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Documents reveal:

Hamas's plan to open a northern front against Israel

Captured Hamas documents reveal more than a decade of efforts to establish a military infrastructure in Lebanon in coordination with Hezbollah and Iran, including plans for rockets, a 2,000-man fighting force and more.

Hamas's plan to open a northern front against Israel

Hezbollah terrorist eliminated

Wave of strikes in Lebanon after soldiers' injuries

The IDF carried out strikes overnight Sunday in the Ali Taher Ridge area of Lebanon, while also eliminating terrorist Abu Hassan Alaa, a senior commander in Hezbollah's Badr Unit.

Wave of strikes in Lebanon after soldiers' injuries

Bullet lands near Psagot synagogue

Gunfire towards Jewish community and bullet found near synagogue, as Jewish shepherd assaulted and dozens of masked Arabs riot nearby.

Bullet lands near Psagot synagogue

Hamas plants bomb under IDF tank in Gaza ceasefire violation

IDF tank drives over Hamas explosive device near the Yellow Line; terrorists cross Yellow Line, attempting to sabotage IDF weapons.

Hamas plants bomb under IDF tank in Gaza ceasefire violation

Three IDF soldiers injured by explosive drone in Lebanon

Explosive drone launched towards IDF forces injures three soldiers, prompting attack on Hezbollah battalion commander Ali Samir Al-Haj Hassan.

Three IDF soldiers injured by explosive drone in Lebanon

IDF strikes Khan Yunis, eliminates senior Hamas commander

IDF eliminates Hamas commander Hudhaifa Qawari, who was involved in training, arms transport, and planning imminent attacks, in a southern Gaza strike.

IDF strikes Khan Yunis, eliminates senior Hamas commander

'Largely undoing Oslo Accords'

Details of the plan to transfer authority to police

Arutz Sheva learns plans to shift civil enforcement in Area C to police could require doubling the Judea and Samaria force to about 3,000 officers.

Details of the plan to transfer authority to police

Watch:

IDF embarks on humanitarian operation in Colombia

Home Front Command delegation departs for Colombia following logistical preparations.

IDF embarks on humanitarian operation in Colombia

IDF confirms:

Terrorist who held numerous hostages eliminated

IDF confirms elimination of Muhammad Mushtaha, who infiltrated Israel and held Tsachi Idan, Corporal Noa Marciano, Ziv Berman, Omri Miran, Ori Megidish, Naama Levy, and Matan Angrerst hostage.

Terrorist who held numerous hostages eliminated

Katz orders major change in Judea and Samaria

Defense Minister Israel Katz orders a plan to shift civilian enforcement in Judea and Samaria from the IDF to police as the military focuses on security.

Katz orders major change in Judea and Samaria

The X-factor against drones

IDF revives elite weapons course

The month-long course returns with lessons from combat, training on specialized weapons, and new tools to help elite units counter the growing drone threat.

IDF revives elite weapons course

Near Kiryat Arba

Rock-throwing attack leaves five lightly injured

Club-wielding terrorists ambush a resident walking in the area. Security forces rushed to the scene come under a barrage of rocks, leaving five people with minor injuries.

Rock-throwing attack leaves five lightly injured

'Just like before Oct. 7'

Gaza lookouts sound the alarm

IDF lookouts warn Hamas terrorists are approaching Gaza's yellow line daily and say troops face delays obtaining authorization to open fire.

Gaza lookouts sound the alarm

Footage from the scene:

Gaza District Police Chief eliminated in strike on vehicle

Commander of the Gaza District Police, Jamal Mahmoud Abu Kamil, was eliminated in an IDF strike on his car. Earlier in the day, the IDF eliminated a Hamas commander in Khan Yunis.

Gaza District Police Chief eliminated in strike on vehicle

IDF changes course

Lawsuits of up to NIS 100,000 against outpost builders

The State Attorney’s Office and the IDF are advancing a new initiative under which those who establish illegal outposts will be required to bear the costs of their evacuation. Two lawsuits have been filed so far.

Lawsuits of up to NIS 100,000 against outpost builders

IDF:

Security forces dismantle two illegal outposts in Area B

IDF dismantles illegal outposts overnight; 51st Battalion soldiers prepare for security mission in Judea and Samaria.

Security forces dismantle two illegal outposts in Area B

Police ask IDF to let arrested soldier continue training

Police reportedly asked the IDF to allow a soldier arrested over a shooting incident in Binyamin to continue his training while investigators await forensic evidence linking his weapon to the wounded child.

Police ask IDF to let arrested soldier continue training

ISA blocks recruits from combat service

Calls received by MK Son Har-Melech indicate that candidates destined for service in combat units were informed only on their draft day that the ISA opposes their serving in the army.

ISA blocks recruits from combat service

Gush Etzion:

Dozens of Palestinian Arabs riot, nine arrested

Judea and Samaria District Police arrest nine Palestinian Arabs after dozens attack Jews at Mikneh Avraham Farm.

Dozens of Palestinian Arabs riot, nine arrested

Near Cave of Patriarchs

Muslim cleric arrested for incitement, encouraging terror attacks

Police arrest 70-year-old cleric from Hebron who allegedly encouraged riots and violence.

Muslim cleric arrested for incitement, encouraging terror attacks

Mossad psy-op?

Expert says Arab leaders are in panic

Dr. Ron Schleifer says mysterious leak is fueling fear among Arab leaders and showcasing Israel’s intelligence capabilities.

Expert says Arab leaders are in panic

Iran's plan to drag out war until end of Trump era

A senior adviser to the commander of Iran’s Revolutionary Guards said Iran could prolong the war until President Trump leaves the White House.

Iran's plan to drag out war until end of Trump era

Iranian mayor reveals how missile strike wounded Mojtaba Khamenei

Tehran Mayor Alireza Zakani says a missile killed Mojtaba Khamenei's wife and wounded him, as he remained focused on prayer while medics treated his injuries.

Iranian mayor reveals how missile strike wounded Mojtaba Khamenei

'We will not withdraw':

Katz's order to the IDF in Lebanon

Defense Minister Israel Katz ordered the IDF to prepare for a long-term stay in Lebanon, saying Israel will not withdraw from its security zones in Lebanon, Syria, or Gaza.

Katz's order to the IDF in Lebanon

Liberman: 50 Nukhba terrorists trained to invade Israeli town

Yisrael Beytenu chairman MK Avigdor Liberman says 50 Hamas Nukhba terrorists practiced a raid and takeover, IDF commanders were denied permission to strike them.

Liberman: 50 Nukhba terrorists trained to invade Israeli town

Mladenov: Claims of Board of Peace-Hamas deal are false

Board of Peace envoy Nickolay Mladenov rejects claims of a Hamas funding deal, saying Hamas will have no role in Gaza's governance or access to funds.

Mladenov: Claims of Board of Peace-Hamas deal are false

Four Palestinians face charges over attack on IDF soldier

Prosecutors move toward indictments after four suspects allegedly attacked a soldier near Susya, stole his weapon, and fled the scene.

Four Palestinians face charges over attack on IDF soldier

COGAT's unusual warning to Gazans

Israel warns Gaza residents to stay away from the Yellow Line, accusing Hamas of deliberately pushing civilians toward the area despite the danger.

COGAT's unusual warning to Gazans

IDF clashes with activists at new outpost near Qusra

Security forces arrived to evacuate an outpost established days ago as Hilltop Youth activists blocked roads and attempted to delay the operation.

IDF clashes with activists at new outpost near Qusra

Hamas sniper didn't stop him: Haredi soldier becomes IDF officer

Haim Treitel, who fought his way through more than a year of rehabilitation after being wounded in the leg during combat in Gaza, completes officers' course.

Hamas sniper didn't stop him: Haredi soldier becomes IDF officer

Senior US official: Progress made in Israel-Lebanon talks in Rome

Israeli, Lebanese, delegations agreed on operational standards, verification mechanisms aimed at neutralizing Hezbollah's presence, US State Department source says.

Senior US official: Progress made in Israel-Lebanon talks in Rome

'Our hands are tied'

Terrorists approach fence, IDF refuses to approve strike

Soldiers reported that terrorists appeared to be preparing to cross the border and requested authorization to strike, but commanders refused.

Terrorists approach fence, IDF refuses to approve strike

Hamas sniper targets IDF as postwar plan gains momentum

Violating ceasefire, Hamas sniper targets IDF troops, forcing response and highlighting danger in IDF withdrawal.

Hamas sniper targets IDF as postwar plan gains momentum

Report: Gaza 'day after' plan delayed until after elections

Entry of multinational force, Green Rafah initiative, and technocratic government face delays leaving postwar plan far from implementation.

Report: Gaza 'day after' plan delayed until after elections

Israel unveils plans for next generation of attack drones

New Defense Ministry contract to fund development of low-cost autonomous strike drones intended for widespread deployment across IDF frontline units.

Israel unveils plans for next generation of attack drones

'No peace with such evil'

Be'eri resident's warning against Gaza deal

Be’eri resident and former head of the Eshkol Regional Council Haim Yellin warns about the plan for Gaza: Even with only a small portion of the territory, Hamas is capable of recreating October 7.

Be'eri resident's warning against Gaza deal

Former Mossad Chief:

Mossad operatives toured Iran’s Fordow nuclear site ‘many times’

Former Mossad chief Yossi Cohen reveals operatives repeatedly visited Iran’s heavily fortified Fordow facility, calling the U.S. strike on the site 'the fulfillment of all my dreams.'

Mossad operatives toured Iran’s Fordow nuclear site ‘many times’

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Security forces break wall and find hidden weapon

While searching a home in the Hebron area, forces find a carbine rifle, two magazines, and two bags of assorted ammunition hidden behind a wall.

Security forces break wall and find hidden weapon

'Even when it hurts, keep going'

Oct. 7 fallen hero's brother follows him into Golani Brigade

The brother of Golani Sgt. Amichay Rubin, who fell fighting on Oct. 7, enlisted in the brigade, carrying on his brother's legacy despite the pain.

Oct. 7 fallen hero's brother follows him into Golani Brigade

IDF demolishes home of terrorist who killed two soldiers

Security forces demolished the home of the terrorist responsible for the deadly attack near a village in Samaria, less than three weeks after the shooting that killed Yuval Ezra and Binyahu Mellet.

IDF demolishes home of terrorist who killed two soldiers

Haredi brigade completes first reservist exercise

The Shimon Battalion completed its first battalion-level exercise in the Golan Heights, marking the completion of its formation ahead of operational missions in the north.

Haredi brigade completes first reservist exercise

'Only three terrorists killed':

Families react to inquiry into shelter massacre

Families of October 7 victims said the IDF inquiry revealed horrific details of the Re'im shelter massacre and questioned why only three of the 100 terrorists were eliminated since then.

Families react to inquiry into shelter massacre

Israel identifies:

Syrian Air Force is rebuilding

The defense establishment has identified an acceleration in the rebuilding of the Syrian Air Force, roughly a year and eight months after the IDF declared its destruction.

Syrian Air Force is rebuilding

Training stopped after dozens of soldiers fall ill

About 30 female commanders and recruits at the Sde Boker Gadna base have been suffering from vomiting, diarrhea and abdominal pain in recent days.

Training stopped after dozens of soldiers fall ill

Ahead of the New Year:

IDF Chief's special gift to CENTCOM Commander

IDF Chief Eyal Zamir presented CENTCOM Commander Admiral Brad Cooper with a shofar, praising the unprecedented strategic partnership between the militaries.

IDF Chief's special gift to CENTCOM Commander

IDF Chief

‘At strategic crossroads, prepared for high-intensity combat’

IDF Chief of Staff Lt. Gen. Eyal Zamir convened a senior operational forum, declaring that the military remains prepared for a rapid return to high-intensity combat

‘At strategic crossroads, prepared for high-intensity combat’

'An incredible generation'

Bennett moved by new IDF recruits

Former Prime Minister Naftali Bennett arrived at the IDF induction center to accompany new recruits joining the Golani Brigade and the Egoz Unit.

Bennett moved by new IDF recruits

Suspect impersonated rival to threaten Ben-Gvir and MK Sukkot

An eastern Jerusalem man known as 'Tarzan' was indicted after allegedly impersonating a rival to send death threats and weapon images to Ben-Gvir and Sukkot.

Suspect impersonated rival to threaten Ben-Gvir and MK Sukkot

20 years after his death

Roi Klein's son follows in his father's footsteps

Twenty years after Major Roi Klein fell in Bint Jbeil, his eldest son Gilad enlisted in his father's Golani 51st Battalion alongside his brother.

Roi Klein's son follows in his father's footsteps

Board of Peace: Israel already implementing rejected Gaza plan

Senior officials behind US President Donald Trump's Gaza initiative say Israel's actions on the ground align with the 15-point proposal, despite Prime Minister Benjamin Netanyahu's public rejection of it.

Board of Peace: Israel already implementing rejected Gaza plan

Opposing Defense Min.:

Maj.Gen. Avi Bluth expels Tal Yinon Dardik from Samaria

Central Command chief Maj. Gen. Avi Bluth decided, contrary to the Defense Minister’s request, to renew the administrative detention order against Tal Yinon Dardik, who is suspected of assaulting a Palestinian.

Maj.Gen. Avi Bluth expels Tal Yinon Dardik from Samaria

Israel demands answers on Ron Arad, missing Jews in Lebanon talks

Lebanese media say Israel used latest round of negotiations to press for answers on Ron Arad and other Jews missing since Lebanon's civil war.

Israel demands answers on Ron Arad, missing Jews in Lebanon talks

Study:

Israel's eastern border could become 'next October 7'

A new study paints a troubling picture of the Jordanian border, urging Israel to strengthen ties with Jordan, accelerate construction of border and reinforce Jordan Valley communities.

Israel's eastern border could become 'next October 7'

Secret revealed

Top Hamas commander held in Israel for two years

Terrorist Basel Salahieh, a senior commander in Hamas's military wing, has been secretly detained in Israel for two years and is now set to face trial.

Top Hamas commander held in Israel for two years

Syria:

ISIS cell captured near Golan Heights

Syrian security forces in Damascus arrested nine terrorists in the city of Khan Arnabeh, near the Golan Heights. The arrests come amid efforts to thwart the smuggling of drones and missiles to Hezbollah.

ISIS cell captured near Golan Heights

Underground:

Hezbollah weapons tunnel destroyed in southern Lebanon

The IDF uncovered and neutralized an underground facility used to store weapons belonging to the Lebanese terrorist organization Hezbollah. During the operation, anti-tank missiles, RPG rockets, and artillery weapons were located.

Hezbollah weapons tunnel destroyed in southern Lebanon