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Hebrew daily newspaper and news site published in Tel Aviv. It publishes in English: we summarize its reports, link to the originals and compare them with 43 other newsrooms.
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Security · 3h ago · also in 2 newsroomsArbitrator Finds No Basis for Claims Against Ehud Barak's Spyware FirmAn arbitrator found no basis for claims that Ehud Barak's spyware firm harmed national security, ruling in favor of Barak and former Unit 8200 commander Ehud Schneorson. Venture capitalist Michael Eisenberg, who made the claims on X, acted out of "authentic concern," the arbitrator stated. The decision, which Eisenberg accepted, recommends he donate to wounded soldiers and is expected to become a court ruling.Security · 4h agoOtzma Yehudit Official Questioned for Assaulting PoliceItiel Neiman, director-general of the Otzma Yehudit party, was questioned by police on Sunday for allegedly assaulting officers at a West Bank settlement last month. Police suspect him of extortion, assault, and obstruction of justice. The incident occurred at a settlement in the West Bank.Security · 4h agoIsraeli Troops in Syria Face Boredom, Tension Amid Unclear MissionIsraeli soldiers in Syria's Golan Heights report boredom and tension due to a lack of clear mission, resorting to simulated hostile operations. An officer warns this could create new enemies. The deployment, following the Assad regime's collapse, reflects Prime Minister Netanyahu's security outlook, prioritizing territorial occupation over political arrangements.Security · 8h agoOff-Duty Border Police Officer Questioned After Shooting DriverAn off-duty Border Police officer shot and seriously wounded a driver in northern Israel on Saturday. The officer claimed the driver was operating his vehicle dangerously and nearly hit him and two women. He was questioned by the police misconduct unit and placed under five days of house arrest.Security · 11h ago · also in 1 newsroomPress Council Demands Action Over Police Inaction During Photographer's AssaultThe Israel Press Council condemned an assault on Haaretz photographer Itai Ron by right-wing activists during a Saturday demonstration in Herzliya. The council criticized police for failing to intervene and stated it would hold the Border Police chief responsible. The demonstration was held outside the home of Yashar leader Gadi Eisenkot.Security · 12h ago · also in 11 newsroomsIDF Strikes Hamas Rafah Brigade Commander in GazaThe Israeli military announced Sunday that it killed Samir Abu Younis, the commander of Hamas' military wing in Rafah, southern Gaza, in an airstrike. Abu Younis had taken over command of the Rafah operations in September after his predecessor was killed by Israel.Security · 21h ago · also in 15 newsroomsBrother of Kafr Manda Grenade Victim Blasts Police, Community Over InactionLina Qassem Zidan was killed by a grenade explosion in a Kafr Manda candy store on Saturday while buying her son's wedding cake. Her brother condemned police and community inaction against crime, telling Haaretz that she was the family's sole breadwinner and her disabled husband was also wounded in the attack. He asserted that perpetrators are known but not apprehended.Security · 21h agoMan Fatally Shot in Central Israeli Arab City; Homicides RiseMohammad Yazan, 59, was shot and killed by two masked men in the Arab city of Taibeh on Saturday. Police suspect a criminal motive for the attack. This shooting is part of a larger increase in homicides, with 238 people killed in Israel this year, including 197 Arabs.Security · 22h ago · also in 1 newsroomRight-Wing Activists Attack Haaretz Photographer Outside Gadi Eisenkot's HomeRight-wing activists assaulted Haaretz photographer Itai Ron outside the home of Gadi Eisenkot in Herzliya on Saturday. Police officers witnessed the attack but did not intervene. The activists were protesting Eisenkot's potential cooperation with Arab parties, chanting "Don't form a government with terrorists."Security · 1d ago · also in 19 newsroomsGrenade Attack in Northern Israel Kills One, Wounds ThreeA woman was killed and three others were injured in Kafr Manda, northern Israel, on Saturday when a grenade was thrown at a candy store. Police are investigating the incident, and the motive remains unknown. The attack occurred in a predominantly Arab town.Security · 1d agoTrump May Delay Iran Strikes Unless Provoked, Sources SayU.S. President Donald Trump has told advisers he may hold off on attacking Iran if no new provocations occur. Saudi Arabia and Turkey have urged restraint, while Israel pushes for military action. U.S. intelligence believes strikes would not alter Iran's negotiating demands.Security · 1d ago · also in 4 newsroomsIsraeli Arab Man Charged With Triple Murder and ArsonOmri Abu Samak, a 27-year-old Israeli Arab man, has been charged with the murder of three young men from Jaljulya. The victims, two brothers and their teenage cousin, were shot and burned in a car in September. Prosecutors allege Abu Samak and three accomplices carried out the killings before the accomplices fled the country.Security · 1d ago · also in 1 newsroomGaza Child Burn Victim's Care Hindered by Israeli Aid RestrictionsA six-year-old Gaza girl, Masa Yassin, is experiencing treatment difficulties for severe burns due to Israeli restrictions on Doctors Without Borders. The aid group cannot import necessary supplies, including materials to make a new mask for the child. Israel has reportedly barred the organization's imports and international staff from entering Gaza.Security · 1d agoUN Nuclear Watchdog Growing Concerned Over Iran's Isfahan PlantThe UN nuclear watchdog is increasingly concerned about Iran's undeclared uranium enrichment plant in Isfahan. Iran declared the facility last year but has not allowed inspectors access. In March, the IAEA chief stated that a significant amount of Iran's highly enriched uranium was believed to be in a tunnel complex at Isfahan.Security · 2d ago · also in 1 newsroomIsraeli Shelling Kills Three in Gaza, Including ChildIsraeli artillery shelling in Deir al-Balah, central Gaza, killed three people, including a woman and a father with his 12-year-old son, on Friday. At least 20 others were wounded. Reports indicate Israel struck the area again as rescue efforts were underway.Security · 2d ago · also in 15 newsroomsMossad Chief Meets U.S. Officials Over Iran Amid Israeli War PushMossad Director Roman Gofman met with U.S. officials in Washington on Friday to discuss Iran. The meetings coincide with caretaker Prime Minister Benjamin Netanyahu's push for military action against the country. Israel is reportedly trying to persuade the U.S. administration to join an attack on Iran.Security · 2d agoTrump Declares Iran War Over, Partners Seek ResolutionU.S. President Donald Trump declared the war with Iran "effectively over" on Monday, stating the U.S. will maintain the status quo. However, Iran retains its uranium and control of the Strait of Hormuz, while Gulf states bear the damage and Israel refuses to wait for a nuclear Iran.Security · 2d agoIDF Arrests Over 55 Palestinians in West Bank Amid Terror SuspicionsThe Israel Defense Forces arrested over 55 Palestinians in the West Bank this week, suspecting them of terrorist involvement and links to Hamas and Islamic Jihad. The military confiscated weapons and noted alleged plans for Molotov cocktail attacks. The operation targeted individuals believed to be planning attacks against Israeli forces.Security · 2d ago · also in 13 newsroomsPolice Snipers Deployed in Rahat to Curb Shooting IncidentsIsraeli police deployed snipers on rooftops in the Bedouin city of Rahat on Friday to address a surge in shootings. The mayor requested personal security for residents, stating that crime has nearly stopped since police intervention. The operation is intended to reduce crime rates in the city.Security · 2d ago · also in 14 newsroomsIsraeli Arrested in Central Israel on Bulgaria Murder WarrantIsraeli police arrested a 32-year-old man in Bat Yam on Friday based on an international warrant. He is suspected of involvement in the murder of an Israeli citizen at a Sofia metro station about a month ago. The suspect will face a court hearing before being extradited to Bulgaria.Security · 2d agoIDF Judge Frees Palestinian Journalist, Then Re-Detains HimAn Israeli military court judge ordered the release of Palestinian journalist Samer Khuwaira due to insufficient evidence for incitement charges. Immediately after, the judge approved his administrative detention, a measure allowing for extended imprisonment without trial based on classified evidence. Khuwaira was arrested two weeks ago after discussing his alleged prison experiences.Security · 2d agoAncient Israelite Kingdom, Not Tyre, May Have Pioneered Industrial Purple Dye ProductionArchaeological research at Tel Shiqmona in Israel suggests the Kingdom of Israel, not Tyre, pioneered industrial-scale purple dye production around 950 BCE. Excavations revealed large pottery vats and evidence of mass production, indicating a collaboration between the Israelite kingdom and local Phoenicians. This challenges the long-held belief that Tyre was the origin of this luxury industry, attributing that status to a later period. The findings suggest a "retroactive branding" of Tyre based on its later prominence.Security · 2d agoIsraeli Officials Aware of Witness Funds to Netanyahu Lawyer's FirmIsraeli law enforcement knew for months about over $1 million in funds transferred from a witness in Prime Minister Benjamin Netanyahu's corruption case to his lawyer's firm. The firm of attorney Amit Hadad reportedly received $1.25 million from Australian billionaire James Packer, but no investigation has been launched.Security · 3d agoIsrael Seeks Removal of Over 186,000 Arabic Social Media PostsIsrael's State Prosecutor's Office has asked social media platforms to remove over 186,000 posts, mostly in Arabic, between May 2024 and September 2026. The Justice Ministry reported 99% of these posts were linked to suspected incitement to terror. A rights group, however, claims that similar content in other languages remains online.Security · 3d agoEx-Mossad Chief Barnea to Address German Parliament Amid Arrest CallsFormer Mossad chief David Barnea will brief German lawmakers at a Green Party-hosted event in Berlin this month. The European Center for Constitutional and Human Rights has urged Germany to arrest Barnea, alleging his involvement in war crimes. Barnea led the Mossad during the October 7 attacks.Security · 3d ago · also in 9 newsroomsElection Committee Chief Finds No 'Actual Evidence' of Foreign InterferenceCentral Elections Committee Chairman Noam Sohlberg announced Thursday that classified information from the Shin Bet concerning suspected foreign interference in Israeli elections has not yet yielded "actual evidence." While the information warrants further investigation, Sohlberg noted it might never produce concrete proof. He also criticized leaks from the probe as detrimental to its progress.Security · 3d agoNobel Laureate Navi Pillay Accuses Israel of Genocide in GazaNobel Peace Prize laureate Navi Pillay, a prominent jurist, believes Israel has committed genocide in Gaza and wishes to speak directly to Israelis. The 85-year-old shared personal recollections of South Africa's apartheid era during an interview.Security · 3d agoSettlers Injure Five Palestinians in West Bank AttackFive Palestinians were injured, one seriously, in a settler attack in the West Bank village of Atara on Thursday. The incident was reported by the Israeli rights group Yesh Din and the Palestinian news agency Wafa. The Israeli military also announced it had cleared two illegal West Bank outposts associated with violence.Security · 3d agoOrthodox Rabbi Benny Lau Tackles Settler ViolenceRabbi Benny Lau, a supporter of the settlement project, is actively working to address settler violence by engaging directly with communities in the West Bank. He traveled to speak with settlers and Palestinians in the months before Israel's national election, discovering a darker reality than he anticipated.Security · 3d ago · also in 8 newsroomsGaza Hospitals Hit in Israeli Strikes; 7 DeadAn Israeli strike near Shifa Hospital in Gaza City on Thursday killed one person, bringing the day's total death toll from Israeli strikes to nine. Earlier, an attack on Nasser Hospital in Khan Yunis killed six people, including a surgeon. The Israeli military claimed it targeted Hamas operatives at Nasser Hospital.Security · 3d ago · also in 3 newsroomsIsraeli Strike on Gaza Hospital Kills Four, Civil Defense ReportsAn Israeli airstrike near Nasser Hospital in Khan Yunis, southern Gaza, killed at least four people and wounded several others early Thursday, according to Gaza's civil defense. The incident occurred while cease-fire talks remain stalled and military operations continue in the region.Security · 3d ago · also in 1 newsroomIsrael Detains 49 Syrians Since Regime Change; Families Seek AnswersIsrael has detained 49 Syrians since December 2024 after seizing a UN buffer zone in southern Syria, with 16 already released. Families of the remaining 33 are seeking information about their loved ones' condition and whereabouts, reporting unanswered appeals to Syrian authorities and the UN. Allegations of abuse and torture have also surfaced from former detainees.Security · 3d ago · also in 1 newsroomIsrael's High Court Allows Prison Visit Restrictions for Red CrossIsrael's High Court of Justice has allowed the Israel Prison Service to impose new restrictions on visits by the International Committee of the Red Cross to security prisoners. These restrictions limit the number of meetings, their duration, and the ability to request medical exams. The court's decision follows its earlier ruling that mandated such visits be allowed.Security · 4d ago · also in 1 newsroomPolice Arrested Rape Suspect Weeks After Assault, DNA MatchIsraeli police arrested a rape suspect more than two weeks after an alleged assault, following his return to the victim's home. The suspect, a convicted sex offender, allegedly returned to the complainant's residence twice after the initial incident, including once after his DNA had been matched by police.Security · 4d agoIsrael Grapples With Drone Threat After Netanyahu Highlights DangerPrime Minister Benjamin Netanyahu has highlighted the growing threat of drone attacks to Israel, ranking them second only to nuclear weapons. Recent operations by Ukraine and Israel against Russia and Iran, respectively, demonstrate the sophisticated use of drones. However, Israeli experts suggest the country is not fully prepared for surprise drone swarm attacks originating from within its borders, with potential targets including critical infrastructure and leadership. Efforts are underway to enhance detection and interception capabilities, alongside a temporary ban on certain types of drones.Security · 4d agoIsraeli Strikes Kill Six Palestinians in Gaza Amid Cease-Fire TalksIsraeli airstrikes and gunfire killed at least six Palestinians in Gaza on Wednesday, according to local reports. The Gaza Health Ministry reported that since an October 2025 cease-fire, 1,622 Palestinians have died and 5,878 have been injured. The total casualty count since October 7, 2023, is 74,653 dead and 176,007 wounded.Security · 4d ago · also in 3 newsroomsIsrael Police Arrest Two Hamas Operatives in West Bank RaidsIsraeli forces arrested three wanted suspects in the West Bank overnight, including two Hamas operatives. Police stated the detainees are suspected of advancing terror activities and actions targeting Israeli security forces. The arrests occurred during overnight raids.Security · 4d ago · also in 2 newsroomsShin Bet Chief Authorizes Special Measures in Foreign Election Interference ProbeShin Bet chief David Zini has authorized special investigative measures to probe alleged foreign election interference. The probe is reportedly diverting resources from national security missions, according to a senior defense official. Law enforcement officials noted significant efforts within the agency to comply with the Shin Bet chief's directives.Security · 4d ago · also in 10 newsroomsRafael Unveils New AI-Assisted Cruise Missile With Heavy WarheadIsraeli firm Rafael Advanced Defense Systems has launched a new AI-assisted cruise missile, the Super Ice, capable of carrying a 1,000-pound warhead. The missile can strike targets hundreds of miles away using its advanced navigation system. The announcement comes after cruise missiles were used in an incident in March that killed over 170 people.Security · 4d ago · also in 1 newsroomUN Accuses Israel of Hindering Gaza Flood EvacuationsA United Nations agency accused Israel of restricting Gazan civilians' ability to evacuate flooded areas over the weekend. The UN report also stated Israel is preventing essential equipment from entering Gaza for infrastructure repairs damaged by heavy rains. The floods affected 200,000 residents and destroyed 40,000 tents.Security · 4d ago · also in 2 newsroomsJewish Burial Group Blocks Silwan Road Used by Palestinian FamiliesHevra Kadisha, an Israeli burial organization, has blocked the only road to about 20 Palestinian families' homes in Silwan, East Jerusalem, claiming it crosses an ancient Jewish cemetery. Residents dispute the claim and say the closure particularly affects elderly and disabled individuals. The organization's action has cut off essential access for these families.Security · 4d agoRights Group Accuses Israel of Ignoring Detained Gaza Doctor's Declining HealthPhysicians for Human Rights-Israel claims Israeli authorities are neglecting the deteriorating health of Dr. Hussam Abu Safiya, director of Gaza's Kamal Adwan Hospital, who has been held without trial since December 2024. A medical report highlights significant weight loss and uninvestigated blood test abnormalities. This contradicts Israeli court findings on his condition.Security · 4d agoIDF Uses Water Access as Pressure Tactic in West BankThe Israeli military is reportedly restricting water access in West Bank communities like Ras al-Ahmar and Masafer Yatta, cutting pipes and blocking roads. The IDF cites firing zones for preventing residents from obtaining supplies, and the High Court has declined to intervene. This tactic is seen as a way to pressure residents to leave their homes.Security · 4d agoPolice Find Shin Bet Evidence Insufficient to Question Former MK OdehIsrael Police have determined that evidence provided by the Shin Bet security agency is insufficient to question former Joint List leader Ayman Odeh. The police described the evidence as "meager and thin" and insufficient to proceed with questioning Odeh under caution regarding alleged funds from the Palestinian Authority.Security · 4d agoFake Iranian Accounts Promoted Netanyahu Before Israeli ElectionA network of 1,653 social media accounts, posing as Iranians, amplified posts by Benjamin Netanyahu and urged Israelis to vote for him in Hebrew. After the election, these accounts returned to discussing Iran, and their operators are unknown. One account posted an appeal to Israeli voters in Persian, which was then translated into Hebrew by another account on election day.Security · 5d agoPalestinian University President Claims IDF Beat Him During West Bank RaidDirar Aliyan, a Palestinian professor and UK citizen, claims IDF troops raided his West Bank apartment and beat him while searching for his nephew. The alleged assault occurred Wednesday night while Aliyan was asleep and connected to a breathing machine. He stated the soldiers knew his nephew lived upstairs.Security · 5d agoThree Palestinians, Including a Child, Killed in Gaza StrikesThree Palestinians, including a child, were killed and 16 wounded in Israeli strikes across the Gaza Strip in the past 24 hours. One person was shot by the IDF outside Israeli control, while two others died in a drone strike southeast of Gaza City. Medical sources confirmed the casualty numbers.Security · 5d agoDoctors Protest Scabies Epidemic in Israeli PrisonsSix hundred twenty-seven Israeli health professionals are demanding answers after a Palestinian teenager suffered severe complications from untreated scabies in an Israeli prison. They allege a widespread scabies epidemic in prisons is torturing thousands of Palestinian detainees. The Prison Service has denied wrongdoing.Security · 5d agoIsrael Halts Gaza Sewage Plant Repairs Amid Security ConcernsIsrael has delayed repairs to Gaza's central wastewater treatment plant, months after Prime Minister Netanyahu agreed to advance rehabilitation. The Board of Peace is urging Israel to allow repairs and humanitarian supplies into the Strip, but Israel fears Hamas could repurpose materials. The project had been coordinated with the UN.Security · 6d agoIsraeli Settlers Torch Palestinian Vehicles Near NablusIsraeli settlers set fire to six vehicles in Beita, south of Nablus, on Monday. The incident occurred as settlers and soldiers reportedly drove Palestinian olive harvesters off their land. Separately, soldiers arrested a 12-year-old boy based on settler claims of rock-throwing.Security · 6d agoIsrael Mocks Gaza Suffering Amidst Flooding, Critics SayTens of thousands of displaced Palestinians in Gaza are enduring flooding in makeshift shelters, with over 19,000 families affected according to UNICEF. During this crisis, official Israeli social media accounts have reportedly mocked the suffering of Gazans. Critics argue this demonstrates Israel making light of the consequences of its actions.Security · 6d ago · also in 15 newsroomsIranian Hacker Group Leaves Threatening Leaflets in Tel AvivLeaflets from the Iran-linked Handala hacking group, threatening Israeli civilians and infrastructure, were distributed in north Tel Aviv mailboxes. The group directs readers to a website warning of retaliation for attacks on 'resistance front' energy infrastructure. Police reported the incident on Monday.Security · 6d ago · also in 1 newsroomIsrael Designates Flydubai Hijacking Attempt as Terror AttackIsrael has declared the September attempted hijacking of a flydubai flight to Tel Aviv a terror attack. This decision by the Defense Ministry makes passengers eligible for financial aid. The National Insurance Institute will manage the continued care for those impacted by the incident.Security · 6d ago · also in 16 newsrooms11 Arrested in Lod After Far-Right March Sparks Jewish-Arab ClashesPolice arrested 11 people in Lod, Israel, after clashes between Jewish and Arab residents broke out following a far-right "governance march." The city's mayor blamed outside extremists for inflaming tensions and warned of further escalation, reporting contact with the Shin Bet chief.Security · 6d agoGaza Floods Displace Over 100,000 Amid Disease Outbreak FearsOver 100,000 people in Gaza were displaced after heavy weekend rains flooded more than 19,000 tents, according to UNICEF. The flooding exacerbates the existing humanitarian crisis, as nearly all residents live in tents. Medical professionals are warning of a potential increase in infectious diseases due to the unsanitary and crowded conditions.Security · 6d ago · also in 3 newsroomsShin Bet Interrogated Arab Journalist on Political Views, InterviewThe Shin Bet security service interrogated an Arab Israeli journalist about his political views and an interview with a former lawmaker living in Qatar. Investigators reportedly asked about his opinions on Israel as a Jewish state and specific parties. The journalist was freed after several days and called the interrogation a political witch hunt.Security · 7d ago · also in 3 newsroomsMan Indicted for Murdering Ex-Wife Before SonEifram Malda, 47, was indicted on Sunday by Israel's Southern District Prosecutor's Office for murdering his ex-wife. The alleged murder took place last month in front of their five-year-old son. Malda is accused of stabbing the victim to death.Security · 7d agoIsrael to Release Body of Palestinian Teen Who Died of Malnutrition in PrisonIsraeli authorities will release the body of 17-year-old Palestinian Waleed Ahmad to his family for burial. Ahmad died in Megiddo Prison in March 2025 after suffering severe malnutrition, with a judge ruling he was likely starved. The state agreed to the release after a High Court hearing.Security · 7d ago · also in 10 newsroomsThree Israeli Daycare Workers Indicted for Abusing Over 400 CountsThree daycare workers in Ariel, West Bank, face over 400 charges of aggravated abuse and assault against 17 infants and toddlers. Prosecutors allege the workers inflicted physical and mental harm, including exposure to violence. The State Prosecutor's Central District Office filed the indictment.Security · 7d ago · also in 1 newsroomOnline Anti-Druze Incitement Surges Post-Election, Watchdog ReportsOnline incitement targeting Israel's Druze community has more than doubled since the election, a watchdog report states. FakeReporter found that accounts accusing the Druze of betraying Prime Minister Netanyahu and linking them to Hamas are connected to his supporters. The posts also call for the expulsion of Druze from Israel.Security · 7d ago · also in 1 newsroomIsrael to Deport 14 Foreign Pro-Palestinian Activists Arrested in West BankFourteen foreign pro-Palestinian activists arrested in the West Bank on Friday will be deported from Israel. Police stated the activists, along with three Palestinians, were detained for public disorder and violating instructions. The Palestinians are still under investigation.Security · 7d ago · also in 1 newsroomEx-Shin Bet Chief Warns Election Probe Could Harm Public TrustFormer Shin Bet chief Ami Ayalon warned that the agency's investigation into election interference risks damaging public trust. He stated that the Shin Bet must serve the public interest and cross-reference intelligence. Ayalon confirmed he discussed the probe with current Shin Bet chief David Zini.Security · 7d agoShin Bet Chief Reassigns Officials in Election Interference ProbeShin Bet Director David Zini has removed senior officials with opposing views from an investigation into alleged foreign interference in the recent election. The probe reportedly targets Arab party leaders without presented evidence. An official criticized Zini's actions as an attempt to exclude dissenting voices from the investigation.Security · 7d ago · also in 3 newsroomsPhilly Jewish Leaders Urge Calm Amid Planned Restaurant BoycottJewish leaders in Philadelphia are urging calm ahead of a planned pro-Palestinian "boycott ride" targeting six restaurants. While initially encouraging support for the businesses, leaders now fear counter-protests could lead to clashes. The boycott is set to take place on Sunday.Security · 8d agoSettlers Set Fire to Vehicles in West Bank VillageIsraeli settlers were filmed setting fire to vehicles in Beit Ummar on Wednesday night. Extremist "hilltop youth" groups claimed responsibility, alleging settlers were attacked and showing footage of villagers throwing stones.Security · 8d ago · also in 7 newsroomsGaza Faces Humanitarian Crisis as Storms Flood Tent CampsGaza's emergency services warned of a humanitarian crisis as heavy rain and strong winds hit the Palestinian territories and Israel. Over 1,500 distress calls were reported by the Palestinian Civil Defense, with ongoing rescue efforts. Israel has also issued flood warnings for its coastal areas and the Judean Desert.Security · 8d agoIDF Expels Thousands From Homes in Hebron, Finds Few WeaponsApproximately 3,300 Palestinians were expelled from their homes in Hebron by the IDF on October 23, following an attack by two residents. The residents were allowed to return ten days later, on Monday, after the IDF found only four weapons. The action is described as collective punishment.Security · 8d ago · also in 5 newsroomsWoman Found Stabbed to Death in Central Israeli City; Husband SuspectedA woman was found stabbed to death in Tira, a city in central Israel, on Saturday. Police suspect her husband, who has a reported history of drug use, of the murder. This incident contributes to a total of 235 people killed in Israel since the beginning of the year, according to Haaretz.Security · 8d agoTwo Israelis Charged in $129 Million AI Fraud SchemeTwo Israelis and a Spanish national face U.S. charges for an alleged $129 million fraud scheme using AI to impersonate executives and lawyers. The suspects are accused of tricking employees into transferring funds to controlled bank accounts. The charges include fraud, impersonation, and money laundering, stemming from an FBI investigation.Security · 8d agoRussia May Supply Iran With Advanced Air Defense SystemsRussia is reportedly in talks to supply Iran with advanced air defense systems, according to The Telegraph. This comes as Tehran has signaled a willingness to resume nuclear negotiations with Washington. The potential arms deal indicates closer military ties between Iran and Russia.Security · 8d ago · also in 3 newsroomsIDF West Bank Commander Knew of Settler Entry, Sources ClaimThe head of the IDF Central Command knew about settlers' plans to enter Palestinian homes near Jericho and allegedly kept senior commanders uninformed, according to sources. This coordination reportedly diverted three army platoons from their duties, contradicting the military's initial statement.Security · 9d agoEx-Israeli Security Chiefs Now Defend Palestinians in West BankFormer senior Israeli security officials are now protecting Palestinians in the West Bank from soldiers and settlers. Retired Brig. Gen. Joel Feldschuh was among two activists arrested last month while assisting Palestinians with an olive harvest in Duma, Nablus district. The arrests drew significant media attention due to Feldschuh's prominent background.Security · 9d agoShin Bet Questions Bedouin Activists Amid Election Funding ProbeThe Shin Bet security service questioned at least six Bedouin activists from southern Israel about alleged election funding violations. Two activists reported being strip-searched, and one claimed threats were made to extract a confession about Qatari funding. The agency has reportedly not provided evidence to the attorney general.Security · 9d agoSeven Shootings Leave Four Dead, Eight Injured Across IsraelFour men were killed and eight others injured in seven shooting incidents across Israel on Thursday evening. Police suspect criminal motives behind the attacks. The shootings bring the total number of murder victims in Israel this year to 235, including 194 Arabs.Security · 9d agoIsrael Demolishes Bedouin Homes in West Bank's E1 AreaThe Israel Defense Forces have begun demolishing homes in a Bedouin community in the E1 area, east of Jerusalem, as part of a plan to build over 3,400 new settlement units. The mayor of Ma'aleh Adumim confirmed the municipality's demand for the demolitions, stating an agreement was made with the Civil Administration chief to clear the structures.Security · 9d agoShin Bet Chief Consults Ex-Leader on Election Interference ProbeShin Bet chief David Zini presented classified intelligence on foreign election interference to former security officials, including ex-chief Ami Ayalon. The officials recommended investigating suspected foreign funding of Arab parties but advised against undermining the election results. Zini sought their opinion on launching a security probe.Security · 9d agoSettlers Rebuild West Bank Outpost on Palestinian LandSettlers reportedly rebuilt an outpost near a Palestinian family's home in the South Hebron Hills village of Wadi al-Rahim on Thursday, after it was evacuated the night before. Palestinian media reported the incident.Security · 9d agoFour Palestinians Killed in Gaza Strikes and GunfireFour Palestinians, including a woman and a boy, were killed and several others wounded in Gaza on Thursday by Israeli strikes and gunfire, Arab media reported. Two died in strikes in central Gaza, one in a tent for displaced people. A woman and a boy were killed in separate incidents by Israeli gunfire.Security · 10d agoPolice Investigation Closed Against Officer Who Interrupted CPRAn investigation into a police officer who interrupted CPR at an anti-war rally has been closed by the Justice Ministry. Volunteer doctor Udi Baharav, who was attempting to treat an unconscious protester, claims the officer blocked him and that police are obstructing the investigation against the officer. Baharav himself was questioned for allegedly assaulting a police officer.Security · 10d agoIsrael Plans First Connected Wildlife Crossings for Endangered GazellesIsrael is advancing plans for its first connected series of wildlife crossings in the south, including a bridge over Route 6. The project aims to reconnect endangered gazelle populations separated by roads and a railway line. These elevated crossings will allow animals to move safely over major infrastructure.Security · 10d ago · also in 5 newsroomsMassive Cigarette Smuggling Ring Into Gaza UncoveredIsraeli customs seized over $63 million worth of smuggled cigarettes hidden in flour shipments arriving from Egypt at Ashdod Port. This incident is the latest in a series of smuggling attempts, with five other cigarette seizures occurring at Egyptian-Israeli crossings in the last two weeks. Hamas has vowed to stop taxing imports into Gaza following a strike by local merchants protesting the revenue-generating taxes.Security · 10d agoIDF Reserve Duty Days Used as Currency Amidst Iranian ThreatReserve duty days in the IDF are allegedly being used as a currency for non-essential expenses, including hiring civilian labor and purchasing gifts for officers. This comes as the military has been on high alert for three weeks due to a potential Iranian attack, with Israeli warplanes reportedly striking targets in Syria. The cost of this prolonged readiness is estimated to be hundreds of millions of shekels.Security · 10d ago · also in 4 newsroomsHerzog Warns Netanyahu of Escalating Jewish Terrorism in West BankIsraeli President Isaac Herzog sent a warning letter to Prime Minister Benjamin Netanyahu last month about escalating Jewish extremist violence in the West Bank. Herzog stated Israel is "one step away from disaster" and could face "civil war" if the violence continues. He called for an emergency plan including investigations and imprisonment without trial.Security · 10d ago · also in 2 newsroomsIsraeli Settlers Occupy Palestinian Homes Near JerichoIsraeli settlers moved into several Palestinian homes in the Ein a-Duyuk a-Tahta neighborhood near Jericho last week. West Bank authorities claim entitlement to the properties, citing state ownership of the land. Residents reportedly fled the area fearing attacks.Security · 10d agoMossad Chief Replaces Top Official Amid Management Shake-UpMossad Director Roman Gofman is replacing the head of the agency's Caesarea combat unit, marking the third senior officer fired under his leadership. The new head of Caesarea is considered close to Gofman and lacks prior Mossad experience. Gofman has reportedly dismissed about a quarter of the agency's management since beginning his term.Security · 11d agoShin Bet, IDF Knew Hamas Chief Deif Went Underground Before Oct. 7Shin Bet and IDF intelligence learned hours before the October 7 attack that Hamas military chief Mohammed Deif had entered a Gaza tunnel. A joint investigation found intelligence analysis and decision-making failures but did not attribute negligence to any specific party. The military stated the full picture was not understood that night.Security · 11d ago · also in 1 newsroomEx-Officials Slam Shin Bet Chief Over Unsubstantiated Election Probe DemandsFormer Israeli security and law enforcement chiefs condemned Shin Bet chief David Zini for demanding investigations into Arab party leaders without evidence. They warned that the move could constitute political intervention and undermine public trust in the electoral process, threatening Israel's democratic system.Security · 11d ago · also in 9 newsroomsShin Bet Chief Faces Backlash Over Election Probe HandlingShin Bet chief David Zini is facing criticism following reports that he sought to question Arab lawmakers about suspected foreign election interference without evidence and withheld information from senior officials. The election chief confirmed that results will be published as planned, despite the controversy surrounding the investigation.Security · 11d ago · also in 15 newsroomsIsrael Shares Intelligence With U.S. on Iran's Chemical Weapons PlansIsrael has shared intelligence with the U.S. indicating Iran may be considering the use of chemical weapons. U.S. agencies have tracked Iran's chemical weapons research, but remain divided on whether Tehran would use them. Israel's shared assessments with Gulf states were met with skepticism.Security · 11d agoIDF Arrests Palestinian Journalist After Prison Conditions InterviewThe Israel Defense Forces arrested Palestinian journalist Samer Khuwaira on Sunday night. The arrest followed an interview Khuwaira gave to Haaretz detailing harsh prison conditions during his prior nine-month administrative detention. He was released in January without charge but has now been detained again for alleged online terror incitement.Security · 12d agoGaza Reports Israeli Strike Kills Teen GirlPalestinian media reported that an Israeli drone strike on a tent camp in Gaza City killed a 17-year-old girl and wounded others on Tuesday. Israel also closed the Rafah crossing, citing gunfire and shelling, and detained 11 Palestinians, including a student heading to Italy.Security · 12d agoIDF Sources Report Surge in Settler Violence During West Bank Outpost RemovalsIDF sources report a rise in violence from Israeli settlers during attempts to remove illegal West Bank outposts, including roadblocks and stone-throwing. The military links this surge to the post-election political climate, with activists reportedly aiming to incite violent resistance to outpost removals. This trend involves settlers targeting Israeli soldiers.Security · 12d agoJudge Suggests Dropping Terror Charges in Flare Incident at Netanyahu HomeA Haifa District Court judge has asked prosecutors to consider dropping terror and attempted arson charges against four protesters who fired flares at Prime Minister Benjamin Netanyahu's home in November 2024. The judge believes the defendants cannot be convicted of the current charges.Security · 12d agoReserve Duty Days Become New Currency in Defense EstablishmentReserve duty days have become a new currency within Israel's defense establishment over the last three years. Combat units are reportedly allocated more reserve days than needed for operations, leading commanders to use the surplus for other purposes. This situation is linked to the government's interest in maintaining high alert levels.Security · 13d ago · also in 5 newsroomsWoman Found Dead in Petah Tikva, Police Suspect Murder-SuicideA 43-year-old woman was killed in Petah Tikva early Monday, and police are investigating it as a suspected murder-suicide. Her husband's body was found hundreds of meters away. Paramedics confirmed the woman's critical injuries, and her four children allegedly witnessed the incident.Security · 13d agoIDF Says Hamas Rebuilding Arsenal, Seeks End to Hebron OperationIsraeli military officials report that Hamas is rebuilding its weapons arsenal, possessing hundreds of smuggled rockets. They believe the ongoing operation in Hebron is ineffective and causing friction, urging its end to redeploy forces amid broader regional threats. The IDF's gains in Gaza are reportedly being eroded by Hamas's resurgence.Security · 13d ago · also in 5 newsroomsUltra-Orthodox Protests Erupt in Jerusalem After Draft Dodger ArrestUltra-Orthodox protesters demonstrated in Jerusalem and Beit Shemesh on Sunday evening after a yeshiva student was arrested and sentenced to 20 days in prison for evading military service. Protesters blocked light rail tracks in Jerusalem, and police used stun grenades to disperse them, reporting that stones were thrown. United Torah Judaism chairman Yaakov Asher criticized the arrest and demanded the student's release.Security · 13d agoMontreal Synagogue Vandalized in Suspected Hate CrimeMontreal police are investigating pellet gunfire that damaged Temple Emanu-El-Beth Sholom, a Reform synagogue, over the weekend. The incident, which caused no injuries, is the third targeting the synagogue in two years and is being treated as a hate crime. Israel criticized Canada's government, citing an "anti-Israel climate" and a rise in antisemitism.Security · 14d agoNine Killed in Gaza Strikes, Including a ChildNine Palestinians, including a child, were killed in Israeli military strikes across the Gaza Strip on Sunday. Al Jazeera reported the deaths, citing Gaza hospitals. The casualties occurred in al-Mawasi, Gaza City, and east of Deir al-Balah.Security · 15d ago · also in 4 newsroomsIran's Leader Orders Military Update of U.S., Israeli Asset TargetsIranian Supreme Leader Mojtaba Khamenei has ordered the military to update its target list of U.S. and Israeli assets and to respond without geographic limits to threats. This directive follows reports that Washington is preparing to resume strikes as soon as November 4, the day after the U.S. midterm elections.