Yoni Kempinski

Yoni Kempinski

Editor of Israel National News

News by Yoni Kempinski

2 new IDF divisions

New IDF AI Division and Spectrum & Communications Division

The IDF’s C4I Corps is undergoing a major organizational overhaul, including the establishment of an AI Division that will develop information and real-time systems.

New IDF AI Division and Spectrum & Communications Division

New footage:

New footage: IDF troops hunt down terrorists in eastern Rafah

IDF continues to combat the terror tunnels in the Israeli-controlled area in southern Gaza, eliminating over 40 terrorists who were hiding underground over the past week alone.

New footage: IDF troops hunt down terrorists in eastern Rafah

Nine terrorists eliminated in east Rafah tunnel

IDF locates and eliminates nine additional terrorists in underground terror infrastructure in eastern Rafah.

Nine terrorists eliminated in east Rafah tunnel

Rafah: Terrorists exiting tunnel eliminated in aerial strike

IDF publishes footage of terrorist eliminations in Rafah, stressing operation to locate local terror cells is ongoing.

Rafah: Terrorists exiting tunnel eliminated in aerial strike

'Act with vigor and courage'

'Act with vigor and courage' | Central Command head's message to soldiers & special forces

Following the elimination of the terrorist who murdered Gideon Perry, Central Command head sent a message to the soldiers: 'All murderers in the sector have been arrested or eliminated.'

'Act with vigor and courage' | Central Command head's message to soldiers & special forces

IDF general staff exercise simulates multi-front war

IDF: Assessment of readiness for a wide range of scenarios: Footage from the General Staff ‘Magen Oz’ exercise

IDF general staff exercise simulates multi-front war

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Watch: The moment the terrorist who killed two soldiers was eliminated

The police have released footage from the Yamam operation in which Ala Raouf Shetiyya, who murdered two IDF soldiers in a ramming attack, was eliminated.

Watch: The moment the terrorist who killed two soldiers was eliminated

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Watch: IDF reserve brigade uncovers weapons cache in southern Syria

Fighters from the 55th reserve Brigade are currently operating on the Syrian border, where they located and destroyed rocket and RPG components.

Watch: IDF reserve brigade uncovers weapons cache in southern Syria

Eric Adams to Arutz Sheva:

Eric Adams to Arutz Sheva: Jews shouldn't leave New York, I understand their fear

In a special interview during his visit to Israel, outgoing mayor Eric Adams warns against Mamdani's new policies, urges Jews not to abandon New York, and insists they 'stand their ground,' as he vows to keep fighting hatred.

Eric Adams to Arutz Sheva: Jews shouldn't leave New York, I understand their fear

In nighttime operation:

In nighttime operation: IDF troops dismantle Hezbollah terror sites in southern Lebanon

IDF's 91st Division targets Hezbollah’s establishment efforts, with forces locating weapons, striking five terrorist targets, and eliminating three terrorists.

In nighttime operation: IDF troops dismantle Hezbollah terror sites in southern Lebanon

Watch: IDF thwarts terror across Judea and Samaria

IDF forces dismantle terrorist infrastructure in Judea and Samaria, resulting in the arrest of numerous suspects and the seizure of weapons.

Watch: IDF thwarts terror across Judea and Samaria

Nordic Youth Party Leader:

Nordic Youth Party Leader: 'This is your country, this is your right'

Nordic youth leader Markus Glennmo tells Arutz Sheva that the delegation is visiting Israel to learn about the country’s security challenges from the north to the Gaza envelope.

Nordic Youth Party Leader: 'This is your country, this is your right'

IDF announces widescale exercise in Judea and Samaria

IDF launches three-day exercise simulating wide range of escalation scenarios in Judea, Samaria, and Jordan Valley.

IDF announces widescale exercise in Judea and Samaria

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Watch: 11 years ago and today, neighbors sing outside the Goldins' home

Hundreds gathered in Kfar Saba to support the Goldin family after the body of Lt. Hadar Goldin was returned, marking the end of an 11-year ordeal in Hamas captivity.

Watch: 11 years ago and today, neighbors sing outside the Goldins' home

Givati Recon Commander:

Givati Recon Commander: We fought to bring Hadar home - a powerful, emotional closure

At a battalion gathering of the Givati Reconnaissance Unit, attended by brigade commanders and soldiers, the return of Hadar Goldin for burial in Israel is marked as a moment of closure.

Givati Recon Commander: We fought to bring Hadar home - a powerful, emotional closure

IDF demolishes home of terrorist who murdered Tze’ela and her son

IDF forces demolish the home of Maher Samara, a member of the cell who murdered Tze’ela Gez and her son, Ravid Chaim.

IDF demolishes home of terrorist who murdered Tze’ela and her son

Goldin family issues emotional statement after 11‑year wait

Following Lt . Hadar Goldin’s return after more than 11 years in Hamas captivity, his family said they fought for friendship, burial in Israel, and dignity.

Goldin family issues emotional statement after 11‑year wait

Hadar's Comrade:

Hadar's Comrade: 'Until Hadar is back, Operation Protective Edge is not over'

Elhai Refua, a close friend of Hadar Goldin, describes the moment he learned of Hadar's abduction during Operation Protective Edge in an interview with Arutz Sheva.

Hadar's Comrade: 'Until Hadar is back, Operation Protective Edge is not over'

Jamie Geller to Arutz Sheva:

Jamie Geller is encouraged by 'the post-Oct. 7 great Jewish awakening'

Special interview with Jamie Geller. 'Antisemitism hasn't abated, but resilience is in Jewish DNA'

Jamie Geller is encouraged by 'the post-Oct. 7 great Jewish awakening'

‘The Troll’ eliminated: Former hostage responds

Segev Kalfon reacts to the elimination of the terrorist known as “The Troll,” who held him captive during his time in Hamas captivity. “A bullet that kills a terrorist doesn’t close the story.”

‘The Troll’ eliminated: Former hostage responds

No ceasefire for antisemitism

No ceasefire for antisemitism: Rioters disrupt IDF soldiers-students event in Canada

The organization 'Students Supporting Israel' held a meeting in Toronto between IDF soldiers and students. Rioters who heard about the meeting tried to break into the building.

No ceasefire for antisemitism: Rioters disrupt IDF soldiers-students event in Canada

MK Almog Cohen to Arutz Sheva:

MK Almog Cohen to Arutz Sheva: Military Advocate General is a criminal; arrest the A-G

In an interview with Arutz Sheva-Israel National News, MK Almog Cohen urges no leniency for ousted Military Advocate General Yifat Tomer-Yerushalmi, declaring: “She didn’t take responsibility - she was caught.”

MK Almog Cohen to Arutz Sheva: Military Advocate General is a criminal; arrest the A-G

Ofir Akunis:

Ofir Akunis: Rabin opposed a Palestinian state

Israel’s Consul General in New York, Ofir Akunis: “The assassination of Prime Minister Yitzhak Rabin is a dark day in the history of the Jewish people and the State of Israel.”

Ofir Akunis: Rabin opposed a Palestinian state

New details emerge on rescue operation in which Sahar Baruch was killed

As Sahar Baruch’s body is returned to Israel under the terms of the agreement, new details surface about the failed rescue operation. A military probe has not determined whether he was killed by Hamas or IDF fire.

New details emerge on rescue operation in which Sahar Baruch was killed

Special interview

Special interview: How Hungary stands against the anti-Israel tide in Europe

Miklós Szánthó, Director General of the Center for Fundamental Rights in Hungary, spoke to Arutz Sheva - Israel National News at the International Pro-Israel Summit in Budapest about Hungary's continued pro-Israel stance in an increasingly anti-Israel EU.

Special interview: How Hungary stands against the anti-Israel tide in Europe

'Deterrence Works':

'Deterrence Works': How Ofer Prison creates deterrence against security prisoners

Lieutenant Colonel Vadim Goldstein, commander of Ofer Prison, describes the daily and complex handling of terrorists and explains how deterrence is created against them.

'Deterrence Works': How Ofer Prison creates deterrence against security prisoners

Uproar over Yair Netanyahu's new position at World Zionist Organization board

Yair Netanyahu, son of the Prime Minister, nominated to serve as chairman of the WZO's Public Diplomacy Department. The appointment, promoted by Minister Miki Zohar, sparks backlash from the opposition and, for now, has been postponed by two weeks.

Uproar over Yair Netanyahu's new position at World Zionist Organization board

Elan Carr to Arutz Sheva

Elan Carr to Arutz Sheva: Mamdani victory could spell period where Jews are unsafe

Israeli-American Council CEO and former US Special Envoy to Combat Antisemitism warns that anti-Zionist and anti-American indoctrination in US education is producing people with antisemitic beliefs.

Elan Carr to Arutz Sheva: Mamdani victory could spell period where Jews are unsafe

Arutz Sheva Exclusive:

Arutz Sheva Exclusive: Israeli attacked in New York recounts his ordeal

Rami Glickstein, visiting New York for a short family trip, recounted the terrifying moments he experienced when he was violently assaulted in a blatant antisemitic attack just steps away from a Jewish restaurant in Manhattan.

Arutz Sheva Exclusive: Israeli attacked in New York recounts his ordeal

Dov Hikind to Arutz Sheva:

Dov Hikind to Arutz Sheva: Mamdani win would be victory for Hamas

Dov Hikind tells Arutz Sheva-Israel National News that antisemitism in NYC is at its worst and urges voters to defeat Mamdani, saying his win would be a victory for Hamas.

Dov Hikind to Arutz Sheva: Mamdani win would be victory for Hamas

Due to security threats:

Rabbis’ gathering in Azerbaijan canceled after security alerts

The Conference of European Rabbis canceled its planned gathering in Baku after concrete security alerts and online threats from Azerbaijanis in Turkey and Iran opposing the event.

Rabbis’ gathering in Azerbaijan canceled after security alerts

Two years of war - through the lens of a camera

Two years after IDF ground forces entered Gaza following the October 7 massacre, IDF publishes new footage of the forces on the ground.

Two years of war - through the lens of a camera

Maoz chairman Jeffrey Swartz

Maoz chair Jeffrey Swartz: '1.5 million new Olim will transform Israel'

Maoz chairman Jeffrey Swartz speaks with Arutz Sheva at special Ministry of Immigration conference. "Before a light unto the nations, we need a light in the nation".

Maoz chair Jeffrey Swartz: '1.5 million new Olim will transform Israel'

Chief of Staff to soldiers: 'Go back to training for war'

IDF Chief of Staff Eyal Zamir attends training session of the 91st Division, warns soldiers to 'go back to training and improving readiness for war.'

Chief of Staff to soldiers: 'Go back to training for war'

MK Malinovsky to Arutz Sheva:

MK Yulia Malinovsky to Arutz Sheva: Advancing legislation to prosecute Nukhba terrorists

MK Yulia Malinovsky of Yisrael Beytenu speaks with Arutz Sheva-Israel National News at the Knesset about promoting legislation that would enable the prosecution of Nukhba terrorists imprisoned in Israel.

MK Yulia Malinovsky to Arutz Sheva: Advancing legislation to prosecute Nukhba terrorists

MK Ohad Tal to Arutz Sheva:

MK Ohad Tal to Arutz Sheva: Advance sovereignty, even if the US disapproves

MK Ohad Tal of the Religious Zionist Party urges the Knesset to use its winter session to promote the application of Israeli sovereignty in Judea and Samaria.

MK Ohad Tal to Arutz Sheva: Advance sovereignty, even if the US disapproves

Chief of Staff Eyal Zamir:

Chief of Staff: 'Mission is not over, we still have challenges in Judea and Samaria'

The Chief of Staff, Maj. Gen. Eyal Zamir, visited the Central Command, spoke with the brigade commanders, praised the forces and warned of possible developments.

Chief of Staff: 'Mission is not over, we still have challenges in Judea and Samaria'

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Watch: IDF troops dismantle Hezbollah posts on Lebanon-Israel border

Troops from the 810th Brigade dismantled posts belonging to the Hezbollah terrorist organization in the Har Dov area.

Watch: IDF troops dismantle Hezbollah posts on Lebanon-Israel border

Minister Gamliel to Arutz Sheva:

Minister Gila Gamliel to Arutz Sheva: Trump deal opens door to encouraging emigration

Minister Gamliel urges giving the Trump deal a chance, saying it holds potential to fulfill all of Israel’s objectives.

Minister Gila Gamliel to Arutz Sheva: Trump deal opens door to encouraging emigration

MK Woldiger to Arutz Sheva:

MK Michal Woldiger to Arutz Sheva: We erred in implementing the agreement with Hamas

MK Woldiger criticizes Israel’s fulfillment of its part in the agreement with Hamas before the return of all hostages, and the weak response to its violation.

MK Michal Woldiger to Arutz Sheva: We erred in implementing the agreement with Hamas