National Security Council
Israeli-media coverage mentioning National Security Council, translated into English and compared across sources. 48 recent stories.
Political and Military Leaders Clash Over Unpreparedness in West Bank Security Briefing
Following a last-minute security briefing on Jewish extremist violence in the West Bank, Israeli political and military leaders exchanged accusations over preparedness and coordin…
Israel Upgrades Greek Air Force Apache Helicopters Amid Rising Turkey Tensions
Greece is upgrading its Apache helicopters with Israeli Spike NLOS missiles and advanced electronics to counter Turkey. The €2.9 billion deal includes layered air defense systems…
US Sanctions on Iran Face Doubt Amid Disputed Oil Data and Regional Tensions
US claims of large-scale oil shipments through the Strait of Hormuz contradict independent data, casting doubt on sanctions' success against Iran. Analysts say US pressure has str…
Iran’s National Security Chief Sparks Controversy With Hardline Nuclear and Oil Export Remarks
Hossein Razai, Iran’s new National Security Council Secretary, has stirred controversy with hardline threats to halt oil exports and hints at reconsidering Iran’s nuclear policy…
Former National Security Official Talia Lanceri Joins Liberman, Rejects Arab Parties in Future Israeli Government
Talia Lanceri, a former Israeli national security official now with Yisrael Beiteinu, firmly rejects including Arab parties in the next government, citing security concerns after…
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…
Iran Threatens Saudi Arabia and UAE to Evacuate US Bases or Face Attack Amid New US Sanctions
Iran has threatened Saudi Arabia and the UAE to remove US military bases or face attacks amid new US sanctions announced by President Trump. US Treasury Secretary Mnuchin describe…
Netanyahu Reveals Iran Tried to Assassinate One of His Sons
Prime Minister Benjamin Netanyahu revealed that Iran tried to assassinate one of his sons, information previously censored. This disclosure coincides with plans to extend security…
Iran Threatens 'Earthquake' Response to US Economic Sanctions
The US plans unprecedented economic sanctions on Iran, prompting Tehran to threaten a powerful "earthquake" response, including blocking Gulf oil exports. Iranian officials warn n…
US Treasury to Announce New Sanctions on Iran Amid Economic Collapse and Stalled Talks
US Treasury Secretary Steven Mnuchin will announce new sanctions on Iran to intensify economic pressure amid stalled peace talks. The measures include threats of secondary sanctio…
Netanyahu and Defense Minister Katz Warn Hamas of IDF Evacuations Over Drone Launches from Gaza
Prime Minister Netanyahu and Defense Minister Katz warned Hamas that the IDF will evacuate civilians from areas in Gaza used for drone and balloon attacks if the launches continue…
IDF Prepares to Intensify Targeted Strikes in Gaza Following Kite Launches
The IDF is set to increase targeted strikes in Gaza following incendiary kite launches, with a direct warning issued to Hamas. Despite no incendiary devices being found on the kit…
Azerbaijan Mediates to Ease Tensions Between Israel and Turkey
Azerbaijan is mediating between Israel and Turkey to reduce military tensions and restore a coordination mechanism in Syria, building on past diplomatic efforts led by President I…
Iranian Security Chief Warns Gulf States Against Supporting US Pressure, Cites Trump’s Policies Fueling Nuclear Ambitions
Iran’s top security official Mohsen Rezai warns Gulf states against supporting US sanctions, threatens to disrupt oil routes, and blames Trump’s policies for increasing nuclear pr…
Iran Warns of Forceful Response if Trump Takes New Aggressive Steps
Iranian security chief Mohsen Rezaei warns the U.S. and Gulf states of a forceful response if President Trump pursues new aggressive measures, threatening to block oil exports thr…
Israeli Security Officials Warn of Escalation Risks in Turkey-Syria Conflict
Israeli security officials warn of escalating tensions with Turkey over military deployments in Syria following an Israeli airstrike, raising concerns about operational freedom fo…
Iran Warns Countries Supporting Sanctions Will Be Deemed Enemies
Iran's top security official warns countries supporting U.S. sanctions will be treated as enemies, amid escalating tensions and new sanctions plans. Iranian leaders call for inter…
Israeli Leadership Criticized for Lack of Clear Strategy in Iran Conflict
Retired Brigadier General Ran Kochav criticizes Israeli political leadership for lacking clear strategic direction in the conflict with Iran, despite strong military successes. He…
Iran Signals Escalation With New Offensive Strategy Against US Amid Rising Tensions
Iran's hardline leadership is adopting a new offensive strategy against the US amid unresolved tensions, focusing on advanced missile development, regional proxies, and targeted o…
Likud Needs Security Veteran Uzi Dayan on Knesset List to Secure Election Victory
Ahead of Israel's early elections, Likud is urged to secure retired Major General Uzi Dayan a spot on its Knesset list to strengthen its security expertise and improve electoral p…
Syria Reverses Decision, Declares Right to Retain Nuclear Material for Peaceful Use
Syria has retracted its earlier agreement to remove nuclear material from a secret site, asserting its right to retain it for peaceful uses under IAEA supervision. This reversal f…
Russia Nears Transfer of Jerusalem's Alexander Courtyard Ownership Amid Israeli Caution
Russia is close to finalizing the transfer of ownership of Jerusalem's Alexander Courtyard, a historic religious site, pending Israeli committee review. Israel remains cautious, w…
Israel Secures $3.4 Billion Greek Air Defense Deal Amid Rising Asian Demand
Greece is poised to approve a $3.4 billion Israeli air defense deal involving three systems amid rising regional threats. This follows Israel's largest export deals with Germany a…
Iran Plans Offensive Expansion in Gulf with Ground Raids and Energy Targeting
Iran Plans Offensive Expansion in Gulf and Possible Ground Raids in Kuwait Amid Regional Tensions
Arab intelligence uncovers Iran's strategic shift to offensive operations against Gulf states, including attacks on energy infrastructure and potential ground raids in Kuwait. Ira…
National Security Council Moves to Require Polygraph Tests for All Employees
Israel's National Security Council plans to require all employees to undergo periodic polygraph tests to improve access to classified intelligence, following security gaps exposed…
Jared Kushner Presses Netanyahu to Implement Gaza Ceasefire Plan Amid Rising US Pressure
Jared Kushner arrives in Israel to meet Prime Minister Netanyahu, urging implementation of a US-backed Gaza ceasefire and reconstruction plan. Following talks with Hamas in Egypt…
Trump Threatens to Declare Strait of Hormuz U.S. Territory Amid Iranian Defiance
President Trump declared plans to claim the Strait of Hormuz as U.S. territory, prompting Iran to reaffirm its control and set conditions for reopening the strategic waterway. Ira…
Israeli Authorities Search for Missing Mally and Liel Yahalomi in Vienna, No Terror Suspicion
Israeli Authorities Assess Disappearance of Mally and Liel Yehalomi in Austria as Non-Security Incident
Israeli mother and daughter Mally and Liel Yehalomi have been missing in Vienna since Friday, with Israeli and Austrian authorities investigating. Officials believe the disappeara…
Iran Strengthens Security Leadership Amid Rising Tensions with Israel and US
Iran has appointed Mohsen Rezaei as Secretary of its Supreme National Security Council amid rising tensions with Israel and the US, signaling a strategic security overhaul led by…
Iranian Official Rejects Ceasefire Extension, Accuses US of Violating Agreement
A senior Iranian official declared Iran will not extend the ceasefire with the US, accusing Washington of violating the agreement shortly after it was made. The announcement follo…
Former Israeli Deputy Chief Warns Trump Faces Political Risks Over Iran Strategy
Uzi Dayan, former Israeli military official, warns that U.S. President Trump risks political fallout if he fails to decisively weaken Iran amid ongoing tensions. Dayan stresses Is…
Beitar Jerusalem Faces Protests and Heightened Security Ahead of Vienna and Katowice Matches
Beitar Jerusalem faces protests in Vienna ahead of their UEFA Conference League match against Austria Wien, labeled as a racist club by local activists. Simultaneously, Hapoel Tel…
Iran Vows To Keep Strait of Hormuz Closed Until US Meets Demands
Iran's top security official Mohsen Rezaei announced the Strait of Hormuz will stay closed until the US ends its war and sanctions, releases frozen Iranian assets, and agrees to a…
Trump Pursues Economic Pressure on Iran Amid Ongoing Tensions and Election Considerations
President Trump is currently prioritizing economic sanctions and blockades against Iran to force concessions amid ongoing conflict, avoiding military strikes for now. Iran faces s…
Retired General Uzi Dayan Announces Run in Likud Primaries Bringing Security and Social Experience
Retired Major General Uzi Dayan announced his candidacy for the Likud party primaries, aiming to bring his extensive military and social experience to the national list for the up…
Iran's New Supreme Leader Mujtaba Khamenei Reshapes Security Command with Hardline Appointments
Iran's new Supreme Leader Mujtaba Khamenei has restructured the country's security leadership, appointing hardline commanders to key military and intelligence positions. This move…
Former Israeli National Security Chief Warns of Rising Conflict Potential with Turkey
Meir Ben Shabbat, former Israeli National Security Council head, warns that Turkey's regional ambitions and Erdogan's hostility increase the risk of conflict with Israel, urging c…
US, Israel, Syria, and IAEA Agree to Neutralize Secret Syrian Nuclear Site
The US, Israel, Syria, and the IAEA have secretly agreed to remove nuclear material from a covert Syrian site called Site 99 to prevent conflict. Israel threatened military action…
Iran's National Security Secretary Resigns Amid Power Struggles and Supreme Leader's Public Absence
Iran's Supreme National Security Council Secretary resigned and was replaced by a former Revolutionary Guards commander amid internal power struggles. Meanwhile, Supreme Leader Mo…
Israeli Defense Establishment Surprised by Netanyahu's Sudden Rejection of Gaza Withdrawal Plan
Israeli defense officials were caught off guard by Prime Minister Netanyahu's sudden rejection of a planned partial withdrawal from Gaza, learning of the decision through the medi…
Former National Security Chief Warns Israel Must Maintain 'Yellow Line' Against Hamas in Gaza
Giora Eiland, former Israeli National Security Council head, warns against the 15-point Gaza plan, urging Israel to maintain a strict security boundary and reject Gaza's rehabilit…
Iran Demands Extensive Conditions from US to Reopen Strait of Hormuz Amid Rising Tensions
Iran demands the US meet extensive conditions including ending hostilities and lifting sanctions before reopening the Strait of Hormuz, escalating regional tensions. Despite ongoi…
Veteran Likud MK Yuli Edelstein Set to Resign, Erez Tadmor to Replace Him
Likud MK Yuli Edelstein plans to resign from the Knesset to form a new political platform with Gilad Erdan, with Erez Tadmor set to replace him due to Tzachi Hanegbi's departure f…
Iran Sets Conditions for Reopening Strait of Hormuz, Rejects US Demands
Iran demands the US meet strict conditions including lifting sanctions and compensations before reopening the Strait of Hormuz, asserting control over the vital waterway and rejec…
Houthi Attacks Expose Saudi Arabia’s Vulnerabilities Amid Nuclear Ambitions
Saudi Arabia’s military weaknesses are exposed by recent Houthi attacks on key oil facilities, undermining Crown Prince Mohammed bin Salman’s ambitions for regional dominance and…
Iran Sets Demands Including US Compensation Before Reopening Strait of Hormuz
Iran is close to finalizing talks with Russia on the Strait of Hormuz but demands US compensation, asset releases, and lifting of blockades before reopening. The US has taken mili…
