National Security Council

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.

Increased threat to Israelis in countries surrounding Iran

National Security Council warns Israelis abroad face threat of Iranian retaliation for killing of nuclear scientist.

National Security Council: Close the synagogues

NSC recommends to prime minister that synagogues, yeshivot be closed entirely to prevent spread of coronavirus.

Government considering full closure on Lag B'Omer

National Security Council recommends full closure on Lag B'Omer holiday to prevent coronavirus outbreak during festivities.

Security council warns Israelis to leave Sinai

National Security Council warns of ISIS, Al-Qaeda activity in Sinai, urges Israelis in the area to get out, come home.

Permits to be revoked from UNRWA schools

Barkat suggests Jerusalem Municipality take over health, education, welfare, sanitation services to all Jerusalem Arabs.

Did National Security Council, rabbi stop Bennett resignation?

Head of NSC reportedly visits Rabbi Chaim Druckman, who contacted Jewish Home leader to tell him not to resign.

New travel warnings ahead of the High Holidays

National Security Council warns Israelis of dangers of traveling to several countries, including India, Turkey, and Chechnya.

NSC: Report that Trump offered Abbas a meeting 'untrue'

NSC spokesman blasts Israeli report that Trump offered PA chairman a meeting, urges PA to engage with US 'positively and constructively.'

Israel to punish PA for 'Kite Terror'

PM orders National Security Council to deduct money from Israel's tax transfers to PA to compensate farmers affected by 'kite terror'.

ZOA: Trump administration's new aide is pro-Hamas

Pro-Israel group claims new Trump administration National Security Council advisor hostile to Israel, sympathetic to Hamas terror regime.

Stephen Bannon removed from National Security Council

Stephen Bannon, senior adviser to President Donald Trump, removed from the National Security Council as part of a reorganization.

IDF, National Security Council defend submarine acquisition

The IDF and National Security Council responded to Channel 10 allegations of conflicts of interest regarding the acquisition of submarines.

U.S. calls for Assad to be held accountable for chemical attacks

White House says it is "impossible to deny" that Syria launched chemical weapon attacks.

Cabinet orders counter-terror measures

In 5-hour meeting, National Security Cabinet passes new measures to counter terrorist incitement.

The 'strange saga' of Bennett's security demands

Elkin puzzled by ultimatum to media on cabinet matters; security source reveals Bennett had access to info but didn't pick it up.

Pesach travel guidelines: Israelis at heightened risk of attack

National Security Council issues Passover travel warnings; Turkey, Sinai out-of-bounds for Israelis.

'Israel is fighting terror the right way'

Ex-National Security Council deputy head compares terror wave with Second Intifada, says world is coming to understand Israel.

State to intervene in anti-Israel sports boycotts

PM orders National Security Council to directly intervene in discrimination against Israelis at global events, following judo fiasco.

Terror Alert

Counter-Terrorism Agency Warns Israelis Traveling to Europe

ISIS and Iran head list of threats published by National Security Council's Counter-Terrorism Bureau, spanning 41 countries

White House 'Confident' IAEA Can Investigate Iran

White House downplays report that UN's atomic agency may allow Iran to self-inspect some suspected nuclear sites.

White House Decries ISIS 'Atrocities' After Bombing Kills 90

ISIS bombing on Muslim holiday leaves 16-ft wide crater and 90 dead. White House condemns 'purposeful and vicious' civilian targeting.

Top Security Official: Nothing in Deal Stops Iran Going Nuclear

National Security Council deputy chief warns government that loophole-ridden deal won't stop 'Iran's vision of nuclear arms power.'

Top US Officials Briefed by Radical Anti-Israel NGO

In a first, Breaking the Silence briefs White House and State Dept. officials on its allegedly false testimony against the IDF.