Uzi Baruch

Uzi Baruch

Chief Editor and CEO of Arutz Sheva

News by Uzi Baruch

Senior military source:

Senior military source: Most of the terrorists released in the deal returned to terror

According to information from the defense echelon, at least two of the terrorists released in November 2023 were eliminated in the antiterror operation in Jenin, and dozens others were arrested.

Senior military source: Most of the terrorists released in the deal returned to terror

Operation Wall of Iron:

Operation Wall of Iron: IDF carries out wave of demolitions in Jenin

On Sunday, the IDF destroyed approximately 20 buildings used by terrorists in Jenin.

Operation Wall of Iron: IDF carries out wave of demolitions in Jenin

One reported dead:

IAF opens fire to distance vehicle that violated ceasefire, one reported dead

Israel confirms it fired at a vehicle in Gaza, according to Arab reports, one individual was killed and several others were wounded.

IAF opens fire to distance vehicle that violated ceasefire, one reported dead

After airstrikes:

After airstrikes: IDF begins operation in Samaria village of Tammun

The Bislach Brigade began counterterrorism operations in Tammun in eastern Samaria after a series of airstrikes that eliminated ten terrorists.

After airstrikes: IDF begins operation in Samaria village of Tammun

Eyal Zamir to be named IDF Chief of Staff

Prime Minister Benjamin Netanyahu, Defense Minister Israel Katz, agree to appoint Major General (res.) Eyal Zamir to head the IDF. Zamir will take office next month.

Eyal Zamir to be named IDF Chief of Staff

After 484 days in captivity:

After 484 days in captivity: Keith, Ofer, and Yarden returned to Israel

Hostages Keith Siegel, Yarden Bibas, and Ofer Calderon were released Saturday from Hamas captivity.

After 484 days in captivity: Keith, Ofer, and Yarden returned to Israel

IDF:

New details from elimination of Marwan Issa, deputy commander of Hamas' military wing

IDF discloses new details from elimination of Marwan Issa, deputy commander of Hamas' military wing, in an airstrike in Nuseirat in central Gaza almost a year ago.

New details from elimination of Marwan Issa, deputy commander of Hamas' military wing

5 soldiers injured:

Staff Sergeant Liam Hazi fell in Jenin

Haruv reconnaissance soldier, First Sergeant Liam Hazi from Rosh Haayin, fell during operational activity in Jenin. Another soldier from the unit was seriously injured.

Staff  Sergeant Liam Hazi fell in Jenin

IDF shoots down drone crossing from Egypt

IDF thwarts attempt to smuggle 13 weapons and ammunition from Egypt via drone.

IDF shoots down drone crossing from Egypt

Friendly fire incident:

Kobi Avitan, father of 3, killed in operational accident in Gaza

Investigation launched after civilian Defense Ministry contractor killed by gunfire, apparently from Israeli forces, in the Gaza Strip.

Kobi Avitan, father of 3, killed in operational accident in Gaza

Iranian espionage

Two reserve soldiers suspected of espionage for Iran

ISA, Israel Police, arrest two Israeli citizens suspected of carrying out tasks for Iran; one of the suspects passed his operator confidential information obtained during his military service.

Two reserve soldiers suspected of espionage for Iran

IDF: Three Egoz Unit fighters injured in Jenin

Three soldiers from the Egoz Unit were injured Thursday while fighting terror in Jenin. 'They have been transferred to the hospital, their families have been notified,' IDF says.

IDF: Three Egoz Unit fighters injured in Jenin

After 477 days in captivity:

After 477 days in captivity: Liri, Naama, Daniella, and Karina return home to Israel

Four of the five IDF lookouts kidnapped from the Nahal Oz military post during the October 7 massacre are returned to Israel.

After 477 days in captivity: Liri, Naama, Daniella, and Karina return home to Israel

Isawiya resident who reached out to Hezbollah arrested

Israel Police and ISA arrest Jerusalem Arab who contacted sources in Hezbollah and other terror groups, photographed sensitive locations.

Isawiya resident who reached out to Hezbollah arrested

Defense Minister announces 3 candidates for next Chief of Staff

Minister Israel Katz says he will interview Deputy Chief of Staff Maj. Gen. Amir Baram, Director General of the Defense Ministry, Maj. Gen. (res.) Eyal Zamir, and Maj. Gen. Tamir Yadai, to replace outgoing IDF Chief of Staff Herzi Halevi.

Defense Minister announces 3 candidates for next Chief of Staff

Footage of the Jenin operation:

Footage of the Jenin operation: Over ten terrorists killed, many explosives destroyed

Over 10 terrorists eliminated as IDF carries out aerial strikes on terror targets, destroys explosives, in new Jenin operation.

Footage of the Jenin operation: Over ten terrorists killed, many explosives destroyed

Nahal Brigade prepares for next missions after Gaza op.

The Nahal Brigade today (Monday) marked the end of the brigade's operation in the Gaza Strip and to commemorate the brigade's fallen since the beginning of the war.

Nahal Brigade prepares for next missions after Gaza op.

IDF Chief of Staff in Syria:

IDF Chief of Staff in Syria: 'We need to make every effort to bring back Hadar Goldin'

While visiting troops in Syria, IDF Chief of Staff LTG Herzi Halevi discussed the recovery of the body of Oron Shaul, which had been held by Hamas since 2014.

IDF Chief of Staff in Syria: 'We need to make every effort to bring back Hadar Goldin'

Sergeant First Class (res.) Eviatar Ben Yehuda fell during operational activity

Sergeant First Class (res.) Eviatar Ben Yehuda served in the 8211th Battalion of the Efraim Brigade and fell during operational activity.

Sergeant First Class (res.) Eviatar Ben Yehuda fell during operational activity

Security Cabinet approves hostage deal - Smotrich and Ben-Gvir vote against it

Security Cabinet has recommended that the Government approve the proposed hostage deal framework.

Security Cabinet approves hostage deal - Smotrich and Ben-Gvir vote against it

Defense Minister cancels warrants against Yesha residents

Defense Minister cites release of terrorists in hostage deal in decision to free 5 Judea and Samaria residents to their homes. 'Better for the families of Jewish settlers to be happy than for the families of released terrorists.'

Defense Minister cancels warrants against Yesha residents

50 terrorists arrested, 10 eliminated, in Judea and Samaria

Israeli security forces arrest 50 terrorists, eliminate over 10 terrorists, in aerial strikes, confiscate terror funds, in counterterror operations in Judea and Samaria.

50 terrorists arrested, 10 eliminated, in Judea and Samaria

Ten IDF soldiers injured after rocket explodes at base

Three soldiers moderately wounded, seven lightly wounded, when rocket explodes during instruction session at IDF training base in southern Israel.

Ten IDF soldiers injured after rocket explodes at base

Police and ISA reveal:

Police and ISA reveal: Minor planned to join ISIS, began making explosives

Bedouin Arab minor, age 16, arrested for planning to join ISIS, preparing explosives for use in terror attacks.

Police and ISA reveal: Minor planned to join ISIS, began making explosives

6 terrorists eliminated in airstrike in Jenin

PA health authorities report 6 dead and several injured in Israeli strike in Jenin, the first such Israeli action in Jenin since the PA began its operations against terrorists in the city.

6 terrorists eliminated in airstrike in Jenin

Shechem:

Shechem: Two terrorists arrested en route to attack

Imminent attack foiled: Security forces apprehended two terrorists armed with fully loaded M-16 assault rifles and in possession of tactical vests and facemasks.

Shechem: Two terrorists arrested en route to attack

ISA recommends alternative to detention for Ari Rosenfeld

The prosecution today accepted the ISA's position that Ari Rosenfeld is not dangerous: "The danger posed has diminished and he can be released to house arrest."

ISA recommends alternative to detention for Ari Rosenfeld

Alexander, Danila, Yahav, and Eliav fell in battle in Gaza

Three soldiers from the 931st Battalion of the Nahal Brigade, and one soldier from the 79th Battalion of 14th 'Machatz' Brigade, fell in battle in Gaza.

Alexander, Danila, Yahav, and Eliav fell in battle in Gaza

IDF publishes investigation into suspected friendly fire deaths

A newly published report indicates that Tomer and Dikla Arava were likely killed by IDF fire during the battle for their town of Nahal Oz in the October 7th massacre.

IDF publishes investigation into suspected friendly fire deaths

Amb. Danon to Arutz Sheva:

Amb. Danon to Arutz Sheva:

Israeli Amb. to the UN speaks with Arutz Sheva about Israel's expectations for the incoming Trump Administration and what he believes Trump's threats that Hamas must release the hostages before he takes office mean.

Amb. Danon to Arutz Sheva:

Defense Minister:

Defense Minister: 'Growing Iranian threat in Judea and Samaria'

Defense Minister Israel Katz met with governors of Judea and Samaria and told them 'We are seeing steadily growing threats to Judea and Samaria from the Iranian axis.'

Defense Minister: 'Growing Iranian threat in Judea and Samaria'

Three terrorists eliminated in aerial attack in northern Samaria

IDF identifies three terrorists attempting to plant explosives, eliminates them in aerial strike.

Three terrorists eliminated in aerial attack in northern Samaria

Chief of Staff:

Chief of Staff: 'We'll lay hands on the terrorists, the clock is ticking'

IDF Chief of the General Staff arrives at scene of Samaria terror attack, warns, 'We'll intensify and continue our war against terrorism in Judea and Samaria.'

Chief of Staff: 'We'll lay hands on the terrorists, the clock is ticking'

Beit Hanoun:

Two Nahal Brigade soldiers seriously injured in battle in Beit Hanoun

Two soldiers in the Reconnaissance Battalion of the Nahal Brigade severely injured during combat, IDF reports.

Two Nahal Brigade soldiers seriously injured in battle in Beit Hanoun

Barcelona:

'Barcelona community getting stronger despite challenges,' says Rabbi David Libersohn.

Rabbi David Libersohn, Chabad emissary in Barcelona, talks about lighting Hanukkah candles in the city's main square and other Jewish activities, alongside caution and concern about antisemitism.

'Barcelona community getting stronger despite challenges,' says Rabbi David Libersohn.

Samaria:

Samaria: Israeli troops kill suspect, find explosives lab in his house

The suspect, a former PA intelligence officer, attempted to flee and fired at Israeli forces. The Israeli forces returned fire, neutralizing him.

Samaria: Israeli troops kill suspect, find explosives lab in his house

Confirmed:

Confirmed: Stabbing of elderly woman was terror attack

The culprit knew the victim beforehand and attacked her in her own home.

Confirmed: Stabbing of elderly woman was terror attack

IDF forces clash with armed terrorists in Shechem

Terrorists hurl explosive devices, firebombs, at IDF forces during counterterror operation in Shechem.

IDF forces clash with armed terrorists in Shechem

Sirens in Kibbutz Be'eri caused by shoulder-fired missile

Sirens in Kibbutz Be'eri set off as precautionary measure after Hamas terrorists launched missile towards IAF helicopter, IDF explains.

Sirens in Kibbutz Be'eri caused by shoulder-fired missile

Hamas Internal Security chief eliminated

Hassam Shahwan, head of Hamas Internal Security Forces in the southern Gaza Strip, hid among the civilian population in Khan Yunis and was eliminated by the IAF.

Hamas Internal Security chief eliminated