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Drone Strike Hits Village in Southern LebanonSecurity · 25m agoYouth's Detention Extended After Brother's Accidental Shooting DeathSecurity · 31m agoIDF Pushes 'Yellow Line' Deeper Into Gaza, Adopting New Defense StrategySecurity · 1h agoBig stories Ynet skipped
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Security · 25m agoDrone Strike Reported in Southern LebanonA drone strike has reportedly hit the village of Nabatieh al-Fawqa in southern Lebanon. Details regarding the target and consequences of the attack are currently unclear. The incident adds to the existing regional tensions.Security · 26m ago · also in 3 newsroomsDummy Explosives With Palestinian Flags Found in West BankTwo dummy explosive devices with PLO flags were found in the Benjamin region of the West Bank over the weekend. The Judea and Samaria district police have launched an investigation. One device was found near Mount Hazor and the other near Mitzpe David Farm. No injuries or damage were reported.Security · 31m agoCourt Extends Detention of Man Suspected of Accidental Shooting Death of BrotherA court extended the arrest of a 21-year-old man by four days in Yavne. He is suspected of accidentally shooting and killing his 28-year-old brother. The parents expressed their love for their son during the proceedings. The victim's body was sent for an autopsy.Security · 37m ago · also in 7 newsroomsIDF and Shin Bet Destroy Hamas Observation Posts and Weapons Warehouses in GazaThe IDF and Shin Bet reported destroying Hamas infrastructure in Gaza over the last day. Key targets included an observation post, a rocket launch site, and three weapons depots. These actions are part of the ongoing campaign against Hamas's military infrastructure in the region.Security · 39m ago · also in 7 newsroomsIsrael Katz Threatens Hamas Official, Slams Turkish President ErdoğanDefense Minister Israel Katz attacked Turkish President Recep Tayyip Erdoğan on X and threatened Hamas official Khalil al-Hayya, vowing he would meet the same fate as other eliminated Hamas leaders. Katz accused Erdoğan of supporting Hamas's terror activities from Turkey. The threat comes amid ongoing conflict and heightened regional tensions.Security · 1h ago · also in 17 newsroomsIsrael's Privacy Authority Orders Police Probe into Leaked Personal Data of Two WomenIsrael's Privacy Protection Authority has ordered the police to investigate potential privacy breaches concerning Mali and Lial Yahalomi. The probe was triggered by the release of personal details and recordings of the two women, including sensitive financial and location data. The Authority indicated that the Israeli police may be the source of some of the leaked information.Security · 1h ago · also in 4 newsroomsElderly Driver Crashes Car Into Ashdod Store, Minor Injuries ReportedA 71-year-old man drove his car into the "Autodif" store in Ashdod's "Star Center" commercial complex on Tuesday afternoon. The driver suffered minor injuries and was taken to Assuta Hospital, while two others were treated for shock. Paramedics described the incident as rare and potentially dangerous.Security · 1h ago · also in 2 newsroomsMotorcyclist Critically Injured in Tel Aviv CollisionA motorcyclist around 30 years old sustained serious injuries after being hit by a car on Ben Tzvi Road in Tel Aviv. Paramedics treated and transported the rider to Ichilov Hospital. The extent of the injuries is severe.Security · 1h ago · also in 2 newsroomsBus Inspector Attacked During Routine Check in NetanyaA bus inspector in Netanya was assaulted and injured during a routine check on an Egged bus. The inspector was allegedly attacked by a passenger who had not paid his fare. The bus company condemned the violence, and the inspector has filed a police report.Security · 1h ago · also in 4 newsroomsRocks Thrown at Cars on Ayalon Highway Near Ha'Nechama InterchangeAn unknown assailant hurled rocks from a bridge onto vehicles traveling on the northbound Ayalon Highway near the Ha'Nechama Interchange on Monday morning. The incident, which occurred near the Ha'Nechama Interchange, damaged several cars, including a Tesla and a taxi. Police have opened an investigation into the event, which was captured on the Tesla's cameras.Security · 1h ago · also in 3 newsroomsJordan Valley Bus Attack Terrorist Sentenced to 45 YearsA terrorist received a 45-year prison sentence for a 2022 attack on a bus carrying Israeli soldiers in the Jordan Valley. Mohammad Walid Ahmed Saeed was convicted of attempted murder and arson after blocking the bus, dousing it with flammable liquid, and shooting at it. The attack injured the driver and two soldiers. He was also fined and ordered to pay significant compensation to the victims, while his accomplices' cases are still pending.Security · 1h agoIDF Pushes 'Yellow Line' Deeper Into Gaza, Adopting New Defense StrategyGazan reports indicate the IDF has advanced the "yellow line" in Gaza by dozens of meters, now controlling approximately 64% of the territory. This reflects a new defense strategy prioritizing proactive territorial control over intelligence-based border defense, a shift prompted by the October 7th attacks. The expanded presence aims to neutralize threats before they emerge and has led to increased forces and extended service terms. However, this territorial expansion also draws international criticism and complicates normalization efforts with Arab nations.Security · 1h ago · also in 3 newsroomsJordan Valley Terrorist Sentenced to 45 Years for 2022 AttackA military court sentenced terrorist Mohammed Walid Ahmed Saeed to 45 years in prison for a September 2022 attack on a bus carrying soldiers in the Jordan Valley. Saeed and accomplices blocked the bus, poured flammable liquid on it, and shot at it with an M-16. He confessed to attempted joint causing of death and was also fined and ordered to pay NIS 700,000 in compensation. Legal proceedings against his accomplices are ongoing.Security · 1h agoDriver Who Killed Two in 2019 Crash to Be Released After 11 MonthsKhaled bin Muhammad Mahamid, convicted of causing the deaths of two workers in a 2019 road accident, will be released from prison after serving 11 of his 18-month sentence. The parole board cited his positive behavior and remorse, despite prosecution objections. Mahamid was found guilty of negligent driving when his vehicle collided with a stopped truck, killing two passengers and injuring five others. He will be released with restrictive conditions, including a travel ban.Security · 2h ago · also in 2 newsroomsCrime Boss Charged With Orchestrating Attacks From PrisonThe head of a crime organization has been indicted for allegedly ordering attacks on associates of another inmate from inside a southern Israeli prison. The investigation revealed the crime boss contacted his outside associates following an internal prison assault. He is accused of instructing them to harm individuals linked to the other prisoner.Security · 2h ago · also in 6 newsroomsSuspect Arrested for Allegedly Planning Arson Attack Near JerusalemPolice arrested a man in his 20s from Al-Eizariya, near Jerusalem, for allegedly planning an arson attack. Officers found a knife and a glass cup with paper and nails in his possession, believed to be intended for the attack. The suspect was arrested at his home and is under investigation.Security · 2h ago · also in 1 newsroomTruck Collision With Bridge Blocks Lanes on Highway 4 Near Bar Ilan InterchangeTwo lanes on Highway 4 northbound near the Bar Ilan Interchange were blocked after a truck struck a bridge. The closure has led to traffic jams extending to the HaShiva Interchange. Israel's National Roads Company is managing the situation.Security · 2h agoLebanese Report: Strike Hits Village in Southern LebanonLebanese media reported an attack on the village of Majdal Zoun in southern Lebanon. Details regarding the strike's specifics, such as targets or casualties, were not immediately disclosed. The nature of the attack remains unclear.Security · 3h agoCourt Rejects Bid by Murder Victim's Children to Block Partner's Compensation ShareAn Israeli court has rejected a bid by the children of a man murdered in 2002 to block their father's partner from receiving millions in compensation. The children claimed the partner's recognition as their father's common-law wife was fraudulent, but the court cited a 24-year delay and the children's own participation in a later lawsuit acknowledging her inheritance share. The court ruled the children's claim lacked merit and ordered them to pay the partner 15,000 shekels in legal costs.Security · 3h ago · also in 3 newsroomsIsrael's Attorney General to Review Shin Bet Appointments Amid Election ConcernsIsrael's Attorney General Gali Baharav-Miara will investigate the necessity of senior Shin Bet appointments planned by its chief, David Zin, before the upcoming elections. The review is prompted by guidelines advising against major appointments during election periods to avoid influencing the next government. The planned appointments are at a high level, equivalent to IDF generals, and one reportedly involves an IDF officer without prior intelligence experience. The Shin Bet maintains the appointments are routine and legally conducted.Security · 3h ago · also in 5 newsroomsKnesset Member Files Complaint After Alleged Excessive Force IncidentKnesset Member Yitzhak Kroizer filed a complaint with DIPI after alleging excessive force by police during a memorial event in Mitzpe Yericho. Kroizer claims officers used unreasonable force against him and criticized the actions of Investigations Department head Boaz Balat. The review of Kroizer's involvement in the incident, which injured officers, is ongoing.Security · 3h ago · also in 4 newsrooms58 Drownings Recorded in Israel During 2026 Swimming SeasonFifty-eight people drowned to death in Israel during the 2026 swimming season, according to Magen David Adom (MDA) data. MDA treated 287 near-drowning victims, a 9% decrease from the previous year. Children under 10 accounted for nearly 24% of these incidents. The majority of drownings occurred in the Mediterranean Sea, with pools and other water bodies also reporting fatalities.Security · 4h ago · also in 6 newsroomsMan Dies After Accidental Shooting by Brother in YavneA 28-year-old man died after being accidentally shot by his 21-year-old brother in Yavne. The brother, a security guard, allegedly discharged his service weapon, critically wounding the victim who later died at Kaplan Hospital. The younger brother was arrested and is facing legal proceedings. The weapon was reportedly legally possessed.Security · 4h ago · also in 6 newsroomsMan Dies After Allegedly Being Shot Accidentally by Brother in YavneA 28-year-old man died in Yavne after being shot in his home. Police suspect his 21-year-old brother, a security guard, accidentally fired his weapon. The incident took place at their residence, and an investigation is underway.Security · 4h ago · also in 3 newsroomsMan Critically Injured in Electric Bicycle Battery Explosion in SharonA foreign national in his 30s was critically injured when an electric bicycle battery exploded near the Azriel moshav in Israel's Sharon region. He was transported to Sheba Medical Center at Tel HaShomer for treatment. The incident underscores the risks associated with lithium-ion batteries used in electric bikes, prompting renewed attention to safety protocols.Security · 4h ago · also in 5 newsroomsWoman Dies After Rescue From Golan Heights FireA 60-year-old woman rescued from a fire in Mas'ada, Golan Heights, has died. She was found in critical condition and transported to the hospital, where she later succumbed to her injuries. The cause of the fire is under investigation.Security · 5h ago · also in 5 newsroomsWoman Rescued From Golan Heights Blaze in Critical ConditionA 60-year-old woman was rescued from a building fire in Masada, Golan Heights, and is in critical condition. Paramedics are performing resuscitation efforts on her at the scene. The incident occurred in the northern Israeli region of the Golan Heights.Security · 5h agoBâer Sheva Murder Victim’s Neighbor Recounts Child’s Distressed CallA neighbor of Nania Melda, murdered in Beâer Sheva, revealed the victim's five-year-old son called her in distress the night of the killing. The child had recently returned to his mother's care after his parents separated, and she had reconciled with his father at the child's request. The neighbor expressed her fear upon seeing the missed call, fearing the worst had happened.Security · 6h ago · also in 3 newsrooms17 Illegal Immigrants Found Hiding in Judea and Samaria VineyardsSeventeen illegal immigrants were found hiding in vineyards near the Tarkumiya crossing in Judea and Samaria. Border Police and IDF forces apprehended the individuals after receiving a report of suspects attempting to cross the security fence into Israel. The discovery occurred yesterday during an operation prompted by intelligence about the attempted infiltration.Security · 6h ago · also in 10 newsroomsWoman Fatally Stabbed in Beer Sheva Home, Husband ArrestedNania Melda was fatally stabbed in her Beer Sheva home by her husband, who then called the police and was arrested. The attack occurred in front of their five-year-old son. The motive for the stabbing is under investigation.More from Ynet