Counterterrorism

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IDF foils terror attack in northern Samaria

IDF and Shin Bet forces arrested four Islamic Jihad terrorists in Qabatiya and Arraba, foiling a planned attack in northern Samaria.

Undercover Border Police arrest senior PA security official

Palestinian Arab reports identify detainee as senior Preventive Security officer Majdi Amer; Israel says the Fatah operative suspected of advancing terrorist activity against security forces.

Watch: The handgun disguised as an iPhone

Police discover handgun disguised as iPhone, stun grenade and ammunition during raid on residential compound in Jadeidi-Makr.

IDF foils imminent terror attack in Judea and Samaria

Duvdevan soldiers arrest two terrorists planning an immediate attack as IDF forces uncover weapons, explosives materials and a weapons-manufacturing lathe during Yom Kippur operations.

Suspect in missile launch incident released

Police raids in Jaljulia uncover two hidden handguns, ammunition and surveillance cameras as investigation into unusual LAW rocket attack continues.

IDF in Judea and Samaria

1,200 terror sites raided, 230 suspects arrested

IDF troops search over 1,200 locations and arrest some 230 wanted suspects, uncovering a bomb-making facility and large quantities of weapons.

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Dramatic arrest deep in Shechem

Elite undercover officers raid Balata camp in Shechem to arrest a senior Tanzim operative; suspect is shot in the legs after resisting and attempting to flee.

Overnight Samaria raid: Terrorist eiminated

IDF and Border Police forces eliminate an armed terrorist and arrest four wanted suspects in Samaria, including a terrorist allegedly planning an imminent attack.

Yamam commandos airlifted into surprise Eilat terror drill

Israel’s elite counterterrorism unit practices hostage rescues and neutralizing terrorists in an extreme multi-front attack scenario.

IDF foils imminent terror attack, arrests five-man cell

Five terrorists captured in Qabatiya within minutes as Israeli troops seize an M16 rifle and military equipment hidden in their homes.

IDF smashes 30 weapons workshops in Shechem

IDF destroys 30 weapon production machines in Shechem area, searching hundreds of sites and arresting dozens of suspects.

Broad daylight raid:

Undercover officers nab terror suspect in Shechem

Undercover Border Police officers enter deep into Balata camp in broad daylight, surround a vehicle, and arrest a wanted terror suspect.

Yamam captures Lions’ Den terrorist in surprise Shechem raid

Wanted terrorist suspected of plotting attacks against Israelis is caught off guard at his home in a covert overnight operation.

Tunnel to Israel? Suspect caught digging near security fence

Border Police arrest Qalandiya resident suspected of working to dig tunnel to infiltrate Israel.

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IDF launches operation in Shechem, arrests terrorist

Soldiers apprehended a terrorist affiliated with the Islamic Jihad terrorist organization who operated to advance terror activities and was affiliated with the defunct 'Lions' Den' organization.

IDF arrests over 200 terror suspects across Judea and Samaria

IDF troops arrested over 200 wanted suspects, foiled an imminent attack, seized weapons and explosives, and sealed a terrorist's home.

Wide-scale security raid targets gunmen in Beit Ummar

Israeli forces searched over 170 buildings, arrested wanted suspects and seized weapons after gunfire in Beit Ummar raised fears for nearby communities.

IDF prepares to seize another Judea and Samaria 'refugee' camp

Defense Minister Israel Katz ordered the IDF to expand counterterror operations and prepare to take control of another terrorist stronghold in Judea and Samaria.

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.

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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.

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 preparing for major Samaria operation

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

Ken's Thought of the Week:

New US Counterterrorism Strategy is solid but incomplete

The US has no obvious strategy to protect our culture and simultaneously undermine that of our enemies culture.

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Undercover unit arrests wanted terror suspect

Securitu forces locate and arrest wanted terrorist in undercover operation in Etzion Brigade sector.

Duvdevan arrests bomb makers, arms dealer in Binyamin raid

Duvdevan troops arrest two suspected bomb makers, alleged arms dealer, during an overnight operation in Binyamin; security forces launch manhunt after rock-throwing attack.

Disturbing footage: Weapons cache discovered near Jerusalem

Border Police uncover weapons cache - including firearms, explosives, and ammunition - hidden in water cistern in Kafr al-Jib.

Over 240 firearms seized:

IDF sums up six months of counter-terrorism operations

The IDF said troops seized more than 240 firearms in 2026, uncovering weapons and manufacturing equipment hidden in civilian areas across Judea and Samaria.

IDF striking terrorists across multiple fronts

In a week of intense operations, IDF hits 310 Hezbollah targets in southern Lebanon, eliminates top Gaza terrorists, and arrests over 50 suspects in Judea and Samaria.

Officer injured in Jenin was previously wounded in Gaza

Explosive device detonates during operation in Jenin, lightly injuring an NCO and severely injuring officer, who had previously been severely wounded in a Gaza anti-tank missile strike.

IDF arrests five terrorists in Judea and Samaria operations

IDF soldiers, acting on ISA intelligence, arrested five terrorists - including suspects planning attacks, advancing Hamas activity, and assembling explosives.

Three areas simultaneously:

Security forces arrest terror suspects in major raid

IDF and Border Police forces arrested suspects and seized weapons during a counterterrorism operation in multiple areas north of Jerusalem.

Security forces raid Hamas 'charity organizations'

IDF operations target Hamas funding networks, terror cells across Judea and Samaria, with dozens of suspects arrested and weapons seized.

Police raid Ramallah printing house, arrest two suspects

Targeted raid on Ramallah printing house leads to arrests, confiscation of hundreds of inciting materials.

Watch: Security forces arrest terrorist planning attack

Joint counterterror operation leads to arrest of Tanzim organization terrorist planning attack on local residents.

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Officers breach door, arrest suspect in Shechem

Mista’arvim units, Shin Bet operatives and IDF soldiers arrested a Hamas-inspired suspect in Balata camp during a precise intelligence-based operation.

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IDF arrests two terrorists in Shechem

IDF forces carried out counterterrorism operations in Shechem during which a terrorist previously identified with “Lion’s Den" and an additional terrorist were arrested.

No concessions approved as IDF maintains Ramadan operations

IDF Central Command remains on high alert during Ramadan, continuing counterterror operations and deploying 21 battalions across Judea and Samaria.

IDF demolishes home of terrorist who murdered Alon and Yehonatan

IDF forces demolish home of Hamas terrorist Rafat Duwasi during counterterrorism operation, arresting suspects and seizing weapons.

Shin Bet thwarts terrorists planning Samaria attack

Indictments filed against five terrorists linked to Lebanon-based cell who planned attack in Samaria town.

Watch: Wave of nighttime arrests in Judea and Samaria

In overnight operations, IDF and ISA forces arrest over 20 terrorists, thwarting terror attack on Israeli civilians and soldiers.

60 terror suspects arrested in widescale operation

Security forces conduct widescale counterterrorism operation throughout Judea and Samaria, seizing weapons and arresting terrorists, including from Hamas and Islamic Jihad.

Widescale counterterrorism operation in Hebron

Counterterrorism operation in Hebron area leads to arrests, weapons seizures.

Watch: Undercover officers surprise weapons manufacturer

Border Police officers arrest terrorist who served as central weapons manufacturer in Tulkarm.

In Hebron

Security forces launch large‑scale counterterrorism operation

Security forces launch an operation in Hebron to thwart terrorism and locate weapons. The operation will continue for several days.

Eight detained in counterterror operation

Jerusalem-area security forces carry out widescale raid in Shu'afat, confiscating weapons, ammunition, and drugs.

'Natural partners'

Netanyahu signs major security pact with Germany

Joint declaration expands cooperation on cybersecurity, counterterrorism, law enforcement, and advanced defense technologies.

IDF thwarts terror attack

Terror cell arrested in Hebron planned immediate terror attack, IDF reveals.

Terror death toll falls in Judea and Samaria amid IDF crackdown

Terror attack fatalities in Judea and Samaria dropped to 20 in 2025, down from previous years, amid intensified IDF operations and enforcement.

Nationwide operation

Turkey arrests 357 ISIS suspects

Turkish police arrest 357 ISIS suspects in nationwide raids after deadly clashes that killed three officers and six terrorists, amid warnings of planned holiday attacks.

Ready to use rockets found in Tulkarm

An ISA investigation revealed the involvement of terrorists behind recent explosive attacks in Tulkarm; rockets and extensive weaponry were seized in a related IDF operation.

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IDF concludes major operation in northern Samaria

IDF forces concluded a two-week counterterrorism mission in northern Samaria, eliminating six terrorists, arresting suspects, and seizing weapons and major terror funds.

Terror suspect neutralized as IDF, police sweep Qalqilya

IDF, Israel Police, and Border Police forces raided Qalqilya, seizing weapons, arresting terror suspects and weapons dealers, and neutralizing a terrorist who threatened the troops.

IDF Chief:

'We will prevent terror networks from forming in Samaria'

IDF Chief of Staff Eyal Zamir toured the Tammun-Tubas and Menashe areas, praising counterterrorism gains and ordering a full inquiry into the Yamas operation in which two terrorists were eliminated.

Testimonies of officers who fought in Jenin revealed

Terrorists made suspicious movements during Jenin clashes, 'kept putting their hands down, made movements as if putting their hands in their pockets,' Border Police officers who were present at the scene say.

Watch: Paratroopers discover and destroy weapons cache in Jenin

During northern Samaria counterterror operation, IDF Paratroopers uncover explosives, ammunition, and terror materials in Jenin, destroy the weapons on site.

Yamas members questioned over Jenin shooting of two terrorists

Three Yamas fighters questioned after two wanted terrorists were shot in Jenin. DIP launched a criminal probe into the incident.

Jenin clashes:

Criminal investigation opened against Border Police officers

Department for the Investigation of Police opens criminal investigation into Border Police officers who shot two terrorists in Jenin after the terrorists allegedly surrendered.

Officers clarify:

Terrorists were shot after attempting to flee

Yamas officers who shot two terrorists who had surrendered say the two violated their commands and returned to the building before a threat was ruled out.

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First look at major IDF counterterror operation in Samaria

IDF, Shin Bet, Border Police, and regional brigades launched a major counterterrorism operation in northern Samaria, striking targets, searching dozens of structures, and seizing terror funds to prevent new terror strongholds from forming.

'We won't allow terror to take root'

Security forces launch operation in northern Samaria

IDF, Shin Bet and Border Police launch a major counterterrorism operation in northern Samaria, days after eliminating two terrorists behind deadly attacks.