Security

Tensions rise along the Israel-Syria border as local reports highlight ongoing friction, IDF operations, and Syrian criticism of regional security projects.

Six Russian Su-34M fighter-bombers were reportedly damaged in a Ukrainian Neptune missile strike on the Borisoglebsk military airfield in the Voronezh region.

Major General Nitzan Alon revealed the technological and moral dilemmas behind the IDF hostage rescue efforts during the 2026 IT Conference in Tel Aviv.

Israel Police Commissioner Danny Levy announced a zero-tolerance policy for political expression among officers ahead of the Knesset elections, citing preparations for total security.

Thirty-two years after a mysterious plane crash in Panama, Israel has officially recognized Roni Gabay as a victim of hostilities, following years of legal efforts confirming a Hezbollah terror bombing.

Defense Minister Israel Katz requested to extend the special home front state until November 3. Security officials cited a high probability of attacks amid ongoing uncertainty on the Iranian and Lebanese fronts.

Israel has signed a contract to purchase 12 Boeing AH-64E Apache attack helicopters in a major deal to upgrade its air force fleet with advanced radar and drone integration.

The U.S. military has drafted new strike plans against Iran, potentially utilizing the MOAB "mother of all bombs" against nuclear sites if ordered by President Donald Trump.

Families of the fallen Nahal Oz observation soldiers honor their daughters' memories with the third annual "Tea Time" music festival, celebrating their vibrant lives.

Spanish-supplied armored vehicles equipped with Israeli Elbit turrets highlight how defense ties bypass political friction between Madrid and Jerusalem, driven by NATO expansion and Latvian rearmament.

Israel is reportedly delaying a Peace Council military project in the Gaza Strip, preventing contractors from crossing the border to build an outpost for international forces.

Families of US victims killed and kidnapped in Hamas terror attacks gathered at the State Department in Washington for a special memorial hosted by Secretary of State Marco Rubio.

Ultra-Orthodox extremists attempted to storm a Bnei Brak building housing IDF software and cyber soldiers from the Kudkod program. Police arrested two suspects after clashes.

The Pentagon has reportedly delivered final plans to CENTCOM for a three-day air campaign against Iran, targeting military infrastructure and energy sites amid political delays.

Parents of missing girl Haymanot Kassau met with Shin Bet chief David Zini, who expressed willingness to expand the agency's involvement in the ongoing search.

A Shin Bet security guard clashed with a tourist and pinned him to the floor at Yad Vashem during the official visit of Colombia's foreign minister to Jerusalem.

IDF soldiers on the northern border were filmed boarding a branded bus of the Yashar! party, violating military rules against political transport.

The Shin Bet has joined a police investigation into the extortion of a prominent Israeli businessman working with the Ministry of Defense after criminals hurled a grenade and opened fire at his home.

The IDF is preparing for a potential mega-disaster, integrating a major earthquake scenario into its 2027 work plan. Following a century since the last major tremor, the Home Front Command launched emergency drills in hospitals and a public safety campaign.

The IDF has launched a formal evaluation process for acts of heroism from October 7, 2023, to the Gaza ground maneuver, paving the way for military medals and commendations approved by Chief of Staff Lt. Gen. Eyal Zamir.

A Beersheba court sentenced an Israeli Bedouin man to 24.5 years in prison for aiding a Gaza terror group, stealing an IDF weapon, and infiltrating the military.

IDF Chief of Staff Lt. Gen. Eyal Zamir warned of rising escalation risks during a Central Command assessment, highlighting force reinforcements and high operational readiness.

Three years after October 7, an ongoing security breach in the IDF reveals soldiers posting sensitive military base footage and weapon details on TikTok live streams.

Five Palestinian teenagers were arrested in the West Bank for forming the 'Sa'ir Battalions' terror cell. In separate raids, security forces seized weapons and captured a suspect involved in a vehicular ramming.

IDF and Shin Bet forces raided illegal front organizations in Ramallah and Yatta, arresting five operatives linked to Hamas and the PFLP and seizing terror funds.

Israeli leaders deny meeting former Egyptian intelligence chief Abbas Kamel during his secretive 2023 pre-war visit, sparking a major political controversy over intelligence warnings.

Eilat police reinstated full 24/7 staffing at the city's northern checkpoint just one day after planning to leave it unmanned during specific hours.

COGAT informed international officials that Gaza private sector merchants suspended goods coordination due to Hamas extortion, threats, and forced taxation demanding cash and cash per truck.

Defense Minister Israel Katz warned Hezbollah against joining an Iranian attack on Israel, threatening a ground incursion, permanent buffer zones, and the displacement of over a million Shiites.

The IRGC Quds Force has reportedly overhauled its secret overseas operations unit, renaming Unit 840 to Unit 600 and appointing a new commander following severe leadership losses.

A suspected unexploded ordnance was found in the Eshtaol Forest near Jerusalem on Wednesday. Police and bomb disposal experts cordoned off the area for a controlled detonation.

Iran has escalated naval attacks in the Strait of Hormuz, deploying small-boat spotters to target commercial shipping in a bid to keep global oil prices high ahead of the US midterms.

Israel and Greece are advancing talks on joint production of IAI's LORA ballistic missiles. The potential 500-kilometer range agreement follows a major procurement wave including PULS artillery and the Shield of Achilles air defense system.

The Israeli government approved an urgent defense budget allocation for Apache helicopters and military supplies, sourced from cross-departmental budget cuts.

Yemen's Houthi rebels have emerged as Iran's strongest regional proxy, inflicting heavy damage on Saudi Arabia and threatening global shipping lanes amid ongoing Middle East tensions.

Knesset Speaker Amir Ohana addressed claims regarding Egyptian intelligence warnings before October 7, while stressing that upcoming elections will not impact Israeli security operations.

The Eilat City Council has unanimously approved a resolution to reduce dependence on Jordanian workers, prioritizing local security and proposing alternative foreign labor quotas.

Lebanese President Joseph Aoun secured U.S. guarantees blocking Israel from expanding its southern Lebanon security zone, amid concerns over upcoming Knesset elections.

Yemeni Houthi rebels are attempting to manufacture advanced medium-range ballistic missiles using components supplied by a Chinese manufacturer, a new report reveals.

Bereaved families and reservists launched the Zionist Conscription Charter on Tuesday, demanding the next government commit to equal IDF recruitment amid severe manpower shortages.