Defense/Security (Page 2)


Smotrich to Arutz Sheva

'In the end, we’ll achieve far more than the war’s goals'

Finance Minister admits that he is not satisfied with the recent moves in Gaza but estimates that Israel is making progress towards achieving the goals that were set for the war.

'In the end, we’ll achieve far more than the war’s goals'

Minister Amichai Eliyahu

'The hostages matter, but only victory will bring them back'

Heritage Minister responds in interview with Arutz Sheva to the criticism of his call to redefine the remaining hostages as "prisoners of war."

'The hostages matter, but only victory will bring them back'

Binyamin region:

Jewish teen shot by security forces during forced evacuation

Teen, 15, wounded in upper body after Border Police open fire during evacuation of Tzur Harel.

Jewish teen shot by security forces during forced evacuation

Mid-air malfunction

Fuel tank from a fighter jet found on Israeli beach

Fighter jet jettisons fuel tanks off Ashkelon coast due to technical issue; one tank later found on shore, no injuries reported.

Fuel tank from a fighter jet found on Israeli beach

New battalion established in IDF Rescue Brigade

The IDF has officially launched a fifth battalion within its Rescue Brigade on Wednesday, in response to a significant increase in enlistment motivation following Operation Rising Lion.

New battalion established in IDF Rescue Brigade

The brink of strategic shift?

Dramatic options before the Cabinet

Netanyahu is expected to convene a critical discussion on Gaza strategy. Among the options: a ground maneuver in central Gaza and isolating the population from Hamas.

Dramatic options before the Cabinet

Sirens in Jerusalem

Missile launched at Israel from Yemen

Sirens also sound in parts of central Israel following Houthi missile attack. The missile was intercepted.

Missile launched at Israel from Yemen

MK Zvi Sukkot receives severe threat letter

After receiving a letter threatening to harm his family and demanding that he vote against the government, MK Zvi Sukkot calls on the Shin Bet to act before harm is done.

MK Zvi Sukkot receives severe threat letter

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Golani fighters uncovered a terror tunnel one kilometer long

During an operation in Khan Yunis, Golani Brigade fighters and Yamam uncover a Hamas tunnel containing explosives, rifles, and RPG missiles.

Golani fighters uncovered a terror tunnel one kilometer long

Netanyahu to hostage families

'There's 1 big obstacle - Hamas'

PM releases video addressing the families of the remaining hostages in which he blames Hamas for their continued captivity. 'Since the return of the delegation from Qatar, we have not stopped trying.'

'There's 1 big obstacle - Hamas'

Watch:

Duvdevan elite soldiers arrest terrorists who planned to attack

Over the past month Duvdevan Unit fighters and Shin Bet arrested 12 terrorists who were planning to carry out attacks in Judea and Samaria. Watch footage from one of the arrests.

Duvdevan elite soldiers arrest terrorists who planned to attack

IDF assessment

Northern Arrows crippled Hezbollah’s capabilities

The IDF reports that Operation Northern Arrows significantly damaged Hezbollah’s operational readiness and severely reduced the group’s ability to launch indirect fire at Israel — all while enabling most northern Israeli residents to return home.

Northern Arrows crippled Hezbollah’s capabilities

Hamas calls for escalated global protests against Israel

Hamas is attempting to leverage the success of the starvation campaign in Gaza to escalate protest activities against Israel worldwide.

Hamas calls for escalated global protests against Israel

Gilad Erdan: The massacre was borne out of the Disengagement

Former Minister Erdan sees a clear connection between the Disengagement 20 years ago and the strengthening of Hamas before October 7 and is certain that no Muslim entity could take Hamas' place.

Gilad Erdan: The massacre was borne out of the Disengagement

Defense Min on day after

'We need the IDF to be around & Inside Gaza'

Defense Minister Israel Katz outlines his vision for the day after the war in Gaza: "The goal is to defeat Hamas; we need to be responsible for security in Gaza."

'We need the IDF to be around & Inside Gaza'

IDF

52 aid packages airdropped into Gaza

Over the past few hours, 52 aid packages, containing food for the residents of both the southern and northern Gaza Strip, were airdropped.

52 aid packages airdropped into Gaza

Watch:

IDF destroys weapons storage facility in Gaza

IDF troops eliminated several terrorists who posed a threat, while the IAF targeted terrorist infrastructure and multiple weapons storage facilities over the past day.

IDF destroys weapons storage facility in Gaza

Watch:

Hamas caught on camera looting aid, blocking relief to Gazans

Video shows armed Hamas operatives seizing humanitarian supplies meant for civilians; IDF says terror group is blocking aid distribution in Gaza.

Hamas caught on camera looting aid, blocking relief to Gazans

Security Cabinet meets, makes no decisions on Gaza operations

Limited forum reviews IDF plans but defers decisions; further meetings expected this week.

Security Cabinet meets, makes no decisions on Gaza operations

IDF orders removal of missionary materials from bases

Following Or L'Achim warning, IDF issues directive to purge and prevent missionary flyers included in gifts to soldiers; protocols to be reinforced across all units.

IDF orders removal of missionary materials from bases

Israel suspects

Qatar behind Hamas 'starvation' propaganda campaign

Officials in Israel believe that Qatar is leading a Hamas propaganda campaign about "starvation in Gaza," which is receiving wide international attention.

Qatar behind Hamas 'starvation' propaganda campaign

Police investigating

Woman wounded at Western Wall as bullet lands in Prayer Plaza

Police launch investigation after woman in her 50s injured while sitting in women's section by what is thought to be a stray bullet.

Woman wounded at Western Wall as bullet lands in Prayer Plaza

Rehovot:

Elderly man injured in Iranian missile strike dies

ZAKA volunteers had rescued the man from the rubble after Iranian missile strike in June; death toll from Rehovot attack rises to two.

Elderly man injured in Iranian missile strike dies

Sderot Mayor

'Anyone who imagines a deal with Hamas doesn't live in reality'

Mayor Alon Davidi visits 'victory' protest encampment of wounded war veterans, says "We were promised security and a new Middle East with the Disengagement—what we got was rockets and terrorists in the streets."

'Anyone who imagines a deal with Hamas doesn't live in reality'

Jabaliya

Terror tunnel found near Gaza school

Forces from the 401st Brigade raid building that previously served as the "Al-Rafai" school, weapons that had been hidden at the site were located and a 400-meter long tunnel was dismantled.

Terror tunnel found near Gaza school

Netanyahu:

'We have a job to finish, eliminating Hamas & returning hostages'

PM visits IDF Intelligence Directorate, says defeating Hamas and returning the hostages are 'two interlinked goals.'

'We have a job to finish, eliminating Hamas & returning hostages'

Starvation?

Photos show Gaza market full of goods, locals shopping freely

Photographer documents al-Sahaba Market filled with Israeli produce, canned goods, and customers paying in shekels, amid claims of starvation and famine.

Photos show Gaza market full of goods, locals shopping freely

IDF Spokesperson reveals

Hamas terrorists enjoy fresh meat, vegetables, and desserts

IDF Arabic Spokesman Lt. Col. Avichay Adraee has released new footage refuting Hamas’ claims of starvation and illustrating the abundance of food found in the terror group’s tunnels.

Hamas terrorists enjoy fresh meat, vegetables, and desserts

Heartbreaking:

IDF reservist found dead

Ariel Meir Taman, IDF reservist and father of four who served since October 7 identifying bodies is found lifeless in Ofakim.

IDF reservist found dead

Hamas leader: Israel is wasting time

Hamas leader in Gaza Khalil al-Hayya accuses Israel of derailing negotiations and targeting civilians, calls on Arab world to act.

Hamas leader: Israel is wasting time

MK Moshe Saada:

'We are a crazy nation that is giving food to its enemy

MK Moshe Saada attacks increased aid to Gaza: ‘An immoral and unethical policy—arming the enemy to fight our children.’

'We are a crazy nation that is giving food to its enemy

10/7 battle in Sufa:

IDF failed, civilians prevented massacre

IDF failed to defend Sufa, but military and civilian forces prevented a massacre. Full investigation report revealed.

IDF failed, civilians prevented massacre

The US pressure that forced Israel to change its aid policy

Israel increased humanitarian aid, agreed to unilateral ceasefires, due to mounting pressure from the US and UN, despite potential harm to war effort and loss of leverage in hostage release negotiations, report says.

The US pressure that forced Israel to change its aid policy

Elderly flotilla participant hid hashish in her underwear

Following the interception of the Handala flotilla, a woman in her 70s who participated in the flotilla was found to be carrying 21 units of hashish on her person.

Elderly flotilla participant hid hashish in her underwear

'Prepare for any scenario'

Report: Hezbollah raises military alert level

Hezbollah terror group preparing for military escalation, significant attack by Israel, report says.

Report: Hezbollah raises military alert level

IDF spokesman:

We care more about Gazan civilians than Hamas does

IDF spokesman Effie Defrin speaks from the Kerem Shalom Crossing, emphasizing Israel is doing everything possible to help Gazan civilians. 'Hamas has exploited its own population; Israel supports aid for civilians, not for Hamas.'

We care more about Gazan civilians than Hamas does

IDF soldier crushed by elevator at military base

IDF soldier severely injured after being crushed by elevator at military base in central Israel; circumstances under investigation

IDF soldier crushed by elevator at military base

Tens of tons of food:

IDF declares daily humanitarian pause as aid airdrops into Gaza

IDF announces daily ten-hour humanitarian pause in Gaza to facilitate aid delivery; Jordan and the UAE airdrop 25 tons of humanitarian supplies into Hamas-controlled enclave.

IDF declares daily humanitarian pause as aid airdrops into Gaza

Netanyahu

'UN lies, fabricates excuses about why it doesn't deliver aid'

Prime Minister after visiting the Ramon Air Force Base: "The UN is fabricating excuses and lies about the State of Israel - there are secure routes for humanitarian aid."

'UN lies, fabricates excuses about why it doesn't deliver aid'

IDF eliminates key Radwan Force terrorist

Hezbollah terrorist Muhammad Haidar Abboud and additional Hezbollah artillery operative eliminated in Debaal area in southern Lebanon.

IDF eliminates key Radwan Force terrorist

Defense Min. to Khamenei: 'Do not threaten, lest you be harmed'

Defense Minister Israel Katz praises IAF for its role in Operation Rising Lion, warns Iran’s Supreme Leader Ali Khamenei that Israel's long arm can reach Tehran again - 'this time, even to you personally.'

Defense Min. to Khamenei: 'Do not threaten, lest you be harmed'

Battalion commander and tracker severely injured in Gaza

officer in the IDF's Desert Reconnaissance Battalion (585) and a reservist tracker in the Southern Brigade severely injured in combat in southern Gaza.

Battalion commander and tracker severely injured in Gaza

A blow to Hamas:

500-meter terror tunnel destroyed in Beit Hanoun

IDF dismantles hundreds of terrorist sites, eliminates approximately 400 terrorists during operations in northern Gaza.

500-meter terror tunnel destroyed in Beit Hanoun

Four Nahal soldiers refuse Gaza redeployment due to trauma

Four Nahal Brigade soldiers refused to return to Gaza, citing severe emotional distress. The IDF rejected their claims, stating they are fit for duty.

Four Nahal soldiers refuse Gaza redeployment due to trauma

UAE to lay water pipe from Egypt to Gaza

UAE receives authorization from Israel’s political echelon to construct an independent water pipeline from Egypt to Gaza, which will supply water to approximately 600,000 residents without relying on Israel’s water infrastructure.

UAE to lay water pipe from Egypt to Gaza

Police impound bus that brought visitors to Joseph's Tomb

The bus was used to transport nearly 50 Hassidic worshippers to the tomb without appropriate security coordination.

Police impound bus that brought visitors to Joseph's Tomb

Military weapons trafficking ring exposed

Northern District Police and Shin Bet uncover a cell involved in large-scale trafficking of military weapons, transferring arms to criminal and terror elements in Judea and Samaria.

Military weapons trafficking ring exposed

Espionage:

Israeli indicted for espionage and contact with Iranian agent

Serious indictment filed against Israeli accused of contact with Iranian officials and transferring sensitive security information, facing potential life sentence.

Israeli indicted for espionage and contact with Iranian agent

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Left-wing activist humiliates Druze officer and attacks soldiers

Anarchists from the 'Looking the Occupation in the Eye' organization blocked a military jeep and humiliated IDF soldiers during Shabbat in the Jordan Valley.

Left-wing activist humiliates Druze officer and attacks soldiers

Released for publication:

Amir Saad and Inon Nuriel Vana killed in Gaza

IDF has released for publication that Amir Saad, 22, from Yanuh-Jat,and Sergeant Inon Nuriel Vana, 20, from Kiryat Tivon, were killed in Gaza. In the incident another Golani combat soldier was injured.

Amir Saad and Inon Nuriel Vana killed in Gaza

Netanyahu allows humanitarian pause, increased aid to Gaza

Starting at 10 a.m. Sunday, the IDF implemented a temporary humanitarian pause in several areas of the Gaza Strip, including the north, to facilitate the delivery of aid.

Netanyahu allows humanitarian pause, increased aid to Gaza

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IDF airdrops humanitarian aid into Gaza

IDF Spokesperson’s Unit publishes footage of an airdrop of humanitarian aid to Gaza, including seven packages of aid containing flour, sugar, and canned food.

IDF airdrops humanitarian aid into Gaza

Near Disaster:

Terrorist fired at homestead and escaped

A terrorist approached the hilltop homestead of Or Nachman in Binyamin on Friday night and opened fire at the residents, but miraculously caused no injuries.

Terrorist fired at homestead and escaped

IDF intercepts Gaza-bound flotilla

IDF intercepts pro-Palestinian ship 'Handala' as it approaches Gaza.

IDF intercepts Gaza-bound flotilla

Betzalel Yehoshua Mosbacher, injured in Gaza, dies

Sergeant Major (res.) Betzalel Yehoshua Mosbacher, 32 from Avnei Eitan, dies after suffering severe injuries in combat in Gaza, IDF announces.

Betzalel Yehoshua Mosbacher, injured in Gaza, dies

Responding to 'hunger' campaign:

IAF to airdrop thousands of tons of food to Hamas-controlled Gaza

IDF upgrades humanitarian aid to Gaza, renewing airdrops parallel to improving water and electrical infrastructure in Hamas-controlled Gaza.

IAF to airdrop thousands of tons of food to Hamas-controlled Gaza




























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