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IDF and Shin Bet Eliminate Gaza Terror Leader in Khan Yunis

The IDF and Shin Bet eliminated Ramadan Muhammad Ashhada Diab, the head of the 'Popular Resistance Committees' in Khan Yunis, in an airstrike in southern Gaza. The organization is…

Security1h ago

Hostage Survivor Elkana Buchbot Recounts Spiritual Resilience During Captivity

Elkana Buchbot, a hostage held for two years in Gaza, has been reunited with his family. In an IDF podcast, he detailed his spiritual resilience, including discreetly observing Je…

Politics1h ago

Ben-Gvir Tells Time Magazine Netanyahu Not Solely to Blame for Oct. 7 Failures

Minister of National Security Itamar Ben-Gvir told Time magazine that Prime Minister Benjamin Netanyahu is not solely responsible for the failures leading to the October 7th attac…

Security1h ago·5 outlets

IDF Strikes Khan Younis, Eliminates Resistance Committees Commander

The IDF reported eliminating Ramadan Muhammad Ashahada Diab, a senior commander of the Popular Resistance Committees, in an airstrike in Khan Younis, Gaza. He was accused of leadi…

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Israel Shares Intelligence With US: Hamas Rebuilding Forces, Not Disarming

Senior Israeli military officials have informed their US counterparts that Hamas is rebuilding its forces in Gaza and has no intention of disarming. Intelligence suggests preparat…

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Herzog Warns of Incitement Ahead of Election at Rabin Memorial

President Isaac Herzog warned of present-day incitement at a memorial for assassinated Prime Minister Yitzhak Rabin, urging civility ahead of Tuesday's election. Herzog stated "wo…

Security2h ago

IDF and Shin Bet Eliminate Khan Yunis Terror Leader

The IDF and Shin Bet eliminated Ramadan Muhammad Ashhada Diab, head of the Popular Resistance Committee in Khan Yunis, in a Gaza airstrike. Diab was accused of advancing terror pl…

Politics2h ago

UAE's Lana Nusseibeh Emerges as Candidate for UN Secretary-General

Lana Nusseibeh, the UAE's ambassador to the UN, announced her candidacy for UN Secretary-General on Wednesday. Nusseibeh, whose family has historical ties to Jerusalem, has served…

Politics2h ago

Middle East Watches Israeli Elections, Sees Regional Impact

Regional leaders and terrorist organizations in the Middle East are closely watching Israel's upcoming elections, with many interpreting Israeli military actions as election-relat…

Politics2h ago

Sderot Mayor Backs Plan for New Gaza Neighborhood

Sderot Mayor Alon Davidi visited activists from the Nachala Movement who set up camp near Gaza's northern perimeter, urging approval to build a new neighborhood there. The group b…

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IDF and Shin Bet Eliminate Hamas Military Operative in Khan Yunis

The IDF and Shin Bet eliminated Ramadan Muhammad Ashahada Diab, the head of the Popular Resistance Committees in Khan Yunis, in an airstrike on Wednesday. Diab was reportedly invo…

Security2h ago

Hamas Still Boasts 30,000 Fighters in Gaza Despite Military Weakening, Israeli Official Says

An Israeli official estimates that Hamas still has around 30,000 fighters in Gaza, despite significant military weakening since October 7, 2023. The organization is reportedly con…

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IDF and Shin Bet Eliminate Hamas-Linked Terror Leader in Gaza

The IDF and Shin Bet eliminated Ramadan Mohammed Ashhadeh Diab, head of the Popular Resistance Committees in Khan Younis, in Gaza yesterday. The IDF stated the organization is a t…

Security2h ago

IDF Kills Palestinian Resistance Committees Leader in Khan Yunis Airstrike

The Israeli military, using Shin Bet intelligence, killed Ramadan Muhammad Ashhad Diab, the leader of the Committees of Popular Resistance in Khan Yunis, in an airstrike on Wednes…

Security2h ago

IDF and Shin Bet Eliminate Terror Leader in Khan Yunis

The IDF and Shin Bet eliminated Ramadan Muhammad Ashhada Diab, head of the Popular Resistance Committees in Khan Yunis, in an airstrike on Wednesday. The organization participated…

Security2h ago

IDF and Shin Bet Eliminate Gaza Terror Leader in Khan Younis

The IDF and Shin Bet eliminated Ramadan Muhammad Ashhada Diab, the head of the Popular Resistance Committees terror organization in Khan Younis, Gaza, in an airstrike Wednesday. D…

Security2h ago

IDF and Shin Bet Eliminate Terror Leader in Gaza

The IDF and Shin Bet eliminated Ramadan Muhammad Ashhada Diab, the head of the Popular Resistance Committees in Khan Yunis, in a Gaza airstrike. The terror group participated in t…

Security2h ago

IDF and Shin Bet Eliminate Gaza Terror Leader in Khan Younis

The IDF and Shin Bet eliminated Ramadan Muhammad Ashhada Diab, the head of the Popular Resistance Committees terror organization in Khan Younis, Gaza, in an airstrike. The organiz…

Security2h ago

IDF and Shin Bet Eliminate Terror Leader in Khan Yunis

The IDF and Shin Bet announced the elimination of Ramadan Muhammad Ashhada Diab, head of the Popular Resistance Committee in Khan Yunis, Gaza, in an aerial strike. The organizatio…

Politics2h ago8

Netanyahu Warns of 'Paralysis' in Rotation, Iran Threat

Prime Minister Benjamin Netanyahu told i24NEWS that a power rotation with Gadi Eisenkot would cause paralysis and warned Iran against interfering in elections. He also criticized…

Culture2h ago

Author Pens Fallen Soldier's Life Story to Preserve Legacy

The project has over 400 volunteers and aims to preserve the stories of fallen soldiers in the National Library.

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Israeli Minister Ben-Gvir Advocates Gaza Occupation and Palestinian Emigration

Israeli National Security Minister Itamar Ben-Gvir called for Israel to occupy Gaza and encourage Palestinian emigration from both Gaza and the West Bank in a TIME magazine interv…

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Gaza Reconstruction Plan Presented to US Official in Cairo

The National Committee for the Management of Gaza Strip Affairs presented its reconstruction plan for the Gaza Strip to U.S. Chargé d'affaires Robert Silverman in Cairo. The plan…

Politics3h ago

Israel's Ben-Gvir Eyes Defense Post, Gaza Occupation, West Bank Annexation

Israeli Minister of National Security Itamar Ben-Gvir expressed his desire to become defense minister and called for the occupation of Gaza and annexation of Judea and Samaria in…

Politics3h ago

Victims' Families Urge Israelis to Vote With October 7 Victims in Mind

Families of October 7 victims are organizing a non-partisan initiative to remind Israelis of the fallen and hostages at polling stations on October 27. Relatives of those killed a…

Security3h ago

Israeli Military Chief Sees No Need to Strike Iran Before Elections

Israeli Chief of Staff Eyal Zamir stated there is no need to attack Iran before the upcoming elections, though plans for potential strikes exist post-U.S. midterms. President Trum…

Politics3h ago

Israeli Minister Ben-Gvir Advocates Gaza Takeover and Palestinian Emigration in Time Interview

Israeli National Security Minister Itamar Ben-Gvir told Time magazine that Israel must capture all of Gaza and encourage the voluntary emigration of Palestinians. Ben-Gvir, a far-…

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Reservists Face Financial Strain and Career Setbacks Three Years Into War

A study by Latet found that 32.5% of Israeli reserve soldiers report worsened financial situations and 70.2% have experienced career setbacks due to prolonged service since Octobe…

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New Settlement 'Giv'at Shomron' Established in Northern West Bank

A new settlement named 'Giv'at Shomron' is being established in the northern West Bank by families from the Hesder Yeshiva of Ramat Gan. The initiative aims to strengthen Israeli…

Politics3h ago

Israeli Conductor Lahav Shani Calls for Accountability and Equality

Lahav Shani, Chief Conductor of the Munich Philharmonic Orchestra, has called on Israelis to take responsibility for failures preceding the October 7th Hamas attack and to recogni…

Politics3h ago

Israel's Legal Framework for War Before Elections Examined

Israel's legal framework allows a caretaker government to launch military action, but requires decisions by the full government or security cabinet, not just the prime minister. C…

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Israeli Lawmaker Calls for Gaza Settlements and Hamas Eradication

Religious Zionist MK Ohad Tal is calling for Israel to establish Jewish communities in Gaza and extend sovereignty over the territory, stating that Hamas must be eradicated. He be…

Security3h ago

Hamas Threatens More Oct. 7 Attacks as Intelligence Shows Rearming

Hamas has openly threatened Israel with more October 7th-style attacks, according to intelligence shared with U.S. officials. The terror group is reportedly rebuilding its militar…

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From Family Tragedy to Viral Fame: Adi Shamai Cohen's Journey

Content creator Adi Shamai Cohen, known for the viral "I'm a Bibi-supporter" video, discussed his transition from acting studies to online political commentary following his broth…

Politics4h ago8

Netanyahu Warns of Leftist Government, Iran's Election Interference

Prime Minister Benjamin Netanyahu warned in a special interview that a leftist government would not confront Iran and could lead to an "Oslo disaster." He criticized potential rig…

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Ben-Gvir Seeks Security Portfolio, Gaza Riviera, and Palestinian Emigration

National Security Minister Itamar Ben-Gvir told TIME magazine he aims to secure the defense portfolio and wants to conquer Gaza, calling it a "Riviera" and promoting Palestinian "…

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Israeli Minister Calls for Gaza Conquest and "Voluntary" Emigration

Israeli Minister Itamar Ben-Gvir told TIME magazine that Israel must conquer all of Gaza and encourage voluntary emigration from the territory. He also stated his preference for B…

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Ben-Gvir: Netanyahu Not Blameless for Oct. 7, but Others More So

Minister of National Security Itamar Ben-Gvir told Time magazine that Prime Minister Benjamin Netanyahu bears some blame for the October 7th failures but is less guilty than intel…

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Gaza Health Ministry Reports 4 Dead, 12 Injured in 24 Hours Amid Ceasefire Violations

The Gaza Ministry of Health reported four deaths and 12 injuries in the past 24 hours due to alleged Israeli ceasefire violations. Since October 7, 2023, the total casualties have…

Security4h ago

Israel Returns Body of Palestinian Man Who Died in Detention

Israel returned the body of Rajaa Sammour to Gaza on Thursday, three years after he died in Israeli detention. Sammour, a father of four, was arrested after his work permit was re…

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Netanyahu Warns Iran Against Election Interference, Threatens Retaliation

Prime Minister Benjamin Netanyahu warned that Iran and its proxies may try to disrupt Israel's upcoming elections, vowing "extraordinary force" in response to any attack. He belie…

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UN Expert Urges Indonesia to Question Israeli Tourists Over IDF Service

A UN expert has urged Indonesia to question Israeli tourists about their IDF service upon arrival in Bali, potentially leading to legal action if evidence of military involvement…

Security4h ago

Netanyahu's Authority to Wage War Amidst Election Uncertainty Questioned

Israel's legal framework is being scrutinized regarding the Prime Minister's authority to initiate a war with Iran while heading a caretaker government, especially with elections…

Security4h ago

Ben-Gvir Tells TIME Magazine Israel Must Conquer Gaza, Encourage Emigration

National Security Minister Itamar Ben-Gvir, in his first interview with foreign media to TIME magazine, called for Israel to conquer all of Gaza and encourage the "voluntary emigr…

Security4h ago

Shin Bet Chief Visited Paris Amid French Riots, Diplomatic Tensions

Shin Bet Director David Zini reportedly met with French intelligence officials in Paris on October 20 amid ongoing riots and diplomatic tensions between France and Israel. The dis…

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Gaza Bakeries Shut Down Amid Flour Shortage, Israeli Restrictions

Ten of Gaza's 17 commercial bakeries have closed due to a flour shortage and Israeli restrictions, with the remaining seven at risk of shutting down within 48 hours. The Ministry…

Culture5h ago

New Podcast Teaches Better Debate Skills, Aimed at Adults and Politicians

A new Israeli podcast, "Vichuchimpiada," uses a comedic sports format to teach constructive debate skills, with special episodes released before the upcoming elections. Creator Li…

Security5h ago

West Bank Production Must Not Jeopardize Israel's European Security Ties

An opinion piece argues that West Bank production must not jeopardize Israel's European security ties. While a 2004 arrangement distinguishes settlement goods, the EU uses Israeli…