National Security Council
Israeli-media coverage mentioning National Security Council, translated into English and compared across sources. 48 recent stories.
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…
Ex-IDF Chief Says Israel Must Be Ready to Strike Iran Without US Support
Former Israeli military leader Uzi Dayan stated Israel must be prepared to attack Iran without US involvement due to differing approaches. He criticized the US preference for nego…
Israeli Cabinet Clashes Over Gaza Peace Council Deal and Lebanon Escalation
In a tense Israeli Cabinet meeting, ministers clashed over the Gaza Peace Council deal and Lebanon escalation, criticizing Netanyahu and IDF Chief Zamir. Disputes focused on Hamas…
Netanyahu Demands Additional NIS 50 Billion for Security Budget Expansion Amid Treasury Tensions
Prime Minister Netanyahu has demanded an additional NIS 50 billion to Israel's planned decade-long security budget increase, raising tensions with the Finance Ministry. The Defens…
Shin Bet Chief Warns Israeli Cabinet Hamas Sees Gaza Peace Plan as Political Victory
Shin Bet chief David Zini warned Israel’s security cabinet that Hamas views the Gaza peace plan as a political win and is using disarmament talks to delay Israeli attacks. Most mi…
Israeli Security Officials Warn of Drone Attack Threat Amid Regional Tensions
Israeli security officials have warned lawmakers about a serious threat of drone attacks, prompting plans for a drone ban amid rising tensions with Iran. While no active explosive…
Iran Proposes Law to Ban US and Israeli Ships from Strait of Hormuz with Heavy Fines
Iran is moving forward with legislation to ban US and Israeli ships from the Strait of Hormuz, imposing heavy fines on violators. This law aims to strengthen Tehran's control over…
Phone Call May Have Revealed Location of Killed Iranian Security Chief Ali Larijani
Iranian security chief Ali Larijani was killed in a Tehran strike, with disputed reports on whether a phone call by his son revealed his location to Israel and the US. Iran denies…
Trump’s Tumultuous Iran Policy Challenges US-Israel Security Coordination
US President Donald Trump’s erratic approach to the Iran crisis has caused internal US intelligence rifts and declining public support, complicating coordination with Israel. Desp…
Iran and Oman Agree to Reopen Strait of Hormuz for 60 Days Without Transit Fees
Iran and Oman have agreed to reopen the strategic Strait of Hormuz for 60 days without charging transit fees, pending Iran's security council approval. The move aims to restore ma…
Israeli Defense Minister Holds Urgent Meeting on Drone Threat, Plans Immediate Response
Israeli Defense Minister Israel Katz held an urgent meeting with security officials to address the escalating drone threat, with Prime Minister Netanyahu and Katz advancing an imm…
Gadi Eizenkot Cautions Against Declaring Qatar an Enemy State Without Security Consultation
Gadi Eizenkot warned against Naftali Bennett's plan to declare Qatar an enemy state without thorough security consultations, stressing the need for careful policy decisions. He ac…
Gadi Eizenkot Proposes Detailed State Inquiry into October 7 Massacre and War
Gadi Eizenkot presented a detailed draft for a state commission to investigate the October 7 massacre and subsequent war, aiming for government approval. The commission would exam…
Only 18 of 82 Knesset Inquiries to Prime Minister Answered During 25th Knesset
During the 25th Knesset, only 18 out of 82 inquiries to the Prime Minister's Office were answered, with many key questions on security, the Qatargate scandal, and government compl…
US Issues Heightened Travel Warning for Belgium Over Crime, Terror, and Protests
The US State Department has upgraded Belgium's travel advisory to Level 2 due to increased crime, terror threats, and political protests. Tourists are warned to be vigilant, espec…
Trump’s Iran Threats Drive Israel’s Defense Costs to Over 51 Billion Shekels
Israel’s defense forces rapidly mobilized last weekend amid renewed threats from Iran following US President Trump’s warnings, driving defense costs above 51 billion shekels. Desp…
Iran Appoints Hardliner to Top Security Post, Signaling Tougher Stance Amid US Tensions
Iran's Supreme Leader Mojtaba Khamenei plans to replace the head of the Supreme National Security Council with hardliner Mohsen Rezaei, signaling a tougher stance amid US-Iran ten…
Multiple Countries Issue Severe Travel Warnings for Kenya Over Kidnapping, Terror, and Violent Crime Risks
The US, Canada, and Israel have issued heightened travel warnings for Kenya due to increased armed robberies, kidnapping threats, and terrorist activity, especially in northern co…
Iranian President Urges US to Honor June Memorandum Amid Rising Regional Tensions
Iranian President Masoud Pezhkian urges the US to honor a June memorandum of understanding amid rising regional tensions, with full backing from Iran's top security council. The c…
Iranian Leadership Divided Over War Strategy Amid Escalating US Tensions
Iran's leadership is sharply divided between hardliners demanding total military victory and moderates favoring negotiations amid escalating US tensions. The debate centers on war…
Israeli Drone and AI System Detects Wildfires Quickly Over Vast Areas
An Israeli collaboration has developed a drone and AI-based system that detects wildfires within minutes across large areas, even in smoke and darkness. The APUS 25 drone autonomo…
Israeli Security Officials Highlight Iranian Internal Divisions Amid Regional Tensions
Israeli security officials reveal deep divisions within Iran's leadership amid economic and military pressures, noting Iran's restraint in attacking Israel but growing internal un…
Former Israeli National Security Chief Warns Iran Nuclear Threat Is Israel’s Main Concern
Israel Faces Historic Low US Support, Urgently Needs New Strategic Alliance Approach
Israel faces unprecedented low support in the US less than three years after the October 7 attack, with bipartisan skepticism rising. Prime Minister Netanyahu’s visit underscores…
Netanyahu and Trump Hold Positive Meeting on Iran Amid Diplomatic Talks
Israeli Prime Minister Netanyahu and U.S. President Trump held a positive meeting in Washington focused on Iran, reaffirming their strong alliance amid ongoing diplomatic negotiat…
Israeli Officials Doubt Airstrike Can Destroy Iran’s Fordow Nuclear Site, Netanyahu Presents Intel to Trump
Israeli officials doubt an airstrike can effectively target Iran’s Fordow nuclear site, while Netanyahu shared intelligence with Trump during a high-level security meeting in Wash…
Four Senior Israeli Officials Wearing Kippahs Attend Netanyahu-Trump White House Meeting
Prime Minister Netanyahu met with U.S. President Trump at the White House, accompanied by four senior Israeli officials all wearing kippahs, highlighting their religious identity…
Netanyahu Meets Trump at White House to Discuss Iran and Regional Security
Israeli Prime Minister Benjamin Netanyahu met with U.S. President Donald Trump at the White House to discuss Iran’s nuclear program and regional security. Netanyahu presented inte…
Shin Bet Prepares Dedicated Cyber Unit to Protect Israel's October Elections from Foreign Interference
The Shin Bet has formed a dedicated cyber unit to protect Israel's October 27 Knesset elections from ideological attacks, candidate threats, and foreign interference, especially c…