Mossad
Israeli-media coverage mentioning Mossad, translated into English and compared across sources. 48 recent stories.
Iran Declares Persian-Language Foreign Media Military Targets Amid Internal Crackdown
Iran has designated Persian-language foreign media outlets as military targets amid a crackdown on dissenting voices. Negotiations with Oman over the Strait of Hormuz remain unres…
Iran and Oman Continue Hormuz Strait Agreement Talks as Qatar PM Plans Tehran Visit
Iran and Oman continue negotiations on an agreement over the Strait of Hormuz, while Qatar's Prime Minister plans a visit to Tehran to discuss reducing regional tensions. Iran acc…
Israeli Police Deploy Elite German Shepherds to Enhance Law Enforcement Operations
Israeli police officers use specially trained German Shepherds like Venom to improve suspect apprehension and crime scene control. These dogs reduce the need for force, assist in…
Israeli Officials Push Voluntary Gaza Transfer Plan Despite International Rejection and Practical Failures
Israeli leaders have promoted a voluntary transfer plan for Gaza residents since 2024, but no countries have agreed to accept migrants. Despite government efforts and high-level e…
Israeli Defense Report Reveals Salary Gaps Among Military and Security Personnel
The Israeli Ministry of Finance's 2023-2024 defense salary report reveals a sharp rise in young IDF soldiers' pay, significant salary gaps across security agencies, increased civi…
Atomic Energy Committee Tops Israeli Security Sector Salaries, IDF Lowest Among Agencies
In 2024, Israel's Atomic Energy Committee leads security sector salaries, while the IDF has the lowest average pay. Early retirement pensions are highest for IDF officers, who ret…
Netanyahu Consoles Family of Fallen Soldier Yehuda Katz After Remains Returned to Israel
Prime Minister Netanyahu visited the family of Yehuda Katz, the last missing soldier from the 1982 Battle of Sultan Yacoub, whose remains were recently returned to Israel by the I…
Israeli Intelligence Thwarts Iranian Assassination Plot Against Yair Netanyahu in Miami
Israeli intelligence uncovered an Iranian plot to assassinate Yair Netanyahu in Florida, leading to his urgent evacuation to Israel. Prime Minister Netanyahu confirmed the threat…
Turkey's Attempts to Establish Presence Near Syrian Airport Thwarted, Israel Warns Against Future Moves
Turkey's attempts to establish a presence near the Idlib airport in Syria were stopped after an Israeli strike, with Syria understanding the message. Israeli Defense Minister Yoav…
Israeli Defense Ministry Seeks 30 Million Shekel Compensation from Aerodrome for Contract Breach
The Israeli Defense Ministry demands 30 million shekels from Aerodrome for failing to fulfill a drone supply contract, threatening legal action while offering negotiation. Aerodro…
Israeli Drone Company IAI's Stock Plummets Amid CEO Turnover and Defense Ministry Dispute
Israeli drone maker IAI's stock plunges after announcing its third CEO change in a year amid a Defense Ministry dispute and poor financial results. Former Mossad chief Yossi Cohen…
Israeli Defense Minister Vows No Withdrawal from Golan Amid Syrian Demands
Israeli Defense Minister Israel Katz affirmed Israel's refusal to withdraw from the Golan Heights amid ongoing jihadist threats, despite Syrian demands for Israeli troop withdrawa…
Mossad Chief Backs Controversial Industrial Zone Project Connecting Jews and Bedouins in Negev
A joint initiative by Neve Midbar and Ramat Negev councils aims to establish a 200-dunam industrial zone in Bir al-Daqa, supported by Mossad Chief Ronen Gophman. Despite security…
Former Israeli National Security Chief Highlights Social Cohesion as Key to National Security
Dr. Eyal Hulata, former Israeli National Security Advisor, stresses that social cohesion is essential to Israel's national security alongside military strength. He warns that soci…
First Shin Bet Chief Reveals Rare Recording on Altalena Crisis and Civil War Fears
A rare recording of Isser Harel, Israel’s first Shin Bet chief, reveals David Ben-Gurion’s decisive actions during the Altalena Affair to prevent civil war and unify the military…
US Removes Syria From Terror-Supporting States List, Signaling Policy Shift
The US has removed Syria from its terrorism sponsor list after congressional review, signaling a major policy shift that may ease sanctions and improve US-Syria relations amid bro…
Netanyahu Reveals Iran Tried to Assassinate One of His Sons
Prime Minister Benjamin Netanyahu revealed that Iran tried to assassinate one of his sons, prompting lifetime security for him and his wife and five years of protection for his so…
Former Israeli Security Chiefs Urge Shin Bet to Protect Opposition Leader Gadi Eizenkot Amid Political Threats
Former Israeli security chiefs warn of a political assassination threat against opposition leader Gadi Eizenkot and urge Shin Bet to provide him official protection ahead of elect…
Former Israeli Security Chiefs Urge Protection for Gadi Eisenkot Amid Rising Political Incitement
Former Israeli security chiefs warn of rising political incitement ahead of elections and urge close protection for opposition leader Gadi Eisenkot, citing risks similar to those…
Opinion Piece Critiques Left-Wing Hypocrisy in Israeli Political Discourse and Institutions
An opinion article critiques the Israeli left's automatic labeling of Netanyahu and right-wing decisions as politically motivated without evidence, exposing hypocrisy in portrayin…
Syria’s Fragile Balancing Act Against Iran, Turkey, and Israel Creates Strategic Opportunity
Syria’s government is actively disrupting Iranian arms smuggling and Hezbollah logistics despite Iranian threats, creating a strategic opening for Israel. However, Syria’s interna…
Syria Confirms Secret Meeting With Israeli Intelligence Officials in Jordan
Syria confirmed a secret meeting in Jordan between its foreign minister and Israeli intelligence officials to ease tensions and discuss a security agreement. The talks followed an…
Iran Broadcasts $10 Million Bounty Threat Against Donald Trump’s Son Barron
Iranian state TV aired a video threatening Barron Trump with a $10 million bounty, outlining tracking methods but offering no proof of actual attempts. The threat is part of ongoi…
Israel’s Elite Engineering Program Prepares Teens for Long-Term Security Roles
Israel’s "Odem" program selects talented teens from peripheral areas for a 13-year path of engineering education and service in elite security agencies. Starting at 15, participan…
Syria Explores Steps to Ease Tensions with Israel Amid Recent Strikes
Syria is engaging in diplomatic talks to reduce tensions with Israel after recent airstrikes, with Mossad chief meeting Syrian officials and hopes for a security agreement resumin…
Israeli Mossad Chief Meets Syrian Foreign Minister Amid Rising Turkish Threats in Syria
Mossad chief Roman Gofman met with Syrian Foreign Minister Faisal al-Miqdad to discuss rising Turkish military activity in Syria, with Israel warning it will act to prevent Turkis…
Syria Explores Options to Prevent Escalation with Israel Amid Rising Regional Tensions
Syria is seeking to prevent further escalation with Israel following recent Israeli airstrikes and rising tensions involving Turkey. Syrian officials express a desire for stabilit…
Azerbaijan Mediates to Ease Israel-Turkey Tensions Amid Regional Strife
Azerbaijan is mediating to reduce tensions between Israel and Turkey after recent conflicts, including an Israeli strike in Syria. It seeks to revive past coordination mechanisms…
Judge Solberg Denies Security Detail for Former IDF Chief Gadi Eizenkot Ahead of Elections
Judge Hanan Solberg, head of Israel’s Central Elections Committee, denied state security protection to former IDF Chief Gadi Eizenkot despite his leading election polls, citing po…
US Envoy Tom Barrack Sparks Controversy with Repeated Anti-Israel Remarks
US Ambassador Tom Barrack to Turkey has repeatedly made controversial anti-Israel statements, questioning Israel's democracy and intelligence, while supporting Turkey and Syria. H…
Ben Gurion Airport Workers' Chair Denies Ordering Shutdown Amid Labor Dispute
Pnechas Idan, head of the Ben Gurion Airport Workers' Committee, denied ordering the airport shutdown, attributing it to management decisions and worker fatigue. He welcomed inves…
Israel Conducts Secret Talks with Turkey to Avoid Conflict Amid Syrian Strikes
Israel is engaging in secret talks with Turkey to prevent conflict after Israeli strikes targeted Turkish military buildup in Syria. Israel opposes Turkish deployment of air defen…
Israel Strikes Syrian Military Airport Amid Rising Tensions Over Turkish Military Presence
Israel has intensified military strikes in Syria, targeting a key airbase amid concerns over Turkish military expansion near Aleppo. Despite Syrian President Ahmad al-Sharaa's rec…
Trump Envoy to Syria Faces Criticism for Pro-Turkish Stance and Golan Comments
Donald Trump's envoy to Syria, Tom Barrett, faces criticism from both Israeli officials and Trump's allies for his pro-Turkish positions and statements denying Israeli sovereignty…
Israeli Defense Minister Confirms Strike on Syrian Airbase, Accuses Erdogan of Military Provocation
Israeli Defense Minister Yoav Gallant confirmed Israel's airstrike on a Syrian military base near the Turkish border, accusing Turkey of attempting to deploy forces there. The str…
US Envoy Says Israel Occupies Golan Heights Despite UN Recognition of Syrian Sovereignty
US envoy Tom Barrett stated Israel occupies the Golan Heights despite UN recognition of Syrian sovereignty, highlighting international consensus. He discussed recent Israeli strik…
Syrian Official Reveals Surprise Over Israeli Strike on Abu al-Duhur Base Amid Turkish Presence Claims
Ahead of Israel's August 18, 2026 strike on Syria's Abu al-Duhur base, Syrian and Israeli officials held talks amid Israeli concerns over Turkish military presence. Damascus denie…
How Israel's Primary Elections Evolved From Promise to Flawed System
In 1993, Benjamin Netanyahu won Likud's first primaries amid a scandal involving threats against his wife. The primaries system, adopted after Labor's 1992 success, aimed to democ…
IDF Warns Turkey Is Becoming a Hostile Power Amid Rising Tensions Over Syrian Presence
Israeli officials warn that Turkey is evolving from a rival into a hostile state due to its military buildup in Syria and regional ambitions. Following Israeli strikes on Turkish…
Mossad Urges Iranian Exiles to Support Israel Amid Nuclear Site Surveillance
The Mossad has called on Iranian exiles worldwide to assist in intelligence efforts against Iran, highlighting Israeli reconnaissance at the Fordow nuclear site. Former Mossad chi…
Turkey Requests Interpol Red Notice Against Netanyahu Amid Rising Tensions
Turkey has formally requested Interpol to issue a Red Notice for Israeli Prime Minister Benjamin Netanyahu and others over alleged crimes related to the 2010 Gaza flotilla raid. T…
IDF Adapts to Expanded Settlements and New Security Reality in West Bank
Israeli military and government officials report a historic expansion of Jewish settlements in the West Bank, accompanied by a strategic shift to broader territorial control and i…
Former Mossad Official Warns Erdogan's Growing Threat to Israel and Europe
Former Mossad official Oded Eilam warns that Turkish President Erdogan's strategic moves threaten Israel and Europe, including military provocations and control over refugee flows…
IDF Soldier Missing Since 1982 Lebanon War Finally Laid to Rest in Jerusalem
After 44 years, the remains of IDF Staff Sergeant Yekutiel Yehuda Katz, missing since the 1982 Lebanon War, were returned from Syria and buried in Jerusalem. His family and milita…
IDF Soldier Yehuda Katz Laid to Rest in Jerusalem After 44 Years Missing
Staff Sergeant Yehuda Katz, missing since the 1982 Battle of Sultan Yaakov, was laid to rest in Jerusalem after his remains were identified and returned to Israel this week, compl…
IDF Sergeant Yehuda Katz Laid to Rest on Mount of Olives 44 Years After Fallen in Lebanon War
Sergeant Yehuda Katz, missing since the 1982 Battle of Sultan Yacoub in Lebanon, was buried in Jerusalem after his remains were returned in a secret operation. His family was noti…
Netanyahu Faces Political Fragmentation Amid Public Service Collapse and Ben Gurion Airport Crisis
Benjamin Netanyahu faces political fragmentation and public service collapse highlighted by a major strike that shut down Ben Gurion Airport. His leadership is criticized for fost…