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American Jews Aid Palestinian Olive Harvesters Amid Settler Violence

American Jewish volunteers are assisting Palestinian farmers in the West Bank with their olive harvest, offering a protective presence against settler attacks. The initiative high…

Security10h ago8·2 outlets

IDF and Shin Bet Launch Multi-Day Counterterrorism Operation in Hebron

The IDF and Shin Bet launched a multi-day counterterrorism operation in Hebron after a Hamas attack killed two soldiers and wounded three. Security forces are searching for weapon…

Security15h ago2·2 outlets

IDF on High Alert After Deadly Hebron Attack Ahead of Elections

Following a deadly shooting attack near Hebron that killed two IDF soldiers and wounded three, the Israeli military has been placed on high alert just days before national electio…

Security18h ago

Israeli Female Soldiers Play Key Role in Covert Syrian Operations

Female soldiers in Israel's field intelligence units are conducting covert surveillance and infiltration operations inside Syria, monitoring Iranian activity and local tensions. T…

Security18h ago

Female IDF Intelligence Soldiers Crucial to Covert Operations in Syria

Female field intelligence soldiers are conducting critical covert surveillance and penetration operations in Syria for the IDF, monitoring Iranian activity and other threats. Desp…

General18h ago

Former Chief Rabbinate Director-General Yehuda Cohen Dies After Injury

Yehuda Cohen, former Director-General of the Chief Rabbinate of Israel, died after sustaining severe injuries from a concrete beam collapse at his home. He had been hospitalized f…

Security19h ago

IDF Establishes Civilian Roles for Spiritual Guidance of Haredi Soldiers

The Israel Defense Forces is creating new civilian roles to provide spiritual guidance and religious oversight for ultra-Orthodox soldiers, particularly within the Hasmonean Briga…

Security19h ago

Two Israeli Soldiers Killed in West Bank Gun Attack

The Israeli military announced Friday that two soldiers, First Sergeant Ron Yonatan Rotman and Sergeant Yuval Shay Swilem, were killed in an armed attack in the West Bank. Rotman…

Security19h ago6·2 outlets

Two Israeli Soldiers Killed in West Bank Gunfight Near Hebron

The Israeli military confirmed Friday the deaths of two soldiers, Sergeant Ron Yonatan Reutman and Sergeant Yuval Shai Svilam, killed in a gun battle with assailants near the Gush…

Security19h ago7·2 outlets

Two IDF Soldiers Killed in Attack Near Hebron

Two IDF soldiers, Sergeant Major Ron Yonatan Reutman, 23, and Sergeant Yuval Shai Suilam, 20, were killed in a terrorist attack near Hebron on Friday. Both soldiers were from the…

Security19h ago11·5 outlets

Two Israeli Soldiers Killed in Hebron Area Terror Attack

Two Israeli soldiers, Sergeant Major Ron Yonatan Reitman and Sergeant Yuval Shai Suilam, were killed in a terror attack at Yehuda Junction near Hebron on Friday. Three other soldi…

Security19h ago8

Two Israeli Soldiers Killed in Hebron Area Shooting Attack

The IDF has named Staff Sgt. Ron Yonatan Roitman, 23, and Sgt. Yuval Shai Svilam, 20, as the two soldiers killed in a shooting attack near Hebron. Three other soldiers sustained m…

Security19h ago·3 outlets

New Home Front Command Battalion Neutralizes Terrorists Hours After Formation

Fighters from the newly formed "Ari" battalion of the Home Front Command neutralized two terrorists at Yehuda Junction on Friday, just 72 hours after the battalion's establishment…

Security19h ago·2 outlets

Two IDF Soldiers Killed in Combat Near Hebron

Two IDF soldiers, Staff Sergeant Ron Yonatan Reutman and Sergeant Yuval Shai Soilem, were killed in combat near Hebron on October 23, 2026. They were serving in the "Ari" battalio…

Security19h ago·4 outlets

Two IDF Soldiers Killed in Attack Near Hebron; Netanyahu Orders Lockdown

Two IDF soldiers, Sgt. Maj. Ron Jonathan Reitman and Sgt. Yuval Shay Suilem, were killed in a shooting attack at Yehuda Junction near Hebron. Three other soldiers were injured. Th…

Security19h ago7·2 outlets

Two Palestinian Attackers Killed Near Hebron After Injuring Five

Two Palestinian militants linked to Hamas were killed by Israeli soldiers near Hebron on Friday after injuring five people in an attack. The attackers, who had a significant amoun…

Security20h ago

Helmet Cam Captures Dramatic Gun Battle and Chase After Terrorist

Helmet camera footage from Moshe Botvia, Security Officer of the Local Council of Kiryat Arba-Hebron, shows a dramatic gun battle and pursuit of terrorists. The footage captured t…

Security20h ago

Two IDF Soldiers Killed in Fatal Terror Attack at Yehuda Junction

The IDF has announced the deaths of Sergeant First Class Ron Yonatan Reitman and Sergeant Yuval Shai in a fatal terror attack at Yehuda Junction. Reitman, 23, was from Ashkelon, a…

Security20h ago

Two IDF Soldiers Killed in Hebron Attack

Two soldiers from the IDF's Combat Rescue Brigade were killed in a terrorist attack in Hebron on Thursday morning. The IDF spokesperson confirmed their deaths and offered condolen…

Security20h ago

Helmet Cam Captures Pursuit and Elimination of Terrorists Near Hebron

Helmet camera footage captured the pursuit and elimination of two Palestinian terrorists near Hebron on Friday, following a shooting attack that injured five people. Chief of Staf…

Security20h ago·2 outlets

Two Terrorists Killed in Shootout Near Hebron; PM Vows Action

Two people were killed and three wounded in a shooting attack near Hebron on Friday, carried out by two terrorists who were subsequently killed by Israeli forces after a 20-minute…

Security21h ago

IDF Units Deployed to Hebron for Counter-Terror Operations

Israeli special forces, including Duvdevan and Maglan units, have been deployed to Hebron and surrounding villages for counter-terrorism operations. A full closure has been impose…

World21h ago

Rabbis Celebrate Birthdays, IDF Promotes Officers, Injured Soldier Returns to Yeshiva

Several prominent figures and events are highlighted in Israeli society this week. Senior rabbis Dov Lior and Yaakov Ariel celebrated birthdays, while the IDF announced new brigad…

Security21h ago

IDF Demolishes Illegal Structures After West Bank Attack

Israeli security forces commenced operations to demolish illegal structures near the Yitzhar junction on Friday, following a deadly attack. The demolition is part of extensive cou…

Security22h ago

Golani Soldiers Share Trauma and Faith Struggles in Budapest

Dozens of Golani Brigade soldiers visited a Chabad House in Budapest for a respite after the "Swords of Iron" war. One soldier shared profound despair and faith struggles stemming…

Security22h ago

IDF Investigates Photographer's Presence at West Bank Terror Attack

The IDF is investigating how an AFP photographer obtained unusually clear footage of a terror attack near Yehuda Junction on Friday, where five people were injured. Security force…

Security22h ago

IDF Troops Revive 700-Year-Old Jewish Tradition on Lebanese Border

IDF soldiers from the Carmeli Brigade revived a 700-year-old Jewish tradition on Mount Betarim near the Lebanese border. The ceremony involved reading biblical verses about God's…

Security22h ago

IDF Soldier Indicted for Shooting, Seriously Wounding Palestinian Woman

An IDF soldier, Pinchas (Hasi) Shem Tov Ran, was indicted for shooting at a Palestinian vehicle in the West Bank on September 18, seriously wounding an 18-year-old woman. Prosecut…

Security22h ago6

IDF Chief of Staff Addresses Election Period Amidst West Bank Terror Attack

IDF Chief of Staff Eyal Zamir visited the site of a terror attack in the West Bank where two soldiers were killed, vowing to prevent enemies from influencing Israel, especially du…

Security22h ago

Newly Formed IDF Battalion Eliminates Terrorists After Target Shift

Fighters from the newly formed IDF Ari Battalion eliminated two terrorists in the West Bank after the attackers changed their target. The soldiers prevented a potentially more ser…

Culture23h ago

IDF Soldiers Revive 700-Year-Old Jewish Tradition on Mount Betarim

IDF soldiers from the Carmeli Brigade's 21st Battalion renewed a 700-year-old Jewish tradition on Mount Betarim near the Lebanese border. The soldiers recited biblical verses abou…

Security23h ago3

Hebron Residents Protest Opening of Junction to Arabs After Deadly Attack

Residents of the Hebron Hills held a prayer service and protest hours after a shooting attack wounded five people. The protest targeted the opening of a junction to Arab traffic…

Security23h ago

Security Officer Arrested by Shin Bet After Firing Incident

Pinchas Ran, a security officer and veteran reservist, was arrested by the Shin Bet and indicted following a shooting incident near Akarba in Samaria. Ran claims he fired into the…

Security1d ago

Israeli Security Coordinator Indicted for Shooting Palestinian Woman

An Israeli security coordinator, Pinchas Shem Tov Ran, has been indicted for shooting and seriously injuring an 18-year-old Palestinian woman in Aqraba. The indictment alleges he…

Security1d ago

IDF Foils Terror Plot Targeting Israeli Families in Judea

IDF troops in Judea stopped terrorists who were planning a significant attack against Israeli families. Ammunition was found in the terrorists' vehicle, and they were intercepted…

Security1d ago

Hamas Terrorists Emerge from Vehicle, Engage Forces in Gun Battle Near Hebron

Two Hamas terrorists emerged from a stolen vehicle and opened fire on Israeli forces at a checkpoint near the Yitzhar Junction. A 20-minute gun battle ensued, during which Israeli…

Security1d ago

Critically Wounded Golani Fighter Returns to Yeshiva After Two Years

Golani Brigade fighter Yochai Badlov, who was critically wounded by nine bullets in Gaza, has returned to the Yerucham Hesder Yeshiva after over two years of rehabilitation. He sh…

Security1d ago3

Gunmen Neutralized After Shooting Attack Near Hebron Wounds Six

Six people were injured in a shooting attack near Hebron on Friday morning, with two in critical condition. Two assailants were neutralized by Israeli soldiers after they opened f…

Economy1d ago

New District Planned for Northern Rishon LeZion with Housing and Business Space

The Israel Land Authority is planning a new urban district in northern Rishon LeZion called "Nahalat Tzafon," which includes approximately 1,550 housing units and 720,000 square m…

Security1d ago

Home Front Command Troops Neutralize Terrorists in Judea Junction Attack

Home Front Command soldiers eliminated two terrorists during a shooting attack at the Judea Junction. The troops were on a defense mission in the area when the incident occurred…

Security1d ago11·2 outlets

Five Wounded in Shooting Attack Near Judea Junction, Two Critically

A shooting attack near the Judea Junction left five people injured, two critically, on Tuesday morning. IDF forces neutralized two assailants, and searches were ongoing in the are…

Security1d ago2

US Congressional Candidate Among Dozens Arrested During West Bank Olive Harvest

Dozens of international and Israeli volunteers, including US congressional candidate Brad Lander, were arrested by Israeli forces during an olive harvest in the West Bank. The vol…

Security1d ago

Palestinians Film Exchange of Fire at Attack Site Near Hebron

Palestinians filmed an exchange of fire at the scene of a shooting attack near the Yehuda Junction, which injured several people. IDF forces pursued and neutralized the attackers…

Security1d ago

Two Terrorists Killed in Judea Junction Shooting Attack

The IDF announced the elimination of two terrorists in a shooting attack at the Judea Junction. Forces are conducting searches and have imposed a lockdown on nearby villages. The…

Security1d ago6·5 outlets

IDF Confirms Eliminating Terrorists, Imposes Curfew on West Bank Villages

The IDF confirmed the elimination of two terrorists after a shooting attack near the Yehuda Junction in the Judean Brigade area. Security forces are continuing search operations a…

Security1d ago

Two IDF Soldiers Killed in West Bank Shooting Attack

Two IDF soldiers, Sergeant Major Ron Yonatan Reutman and Sergeant Yuval Shai Suilam, were killed in a shooting attack at the Gush Etzion junction in the West Bank. The two Palesti…

Security1d ago

Female Officer Denied Entry to IDF Base Due to Gender

A female IDF logistics officer was denied entry to a military base on Mount Hermon to provide heating services because she is a woman. The incident occurred at the ultra-Orthodox…

Security1d ago

Foreign and Palestinian Activists Detained for Violating Military Order

Eleven foreign and Palestinian activists were detained on Thursday for violating a closed military zone order in the Judea Brigade area. The activists refused to comply with IDF s…