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Final hostage's brother completes police commander's course

The Israel Police commissioned 185 new officers at a ceremony in Beit Shemesh, where Commissioner Daniel Levi paid special tribute to Omri Gvili, whose brother Ran was the final hostage recovered from Gaza.

Final hostage's brother completes police commander's course

Behind the operation:

IDF shifts strategy, targets traffickers behind infiltrations

The Efraim Brigade arrested about 30 suspects in a large-scale operation targeting the trafficking networks that facilitate illegal entry into Israel.

IDF shifts strategy, targets traffickers behind infiltrations

IDF demolishes strategic Palestinian buildings in Samaria

The Civil Administration demolished several large unauthorized Palestinian structures in northern Samaria following the weekend's deadly terror attacks.

IDF demolishes strategic Palestinian buildings in Samaria

Second day in a row

Drone intercepted in Jordan border area

IAF intercepts a drone at the Jordan border that did not cross into Israel, for the second day in a row.

Drone intercepted in Jordan border area

Four days after attack

Palestinian Arab workers returning to Judea and Samaria

Four days after the fatal attack near Havat Gilad, the IDF announces that Palestinian Arab workers will be re-permitted into Israeli communities across Judea and Samaria starting on Tuesday.

Palestinian Arab workers returning to Judea and Samaria

Near Eli

17-year-old hit by Palestinian Arab vehicle during demonstration

17-year-old struck by a Palestinian Arab vehicle during a protest at the Eli Junction. IDF says the vehicle lost control after rocks were thrown towards it.

17-year-old hit by Palestinian Arab vehicle during demonstration

Gazan doctor bound with socks by fellow inmates

A report says fellow inmates tied up the Gazan doctor after accusing him of monitoring prison staff in a way they feared could bring collective punishment.

Gazan doctor bound with socks by fellow inmates

IDF eliminates terrorist involved in hostage release

The IDF said it eliminated an Islamic Jihad Nukhba terrorist involved in an Israeli hostage's release and a Hamas commander in separate Gaza strikes.

IDF eliminates terrorist involved in hostage release

Four terrorists arrested

Footage shows attack and theft of soldier's weapon in Susya

Security forces arrest four terrorists who were involved in the assault on an off-duty IDF soldier and the theft of his weapon over the weekend.

Footage shows attack and theft of soldier's weapon in Susya

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Inside one of Hamas's remaining tunnels in Gaza

IDF troops, under the command of the 99th Division, destroyed a tunnel route stretching hundreds of meters under northern Gaza.

Inside one of Hamas's remaining tunnels in Gaza

IDF continues to deal blows to Hamas in central Gaza

IDF strike in Deir al-Balah ends the life of Wael Musa Khaled Ladawi, the Head of Hamas' Internal Security in the Central Gaza Strip

IDF continues to deal blows to Hamas in central Gaza

Two Israelis detained after crossing into Syria from Mount Hermon

Two Israeli civilians cross border into Syrian territory, are located by IDF troops, returned to Israel, and detained.

Two Israelis detained after crossing into Syria from Mount Hermon

Bennett: I will declare Qatar an enemy state

Bennett sharply attacked Qatar at the INSS conference on national security and declared that if he heads the next government, he will declare it an enemy state.

Bennett: I will declare Qatar an enemy state

Joint Ops & Counterterror efforts

Shin Bet Chief Zini makes 1st official visit to YAMAM

The head of the Shin Bet paid his first official working visit to the Border Police National Counter-Terrorism Unit and agreed to deepen operational and technological coordination.

Shin Bet Chief Zini makes 1st official visit to YAMAM

IDF intercepts two UAVs on Israel-Jordan border

Two UAVs intercepted near Israel-Jordan border; IDF investigating.

IDF intercepts two UAVs on Israel-Jordan border

Military backtracks

IDF knew of hike before deadly terror attack

The IDF acknowledged it knew of the unauthorized hike before the terror attack but did not stop it or provide security, according to a report.

IDF knew of hike before deadly terror attack

Jerusalem man indicted for firework attack on police

The Jerusalem District Attorney's Office filed a complainant's statement on Sunday with the Jerusalem Magistrates' Court against a 20-year-old Arab resident of the Silwan neighborhood for hitting a police officer with fireworks.

Jerusalem man indicted for firework attack on police

Judea and Samaria:

IDF launches massive crackdown to stop escalation

Following last week's terror attacks, the IDF arrested more than 130 wanted suspects and tightened security measures across Judea and Samaria.

IDF launches massive crackdown to stop escalation

'You were an angel'

Major Yuval Ezra laid to rest

Major Yuval Ezra, laid to rest after being murdered in the shooting attack near Havat Gilad, remembered as an influential and beloved figure by many.

Major Yuval Ezra laid to rest

IDF eliminates Hamas Central Camps UAV cell commander

Hamam Eid was responsible for the production of UAVs for the Hamas terrorist organization in the central camps, intended to harm Israeli civilians and IDF troops.

IDF eliminates Hamas Central Camps UAV cell commander

Cabinet gives Board of Peace green light to enter Gaza

The Security Cabinet approved a pilot placing parts of Gaza under a Palestinian Arab technocratic government, backed by a multinational force and strict security screening.

Cabinet gives Board of Peace green light to enter Gaza

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Suspect gets a wake-up call from undercover officers

Hundreds of Border Police officers arrested dozens of suspects in a major Judea and Samaria operation following the deadly terrorist attacks near Havat Gilad.

Suspect gets a wake-up call from undercover officers

Ben Gvir: "We must return to targeted killings"

In the discussion, ministers demanded a stricter response and a change in the opening fire instructions.

Ben Gvir: "We must return to targeted killings"

Netanyahu

'We're prepared to act on broader scale against terrorist nests'

At the beginning of the cabinet meeting, the Prime Minister said that he would meet with President Trump in Washington.

'We're prepared to act on broader scale against terrorist nests'

'So no Jews remain there'

Incitement suspect arrested; M16 magazines and cash found in home

Northern District police arrested a 39-year-old Maghar resident suspected of incitement after allegedly posting an inflammatory comment on social media following the Havat Gilad attack.

Incitement suspect arrested; M16 magazines and cash found in home

Defense officials warn of potential Intifada in Judea and Samaria

Security officials say they are detecting a shift in Arab behavior and are warning of the possibility of a broad popular uprising following the terrorist attacks over the past week.

Defense officials warn of potential Intifada in Judea and Samaria

Outcry over IDF dismissal:

Minister Smotrich calls on IDF Chief to revoke punishment

Minister Smotrich appeals to IDF Chief following dismissal of soldier who posted video supporting his party: 'Punishment is disproportionate. Reinstate soldier to active service.'

Minister Smotrich calls on IDF Chief to revoke punishment

Homes of Samaria terrorists prepared for demolition

IDF and Shin Bet map the homes of the terrorists who carried out Friday's attack in Samaria. The mapping serves as a preliminary step ahead of sealing and demolishing the structures.

Homes of Samaria terrorists prepared for demolition

Arab Telegram channels call to prepare for clashes with Israelis

Messages circulating on Palestinian Arab Telegram channels have called on residents of Shechem and surrounding villages to prepare for potential confrontations with Israelis and IDF operations following recent terrorist attacks in the area.

Arab Telegram channels call to prepare for clashes with Israelis

Israel remains on high alert despite pause in Iran strikes

For the first time in 13 nights, the United States did not attack Iran, but Israel is preparing for escalation.

Israel remains on high alert despite pause in Iran strikes

IDF kills October 7 Nukhba commander who infiltrated Kissufim

IDF announceד elimination of Hamas Nukhba commander who participated in the October 7 massacre in Kissufim, two other senior terrorists involved in planning attacks.

IDF kills October 7 Nukhba commander who infiltrated Kissufim

Weapon stolen from farm owner in Susya

Jewish farmer moderately injured in clashes near Hebron; IDF soldiers pursuing terrorists who escaped towards Yata.

Weapon stolen from farm owner in Susya

IDF: Over 70 wanted suspects arrested across Judea and Samaria

Israeli security forces arrest over 70 wanted terror suspects in overnight raids across Judea and Samaria, including Hamas operatives, arms traffickers, and suspects accused of planning attacks.

IDF: Over 70 wanted suspects arrested across Judea and Samaria

IDF strikes Hamas weapons sites after ceasefire violations

IDF, ISA, destroy weapons depots, manufacturing site, and underground terror infrastructure across Gaza, after Hamas rebuilds military capabilities, prepares attacks.

IDF strikes Hamas weapons sites after ceasefire violations

Murdered near Havat Gilad:

Benayahu and Yuval were murdered while rushing to save hikers

Benayahu Melet, 32, a member of Havat Gilad's emergency response team and father of two, and Yuval Ezra, 27, Artillery Battery Commander in the 411th Battalion, fatally shot after rushing to rescue hikers during terror attack near the community.

Benayahu and Yuval were murdered while rushing to save hikers

IDF prepares major counterterrorism operation

Central Command chief MG Avi Bluth tells community leaders that troops are working to apprehend all terrorists involved in the attack near Tel and prevent further escalation across Judea and Samaria.

IDF prepares major counterterrorism operation

Daring operation in the heart of Nablus

Duvdevan troops arrest two terrorists at Nablus hospital after Tel attack.

Daring operation in the heart of Nablus

MK Tzvi Succot:

'The state, not private citizens, must initiate revenge'

MK Tzvi Succot eulogized Benayahu Melet and called for a harsh response against the residents of the nearby village: 'People are furious; there must be a painful response.'

'The state, not private citizens, must initiate revenge'

Netanyahu orders sweeping crackdown after deadly Samaria attack

Following the deadly Samaria terror attack, Netanyahu and Katz ordered tougher counterterrorism measures, including demolishing the terrorist's home, reinforcing IDF forces, and expanding operations in the area.

Netanyahu orders sweeping crackdown after deadly Samaria attack

Ousted Yitzhar security coordinator criticizes Council head

Dismissed Yitzhar security coordinator accuses Samaria Regional Council head over delayed response to attack.

Ousted Yitzhar security coordinator criticizes Council head

IDF preparing for major Samaria operation

IDF reinforces forces, freezes leave, preparing broad operation after deadly Havat Gilad terror attack.

IDF preparing for major Samaria operation

Smotrich: Build a new community where terrorists struck

Following deadly Samaria terror attack, Finance Minister Bezalel Smotrich calls for sweeping military action, evacuation of terror hotspots, and a new community near the attack site.

Smotrich: Build a new community where terrorists struck

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Terrorist snatches security officer's weapon before deadly attack

Dramatic footage shows moment terrorist seized Havat Gilad security coordinator's weapon and opened fire, killing Benayahu Melet and wounding three others.

Terrorist snatches security officer's weapon before deadly attack

Hikers: Soldiers refused to fire during deadly Samaria attack

Hikers targeted by Palestinian Arab terrorists say first soldiers to reach the scene did not open fire as they came under attack, terrorists seized weapon before troops responded.

Hikers: Soldiers refused to fire during deadly Samaria attack

IDF reinforces Samaria as manhunt continues after deadly attack

IDF Chief of Staff Eyal Zamir orders reinforcements following deadly shooting attack near Havat Gilad, vows to capture all terrorists involved.

IDF reinforces Samaria as manhunt continues after deadly attack

Near Havat Gilad:

Terrorist seizes weapon, killing one and wounding others

Palestinian Arab terrorist seizes local security coordinator's weapon, opens fire in Samaria, killing one Jew and wounding others.

Terrorist seizes weapon, killing one and wounding others

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How IDF soldiers celebrate a new daughter

IDF soldiers operating in the security zone in southern Lebanon paused an operational mission to celebrate the birth of a fellow soldier's daughter before carrying out the destruction of terrorist infrastructure.

How IDF soldiers celebrate a new daughter

Defense Minister Katz

"If Iran attacks Israel, it will suffer a crushing blow"

Defense Minister Israel Katz held a security consultation with the Chief of Staff and senior security officials, and clarified: "We are preparing for every possibility."

"If Iran attacks Israel, it will suffer a crushing blow"

Mossad reveals

Iranian terror plot to assassinate Israeli officials foiled

The Mossad, in cooperation with the Shin Bet and foreign intelligence services, revealed the thwarting of an attempt by the Iranian Intelligence Ministry to infiltrate a terror cell into Israel

Iranian terror plot to assassinate Israeli officials foiled

MK Saada

'We're approaching an attack on Iran, perhaps this weekend'

Likud MK Moshe Saada says in interview that it is 'known' that preparations for an attack on Iran are underway.

'We're approaching an attack on Iran, perhaps this weekend'

2 attacks in 1 day

Israeli stabbed in terrorist attack in Samaria

An Israeli was moderately wounded in his leg in a stabbing attack carried out by the assailant near Ganim in northern Samaria.

Israeli stabbed in terrorist attack in Samaria

October 7 terrorist eliminated in Gaza strike

Hamas naval terrorist who infiltrated Israel during the October 7 massacre eliminated in northern Gaza airstrike, along with two additional terrorists.

October 7 terrorist eliminated in Gaza strike

Man severely wounded in stabbing attack in Samaria

Itamar Cohen, 51, one of the founders of the agricultural farm movement in Judea and Samaria, was evacuated to hospital after being stabbed near Elon Moreh. Terrorists neutralized.

Man severely wounded in stabbing attack in Samaria

Havat Gilad fire suspects released

Two PA policemen arrested over the Havat Gilad fire were released as investigators continued searching for the person who discarded the cigarette that is thought to have started the blaze.

Havat Gilad fire suspects released

Israel braces for possible Iranian strike this weekend

As US intensifies its military campaign against Iran, Israeli defense officials prepare for possibility of an Iranian attack as early as this weekend.

Israel braces for possible Iranian strike this weekend

Israel braces for possible Iran escalation

IDF places troops on heightened alert as Israel prepares for possibility US-Iran conflict could spill over.

Israel braces for possible Iran escalation