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Senior Israeli official: Reinforced security for nuclear sites
Israel Atomic Energy Commission director says security around Israel's nuclear sites 'improved and reinforced' due to Iran threats.

New York: Security increased prior to High Holidays
New York police, civilian security agency, and businessmen work together to increase security in Jewish neighborhoods.

Trump names Jewish security expert to senior intelligence post
President Trump chooses Jewish national security expert Samantha Ravich as deputy chairwoman of the intelligence advisory board.

Netanyahu presents "2030 Security Concept"
PM presents to the Cabinet security plan for the coming decade. 'Economic strength allows us to maintain security strength.'

Security around two haredi MKs to be increased
On background of Draft Law and Jerusalem Faction opposition, Knesset officer orders security reinforcement for haredi Knesset Members.

Nielsen:
‘Islamic militants ’are a ‘preeminent threat,’ says US official
Homeland Security chief says Islamist ‘militants’ are ‘preeminent threat’ to the West, struggle against them requires ‘moral clarity.’

Researchers find 'critical' security flaws in AMD chips
Security flaws allow 'virtually undetectable' espionage, putting entire networks at risk.

US security officials arrive in Israel to discuss Syria border
Israeli security officials meet with US counterparts to discuss Syria cease-fire deal which would leave Iranian forces 3 miles from border.

Netanyahu promises 200 million shekels for Judea and Samaria
Bereaved families and regional council heads end hunger strike after compromise reached on funding for security upgrades.

'We will stay on sidewalk until Netanyahu comes to his senses'
Likud MK continues hunger strike with bereaved families outside Prime Minister's Residence, says hopeful solution will be found soon.

Preventing ramming attacks in Judea and Samaria
IDF erects concrete and metal barriers around bus stops in Etzion region to stop vehicles used in terrorist ramming attacks.

The gold standard for synagogue self-defense
'Community Security Service' has trained over 4,000 volunteers to keep US synagogues, day schools and other Jewish institutions safe.

Ministers to meet to discuss upgrading Judea, Samaria security
PM to hold meeting of all ministers next week to discuss funding for necessary security upgrades in Judea and Samaria.

'Half-million Jews in Judea, Samaria have a right to be safe'
Justice Minister says government needs to beef up security for residents of Judea and Samaria.

Liberman acknowledges:
'There is no funding for settlements' security'
Defense Minister says no budget currently exists for necessary security plans, but says solution will be found.

'Headlines, spins and imaginary programs'
Yesha leaders and families protest outside PM's residence. 'Not only is there no construction boom, but security is in a state of abandon.'

Las Vegas is a wake up call for US security forces

The Swiss refuse to pay for the security of Jewish citizens

Israel, Lithuania, to work together on security
PM Netanyahu, Lithuanian foreign minister, speak about expanding cooperation in all areas, especially security.

72 arrests, 43 indictments
Jerusalem District Police Commander Halevi says 'anyone involved in violence, riots, will be arrested and brought to court.'

Seven wanted terror suspects arrested
Security forces arrest seven terror suspects, confiscate 8000 shekels intended for use in terror attacks and incitement.

Arab League: Israel is 'playing with fire' on Temple Mount
Arab League threatens a 'crisis with the Arab and Muslim world' over Israel's increased security measures on the Temple Mount.

Magnetometers to be placed at the entrance to Temple Mount
Security forces to place magnometers at Temple Mount entrances, cameras outside Temple Mount; Site to reopen Sunday afternoon.

Tumult on the Temple Mount
Arabs report large numbers of security personnel on Temple Mount, say clashes broke out.

Jenin residents caught with explosive devices
Two Arabs try to enter military court with explosives, get caught, security forces find two pipe bombs on body of one of them.

Do banks discriminate against customers with 'kosher' phones?
Banks require customers to enter codes received via text message, haredi MK gets mad, calls it 'discrimination.'

Israel Video That Went Viral
See why this Israel Advocacy video went viral
With almost 100,000 views on Youtube, the English video below (with Hebrew subtitles) presents the case for Israel in 9 minutes.

Security increased around Attorney General
Defense Ministry increases security around Avichai Mandelblit following protests and graffiti near his house.

Israeli security forces on high alert after terrorist's funeral
Israel security forces expect escalation in terror after Hamas leaders blame Israel for terrorist's death in Gaza.

NJ Gov cuts security for nonpublic schools in proposed budget
New Jersey Gov. Chris Christie proposes eliminating security funding for nonpublic schools as Jewish institutions face bomb threats.

National Security Advisory Council formed for Jewish Community
Secure Community Network (SCN) announces formation of new Advisory Council in response to recent wave of attacks, threats against US Jews.

'Any Arab can put on a kippa or talit and carry out attack'
Investigative journalist finds haredim not checked with metal detectors at Western Wall, making easy breach for terrorists.

Why are there no security checks at Western Wall on Shabbat?
Channel 2 investigation reveals people posing as haredim could bring weapons, explosive devices into Western Wall on Shabbat.

'Hamas has restored its operational capabilities to 2014 levels'
Senior security official warns Hamas as strong as before Operation Protective Edge. Hamas claims to have won last Gaza war.

Deputy Defense Minister proposes law to give soldiers immunity
Deputy Defense Minister Eli Ben-Dahan says Israeli must protect its soldiers, proposes law granting immunity during war and terror attacks.

Elbit Systems awarded $35 million contract by Rafael
Elbit Systems awarded $35 Million contract by Rafael Defense Systems to supply laser target designators to countries in Asia-Pacific region.

Residents of Judea and Samaria feel most secure of all Israelis
CBS finds residents of Judea and Samaria feel the most secure of all Israelis. Residents of Jerusalem feel the least secure.

Israel involved in undisclosed security incident
Deputy Minister of Regional Cooperation publishes details of security incident on Facebook. The post was removed under a gag order.

Security officials urge business-as-usual for Jewish holidays
US security officials and Jewish community leaders prepare for Rosh Hashanah, Yom Kippur in the face of rising terror threat.

No respite for Israelis against ongoing attacks
ILTV reports: Security forces stress open fire policy only when life is threatened. Latest surge in Palestinian terror attacks continues.

When Professor Yonah met Abbas
MK Yonah reports that PA leader Mahmoud Abbas wishes to repair the trust between Israel and PA - but he is no peace lover.

Agricultural Terror: Every night, at all times
Farmers complaining about daily burglaries and robberies find little help from police

Do administrative detentions prevent 'Jewish terror'?
Att'y Itamar Ben Gvir rips Haaretz newspaper over claim that rise in administrative detention led to decrease in so-called 'Jewish terror'.

Yisrael Beytenu MK: No more tolerance of terrorism
Liberman confidant says 'rules of the game in Gaza have changed'.

MK Shelah: Netanyahu 'aggression' ruined US aid deal
MK Ofer Shelah (Yesh Atid) blasted PM Netanyahu on his Facebook page for provoking - through his 'aggression'- the US to cut back on aid.

Israel's had success against 'lone wolf' terrorists — here's how
"Lone wolf" terrorism in Europe is making headlines around the world. But in Israel, the phenomenon is old news.

Security increased for MK Glick following Arab incitement
After a video calling for MK Yehuda Glick's murder gains thousands of views of Youtube, Knesset Speaker beefs up security for Likud MK.

Benghazi report revealed: Surprise allies, security snafus
Sacrificed for politics: 4 Americans die as State Department worries about offending Libya. The rest rescued by Qhaddafi supporters.

'In next war, thousands of rockets will hit in heart of Israel'
Senior military official warns of heavy rocket fire in next Lebanon war: '300 tons per month, equivalent to 5 hours of Air Force bombing'.

Bennett: If we stand our ground, the world will stand with us
Naftali Bennett: The world respects nations which respect themselves; current focus on two states bad for Israel.

'The IDF is preparing for all possible scenarios'
MK confirms that Hamas is still building terror tunnels, rebuilding arsenal - but claims 'we have what to rely on' for the next war.

NYPD increases Passover security
Following terror attacks in Europe and concerns over attacks in the US, NYPD announce preparations to protect haredim in Brooklyn.

Cell phone app exposes hapless truck thief
Apprehended truck thief forgot he had installed an app to record phone calls, exposing the criminal's conversations during the heist.

NYC: Yeshivas, other schools, to get $20M for security
Religious Jewish schools in New York City are prime beneficiaries of a special $20 million budget for "school security."

Life continues in Galilee despite Hezbollah threats
Upper Galilee Regional Council Head, in special interview, reveals how residents balance security concerns with life as usual.

16,000 Birthright participants bring tourism spike amid terror
Visiting Jewish youths undaunted and look forward to experiencing everything that Israel has to offer.

'Terrorists have to fear - not us'
Northern communities in Israel hold emergency drills following rocket fire - but assert it's Hezbollah, not Israel, who should worry.

CAP: Concerned, alert and prepared

New weapon scopes for IDF soldiers
New Mepro-M5 red dot sight scopes to enter IDF units in the upcoming weeks
