollah's underground terror city minutes away from Israeli border
IDF forces uncovered a large-scale network of terror tunnels on the Beaufort Ridge in southern Lebanon.
MSG (Res.) Haim Kalomiti fell in Sharon shooting attack
Regional defense soldier MSG (Res.) Haim Kalomiti killed in shooting attack outside hometown of Tzur Natan. Another reservist was severely injured.
Terrorist shooting attack:
Terrorist shooting attack: 1 killed, 5 injured at three separate scenes
Six people were shot in three separate locations: two at a gas station near Kochav Yair, one at the entrance to Tzur Yitzhak, and another on the road between Tzur Natan and Sal'it.
Southern Lebanon:
Four reservists moderately wounded by explosive drone in southern Lebanon
Four IDF reservists moderately wounded by an explosive drone in southern Lebanon. They have been evacuated to a hospital for medical treatment.
New Mossad chief boots deputy
Mossad chief Roman Gofman informs his deputy, A., of termination.
Two officers seriously wounded in southern Lebanon
Three officers were wounded, two seriously,, in two separate incidents in southern Lebanon.
From the air and sea
From the air and sea: IDF and Shin Bet strike at the heart of Hamas’s apparatus
The IDF and Shin Bet announced that during a combined air and naval strike, senior members of the General Security apparatus of the Hamas terrorist organization in the northern Gaza Strip were eliminated.
Rabbinical court to sanction alienating parents
New protocol for rabbinical courts requires urgent handling of cases involving children’s safety and parental alienation, including rapid hearings, court oversight, and sanctions against alienating parents.
Nearly 3 years later: Bones found in Kfar Aza
Nearly three years after the massacre, human bones were discovered in the Dor Tzair neighborhood of Kfar Aza. Authorities are now examining whether the remains belong to Nirel Zini.
Brigadier General Yisrael Shomer questioned on suspicion of moral offenses, resigns
Brig. Gen. Yisrael Shomer, head of the IDF Operations Division, was questioned by the MPCID on suspicion of morality-related offenses.
Roman Gofman Assumes Role as Mossad Director: “I Enter This Sacred Place with Humility"
At a ceremony held at Mossad headquarters in the presence of the Prime Minister and senior security officials, Major General Roman Gofman replaced outgoing director Dedi Barnea as head of the organization.
Terrorist who held Oron Shaul’s body faces trial
1.5 years after his arrest, it was revealed that the terrorist provided investigators with the exact location where he had kept the body of Oron Shaul.
Two girls injured in ramming attack at Gush Etzion Junction
Two teenagers wounded in a ramming attack at the Gush Etzion Junction. Terrorist neutralized.
IDF takes over Beaufort Ridge in southern Lebanon
IDF expands its Lebanon offensive, launching an operation in Beaufort Ridge and Wadi al-Saluki to remove Hezbollah terrorist infrastructure.
Waiting to return to the battlefield:
401st Brigade commander sends message to soldiers: 'Waiting to return to the battlefield'
Col. Meir Biderman, who was seriously wounded by an explosive drone, spoke with his soldiers over the communications system, shared details of his recovery process, and strengthened the battalions fighting on the ground.
Hamas deputy commander killed in Gaza strike
IDF, ISA, eliminate Hamas terrorist Imad Hassan Hussein Aslim, who planned terror attacks and participated in October 7 massacre, in northern Gaza strike.
Chief of Staff warns against attempts to politicize military
IDF Chief Eyal Zamir addressed a command course graduation and warned against politicizing the military, saying the army’s sole mission is protecting Israel and its citizens.
New refueling plane lands in Israel
Israeli Air Force receives first of six Boeing KC-46 'Gideon' refueling and transport aircraft.
Major Hamas commander, 10/7 architect targeted in Gaza strike
Security source says Israel has confirmed the elimination of Mohammed Odeh, the new leader of Hamas' military wing, in Gaza.
Shin Bet and police expose Jerusalem terrorist cell
The Shin Bet and Jerusalem Police uncovered a terrorist cell of Arab residents in Jerusalem, directed by Popular Front activist Salah Hammouri, who allegedly provided encrypted phones for clandestine activity.
Gunman dead after opening fire near White House
Gunman killed by the Secret Service after opening fire at a White House security checkpoint.
401st Armoured Brigade commander severely wounded in drone strike
The Commander of the 401st Armoured Brigade, Colonel Meir Biderman, wounded, along with other soldiers, as a result of an explosive drone impact in southern Lebanon.
Unusual elimination deep in Lebanon
IDF strikes Islamic Jihad commander in Baalbek area, 100 kilometers from the Israel border.
Explosive attack in Lebanon
Four soldiers wounded, one severely, in explosive attack in Lebanon
Four soldiers were wounded, one severely, one moderately, and two lightly, as a result of an explosive device detonation in southern Lebanon.
Chief of Staff on eastern border: Prepare for surprise attack
IDF Chief of Staff Eyal Zamir visits General Staff exercise simulating widescale terrorist assault, says military must maintain constant readiness for surprise attacks on Israel’s borders.
Iranian spy in central Israel:
Iranian spy in central Israel: Severe indictment against Arab who filmed security sites
Arab suspect indicted for contacting Iranian intelligence officials and sending them images and information about sensitive security sites in Israel.
