National Security Council

Ofir Levi confirmed as National Security Council Deputy Chief

Prime Minister Benjamin Netanyahu decides, upon recommendation of NSC Director Shmuel Ben-Ezra, to appoint Ofir Levi as Deputy Director of the National Security Council.

PM appoints Shmuel Ben Ezra as National Security Council director

Prime Minister Benjamin Netanyahu appointed Shmuel Ben Ezra as Director of the National Security Council (NSC) and National Security Advisor to the Prime Minister.

The man behind Arrow 3

Shmuel Ben-Ezra appointed as National Security Council head

Prime Minister Netanyahu appointed Shmuel Ben-Ezra, a former Shin Bet division chief and Arrow 3 project leader, to head the National Security Council.

NSC warns of increased terror threat to Israelis abroad

National Security Council warns war with Iran raising the risk of attacks on Israeli and Jewish targets worldwide, urges Israelis abroad to take heightened precautions during Passover and upcoming spring holidays.

NSC issues security warning for Israelis in the UAE

Israel's National Security Council advises Israelis in the UAE to avoid events linked to Israel, warns against layovers in the UAE due to unstable flight conditions.

National Security Council Warning

Attacks against Israelis foiled this week

Amid Operation “Roaring Lion," the National Security Council warned of heightened Iranian motivation to target Jewish and Israeli sites.

NSC warns Israelis abroad amid Iran escalation

National Security Council calls on Israelis worldwide to increase vigilance, avoid public identification, and follow travel warnings due to heightened threats against Israeli and Jewish targets abroad following escalation with Iran.

Former NSC head

Will the US strike Iran? It seems Trump hasn't decided

Dr. Eyal Hulata, former head of the National Security Council, estimates that the US has not yet decided whether to attack Iran and that significant considerations are still being weighed.

NSC calls for terrorists to get prison visits from Red Cross

The National Security Council will bring a proposal to the security cabinet tonight to allow Red Cross visits for terrorists who are not affiliated with Hamas.

National Security Council

The threats against Israelis abroad during High Holidays

The National Security Council published a public update on the terrorism threats against Israelis abroad during the Jewish High Holidays.

NSC official:

Public will be shaken up by findings of Oct. 7 investigation

State Comptroller demands National Security Council officials receive preliminary findings on October 7 failures, staff refuse over leak concerns.

Former NSC head:

'Difficult situation, talk of diplomatic disaster is exaggerated'

'Recognition of Palestinian state does not signal diplomatic collapse,' says Meir Ben Shabbat, former National Security Council head.

Security tensions:

Embassy staff in UAE to return to Israel

National Security Council sharpens travel warning for the United Arab Emirates, prompting decision to recall most diplomats from the country.

National Security Council:

Don't enter Israel from Sinai or Jordan

The National Security Council has issued a message to Israeli citizens abroad, warning of significant danger in attempting to enter Israel via overland routes from Jordan and Sinai while Ben Gurion Airport remains closed.

The True North strong and free?

Anti-Israel protests spark NSC warning to Israelis in Canada

Travel alert upgraded to Level 2 as Israeli officials cite recent attacks, radicalized rhetoric, and planned anti-Israel protests in Toronto and Waterloo.

Ahead of 'Day of Rage':

NSC warns Israelis abroad of potential threats

National Security Council warns Israelis abroad that demonstrations may turn violent in light of planned pro-Palestinian 'Day of Rage' events around the world.

Breaking:

IDF to demolish homes of terrorists who injure Israelis

Prime Minister Benjamin Netanyahu accepts recommendation by National Security Council to demolish homes of terrorists who 'only' injured Israelis, and not limit demolitions to murders.

Israel warns:

Hamas increasing efforts to attack Israelis abroad

NSC issues updated global terrorism threat assessment, urging Israelis to stay vigilant abroad amid rising attacks and hate crimes.

National Security Council:

Hamas chooses destination for expelled terrorists

The National Security Council wrote to a bereaved father that the state of Israel does not have the authority to choose to which state it will expel terrorists released as part of the hostage deal.

Amid earthquakes in Greece:

NSC discusses possibility of Tsunami in Israel

The council estimated that if a large earthquake in Greece set off a tsunami, Israelis would get a two-hour warning, and instructed government ministries to prepare accordingly.

NSC reveals:

Iran attempted to bait and abduct Israeli businessman

An individual claiming to be an Arab news agency attempted to convince an Israeli businessman to meet them in the UAE, but the individual was discovered to be an Iranian agent.

Trump taps Senate staffer as NSC’s Middle East director

Eric Trager, Republican Senate staffer and Egypt expert, to become Middle East advisor on the National Security Council, reports say.

Concerns of Iranian attacks

Israel considering travel warning for Egypt

The Israeli defense establishment notified Egypt of intelligence regarding Iranian attempts to carry out attacks on Israelis on Egyptian soil.

Ben Gvir to hostage families:

'I'm not prepared to have another 1000 Sinwars'

Representatives of the hostage families confront Minister of National Security | MKs Meirav Cohen and Shelly Tal Meron were removed from session.

NSC raises threat level for Israelis in Thailand to level 2

2 weeks after warning of an emerging potential threat to Israelis in Thailand, the National Security Council raised the threat level and published updated guidelines for Israelis in the country.

Terrorism in UAE:

NSC reiterates recommendation to avoid unnecessary trips to UAE

After the murder of Chabad emissary to UAE, Rabbi Zvi Kogan, the National Security Council reiterates recommendation to avoid unnecessary trips to the United Arab Emirates.

NSC to Israelis abroad:

Avoid sporting and cultural events

Following the attacks on Israeli fans in Amsterdam and in light of calls among terrorist-supporter groups to harm Israelis and Jews the Israeli National Security Council is calling on Israelis to avoid Israeli sporting events abroad.

National Security Council:

No restriction for Israelis in Amsterdam

The National Security Council reports: 'Security bodies estimate that the wave of violence has ended. There is no concern for Israelis wishing to move around the city.'

Severe urgent warning to Israelis in Sri Lanka

In recent days the NSC was exposed to intelligence regarding intentions to commit a terror attack on Israelis, particularly in Arugam Bay, Sri Lanka. Israelis are called to immediately leave the area of Arugam Bay and the southern and western coasts of the Island.

NSC report on threats against Israelis aboard for High Holidays

National Security Council publishes report summarizing the increased terror threat to Israelis abroad during the High Holidays from Iran, Hezbollah, Hamas, ISIS, and the increase in antisemitism.

American NSC 'deeply concerned' after strike on Gaza terrorists

NSC spokesman Sean Savett acknowledges 'Hamas has been using schools as locations to gather and operate out of,' but implies Israel is not careful enough to avoid civilian casualties.

NSC to Israelis:

Take extra caution when abroad

Amid fears of retribution for the eliminations of Hezbollah and Hamas leaders, the National Security Council recommends seriously reconsidering the necessity of traveling to countries for which the travel alerts have been issued with moderate and high threat levels.

Olympics 2024:

National Security Council's warnings

National Security Council's warnings to anyone traveling to the 2024 Olympic Games and Paralympic Games

Former NSC chief:

IDF is prepared for Radwan Force invasion of northern Israel

'Hezbollah will know that if they continue attacking - we will do what we need to do,' former National Security Council chief Dr. Eyal Hulata says.

NSC and Foreign Ministry to ICJ:

'Charges of genocide are false, outrageous, morally repugnant'

Head of the National Security Council and Spokesperson of Foreign Ministry respond to ICJ ruling on Gaza: Israel will not conduct military actions in Rafah which will harm the civilian population.

Post-war planning

NSC advisor on strategic planning resigns

Yoram Hemo, who is charged with drafting the official policy on the 'day after' in Gaza will resign amid the lack of decision-making by the political echelon concerning the day after the war.

Post-war plan:

Israel to assume civil administration of Gaza for at least a year

A new plan for the day after the war calls for Israel to assume control of civilian life in Gaza for at least a year when the military operation when the military operation ends.

National Security Council:

Increased threat to Israelis abroad ahead of Passover

Counterterrorism official advises Israelis traveling abroad not to reveal they are Israelis due to increased threat level during war and ahead of Passover.

IDF transfers Palestinian orphans to Bethlehem

A large IDF force was assigned to bring a group of more than 70 orphans and adult chaperones from the Gaza Strip to Palestinian Authority territory.

National Security Council opposes victims suing PA

The National Security Council added a paragraph to a law regarding reparations for victims of terror, saying that the PA can only be forced to pay from money Israel had frozen already.

National Security Council:

Israelis must exercise caution in India following embassy blast

NSC issues advisory after IED explodes outside Israeli embassy in New Delhi.

Travel warnings for dozens of countries, many attacks folied

National Security Council rises travel warnings for 80 countries in Europe, South America, Australia, and South Africa.

National Security Council:

All Israelis in Turkey must leave now due to terror threat

Travel warning to Turkey raised to the highest possible level.

Amid Hamas calls to riot:

Israelis abroad asked to take caution

Israel's National Security Council and Foreign Ministry warn that Hamas has called supporters worldwide to hold a "Day of Rage".

NSC:

Simchat Torah gatherings liable to become targets for attack

National Security Council issues travel warnings following the Hamas attack on Israel.

NSC Chief Hanegbi:

'Israel not yet part of normalization negotiations'

National Security Council Chief Tzachi Hanegbi said that if Iran reaches 60% uranium enrichment, Israel would have no choice but to act.

National Security Council:

Terror organizations working to kidnap Israelis abroad

The NSC released a summary of terror threats against Israelis and Jews outside of Israel.

Israeli businessman arrested in Beirut

Israeli citizen arrested in Beirut after landing there to transfer to a connecting flight.

MK Tzvi Sukkot:

'Stop considering anyone who fires a gun a criminal'

Civilians recounted how they needed to use their personal weapon in life-threatening cases and were questioned with a warning by the police.

Fmr National Security adviser:

Israel’s main objectives are met; now it must secure victory

The Gaza strike bolstered Israeli deterrence and showed that Israel’s domestic strife won’t impact its actions on national security. Op-ed.

Israel's 2023 key national security challenge

This may apply to other Western democracies. Op-ed.

Surprising appointment:

Netanyahu taps Hanegbi as head of National Security Council

Former minister Tzachi Hanegbi, who did not enter the Knesset, to serve in one of the most sensitive and central positions.

National Security Council urges Israeli tourists to avoid Turkey

Israeli security officials drop directive advising Israelis visiting Turkey to remain in their hotels, but maintains level 3 travel warning.

US National Security Council:

'US committed to ensure Iran never obtains a nuclear weapon'

US National Security Council: Sullivan stressed to Gantz that the US is committed to ensuring Iran never obtains a nuclear weapon.

Israel’s National Security Council tasked with gender equality?

My conservative soul is a little tired of government clerks who wake up in the morning on a mission to fix the world.Op-ed.

Threat level lowered for Israelis traveling to Istanbul

National Security Council lowers travel warning from level 4 to level 3 after Iranian cells seeking to harm Israelis arrested.

National Security Council issues travel warning to Turkey

Israeli tourists staying in Turkey advised to leave the country as soon as possible.

Israeli official to present sensitive info on Iran

Top security officials to discuss Iran intelligence with US counterparts, present Israel's demands for 'Iran deal.'

Maher Bitar and Israel’s ideological elections

Biden’s naming an anti-Israel activist as senior director for Intelligence at the National Security Council is precarious for Israel.Op-ed

NSC proposes night lockdown over Hanukkah

National Security Council calls for 3-step plan to reduce morbidity rates ending in a full lockdown in January if numbers continue to rise.