The Shin Bet reported that eight rockets and mortars were fired from the Gaza Strip toward Israel in September. Justice Minister Livni, who is leading negotiations with the Palestinians, said Israel seeks a final status agreement. Prime Minister Netanyahu warned that Iranian missiles could potentially reach the US. The IDF’s Judea and Samaria Division is […]
Defense Minister Ya’alon warned that diplomacy with Iran over its nuclear program cannot be done with “wishful thinking.” Israeli officials have reportedly held secret meetings with Gulf officials regarding Iran in recent weeks.
President Peres said Israel would consider joining the chemical weapons ban treaty. Prime Minister Netanyahu urged the US to keep up sanctions against Iran. IDF forces fired on two Palestinians who had approached the border fence with Gaza.
Shin Bet probe reveals scope of Hamas money laundering through Chinese banks
The Shin Bet announced the arrest of an Iranian intelligence operative sent to operate in Israel by the IRGC Qods Force. Prime Minister Netanyahu said he plans to tell ‘the truth‘ about Iran during his trip to the US. The Navy announced that it will soon receive three new Super Dvora fast patrol boats.
Israeli forces clashed with Palestinians in the Jerusalem area as Hamas officials repeated calls for the start of another Intifada. At least 12 Palestinians were arrested for their roles in the protests. Defense Minister Ya’alon reportedly said that Bashar al Assad should be removed as the head of Syria.
Iranian President Softens Condemnation of Holocaust
Authorities extended the detention of Nidal Amar, who killed an IDF soldier last week in the West Bank. As part of ongoing negotiations with the Palestinians, Israel announced plans to ease restrictions on Palestinians in Gaza and the West Bank. A senior Israeli official said Iran is seeking to divert world attention as it progresses […]
Is Fatah’s Armed Wing Making A Comeback?
Recent photos and video from the Gaza Strip provide clear evidence that Hamas and other Palestinian terror groups are in the possession of Strela 2 (SA-7 Grail) MANPADS. Israeli officials have previously warned that Palestinian terror groups were benefiting from the looting of weapon stockpiles in Libya.
A purportedly internal Israeli document says Iran is seeking minor concessions while preserving its ability to “rush forward to produce nuclear weapons.” Authorities closed the Temple Mount in Jerusalem to visitors due to threats of rioting from Palestinian Muslims. Defense Minister Ya’alon said recent terror attacks in the West Bank should not raise fears of […]
Israeli officials confirm sending experts team to advise on Kenya standoff
Qassem Suleimani, the Middle East’s Most Powerful Operative
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