News and updates about ISA

ISA orders soldier's weapon confiscated

Akiva Leibowitz, an IDF reservist, was ordered by the ISA to return both his IDF and personal firearms.

ISA orders soldier's weapon confiscated

Imminent attack foiled in Jordan Valley

Covert Israeli forces broke into a house and stopped an imminent attack from the PA town of Aqabat Jaber.

Imminent attack foiled in Jordan Valley

Right-wing activist appeals administrative distancing order

Lawyer Adi Kedar appeals the decision restricting Ariel Danino from Judea and Samaria for six months, calling it a despairing ploy by the ISA and asking for the Defense Minister to involve himself in the matter.

Right-wing activist appeals administrative distancing order

ISA Director:

'Close the deal as fast as possible'

ISA director Ronen Bar urged the government not to delay in ratifying the hostage deal.

'Close the deal as fast as possible'

IDF eliminates terrorist who participated in Nova massacre

IAF conducted strikes on approximately 50 terror targets across the Gaza Strip and eliminated Muhammad Hasham Zahedi Abu Al-Rus, a Nukhba terrorist who infiltrated Israel on October 7th, 2023.

IDF eliminates terrorist who participated in Nova massacre

Right-wing activists detained when friend reveals he is ISA agent

A group of right-wing activists from Judea and Samaria were arrested and held for 10 hours without being questioned or told why they were arrested after their friend told them he was an 'undercover agent.'

Right-wing activists detained when friend reveals he is ISA agent

Shechem:

Two terrorists arrested en route to attack

Imminent attack foiled: Security forces apprehended two terrorists armed with fully loaded M-16 assault rifles and in possession of tactical vests and facemasks.

Two terrorists arrested en route to attack

ISA recommends alternative to detention for Ari Rosenfeld

The prosecution today accepted the ISA's position that Ari Rosenfeld is not dangerous: "The danger posed has diminished and he can be released to house arrest."

ISA recommends alternative to detention for Ari Rosenfeld

IDF and ISA confirm:

Body of hostage Hamza al-Ziyadne positively identified

The IDF and ISA notified the Ziyadne family that Hamza was killed in Hamas captivity after his body was recovered earlier in the week with that of his father, Youssef.

Body of hostage Hamza al-Ziyadne positively identified

IDF eliminates commander of Hamas's Sabra Battalion

Osama Abu Namos directed Hamas terrorist activity against Israeli citizens and attacks on IDF troops in the area of Netzarim Corridor.

IDF eliminates commander of Hamas's Sabra Battalion

Confirmed:

Stabbing of elderly woman was terror attack

The culprit knew the victim beforehand and attacked her in her own home.

Stabbing of elderly woman was terror attack

IDF and ISA struck over 100 terror targets in Gaza over weekend

As terrorists in Gaza launch multiple projectiles at Israel, IDF strikes 100 terror targets in the Strip.

IDF and ISA struck over 100 terror targets in Gaza over weekend

Increased security around Chief Sephardic Rabbi

Chief Rabbi David Yosef will receive an increased security detail after terrorist groups began threatening him directly.

Increased security around Chief Sephardic Rabbi

For the first time in years:

ISA makes dramatic change to modus operandi

With 2024 drawing to an end, the ISA has published statistics of its operations over the past year.

ISA makes dramatic change to modus operandi

ISA publishes audio recordings from hostage rescue operation

The ISA has released recordings from the hostage rescue operation in February, including the dedication of the operation to fallen comrades.

ISA publishes audio recordings from hostage rescue operation

After 17 years:

Terrorist suspected of murdering two soldiers arrested

IDF, ISA, and Yamam forces arrested Ali Dandis who is suspected of being involved in the 2007 shooting attack that murdered Ahikam Amihai and David Rubin.

Terrorist suspected of murdering two soldiers arrested

Watch:

Dramatic arrest in Shechem

The Israel Police has released footage showing dramatic moments of Israeli undercover forces engaging terrorists in Shechem.

Dramatic arrest in Shechem

Two Negev residents arrested for gun smuggling at Sinai border

Zaher Abu Rakeik and Imad Hawashla were arrested on suspicion of smuggling firearms at the Sinai border. Eight pistols and magazines were seized.

Two Negev residents arrested for gun smuggling at Sinai border

IDF, ISA eliminate Iran-funded Tulkarm Terrorist Network leader

Over the past year, Tarek Doush recruited numerous terrorists, armed and funded by Iran and by Lebanese terror operatives with relations to the Maqdah family, to plan and execute terrorist attacks against Israelis.

IDF, ISA eliminate Iran-funded Tulkarm Terrorist Network leader

Iranian spy attempt foiled:

Jerusalemite who planned terror attack arrested

The ISA and police arrested a resident of Jerusalem who carried out tasks for an Iranian agent and planned to carry out a terror attack for pay.

Jerusalemite who planned terror attack arrested

Shefaram man planned attack on police station

Ahmad Wadi has been charged with security offenses; the investigation revealed his communication with a terrorist, intentions for an attack, and trading arms.

Shefaram man planned attack on police station

3rd terrorist from squad that murdered Yehonatan Deutsch arrested

Ayman Ghanam, the head of a terrorist cell that planned to carry out a terrorist attack and posed an imminent threat to Israeli civilians, arrested in Nablus hospital.

3rd terrorist from squad that murdered Yehonatan Deutsch arrested

200 Iranian phishing attacks against Israelis uncovered

Shin Bet uncovers Iranian plot to gain access to personal information of Israelis, including senior officials, to set up terrorist attacks against the victims.

200 Iranian phishing attacks against Israelis uncovered

One month later: ISA declares Glilot ramming terror attack

Terrorist's attempt to attack policemen following ramming strengthened conclusion that Glilot ramming was planned terror attack.

One month later: ISA declares Glilot ramming terror attack

Security forces take out terrorist who murdered Yehonatan Deutsch

IDF strikes, eliminates, terror cell responsible for terror attacks in the Jenin area. Wael Lahluh, the head of the terror cell, carried out the August shooting attack at the Mehola Junction, in which Yehonatan Deutsch was killed.

Security forces take out terrorist who murdered Yehonatan Deutsch

Rockets and Claymore mines:

Security forces thwart Iran attempt to smuggle weapons to Jenin

IDF, ISA, foil attempt to smuggle advanced weapons originating in Iran to terror operatives in Judea and Samaria.

Security forces thwart Iran attempt to smuggle weapons to Jenin

Israel foils dozens of Iranian recruitment attempts daily

Over 100 Israeli citizens have recently reported suspected recruitment attempts by Iranian intelligence.

Israel foils dozens of Iranian recruitment attempts daily

Netanyahu:

'Feldstein is a patriot, would never endanger national security'

Prime Minister Netanyahu has issued a lengthy denunciation of the charges against Eli Feldstein.

'Feldstein is a patriot, would never endanger national security'

Nine terrorists eliminated in Jenin

During a 48-hour Jenin-area counterterrorism operation: Security forces eliminate nine terrorists in ground and aerial strikes, destroy dozens of explosives, and arrest wanted suspects.

Nine terrorists eliminated in Jenin

IAF strikes terror cell in Jenin

As part of ongoing counterterror operations in Judea and Samaria, an aircraft struck a group of armed terrorists in Jenin.

IAF strikes terror cell in Jenin

ISA director visits Turkey to discuss hostage deal

ISA director Ronen Bar met last Saturday with his Turkish counterpart, Ibrahim Kalin. The two discussed the possibility of Ankara renewing the negotiations for a hostage deal.

ISA director visits Turkey to discuss hostage deal

Flares on PM's house

Shin Bet Director: 'Dangerous escalation'

Director Ronen Bar says the launch of two illumination flares at the Prime Minister's home in Caesarea is far from a legitimate form of protest and will be dealt with with the utmost severity.

Shin Bet Director: 'Dangerous escalation'

Three suspects arrested

Two illumination bombs fired near Prime Minister's home

Projectiles land in Netanyahu family's yard, police and ISA open investigation, arrest three suspects. No one was injured.

Two illumination bombs fired near Prime Minister's home

October 7th:

Prime Minister's Office received warning 10 minutes before attack

The Shin Bet called Prime Minister Netanyahu's military secretary, Gen. Avi Gil, to inform him of the unusual moves Hamas had made the previous night, mere minutes before the massacre began.

Prime Minister's Office received warning 10 minutes before attack

Hamas terrorists planned to assassinate Minister Ben-Gvir and son

A terror cell from Hebron attempted to track and assassinate National Security Minister Itamar Ben-Gvir and his son Shovael.

Hamas terrorists planned to assassinate Minister Ben-Gvir and son

PM Netanyahu slams ISA for selective enforcement

'Disturbing increase in deliberate leaks from secret cabinet meetings since the outbreak of the war,' PM's Office notes. Several suspects have already been arrested in the matter.

PM Netanyahu slams ISA for selective enforcement

For three years:

Israeli couple from Lod operated on behalf of Iran

Refael and Lala Goliev of Lod arrested after operating on behalf of Iran, collecting intelligence on national infrastructure, security sites, and following an academic; payment reached an estimated $26,000.

Israeli couple from Lod operated on behalf of Iran

Eliminated:

Terrorist who planned to carry out attacks in 'immediate future'

In hours-long operation, Yamam, IDF, and ISA eliminate Hamas terrorist in Tulkarm, thwarting terror attack planned for immediate future.

Terrorist who planned to carry out attacks in 'immediate future'

Indictment:

Iranian agents bought weapons, were paid for vandalism

Seven individuals were indicted today for the planned assassination of an Israeli mayor and nuclear scientist.

Iranian agents bought weapons, were paid for vandalism

Watch:

Cell sent by Iran arrested before assassination mission

ISA team arrests cell after discovering that assassination is imminent

Cell sent by Iran arrested before assassination mission

In a Gaza school:

18 Hamas, Islamic Jihad terrorists eliminated in joint IDF-ISA op

In a joint IDF and ISA operation, 18 Hamas and Islamic Jihad terrorists are eliminated in a command and control center operating out of a Gaza school.

18 Hamas, Islamic Jihad terrorists eliminated in joint IDF-ISA op

Cleared for publication:

Jerusalem residents recruited by Iran for assassination mission

A cell of 7 residents of eastern Jerusalem was arrested by the Jerusalem police unit and the ISA on suspicion of planning to eliminate a nuclear scientist and a mayor in central Israel on behalf of Iran.

Jerusalem residents recruited by Iran for assassination mission

ISA:

Ceasefire in exchange for a few hostages

The head of the ISA presented the Cabinet a new deal that Egypt is trying to initiate. Ministers Ben-Gvir and Smotrich opposed. Gallant, Regev, Katz, and Levin supported the deal.

Ceasefire in exchange for a few hostages

Revealed:

This is the warning the ISA sent on the night before the massacre

At 2:58 a.m. on the morning of October 7, the ISA sent out a warning that Hamas terrorists had activated the SIM cards placed in their phones.

This is the warning the ISA sent on the night before the massacre

Cleared for publication:

ISA stops Iranian assassination attempt

A resident of Petah Tikva was arrested after agreeing to carry out the assassination of a personality in Israel for $100,000.

ISA stops Iranian assassination attempt

2 terrorist attacks foiled in Judea and Samaria

Terrorist with assault rifle arrested near security barrier while another terrorist planning an attack eliminated in Jenin.

2 terrorist attacks foiled in Judea and Samaria

Jenin

In broad daylight: 2 terrorists eliminated in military operation

IDF, ISA, and Border Police eliminate two terrorists, confiscate weapons, and arrest three suspects in daylight military operation; 20 suspects arrested by Central Command.

In broad daylight: 2 terrorists eliminated in military operation

Cleared for publication:

Hamas' Turkey branch directed suicide bombing in Tel Aviv

Abed Balaal, a senior Hamas commander in Turkey deported in exchange for Gilad Shalit, was behind the Tel Aviv bombing attack about two months ago.

Hamas' Turkey branch directed suicide bombing in Tel Aviv

Hamas Aerial Unit head eliminated

Samer Abu Daqqa was responsible for carrying out numerous terror attacks, including launching drones and UAVs towards Israeli territory and IDF troops.

Hamas Aerial Unit head eliminated

Iranian plot exposed

Terror cell led by Ramat Gan couple foiled

The ISA and police foiled an Iranian assassination plot and arrested an Israeli couple who led a terror cell with Iranian guidance.

Terror cell led by Ramat Gan couple foiled

ISA forbade Cabinet ministers from touring Philadelphi corridor

Minister Gallant supported the idea and even gave an order to the IDF to prepare for a visit from cabinet ministers, but in the end, the ISA ordered the tour cancelled.

ISA forbade Cabinet ministers from touring Philadelphi corridor

IDF Chief of Staff in southern Lebanon: 'We won't stop'

ISA Chief: 'Hamas entrenched itself in Lebanon... We will continue to pursue them everywhere.'

IDF Chief of Staff in southern Lebanon: 'We won't stop'

ISIS-affiliated cell in Tayibe:

ISA foils terror attack planned for Tel Aviv mall

Five terrorists from Tayibe, affiliated with ISIS, planned to blow up the Azrieli Towers in Tel Aviv using a car bomb.

ISA foils terror attack planned for Tel Aviv mall

Tekoa bus attacks deciphered, terrorists arrested

ISA, IDF, arrest suspects involved in two terror attacks in which explosive devices were hurled at buses.

Tekoa bus attacks deciphered, terrorists arrested

IDF and ISA eliminate three terrorists who participated in 10/7

During the strike, several terrorists were killed, including Muhammad Rafa’i, a terrorist from Hamas's Gaza Brigade who participated in the deadly massacre in the areas of Kfar Aza and Nahal Oz.

IDF and ISA eliminate three terrorists who participated in 10/7

IDF & ISA confirm: At least 12 terrorists eliminated in Tulkarm

In joint statement, IDF and ISA confirm that at least 12 Hamas and Islamic Jihad terrorists were eliminated in a strike intended to thwart an imminent terror attack.

IDF & ISA confirm: At least 12 terrorists eliminated in Tulkarm

ISA warns:

Iran stepping up efforts to carry out assassinations in Israel

Shin Bet warns of increase in Iranian efforts to recruit Israeli citizens to carry out attacks on Israeli officials.

Iran stepping up efforts to carry out assassinations in Israel

Noa Kirel to bring heavy security to Rio festival

The Israeli music star will reportedly be accompanied to Rock in Rio by no less than four guards.

Noa Kirel to bring heavy security to Rio festival

ISA reveals:

Hezbollah attack plot on former Israeli official foiled

The ISA uncovered a claymore mine, commonly used by Hezbollah, which was meant to be used against a former defense establishment official.

Hezbollah attack plot on former Israeli official foiled

Terrorist involved in car explosion arrested near Hebron

At a hospital near Hebron, Yamam and ISA personnel arrest terrorist involved in car bombing last month.

Terrorist involved in car explosion arrested near Hebron