An Israeli soldier was shot and killed by a Palestinian sniper while on patrol in Hebron. A day after announcing the abduction and murder of an IDF soldier by a Palestinian in the West Bank, the Shin Bet said that thus far in 2013 at least 37 abduction attempts have been thwarted. An IDF patrol […]
Netanyahu Is Said to View Iran Deal as a Possible Trap
An Israel Defense Forces soldier was killed in the West Bank, the second such incident in two days. In today’s incident, a soldier on patrol in Hebron was shot and killed by a Palestinian sniper.
Authorities announced that an IDF soldier had been murdered by a Palestinian in the West Bank. The Foreign Ministry said three Israelis were rescued from the Shabaab attack on the Westgate mall.
A sneak peek at the IDF units who would be key in future Iran strike
An IDF soldier from the coastal city of Bat Yam was lured by a Palestinian coworker to the West Bank and subsequently murdered. The Palestinian said he had hoped to trade the soldier’s body for one of his brothers, who is imprisoned by Israel for terror-related crimes.
A Shin Bet assessment warned that Israeli Arabs fighting in Syria are joining al Qaeda-linked groups and could be used to attack Israel. A resident of Majdal Shams is reported to have recently traveled to Syria to fight in the country’s civil war. Strategic Affairs Minister Yuval Steinitz warned that Iran is currently on pace […]
The Mossad’s secret war on the Syrian WMD machine.
An Israeli Arab recently killed in Syria is reported to have fought alongside the Al Nusrah Front prior to his death.
The family of an Israeli Arab recently killed in Syria said it is likely their son was fighting with an al Qaeda group. A top Israeli general said that Assad “will stay on for years … though he deserves to pass from this world, and the quicker that happens, the better.” A former Israeli commander […]
In enemy care: Syrians treated in Israeli hospitals
Mueid Juma’a is thought to be the first Israeli killed in the ongoing Syrian civil war. At least 10 Israelis are believed to have fought alongside the rebels. Some have returned to Israel and been arrested by authorities.
Israel’s chemical and biological arsenal in the spotlight
Prime Minister Netanyahu is expected to meet with President Obama in Washington for talks that will likely center on Iran’s nuclear program. The outgoing Israeli ambassador to the US said Israel has “always wanted Bashar Assad to go.” At least 22 communities near the country’s northern and southern borders will no longer receive army security […]
Secretary of State Kerry met with Israeli officials to discuss the latest developments related to Syria. Prime Minister Netanyahu said he hopes that the US-Russia deal on Syria’s chemical weapons will result in their “complete destruction.” Israel and the Palestinian Authority agreed to resume agricultural cooperation that has been frozen for 13 years.
A top Israeli intelligence official said Israel has been “absolutely certain” for many months that the Assad regime has been using chemical weapons in Syria. A new report suggests that Iran ceased its production of nuclear warheads in 2004.
Egypt army in major push to eradicate Sinai militants
Elite Syrian Unit Scatters Chemical Arms Stockpile
Charges were filed against Hamas operative Hamdi Romana, who was linked to the recent terror plot aimed at bombing a Jerusalem mall. Israeli officials reiterated that Israel has no plans on ratifying the Chemical Weapons Convention before their neighbors.
Diplomatic efforts intensify on corralling Syrian chemical arms
Three Palestinians were convicted of trying to set up a Hamas infrastructure in Jerusalem. Prime Minister Netanyahu said the Syrian regime must be stripped of its chemical weapons. An Israeli official reportedly traveled to Cairo to discuss the situation in the Sinai with Egyptian officials. Israeli officials reiterated that the country is prepared to strike […]
US Backing of Russian Plan Leaves a Wary Israel Focusing on Self-Reliance
NSA shares raw intelligence including Americans’ data with Israel
Graphic: Syria chemical weapons sites
El Al has reportedly cancelled a number of its daytime flights landing at Eilat’s airport due to concerns regarding terror threats from the Sinai. Israeli officials voiced skepticism over the idea that Syria would relinquish its chemical weapons stockpiles to international control. An IDF official warned that terror attacks in the West Bank are becoming […]
1967 Border Is a Source of Strain in the Israeli-Palestinian Talks
An Israeli official said the country would get advance notification of US raids on Syria. An Iron Dome missile defense battery was deployed near Jerusalem. A senior Israeli official said Egyptian authorities were currently waging their first serious fight against terror in the Sinai. Israeli officials complained to the US that Palestinian officials were leaking […]
As Syria deteriorates, neighbors fear bioweapons threat
Israeli Proposal Detailed in Talks
IDF data suggests that at least 300 attacks have been waged against Egyptian security personnel and installations in recent weeks. Authorities arrested 15 Palestinians who clashed with security forces on the Temple Mount in Jerusalem. Defense Minister Ya’alon reportedly said settlement evacuations are not part of current talks with the Palestinians.