Today in Brief
Diplomatic tensions with the UK, Shin Bet leadership controversies, and fallout from stalled hostage negotiations dominate tonight's headlines, alongside security developments regarding Iran-linked threats.
- UK Threatens To Expel Israeli Diplomats Over Jerusalem Consulate Closure
Ashams reports Britain has threatened to expel 27 Israeli diplomats if Israel proceeds with closing the British Consulate in East Jerusalem, a row that erupted after UK sanctions on West Bank settlement goods prompted Israel's closure decision.
- US Grants Israel Approval for Strikes on Iran-Linked Militias in Iraq
News0404 reports the US has reportedly greenlit Israeli strikes on Iran-linked militias in Iraq, aiming to choke off IRGC supply routes used to arm regional proxies.
- Shin Bet Chief Threatens Return of Administrative Detentions for Jewish Israelis
Kipa reports Shin Bet chief David Zini warned he would push to revive administrative detentions for Jewish Israelis involved in violence if other measures fail, a stance that has triggered coalition friction after clashing with Minister Orit Struk.
- UK Court Sentences Kuwaiti National to Life for Plot Against Israeli Embassy
Kipa reports a UK court sentenced a Kuwaiti national to life in prison after British security services foiled his plot to attack the Israeli Embassy in London.
- Shin Bet Chief Warns of Evolving Enemy, Urges Rapid Change
Hamal reports Shin Bet Director David Zini told a memorial ceremony that Israel's enemies are rapidly adapting, urging his agency to innovate quickly rather than lean on past methods.
- Transportation Ministry Admits Security Chief Lacked Permit for Outside Work
Calcalist reports the Transportation Ministry has reversed course, now admitting its security chief Avri Cohen held an unauthorized second job, while shifting blame to the Civil Service Commission for failing to grant the required permit.
- Ex-Defense Minister Gallant Blames Leak for Failed Hostage Deal
Maariv reports former Defense Minister Yoav Gallant blamed a leak of Israel's minimum hostage threshold for sabotaging a hostage deal, claiming the breach let Hamas raise its demands and tanked the negotiations.