Uzi Baruch

Uzi Baruch

Chief Editor and CEO of Arutz Sheva

News by Uzi Baruch

60 years after execution:

60 years after execution: Mossad recovers Eli Cohen archive from Syria

The Mossad has recovered the official Syrian security forces archive on executed Israeli spy Eli Cohen, which includes documents, photos, and personal belongings.

60 years after execution: Mossad recovers Eli Cohen archive from Syria

Search for terrorist continues:

Five terrorists eliminated as IDF continues to search for mother's murderers

Israeli security forces continue to search for the terrorists who murdered pregnant mother Tze'ela Gez.

Five terrorists eliminated as IDF continues to search for mother's murderers

Chief of Staff vows justice after murder of Israeli mother near Bruchin

IDF Chief of Staff Eyal Zamir visits scene of deadly shooting attack, promises IDF will continue reach the murderers and those who sent them. 'We will hold them accountable.'

Chief of Staff vows justice after murder of Israeli mother near Bruchin

Cleared for publication:

Cleared for publication: IDF soldiers Yishai Elyakim Urbach and Yam Frid fell in Gaza

Sergeant Yishai Elyakim Urbach and Staff Sergeant Yam Frid fell during combat in the southern Gaza Strip. Four other soldiers seriously wounded. A total of 856 soldiers have fallen since the start of the war.

Cleared for publication:  IDF soldiers Yishai Elyakim Urbach and Yam Frid fell in Gaza

‘We strike far, we strike sharp’

‘We strike far, we strike sharp’ | IAF Pilot goes behind the scenes in strikes on Yemen

In a rare interview with Arutz Sheva, IAF pilot Maj. A. shares the tension, risks, and precision behind the long-range strike on Houthi military targets in Yemen.

‘We strike far, we strike sharp’ | IAF Pilot goes behind the scenes in strikes on Yemen

Former Justice Minister:

Former Justice Minister: 'Government sending aid to Gaza? Big mistake'

Following Cabinet disagreements over sending humanitarian aid to Gaza, former Justice Minister Ayelet Shaked believes the aid will be a free gift to Hamas and will harm Israel.

Former Justice Minister: 'Government sending aid to Gaza? Big mistake'

IDF begins sending tens of thousands of emergency call-up orders

Tens of thousands of reservists expected to receive call-up orders for fifth time since war began; Diplomatic-Security Cabinet expected to approve expansion of fighting in Gaza.

IDF begins sending tens of thousands of emergency call-up orders

Sergeant Niv Dayag, 19, killed in accident in the Golan Heights

Sergeant Niv Dayag, 19, killed in a car accident during operational activity in the Golan Heights; two other soldiers injured.

Sergeant Niv Dayag, 19, killed in accident in the Golan Heights

During operational activity

During operational activity: Reservist severely injured by explosive in Samaria

Reservist severely injured by an explosive during operational activity in the area of the village of Beita. IDF soldiers operating in the area to locate the terrorists.

During operational activity: Reservist severely injured by explosive in Samaria

ISA chief Ronen Bar announces resignation date

At memorial event for fallen ISA personnel, chief Ronen Bar says he will leave his post on June 15.

ISA chief Ronen Bar announces resignation date

Cleared for publication:

Cleared for publication: Border Police officer and Armored Corps officer fell in battle

Captain Ido Voloch, 21, of the Armored Corps, and Sergeant Neta Yitzhak Kahana, a Border Police officer, fell in battle in Gaza.

Cleared for publication: Border Police officer and Armored Corps officer fell in battle

Fierce battles in Gaza, three divisions fight Hamas

Three IDF divisions maneuvering in Gaza, eliminating hundreds of terrorists and striking over 1,800 terror targets.

Fierce battles in Gaza, three divisions fight Hamas

Ein Hashlosha's battle:

Ein Hashlosha's battle: Residents fought for hours, reinforcements arrived late

Investigation of October 7 battle a Kibbutz Ein Hashlosha reveals terrorists arrived in three ways, security squad fought heroically.

Ein Hashlosha's battle: Residents fought for hours, reinforcements arrived late

Morag Corridor

IDF Spokesman in Morag Corridor: 'Hamas is under pressure, we'll continue to pursue it'

IDF Spokesman BG Effie Defrin explained that the IDF is operating in the southern Gaza Strip to 'increase pressure on Hamas in order to bring the hostages home and to dismantle both the Hamas government and the Hamas military wing.'

IDF Spokesman in Morag Corridor: 'Hamas is under pressure, we'll continue to pursue it'

For the third time:

For the third time: Hamas publishes additional video of hostage Elkana Bohbot

Hamas publishes third sign of life on one month from hostage Elkana Bohbot.

For the third time: Hamas publishes additional video of hostage Elkana Bohbot

Above and Below Ground:

Above and Below Ground: IDF reservists begin fourth tour of duty in Shejaiya

The 16th brigade has eliminated numerous terrorists, and together with combat engineers, destroyed an underground tunnel.

Above and Below Ground: IDF reservists begin fourth tour of duty in Shejaiya

Renewal of operations:

Renewal of operations: IDF divides up Gaza Strip, seizes 30% of territory

1,200 terror targets have been struck from the air by 350 fighter jets and aircraft. Approximately 30% of the Gaza Strip’s territory is now designated as an Operational Security Perimeter.

Renewal of operations: IDF divides up Gaza Strip, seizes 30% of territory

3.5 months later:

3.5 months later: Third terrorist from Funduq terror attack eliminated

Mohammad Zakarana, the third terrorist in the cell which carried out a deadly shooting attack earlier this year, is eliminated in Qabatiya alongside an additional terrorist.

3.5 months later: Third terrorist from Funduq terror attack eliminated

Shin Bet comments on leak of classified information

Shin Bet comments on arrest of agent suspected of leaking classified information to journalists and a minister.

Shin Bet comments on leak of classified information

IDF soldier severely wounded in minefield near Lebanese border

A group of IDF soldiers accidentally entered an Israeli minefield in northern Israel, one soldier was severely wounded.

IDF soldier severely wounded in minefield near Lebanese border

'No place for this'

IAF Chief responds to protest letter: 'No place for this'

Israeli Air Force Commanding Officer Major General Tomer Bar condemned the letter by IAF reservists calling on Israel to stop the war. 'The leaflet weakens the solidarity.'

IAF Chief responds to protest letter: 'No place for this'

2 Israeli Arabs charged with planning terror attack on Temple Mount

Indictment filed against 2 Galilee residents for contact with terrorist elements, planning a stabbing attack on the Temple Mount and attempting to join the Tulkarm Brigades.

2 Israeli Arabs charged with planning terror attack on Temple Mount

6 Israeli Arabs accused of transferring millions of shekels to Hamas

Serious indictment charges group of Israeli citizens with transferring millions of shekels from Hamas agents in Turkey to fund terrorism in Judea and Samaria.

6 Israeli Arabs accused of transferring millions of shekels to Hamas

Staff Sergeant Guy Simhi saved 11 Supernova festivalgoers

On October 7th, 2023, Staff Sergeant Guy Simhi led 11 young people who escaped the Supernova Music Festival to a safe room in a house in Kibbutz Re'im.

Staff Sergeant Guy Simhi saved 11 Supernova festivalgoers

Kibbutz Re'im:

Kibbutz Re'im: 10-man security squad saved town from attack by 80 terrorists

The investigation into the Hamas attack on Kibbuzt Re'im on October 7 found that the local security squad was forced to fight alone for hours until help arrived, but still brought Nova survivors to safety, repelled attackers, and rescued civilians from burning buildings.

Kibbutz Re'im: 10-man security squad saved town from attack by 80 terrorists

Morag Corridor:

Katz's ultimatum for Hamas: The IDF will move to intense combat in all of Gaza

Minister of Defense Israel Katz visited the Morag Corridor in the Gaza Strip and turned to the Gazan population: 'Get rid of Hamas and return the hostages - that is the only way to stop the war.'

Katz's ultimatum for Hamas: The IDF will move to intense combat in all of Gaza

Palestinian Arab infiltrates IDF Judea and Samaria Division Headquarters

The unarmed Palestinian Arab was caught by a security officer shortly after he jumped the fence of the facility.

Palestinian Arab infiltrates IDF Judea and Samaria Division Headquarters

IDF inquiry:

IDF inquiry: 41 terrorists entered Sderot and went on a killing spree

The IDF inquiry into the massacre and battle in Sderot found that 41 terrorists infiltrated the city and murdered 53 individuals. In the end, 39 of the terrorists were eliminated.

IDF inquiry: 41 terrorists entered Sderot and went on a killing spree

'I misspoke'

Shin Bet Jewish Department Chief suspends himself after disparaging Judea and Samaria Jews

A., The head of the Jewish Department of the Shin Bet, suspended himself until his remarks, calling suspects from Judea and Samaria 'shmucks,' and admitting to arresting them without evidence, are investigated.

Shin Bet Jewish Department Chief suspends himself after disparaging Judea and Samaria Jews

Bangkok:

Rabbi Nehemia Wilhelm at Chabad Bangkok: ''The ground was shaking; hundreds called us'

Chabad emissary in Bangkok, Rabbi Nehemia Wilhelm, spoke to Arutz Sheva about the hundreds of calls they received after the severe earthquake in Thailand: 'We tried to calm everyone down.'

Rabbi Nehemia Wilhelm at Chabad Bangkok: ''The ground was shaking; hundreds called us'

Targeted elimination:

IDF takes out Radwan Force battalion commander in targeted elimination.

IAF aircraft eliminate Hezbollah terrorist Ahmad Adnan Bajjiga, battalion commander in the Radwan Force, who presented a threat to Israel.

IDF takes out Radwan Force battalion commander in targeted elimination.

Terror attack thwarted:

Terror attack thwarted: Terrorist holding rocks eliminated on Huwara Bypass road

Soldiers from Unit 636 carry out precise gunfire toward a masked terrorist who was holding rocks with the intent to throw them at civilians in Samaria.

Terror attack thwarted: Terrorist holding rocks eliminated on Huwara Bypass road

1 week of war:

IDF releases footage of terrorist eliminations, strikes in Syria

1 week into the resumption of combat in Gaza, the IDF has struck 430 terror targets and intercepted 14 missiles and rockets.

IDF releases footage of terrorist eliminations, strikes in Syria

IDF suspends all Krav Maga training following soldier's death

After Sergeant Yosef Haim Tzvi Serlin collapsed and died during routine training, the commanding officer of the Ground Forces decided to suspend all Krav Maga courses until Sunday.

IDF suspends all Krav Maga training following soldier's death

IAF destroys dozens of Nuhkba Force vehicles in Gaza

Air Force destroys vehicles used by terrorist organizations in an effort to disrupt the maneuverability and logistics of the terrorists.

IAF destroys dozens of Nuhkba Force vehicles in Gaza

Another spy caught:

Resident of southern Israel photographed sensitive sites for Iran

Edward Yusufov, aged 65 from Netivot, allegedly photographed IDF bases, the Haifa Port, the Haifa oil refineries, and the Nuclear Research Center for his Iranian handler.

Resident of southern Israel photographed sensitive sites for Iran

Netanyahu:

Netanyahu: 'I have a dramatic revelation - you can't make this up'

Prime Minister Netanyahu presented a series of documents and dates which he claims show that the investigation into alleged bribery by Qatar is intended to prevent the dismissal of ISA director Ronen Bar.

Netanyahu: 'I have a dramatic revelation - you can't make this up'

Security forces foil ramming attack targeting IDF soldiers

ISA, Israel Police, arrest Jihad Zariqat, a Hamas-identified resident of Kafr Kanna who planned to carry out a ramming attack against IDF soldiers.

Security forces foil ramming attack targeting IDF soldiers

Two senior Hamas officials eliminated in Gaza airstrikes

The IDF and ISA struck dozens of terror targets and eliminated two more senior Hamas officials: Yasser Muhammad Harb Musa and Muhammad Al-Jamasi.

Two senior Hamas officials eliminated in Gaza airstrikes

Due to the failures:

Due to the failures: Netanyahu to dismiss ISA Chief Ronen Bar

Prime Minister Benjamin Netanyahu met with ISA (Shin Bet) Director Ronen Bar and notified him that he would bring a motion before the Cabinet to dismiss him.

Due to the failures: Netanyahu to dismiss ISA Chief Ronen Bar